Investors are back in the market: If recent sales at the totally group are any indication, property investors are back in the market. There has been a quick and steady growth over the last 2 months in the purchase of smaller one and two bedroom apartments by investors who wish to rent their properties out for both short and long term. Click here to see many of the new properties we have selected specifically for the investment market.

The FT says Nice is an investor hotspot: The Financial Times says that Nice has become one of the hottest spots to invest in on the Mediterranean, after a four year beautification programme that has transformed this vibrant, exciting city.

Glossary of terms

Agent immobilier
Estate agent

Acompte
Deposit

Acte Authentique de Vente
Deed of sale

Assurance deces
Life Assurance (for the loan)

Periode d'anticipation
Pre-completion period

Compromis/Promesse de vente
Preliminary sales agreement

Condition suspensive
Let-out clause

Expertise
Valuation appraisal

Frais de dossier
Mortgage arrangement fee

Frais de notaire
Notary's fees

Hypotheque
Legal charge (mortgage deed)

Multirisques Habitation
Buildings & contents insurance policy

Notaire
French notary

Vente en l'Etat Futur d'Achevement (VEFA)
Purchase of property not yet completed

Latest Investors Bulletin

Our latest Investors Bulletin has just been published. For information about Tax management issues, Financial advice and customer support click here for a PDF download.

Bargain of the month

A hip hotel style studio apartment - 60 seconds walk from the beach - and 30 secs from the famous Saleya Market - perfectly renovated for just 168,000 euro - Click here for more detail