Buying Property in France: Lifestyle & Real Estate With Adrian Leeds

Описание: Buying property in France isn’t just a financial decision. It’s a lifestyle choice.

Adrian Leeds has spent decades helping Americans make France their home. From Paris to Nice, Adrian explains why France feels so different from the US, not just culturally, but structurally, and why those differences matter when choosing where and how to live. If you’re considering relocating, retiring, or buying a home in France, this interview will help you think beyond the transaction and into the lifestyle.

In this episode, we cover France vs USA on:
Cost of living (internet/phone, homeowner insurance, property taxes)
Healthcare and day-to-day quality of life
Buying property in France without the MLS system
Why renovations often cost more than Americans expect
Paris: a stable market? myths vs reality
Nice: sunshine, lifestyle, and why it’s become a favorite

Chapters
00:00 – Why Move to France NOW?
02:03 – High Quality of Life for Half the Cost
04:45 – Finding French Property (No MLS in France)
06:37 – Property Market Stability & Low Carrying Costs
09:22 – Buyer Protections: Asking Price & 10-Day Cooling Off
11:29 – Renovations: Budgets, Mistakes, & Timelines
13:28 – Red Flags to Check When Renovating
15:39 – Nice vs Paris: Lifestyle, Prices, Vibes
18:00 – Are People From Nice Actually Nice?
20:07 – Quickfire Q&A and You’re Not Ready for Paris
23:12 – Contact Info: Property Hunter in France


Adrian’s website: https://AdrianLeeds.com/

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