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The impact of autonomous vehicles for real estate
A futuristic title for an article that is no less so. When Henry Ford launched the mass production of cars in 1907, he expected a wave.…
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- Home improvement
How to properly prepare your (holiday) home for winter
With the end-of-year festivities, between gifts and New Year's Eve celebrations, the holiday budget often shrinks considerably. And unless…
- Property news
The 3 Essential Points for Successfully Selling or Buying Property in France
If you have more than one property transaction to your name, the regulations may have changed since. Indeed, these have evolved…
- Heritage
The 13 Desserts of Christmas Eve in Provence
On 24 December, 13 desserts served on 3 tablecloths in the middle of 3 candlesticks… a lovely tradition straight from Provence. But why do…
- Top picks
A Tour of France's Christmas Markets
Our beautiful country is celebrated across the world for the diversity of its landscapes and the richness of its culture. This is somewhat…
- Events
The winter truce, history and implications
The housing ministry is very clear about its position regarding the winter truce: it is one of Abbé Pierre's legacies. Everyone still…
- Property news
The inherent risk of simple mandates
The simple mandate appears attractive at first glance. Indeed, it does not bind the seller too much, so they feel more free in their…
- Events
Leisure Activities in Paris for All Saints' Day
The school holidays, at last! All Saints' Day is appreciated by children and parents alike. These are indeed the first holidays after the…
- Property news
Connected objects, a windfall for your energy bill
Impossible to escape the web's new darling! 'Internet Of Things' or IoT for the more savvy among you. What's that? Tools connected to the…
- Property news
Everything you need to know to optimise your property transaction
A property project is generally the most significant investment that a couple of private individuals have the opportunity to make together.
- Events
Halloween – Origins and Folklore
For many adults in France, Halloween is primarily the cult horror film from the United States.
- Property news
10 tips for successfully buying a new-build property
According to recent statistics, the number of new-build construction starts appears to be picking up again, according to data published on…
- Property news
Have you checked your property tax? Take stock now!
The new school year brings many things, including the swirling dance of taxes. That's why we've produced a comprehensive review on this…
- Sextant France
The exclusive mandate, when, why and how?
This question often arises when we deal with new clients, which is why we decided to share it with all our readers.
- Property news
The questions that really matter when purchasing property
Whether it's your first purchase or the next, you certainly have many criteria on your checklist? Perhaps too many, in fact?
- Property news
French buyers favour the Atlantic coast for their second homes
For the first time in 7 years, secondary residence purchases in France are picking up gently. Since spring, there has been an upturn in the…
- Property news
The impact of remote work and liberal professions on your property
Remote work, a connected society phenomenon? An increasing number of companies in France have given their employees the green light to work…
- Things to do this month
Craft beers are gaining in popularity
Whether lager, brown, white or amber, beer ranks among the most popular drinks and is even beginning to rival wine as part of France's…
- Sextant France
Launch of new English website for Sextant: responsive and secure
It was in 2005 that Matthieu Cany and Brice Bonato founded Sextant French Property with the launch of the website…
- Property news
Top 5 Parisian districts favoured by first-time buyers
With economic policies supporting mortgages for first-time buyers, such as the PTZ+ (Zero-Rate Loan), this year appears to be the perfect…
- Home improvement
Top 10 most beautiful pools
The fine weather has finally returned, and the first rays of sunshine have come back to touch our skin. To make the most of your summer,…
- Heritage
Puces de Saint-Ouen: the new upscale Paris neighbourhood
Each year, no fewer than 5 million visitors walk the streets of the Saint-Ouen flea market. A real Aladdin's cave, antique enthusiasts come…
- Heritage
Festival weekends in Mayenne
Pardon… Mayenne? Mayenne (not to be confused with the town and river of the same name, which are also located in the department of…
- Property news
10 tips for selling your property quickly
Selling your home does not need to be a long and complex process. Indeed, at Sextant we list our properties on the market in under 24…
