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How to find a verified property tax advisor in France
Choosing the right independent property tax advisor is the single biggest protection a foreign buyer in France has. Here is what to look for, how to verify credentials, what it costs, the mistake to avoid — and how Outpost matches you to a verified one.
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Why an independent property tax advisor matters in France
Non-resident owners face taxe foncière, taxe d'habitation on second homes, rental-income tax, CGT on sale, and — above €1.3m — the IFI wealth tax that reaches worldwide property. A specialist coordinates French filings with the treaty relief in your home country.
How to verify a property tax advisor in France
In France, use an expert-comptable (registered with the Ordre des Experts-Comptables) or a tax-focused avocat fiscaliste with non-resident experience and English capability.
Typical fees
Varies by scope; annual returns from a few hundred euros.
The mistake to avoid
Overlooking IFI and the duty to declare. French real-estate wealth tax is widely missed by foreign owners and is penalised.
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Apply to the founding cohort →Frequently asked
What French taxes do non-resident owners pay?
Annual taxe foncière, taxe d'habitation on second homes, tax on rental income, CGT on sale, and IFI wealth tax if worldwide property exceeds €1.3m. A specialist handles the filings and treaty relief.
Who handles French property tax for foreigners?
An expert-comptable (certified accountant) or an avocat fiscaliste (tax lawyer). For non-residents, pick one experienced with cross-border treaty relief who can work in your language.