Covering some 930km, where the river Rhône meets the Mediterranean Sea, La Camargue occupies a coastal area between the Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence. Established as a national park and nature reserve in 1972, La Camargue contains exceptional bio-diversity with over 400 species of birds including the ubiquitous pink flamingos, the famous Camargue horses, unique breeds of bulls and now a new eco-friendly leaseback development.

Steven Worboys, MD of Experience International, the leaseback property experts, comments, “La Camargue remains one of the most unspoiled natural areas in the south of France. Already an established tourist destination with the French, the area is fast becoming popular with British holidaymakers and second property buyers not least due to the diverse fauna and flora, stunning vistas over the Rhône delta and ease of access from the UK and by air, rail and road.”

Due to its national park status, property development is limited in La Camargue with only a handful of truly eco-friendly properties available to purchase. One such development is the new Domaine des Flamants Roses leaseback residences. The 1, 2 and 3 bedroom cottage style properties are situated in the small charming village of Salin-de-Giraud, a stone’s throw from the chic coastal resort of Saintes-Marie-de-la-Mer and only 25 miles from historic Arles city centre.

Complimenting the natural landscape, Domaine des Flamants Roses is highly eco-friendly boasting an ecological rating of 145 out of 150 due to the use of recycled materials, natural building products, renewable energy and waste water recycling.

As Steve Worboys goes on to remark, “It’s not often that a property can truly be both eco-friendly and a good investment however Domaine des Flamants Roses ticks both boxes. As a leaseback property, owners can enjoy 4.08% guaranteed rental income for 18+ years as well as personal usage options.”

Prices start from €155,292 with a low deposit of only €1,000 required to secure a unit; in addition 100% finance is available, an attractive option which is becoming increasingly rare as French banks look to restrict lending.

For more information on buying property in La Camargue please contact Experience International on + 44 (0) 207 321 5858 or visit www.experience-international.com.

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The French Alps are renowned as a top winter tourism destination attracting millions each year to its pristine pistes, exclusive resorts and charming villages.

But the area is not only to be enjoyed for a few months each winter, the French Alps offer a wealth of attractions in summer also and with latest reports from French mortgage specialist, Athena Mortgages, stating that May was the busiest month of the past 12 in terms of enquiries, it would seem that buyers are seeking Alpine homes that they can use all year round.

So what are the top 5 activities to enjoy in the French Alps this summer?

1. Walking in the Vanoise National Park – located between the Tarentaise and the Maurienne, the Parc de la Vanoise is one of Europe’s oldest and largest protected areas. The park is rich in flora and home to herds of ibex; it also offers 500km of marked walking paths and trails for all abilities.

2. Mountain biking – From two skis to two wheels, mountain biking is one of the most popular summer activities in the Alps. The Sainte Foy en Tarentaise area, just 15 minutes from Val d’Isere and Les Arcs offer some of the finest natural trails with mountain descents and long cross-country roads running through alpine meadows and forests as well as unspoiled mountain villages with stunning views of the glaciers.

3. Mountaineering - Summer is the perfect time to explore the mountains of the Alps, from the Mont Blanc massif in the west to the imposing Dolomites in the east, this region offers some of the most challenging climbs available. Increasing popular is “via ferrata”, Italian for “iron road”. Originally built in the Dolomites as routes for WW1 soldiers to transverse, these footpaths follow the contours of the mountain face featuring ladders and rope swings to add extra excitement.

4. Rafting and Canyoning - as the glaciers undergo their natural summer melt, the rivers of the French Alps come alive with the sounds of canoeists and white-water rafting thrill seekers. The river d’Isere near Sainte Foy provides one of the longest and most exhilarating white water rafting experiences as well as the opportunity to try canyoning.

5. Get a taste of local culture – the Alps are home to some of the most traditional charming towns and villages in all of France. Wander through quaint streets, admire the Savoyard architecture, visit museums and historical centres and sample the local culinary delights. La Plagne, located in the heart of the Paradiski, is one of the most popular summer destinations hosting numerous music and cultural festivals.
Getting to the French Alps couldn’t be easier with daily direct flights to Lyon, Geneva or Chambery from the UK; high speed trains also connect the Alps to Paris and then on in turn to the UK or it is possible to drive in around 9 hours.

