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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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UK Property Tax

The UK Rent a Room Scheme – what do non-resident landlords need to know?

The UK Rent a Room Scheme – what do non-resident landlords need to know?

Each year, many UK homeowners earn extra income by renting out a room in their property.

To support this, the UK government offers a valuable tax relief known as the Rent a Room Scheme.

But what happens if you’re a non-resident property owner? Are you still eligible to benefit from this tax break?

In this guide, we’ll explain everything international property investors need to know about the UK’s Rent a Room Scheme — including who qualifies and how it works.

We’ll also examine some of the other deductions that non-resident homeowners can claim in order to reduce their tax bill.

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Property Tax Tips

File property tax overseas while you drink your coffee

File property tax overseas while you drink your coffee

Are you a landlord in a foreign country?

If so, you have probably spent hours trying to understand the tax laws in that state, so that you could file your property tax return.

Owning a property abroad can be hugely rewarding when you have the right help at your side.

If you are earning rental income from your overseas property, you have a tax obligation in the country where your property is located and in your own country.

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What is the history behind PTI Returns? Q&A from our tax team.

What is the history behind PTI Returns? Q&A from our tax team.

When was “Property Tax International” created?


The idea was born in 2006.

We noticed that more and more people were purchasing property abroad and there was a gap in the market for a company that could organise and manage the tax requirements of international property owners.

We wanted to help people who have a property and rental income in France, Germany, Spain, Ireland, the UK, Poland, Hungary and the USA to meet their tax obligations.

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