French Mortgage Connection are UK based mortgage brokers
who arrange mortgages with banks in France for buyers requiring
a mortgage to purchase in France



How you can contact us

E-mail:
 enquiries@french-mortgage-connection.co.uk

Telephone number:
0044 (0)1425 653408 

Fax number:
 0044 (0)1425 655221

 

Useful Links

 

In this section we are pleased to provide some potentially useful contact names / links. Obviously, any such dealings you have with other firms or individuals outside French Mortgage Connection is a matter between yourself and the firm or individuals concerned and we can give no warranty regarding that as such. However, should you have anything "good, bad or indifferent" in terms of feedback, we always bear this in mind when reviewing our website links page, which we do on a monthly basis.

Estate Agents & Property Finding Agents

 

Alps Property Finder

Are you looking for a property in the Alps?

This first class property finding agency is run by Annabelle Ormond, who has the expertise and local contacts to help you find a suitable property to purchase. You can avoid the hassle and take advantage of having someone on the spot by using this property finding service. Clients who have used Annabelle Ormond's service have been highly delighted with the results and by her professionalism.

Alps Property Finder Website: http://www.alps-property-finder.com/

E-mail: alps.ormond@wanadoo.fr

Tel/Fax: 00 33 450 32 76 21

Mobile: 00 33 679 21 10 85

Address: Chamossiere - 74230 Thones, Nr Annecy, Haute-Savoie, France.

 

London Paris Dream Home

Are you looking for a property in Paris ?

An independent property agent based in London, specialising in finding apartments for people looking to buy in Paris, providing a tailor made and highly personalised service covering all aspects of the search and purchase process. For property needing renovation or redecoration,, they also provide a full service to manage this on your behalf, when / where applicable.

Website: http://www.parisdreamhome.com

Tel: +44 (0) 207 820 1337

E-mail: mariepierre@parisdreamhome.com

 

ASSETS

Dealing with the Dordogne, South Charente, Correze and Loire Valley regions, this firm offers the personal touch and aims to match clients requirements as closely as possible in the areas concerned. Regularly attending the French Property News exhibitions, this agency has become a leader in client service and the feedback from clients has been positive. 

Assets Website: http://www.french-property-assets.com/

E-mail: enquiries@french-property-assets.com

 

 

French-notary-selection.com

French based, bi-lingual independent property service specialising in property available from French Notaries, with a service covering all aspects of the purchase process from the buyer's point of view.  Property offered via French Notaries is often cheaper from the buyer's standpoint making this an interesting and attractive proposition. Click on the website link to take you to the website, and for details of all the French regions covered.

 

Website: French-notary-selection.com

Tel: 00 33 960 52 35 86

E-mail: info@French-notary-selection.com

Address: 18 rue Charles la Chambre, 35400, St Malo, France..

 

 

pbi Conseil

For clients looking for a French property in Paris or in the Bearn region (of South West France) pbi Conseil's Barbara Erickson and her team can offer a high level of services to take care of everything for you. Excellent and wide ranging services for finding you the right property in either location.

pbi Conseil (English version) Website: http://www.pbiconseil/index_GB.htm

French language Home page: http://www.pbiconseil.com

E-mail: berickson@pbiconseil.com

Tel:   00 33  6 11 71 81 32

Fax:   00 33 1 48 57 40 14

Address: Barbara Erickson, pbi Conseil, 10 place du 14 Juillet, 93100 Montreuil

 

French Leaseback

This company is based in Belfast and is managed by Seamus McConville who endeavours to give each client honest, objective information and advice. The site is interactive and encourages users to share their opinions about leaseback property. Seamus himself was a computer programmer and a UK property investor for 15 years before stumbling upon leaseback. He believes in the personal approach and will try to speak to everyone who makes an enquiry. You can even see what he looks like (with his youngest daughter) in the "About Us" section of his site.

Website: http://www.frenchleaseback.net

E-mail: seamus.mcconville@ntlworld.com

Tel: +44 (0) 2890807952  Fax: +44 (0) 8707627161

 

Midi Pyrenees Properties

This company is an established French estate agency specialising in the Midi Pyrenees area, particularly Haute Garonne, Ariege and the surrounding areas. English speaking staff available - Sue Parr represents this company in the UK and is the initial contact point with English speaking clients. The company are able to assist the buyer all through the buying process and also help with setting up home afterwards.

 

Website: http://www.midi-pyrenees-properties.com

Email: sueparr@mistral.co.uk

Tel: 01243 265407  Fax: 01243 261636

Address: Midi-Pyrenees Properties, Mondournet, 09130 Le Fossat, Ariege, France

 

French Property Service Online

FPS Online are based in the UK and have French properties to suit all budgets in all the popular areas and regions, with nearly 2000 properties on offer. FPS work with a number of estate agents in France and also have properties from private sellers and offer very good choice. The website is also very informative regarding many issues related to buying in France and is well worth a visit to see what is on offer.