It is also straight-forward to purchase property in the French Alps with leaseback developments proving popular as they offer guaranteed rental income as well as personal usage. One development which is particularly sought-after is La Chapelle in Sainte Foy as investors can enjoy free usage of the property in June and September as well as guaranteed & index-linked returns for 18+ years. A limited number of 1 – 4 bedroom luxury properties remain with prices starting from £170,000 and up to 100% finance available.

Alternatively, the completed 4* apartments of Le Centaure, located in La Plagne comprise studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom modern and spacious properties with superb on-site amenities. Prices are from €148,000 and up to 95% finance is available.

For more information about purchasing in the French Alps pick up your FREE COPY of Focus on France magazine, your essential guide to French leasebacks, by calling + 44 (0) 207 321 5858 or visiting www.frenchleaseback.org.

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However many investors are now looking to buy again although many are looking to buy properties in established markets which appear to be relatively stable – and France, with it’s fairly stable property market and solid financial system appears to be heading up the list.

British buyers in particular appear to be quite keen on French property, however instead of mortgaging their own homes, they are looking for Euro mortgages. This is partly because many are hoping to stretch their cash further as, if expected, the pound starts to strengthen against the Euro in the long-term. At present, the Euro/sterling exchange rate is fluctuating however many financial experts believe that the sterling is undervalued and will rise again in the medium-term.

Overseas property investors are still able to take out Euro mortgages in France where banks are happy to lend to foreign investors – unlike their counterparts in Spain and Greece who have been hit hard by defaulting customers. It is still possible to borrow 100% of the property price, although a LTV ratio of 85% will generally see a much better rate of interest.

Despite having a relatively stable property market, prices have fallen across France by around 15% from their peak so there are plenty of excellent properties to choose from. Properties away from hotspots such as in the Riviera offer great value for money however they may take a lot more marketing and drive to rent out on a regular basis.Properties in hotspots are, of course, higher however they will be easier to rent out on a regular basis.

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The Office of the Mayor of Paris has stringent rules that now demands that property investors who let out their Parisian properties pay for affordable housing equal in size and similar in location and style to that which they are renting out. These rules have led many buy-to-letters to keep their buy-to-let propeties unofficial – any holiday property which is let out should be given government permission ahead of the start of the property’s lettings.

Many foreign property investors have recently become interested in Paris as a potential investment destination as prices in central arrondissements have doubled in the past five years and property was cheap compared to other capital cities. Rental yields tend to be good with most netting around 5%, although some owners have reported yields of up to 9% on their portfolio.

It is unsurprisng that Paris remains a popular choice with it’s beautiful architectural charm. Many Paris properties have immense wooden doors opening onto stone courtyards, with winding stairways and tiled passageways, and these give off an air of romance and mystery. There is very little in the way of new building going on in Paris as space for new projects is at a premium, however some derelict sites on the edge of the city are being torn down to make way for modern apartment blocks. However older properties still drive the market thanks to their quaint charm and history.

Many property owners – both local and foreign – have tended to ignore the requirement to register the change of use on their properties and the issue was rarely enforced unless local residents compalinged. However the new rules, which follow concernts about the affordability of properties in locations which are favoured by the wealthy, and the scale of the penalties, has worried many property investors.

To get around the rules, some investors are trying to think out of the box – some properties are now empty, no longer rented to anyone, foreign or local; other property investors are looking to set up co-operatives to provide social housing nearby; some property investors are looking into renting their property investments to students, which would satisfy the affordable housing rules.

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Similar to the UK, the French residential property market is continuing to show signs of stabilisation. While prices* fell by 1% during Q3 as a whole, they rose by 0.1% during September, resulting in a total positive return for the period April to September 2009 of 2.8%. Returns for the 12 months to September 2009 have now pulled back to a respectable -7.8%.

