French Property Swap FAQ's
How do I offer my UK property to swap?
You can enter your UK property for free
How do I offer my French property to swap?
You can enter your French property by mandating it with Leggett-Immobilier
Is it only to be advertised on the one website?
A french property will be advertised on all our websites
Who will help me find my ideal swap?
We will
Who am I swapping with?
You will most likely be swapping with holiday home owner from the uk or an expat returning home or someone wanting to live in the UK
What about solicitors fees or notaire fees who pays what?
Fees in France are payed by the person moving in and fees overseas by the person moving out. French swappers both pay fees in France. To optimise savings, as little currency as possible should be exchanged - swap cars, furniture, white goods etc
Who values my property?
We value the French property and the foreign property should be valued by a professional local valuer
What if there is an outstanding debt on the property that I want?
If there is an outstanding debt or mortage on the property this will have to be repaid. The bank may, with our help, provide finance for this It is easier to exchange the equity and refinance the rest
