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The latest French tax reforms for furnished lettings significantly tighten the income tax treatment for short-term and holiday rentals, notably reducing the turnover threshold and expense deductions under the Micro-BIC regime, which may push more landlords into the more complex real tax regime.
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Are you a foreign landlord of a French rental property who finds navigating the nuances of French property taxes complicated and overwhelming? Continue reading
If you are a non-resident renting out property in France, your income is subject to taxation both in France and your home country, requiring the preparation and filing of an annual French property tax return. This article explains how to calculate your rental income and where to find assistance for filing your non-resident French tax return online.
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.
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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Navigating French taxes as a non-resident can be confusing. This guide explains everything about the French Tax Identification Number (TIN), how to obtain it, where to find it, and its role in income and property tax for non-residents.
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If you own property in France as a non-resident, understanding French property tax is essential. This guide explains taxe foncière, taxe d’habitation, rental income tax, capital gains tax, wealth tax (IFI), and VAT rules for non-residents.
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Learn how rental income tax works in Ireland, what landlords can claim as expenses, and how to stay compliant whether you live in Ireland or abroad.
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Selling property in Germany can trigger capital gains tax, depending on how long you’ve owned the property and how it was used. This guide explains who pays CGT, the applicable tax rates, exemptions, and how to reduce your tax bill.
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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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