Frequently asked questions about Immobilier

Yes. Article 924-4 of the French Civil Code stipulates that heirs with reserved rights may bring an action for reduction or revendication against third parties holding real estate that was donated and subsequently disposed of by the recipient. In practical terms, if your father's gift encroaches on your brothers' and…

Yes. Grandparents can accept gifts on behalf of their grandchildren, even if the parents are still alive (Article 935 of the Civil Code).

Yes. Whenever real property is involved (a house, garage, plot of land, etc.), the deed of sale must be executed by a notary for the purposes of land registration (French Civil Code, Art. 710-1, para. 1).

No. Article 4 of Law No. 89-462 of 6 July 1989 provides that the landlord may arrange viewings of the rented property for the purpose of its sale for up to two hours per working day, excluding public holidays.

However, I did not do so within the 24-month deadline. Can the exemption be challenged? Yes. During the first transfer of a dwelling other than the main residence, it is possible to ask to be exempted from the capital gain which has been realized, provided that all or part of…