Retire in France By the Numbers

<p><strong style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)><em>SECOND EDITION</em></strong><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>. This update includes latest information on: moving pets to France; the new EES (Entry/Exit System); renting rather than buying a French home; 2025 Covid requirements; changes to Taxe d'habitation; prescriptions banking translations mail Skype buying American foods and more. Primarily for US customers but most of the information is applicable regardless of your country of origin.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>REVIEWS:</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>An impressive book the 'bible' for moving to France; authoritative detailed clear and well laid-out. Michael Burk's Retire in France is a gold mine of invaluable information. Absolutely superb. -Nick Snelling author of How to Buy Spanish Property and Move to Spain ... Safely</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>This book is a must-have if you want to retire in France but I would recommend it also to those who want to live there even for a short period of time. There is thorough research behind it. This guide gives you a great perspective over the linguistic and administrative subtleties you wouldn't know otherwise if you come from an English-speaking world. From French 'false friends' terms and other confusing notions this book provides assistance for the most challenging parts of your life in France: buying a property settling into it and enjoying your new French life. Highly recommended! -Nadia Plamadeala author of Understanding Italy: A practical and funny guide for expats.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>The beauty of Retire in France by the numbers is that it is both well researched and reassuring as it untangles French bureaucracy. It takes you by the hand and leads you through the process of settling in France one step at a time. -Margaret Oertig The Expert Guide to Your Life in Switzerland.</span></p><p></p><p><strong style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)><em>Retire in France by the Numbers</em></strong><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)> is your all-in-one boots-on-the-ground guide to making the leap to life in France-not just dreaming about it.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>This book walks you through the entire journey from the first glimmer of an idea to the moment you're sipping coffee in your new French kitchen. You'll find detailed checklists insider insights and practical tips for:</span></p><ul><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Preparing and selling your current home (if applicable)</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Securing a long-stay visa and residency permit</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Shipping your belongings across the Atlantic</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Buying a car in France (yes it's doable!)</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(255 255 255 1); color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>Finding a trustworthy real estate agent...</span></li></ul>