French Ski Property Tax Explained by a Cross Border Expert

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Buying a ski property in France involves more than choosing the right resort or development. Tax and structuring are often the areas that catch international buyers out, especially when moving between UK and French rules.

In this conversation, we speak with Max Baudouin from EWP Accountants, a cross-border specialist who advises buyers navigating the UK–France tax landscape. We break down the real implications of buying in France, how structuring decisions affect tax exposure, and why getting it right early matters.

You’ll learn:

How the buying process works from a tax perspective
Whether buying through a company makes sense
The differences between UK and French structures
How rental income, VAT, and reporting work
Common mistakes international buyers make
When to seek advice during the purchase journey
Typical costs and what to expect from advisers

This is especially useful if you are:

A UK buyer considering a French ski property
An international investor dealing with cross-border tax rules
Unsure whether to buy personally or through a company
Early in your research and want clarity before committing

If you want a clearer understanding of the tax realities behind buying in the Alps and how to avoid expensive surprises, this discussion gives you a solid foundation before moving forward.

Timestamps:
0:50 – Intro and what EWP does
2:15 – How the process works for UK buyers
4:03 – Buying via UK or French company
5:35 – Structure options in France
7:06 – How to get the structure right early
8:26 – Biggest mistakes buyers make
9:38 – Support for non-UK buyers
11:38 – When to get in touch
13:39 – How fees work
15:21 – One key takeaway

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