French Property Service Website: http://www.frenchpropertyservice.com/

Email: info@frenchpropertyservice.com

Tel: 01473 429577

 

 

Success Immobilier

Success Immobilier are a bi-lingual property agency based near Mortain in Lower Normandy, offering a direct service for property search/viewings and professional guidance throughout the purchasing procedure and beyond. Instructions for properties for resale also accepted within a 50 km radius of Mortain. Contact names Jill or Robin Breedon.

E-mail: breedonsuccess@aol.com

Telephone: 00 33 2 33 49 83 20  Fax: 00 33 2 33 69 59 81

 

 

Roussillon Properties International  

This firm of Estate Agents offer property in the Pyrenees, Roussillion region and the South. English speaking and with good local knowledge and contacts - contact names Chris & Margaret Pearcy

E-mail: mailto:property@frenchways.com

Tel: 0033 (0) 4 68 89 29 11    Fax: 0033 (0) 4 68 95 46 87

Address: 4 Route de Laroque, 66690 Sorede, France.

 

 

Languedoc-Roussillon Property & Lesiure Services (LPLS)

A network of Estate Agents throughout Languedoc-Roussillon to help you find your dream property. LPLS also offer a wide range of ancillary services including property & rental services to assist you after your purchase. Contact name is Neil Hitchen.

Website: http://www.lpls.net

E-mail: info@lpls,net

Tel: 00 33 468 39 00 13

 

 

Francophiles Ltd

Francophiles Ltd has been involved in the French property market for the past 12 years. The company specialises in the upper end of the market with properties from FF 500,000 upwards. The majority of houses and business properties available are in Normandy, Brittany, Pas de Calais, Loire-Atlantique, Charente, Dordogne, Lot, Lot et Garonne, Gers, Languedoc-Roussillion, Provence and Burgundy. The bi-lingual staff put strong emphasis on providing clients with an efficient and helpful service. Contact name Liz Oliver.

Francophiles Website: www.french-property-news.com/francoph.htm

E-mail: fphiles@aol.com

Tel: 01622 688165/6     Fax: 01622 671840

Address: Barker Chambers, Barker Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8SF

 

Thorncliffe Properties

Thorncliffe Properties is a small business specialising in the sale of new property around the coast of France and in the Alps. Mainly for holiday use, these developments are built principally for the French market and offer low maintenance, with excellent opportunities for rental income. Apartments bought as investments, with an average return of 6% per annum, are also offered.

Thorncliffe Properties Website: http://www.property-in-france.com/

E-mail: thorncliffe@oxbox.com

Tel: 01993 812171     Fax: 01993 813242

Address: 29a Union Street, Woodstock, OX20 1JF.

 

Paris Property Options

Paris Property Options can help people buy apartments in Paris and its suburbs. With advantageous exchange rates and the avoidance of unnecessary inspection visits and other things which cost time and money if special visits have to be made to attend them, Paris Property Options services are very cost efficient. Please contact James Firth-Stobart for further details.

E-mail: PARISPO@yahoo.co.uk

Telephone: 01424 717281     Fax: 01424 722387

Address: 19 Warrior Gardens, St. Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6EB, UK

 

 

France-Property-and-Information.com

French Property for Sale & France   Website: http://www.france-property-and-information.com

 

 

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French Bi-lingual Notaires & UK Lawyers

 

Retained English speaking French Notaires

Rather than simply use the Owners' Notaire, it is perfectly feasible to appoint your own Notaire to also act in any property transaction. This can be reassuring and clearly, where the Notaire concerned speaks English, this can help clients who have fairly low level of French language skills to understand the transaction and usually without there being any additional costs, as the normal Notaire's fees (which are set by the French State) are then split between your Notaire and the owner's Notaire.

We have a working relationship with 3 English speaking firms of French Notaires, which are detailed below . Please note that we, as a company, do NOT receive any share of fees etc from these (or any other Notaire) for business introduced to them - as this is strictly forbidden by French Law.

 

Simon Attey. Simon is the first, and as far as we are aware, the only native English-speaking, English qualified Solicitor working with a firm of Notaires in France. He is based at the gateway to the Three Valleys in the Alps, but can represent clients throughout France in relation to buying and selling properties in all categories and all allied advices relating, with a unique understanding and knowledge of both the UK and the French legal systems. To obtain a free initial consultation and quotation please contact him mentioning you obtained his details via the French Mortgage Connection website.

Address: Simon Attey, SCP Aubry-Marais, Perez, Bossu et Rabeyrolles, 20 Avenue des Salines Royales, 73600 Moutiers, France.

