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French Property Tax

The complete guide to French property taxes – Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and CFE refund

The complete guide to French property taxes – Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and CFE refund

France abolished the Taxe d’Habitation for main homes in 2023, but non-resident landlords and second home owners remain fully liable for the Taxe Foncière and the CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises). This essential guide breaks down your remaining property tax obligations, clarifies the new rules for furnished rentals, and provides the exact steps you need to follow to claim your often-overlooked CFE refund.

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French Property Tax

French property VAT refund guide for foreign investors

French property VAT refund guide for foreign investors

France offers international investors the chance to reclaim the 20 % VAT paid on new-build property purchases if the property is rented out commercially under qualifying conditions, making what would otherwise be a significant upfront cost substantially lower. This VAT refund is especially attractive to non-resident buyers willing to participate in schemes such as leaseback and comply with French tax requirements.

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Property Tax Tips

Understanding Tax on Your Airbnb/Vrbo Property Abroad

Understanding Tax on Your Airbnb/Vrbo Property Abroad

Renting out your holiday home or buy-to-let on a home-sharing website such as Airbnb or Vrbo can yield attractive returns. However, tax on Airbnb property abroad can be perplexing.
Many overseas landlords don’t realize how much tax they owe as a host. Are you getting all of your tax breaks?
We’ve answered some of the most common tax questions from short-term rental hosts with properties abroad like you. Here is what you need to know about tax on Airbnb property abroad.

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Property Tax Tips / Spanish Property Tax

Spanish Rental Income Tax (Modelo 210) Update 2024: Quarterly vs. Annual Filing

Spanish Rental Income Tax (Modelo 210) Update 2024: Quarterly vs. Annual Filing

The primary change to Spanish rental income tax now permits non-resident property owners to file their tax returns (Modelo 210) annually instead of being subject to the former quarterly filing requirement. This new annual deadline for rental income earned from 2024 onward falls on January 20 of the following year, though all income earned prior to 2024 must still be filed quarterly.

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