Unlike the UK, however, a history of prudent lending in France (lenders do not allow borrowers’ total outgoings on finance payments to exceed one third of their total gross monthly income) has meant mortgage finance is still readily available.

While mortgage finance in the UK remains extremely difficult to secure, especially at higher LTVs (Loan to Value Ratio), the French banks continue to lend to borrowers with smaller deposits, even up to 100% LTV. This level of LTV is also available to non-resident borrowers both for second homes and investment properties and is proving highly attractive given the ongoing weakness of sterling.

Interest in the French property market among UK-based investors is soaring as a result. In Q3 2009, Athena Mortgages saw a 21% rise in mortgage enquiries on Q2, which in turn was up 42% on Q1. Mortgage completions in the third quarter were also up 14% on Q2. Many British property investors are now looking across the channel to add to their portfolios given the difficulty securing (competitive) finance at home.

The buy-to-let sector in France is attracting particular interest from investors at present, as depressed prices are boosting yields significantly in many areas. In the Normandy town of Alençon, for example, gross yields are 7.5%, while in the medieval town of Poitiers, western France, they are currently 7%. Nevers in central France boasts the highest gross yields, currently, of 7.6%. Other towns of note include Clermont Ferrand (6.8%) and Tours (6.4%).

For second home buyers, now is an ideal time to buy into some of the most desirable towns and cities of France at significantly discounted prices. For example, prices in the highly sought-after destinations of Biarritz, Cannes, Perpignan and Nice are all approximately 10% lower than a year ago.

A growing number of UK investors are also placing French leaseback properties into SIPPs, something that can be arranged through several French lenders. To this end, Athena Mortgages is currently working closely with French tax specialists, Sykes Anderson, and Liberty SIPP.

John Luke Busby, director, Athena Mortgages, comments: “There is a degree of correlation between the UK and France, at present, in the sense that both property markets are clearly stabilising. However, while the UK property market remains very difficult for investors to access given ongoing lending constraints, there is now a real appetite to lend among the French lenders, who have suffered much less than their British counterparts. For a growing number of British property investors, France is fast proving the place to be, particularly given the availability of 100% mortgages, which circumvents the punitive exchange rate.

“Crucially, there is also significant innovation at the product level. For example, we have recently launched a ‘next generation’ hybrid mortgage product in conjunction with a major French bank. With a typical rate of 3%, the new product enables borrowers to split their mortgage amount into an interest-only portion and a repayment portion, which represents a perfect balance between the potential shortfall of a capital repayment loan and the speculation of the interest-only route.

“With extremely competitive borrowing rates, attractive prices and genuine product innovation, there’s a real buzz to the French property market at present.”

Source: *FNAIM

For second-home, leaseback, buy-to-let and equity release mortgage products, visit the Best Mortgages section of the Athena Mortgages website or call + 44 207 474515.

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This is an evolution of the traditional hybrid mortgage structure in France, which sets out an interest-only period for a number of years followed by a defined repayment period until the end of the loan. The minimum loan amount for the product is €300,000 and within that the minimum level for the interest-only portion is €100,000.

The loan is targeted at higher net worth individuals, who must be able to show assets in stocks, investments or property totalling at least 150% of the loan amount (e.g for a €300k loan, borrowers must have €450k in net equity across their portfolio). The loan is available at 85% for second homes and practically 100% for new build leaseback properties.

John Luke Busby, director of Athena Mortgages, comments:
“This mortgage is completely new for France and a real innovation at this level of borrowing. The flexibility offered means borrowers can set a target payment amount that is somewhere between the low cost offered by an interest-only mortgage and the higher cost of a repayment mortgage. The mortgage also acts as a hedge on the investment, enabling equity to be built up as a portion of the loan is repaid.”

Matthieu Cany, managing director, French estate agents network, Sextant Properties, adds: “The hybrid structure is perfect for investors who don’t fancy the interest-only route but who wish to avoid the monthly shortfall with a repayment mortgage. It really fills a gap in the French mortgage market.”