Tel: 00 33 (0) 479 24 62 53 (direct dial)   Fax: 00 33 (0) 479 24 05 52

Mobile phone: 00 33 (0) 675 51 57 19

Email = sa@notaires.fr

 

 

Gregory Denoyelle. Greg is French and is an official Notary Public with "national competence" (i.e. he is able to act for transactions anywhere within France) and is based in St Omer (Pas-de-Calais). Greg studied Law at Warwick University (in the UK) as part of his legal studies. He is able to offer his legal services to any English speaking buyers. His firm is called SCP Gruwez et Denoyelle

Tel: 00 33 321 123 336   Fax: 00 33 321 98 58 86

Email: gregory.denoyelle@notaires.fr

Website: www.gruwez-denoyelle-notaires.fr/anglais.htm

Address: Gregory Denoyelle, Notaire, SCP Gruwez et Denoyelle, 16-20 rue des Epeers, BP201, 62504 SAINT Omer, Pas-de-Calais, France.

 

Xavier Lievre. Xavier is based in Paris and has national competance, so can act in any transaction within France: Xavier is a partner in a large Notaire practice (5 partners). Not only does Xavier speak English, but his team also, and their service takes into account the specific needs of Non Resident clients. Xavier is also recommended to clients by several of our lending partners, who thus also recognise his high quality of service.

Tel: 00 33 144 77 37 48

Fax: 00 33 147 03 99 60

Email: xavier.lievre@paris.notaires.fr

Website: http://www.notaires-14pyramides.com/default_en.asp

 

Address: SCP Mahot de la Querantonnais - Bellargent-Livre-Gourret-Livre Notaires, 14 rue des Pyramides, 75501 Paris

UK based Solicitors who provide specific legal advice ....

 

Heslop & Platt - French Law Specialists

Contact names: Barbara Heslop & Graham Platt

Bilingual UK based solicitors Barbara Heslop & Graham Platt and their team have a hands on approach and are in great demand for assistance in sorting out the problems that face individuals buying, selling or inheriting property in France and provides a complete range of professional services to guide you through the complexities of your French property purchase in France including associated succession and tax queries.

For further information or for an initial discussion, please contact Barbara Heslop or Graham Platt.

Tel Number: (UK)  0845 555 6545

E-mail:   contact@heslop-platt.co.uk

Website:      www.heslop-platt.co.uk

 

 

Guellec-Digby & Co - Solicitors

Contact name: Annie Digby

Guellec-Digby & Co Solicitors are a niche practice advising on French matters including sales and purchases of property, inheritance/succession issues, French Wills, powers of attorney, transfer of property following divorce etc.  The firm also helps with post-sale matters such as dealing with builders or translating documentation etc..

Tel Number:   (UK)  01604 878961

Email:    annie@guellec-digby.co.uk

Website:   www.guellec-digby.co.uk

 

 

Pannone & Partners (UK based Solicitors)

Through their French property specialist Lindsay Kinnealy, the firm offers a complete legal service advising on purchases, sales, succession laws, company formation, matrimonial contracts etc in France. The aim is to provide friendly, practical advice, to help resolve problems, avoid delays and disappointments and to ensure a smoother, less stressful transaction.

Tel Number: (UK) 0161 909 3000  Fax Number:  (UK) 0161 909 4444

E-mail: lindsay.kinnealy@pannone.co.uk

Website: http://www.pannone.com/

Address: 123 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2BU.

 

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Architects, Surveyors & Construction Consultants

Surveyors in France

An alliance of English speaking Surveyors registered in France offering, amongst other services, pre-purchase building surveys and reports. Full contact details of the respective surveyors are on their website, along with details of the areas and regions which are covered by the individuals concerned.

Website: http://www.surveyors-en-france.com/

James Mathews BA(Hons) B.Arch. R.I.B.A. Dir CEE (Chartered Architect)

Bilingual Anglo-French architect registered in France. Based in London. Full or partial service as required, including Surveys, Designs, Permit Applications, Management of Building Work. More details on the Website. Contact name James Mathews

Telephone: (UK) 020 8347 5970   Fax: (UK) 0870 056 0914

Website: http://www.jamesmathews.co.uk

Email: jm@jamesmathews.co.uk

Address: 71 Hornsey Lane Gardens, London, N6 5PA

Adrian Barrett MSc. FCSD. FCIOB. (Chartered Designer & Chartered Builder)

Structural Surveys, Planning & Design for Permis de Construire, alterations, new properties and full project management from inception to completion. Specialising in older properties. Over 100 Contracts in France since 1988 with 38 years total experience of which 11 years in France.  Travels to France regularly, All areas. Bilingual. Phone Adrian Barrett for a brochure on the services provided.

