Buying Property in Paris as an American: Renovation Reality Check

Описание: Thinking about buying property in Paris or renovating a home in France? 🇫🇷🏡
If you’re an American or international buyer exploring buying a house in Paris, buying a home in Paris, or even broader buying real estate in Paris, there are some critical things you need to know before you begin.

In this video, I’m joined by Dijana and Marc of MAREDI Design, a design firm based in both France and Chicago. Together, we discuss what expats in Paris, expatriates in Paris, and Americans moving to Paris from the US need to understand when renovating French property—especially if you’re navigating the process for the first time.

We cover:

Cultural differences that impact renovations in France (including regional nuances)

Why language barriers matter when buying property in Paris or working with local trades

The realities of French administrative processes and renovation timelines

Why renovations in France move at a very different pace than in the U.S.

What buyers should know about representation when buying real estate in Paris

How Paris house hunting works without a traditional MLS

Where to look for apartments in Paris, a pairs house for sale, or exclusive listings

What surprises Americans often face when moving to France from the USA

If you’re an expat in France, planning moving to France as an American, or dreaming of expat living in Paris—this conversation will help you set realistic expectations and avoid costly mistakes. It’s especially relevant for buyers exploring luxury or renovation projects often associated with wealthy expat France buyers.

Whether you’re watching this as part of your Parisian house tour, Paris property tour, or researching your next step in moving to Paris or moving to France from the US, this video offers valuable, real-world insight.

✨ Thinking about buying a house in Paris or renovating a French property?
Being informed—and surrounded by the right professionals—makes all the difference.

👉 Like, subscribe, and reach out if you’re considering moving to France from the USA or starting your Paris property search.

#homerenovation #buyingahome #parishome #expatinparis #expatfrance #homerenovation #BuyingPropertyinParisasanAmericanRenovationRealityCheck #buyingproperty #americanexpat #americaninparis #realestatetips

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

🎥 Hosted by: Kat Barry, Compass Chicago – The Modern Living Team
😀 Guest: Marc and Dijana, MAREDI Design https://www.maredi-design.com/

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Looking at Buying Real Estate in Paris? Connect with Kat: https://www.modernlivingwithkat.com/c...

YouTube:    / @katbarry1  
Instagram:   / katbarry1  
TikTok:   / modernlivingwithkat  
LinkedIn:   / katbarry1  
Website: https://www.modernlivingwithkat.com

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Kat Barry is an award-winning Chicago Realtor and Certified International Property Specialist who helps U.S. expats find their dream homes across France. Having lived in Paris herself, Kat brings deep expertise in the French housing market and a trusted network of real estate professionals throughout France and the EU. Kat has been featured in Who’s Who in Chicago Real Estate, Chicago Magazine, HGTV, and Best Chicago Realtors on Social Media. She's the director of French of Compass, the only network of Francophone real estate professionals in the US.