Telephone: (UK) 01722 333583

Fax: (UK) 01722 414528

E-mail: adriandesign@AOL.com

Address: Lower Road Churchfields Salisbury SP2 7PN

 

CEJET Conseils s.a.r.l.

An Interface with Chartered Surveyors. This French pluridisciplinary practice works in association with Franco-British lawyers, accountants, notaires and other professional experts, principally in the central and eastern regions of the South of France; offering a high quality "one stop shop" service for private and commercial clients. Contact name Alexander J. Cunynghame-Robertson BSc. ARICS. P.Eng. IPF. who is a local Chartered Building Surveyor and the first point of contact for English speaking clients and also directs the Construction and Heritage Consultancy department in their Robion branch office in the Luberon, providing architectural, surveying and engineering services.

Telephone:  (France) 04 90 76 58 09  Fax:  (France) 04 90 76 61 87

E-mail: mailto:intercs@ibm.net

Address: Mas Agora, Place Jules Ferry, 84440 Robion, Provence, France.

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Foreign Exchange Dealers              

TTT Moneycorp Ltd

Moneycorp offer the most competitive rates of exchange on any size of currency purchase to save you the maximum amount of money. They take the time to understand your own requirement then use a simple system for the quickest and easiest method to move your euros to their destination. TTT Moneycorp Ltd company help over a million people a year with complimentary, straight forward suggestions on how to make the most of their money. Offices located opposite the world famous Harrods, department store. Opening hours 8.30am to 10.30 pm weekdays. Regular payment plan for French mortgage holders looking to move relatively small monthly amounts without the high charges levied by most banks.

Telephone: 0207 823 7500

You can use this link to request Money Corp to contact you: call_requestCustom.cfm?customEmail=ian@french-mortgage-connection

Website:http://www.moneycorp.com

Address: 100 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW3 ER

 

Foreign Currency Exchange

This company is a specialised currency provider established by a group of brokers with years of industry experience offering a personalised service.  They appreciate that the prospect of dealing with foreign currency markets can be a daunting prospect to many clients and aim to remove any concerns or uncertainty you may have as well as getting the best possible terms with an overiding aim to make currency dealings clear and simple.

Telephone:  (Freephone for UK callers) 0800 783 4313   Other callers + 44 (0)1442 233 040

Fax: + 44(0) 1442 241 850

Website: http://www.fcexchange.co.uk

Address: 3 Progression Centre, Mark Road, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, UK, HP2 7DW

 

Currencies Direct Limited

A leading currency discount house with a reputation second to none, built on a service which is renowned to offer better exchange rates, lower cost and less administration whilst remaining simple and straightforward. Market experience spans over 20 years.

Telephone: 0207 813 0332    Fax: 0207 419 7753

Website: http://www.currenciesdirect.com/

Address: Hanover House, 73/74 High Holborn, London, WC1V 6LS

 

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French Insurance broker & others links

Thierry Marcq - Agent General AGF (French Insurance Broker)

French based Insurance broker, located in Calais, representing AGF, a major French insurance company. Bi-lingual, professional and well known to French Mortgage Connection, who have an agency relationship with the company for clients' insurance requirements. However, you are welcome to approach this firm directly if you are not using our own mortgage services. Contact name is Thierry Marcq 

Tel: +33 (0) 321 111 710     Fax: + 33 (0) 321 111 442

Email: thierry.marcq@agents.agf.fr

Address: Thierry Marcq, 7 rue Francois Cousin, 62380 LUMBRES, France.

 

 

Other links ....

 

Luxury Ski Chalets  Come and enjoy the fantastic Meribel skiing in one of Alpine Infusion's luxury ski chalets

http://www.france-alltheseasons.co.uk    Private holidays and property in France. All the Seasons offers advertising for holiday homes and property throughout France, advertise free.

DirectoryMortgageLoan.com - Mortgage loan directory includes mortgage lender and mortgage loan service


Travel France - Guide to France including regions, towns, places of interest, activities and events. Includes travel information.

buy to let mortgages uk rates quote - obtain a no obligation, personalised, buy to let mortgages quote in seconds. Compare all types of UK buy to let mortgage products for uk property and landlord investors.

To find a local Independent Financial Adviser, click here: www.FindaPro.co.uk

 

Gateway to French Property - Property Virtual tours, Rental and Sale of Properties across France,


Credit Control Solutions provides cash flow management, debt recovery, credit control management, and outsourced credit control.

 

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Statutory Warnings: Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured upon it.
The Sterling equivalent of your liability under a foreign currency mortgage may be increased by exchange rate movements.
A Life Insurance policy will be required for each mortgage borrower.
All mortgages are subject to Status and are not available to those under age 18 years. Written details upon request.

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