An example calculation for the mortgage using €300k loan with rates of 3% gives:

Repayment: €1422
Interest-only: €750
Hybrid 50/50 split: €711 (Repayment over 25 years) + €375 (Interest-only) = €1086

Athena Mortgages is a specialist French mortgage broker offering French mortgages from a large panel of French lenders. An integrated team of multilingual professionals, with twenty years of experience in buying French property, helping thousands of non-residents and ex-pats find the right mortgage, release equity in their French home, or remortgage their property, from abroad.

Offering the highest level of service, Athena Mortgages bring a human face to a process that can seem intimidating. Working closely with many French property developers who choose them for the clarity and simplicity of presentation they provide to their clients. They pride ourselves on professional service and dedication to finding the best offer until the date of signature. They are happy to welcome clients at our offices in London and Paris and can be contacted at their website, website www.athenamortgages.com, or by telephone +44 (0) 207 474515

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• Mortgage applications up 9% during August
• Property sales 15% higher during August
• West of France proves the most popular with British Buyers

Interest in the French property market continued to grow during August, in line with positive macro-economic news.
In mid-August, it emerged that France was the first of the EU nations to come out of recession, showing growth of 0.3% between April and June.

Relative to the UK, the French economy has been much less exposed to the hard-hit financial services sector, while the property market, and household finances generally, are also less geared on debt.
Athena Mortgages saw an 18% rise in mortgage enquiry levels during August (on July) and a 9% rise in mortgage applications.

Its figures were consistent with those of Sextant French Property Agents, the network of French estate agents, where enquiries were up 30% in August relative to July, and sales a significant 15% higher.

During August, property prices across France as a whole fell back slightly (-1.2%) according to data from French estate agency body, FNAIM, although there were naturally regional and area-specific variations, making for interesting negotiating conditions.

Average prices, despite recent rises in some areas, are still significantly discounted relative to 18 months ago, and are one of the key drivers of interest from would be bottom-fishers.

The area of France that is most popular with British buyers at present is the West. In Brittany, enquiry levels from British buyers were up 25% in August, and these buyers are mainly looking for older properties that are in need of redecoration and refurbishment. The average sale price in Brittany is currently €130,000.

Budgets are bigger in the two other most popular areas, Poitou-Charentes (€300,000) and the Dordogne (€200,000), and again the focus is on property in need of refurbishment.

John Luke Busby, director, Athena Mortgages, comments:
“There’s a feeling among prospective buyers of French property that we’re now in the bottom of the trough and that if they don’t make the move soon, they will lose out on some of the most competitive prices to be had in a long, long time. This is reflected in the growing number of estate agent enquiries and mortgage applications. The buzz that once surrounded French property is beginning to come back. People now have the chance to buy in at prices that would have been unthinkable a few years back and lock in to very attractive mortgage rates.”

Matthieu Cany, managing director, Sextant French Property Agents, adds:

“Both enquiry levels and actual sales are really picking up. As in the UK, people are sensing that now is a window to buy French property at exceptionally competitive prices, and more and more people are doing just that. Most of them are targeting properties that need work. They obviously feel that by adding value to a property they will amplify the upside when the market bounces back.”

For more information, contact:

Dominic Hiatt, Rhizome PR — 020 8670 4920 | 07595 221604
Jonathan Stevens, Rhizome PR — 020 8257 5183 | 07977 119579

About Athena Mortgages
Athena Mortgages is a close-knit, multi-lingual team with significant experience in the French property market. We have helped thousands of clients find the best available mortgage for their French property. We work closely with many French property developers, who choose us for the clarity and simplicity of our presentation. We continue to search for the best deal for our clients right up to the day of transfer of the property. We pride ourselves on professional service and dedication to finding the best offer until the date of signature. We are happy to welcome clients at our offices in London and Paris!

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Although there aren’t huge numbers of French properties that are going under the hammer, amongst those that are there are some bargains to be had so if you aer considering buying a property in France, auctions may be well worth looking at.

Property auctions in France are a way to save on agents’ fees as well as an opportunity to look at unusual properties.

If you are planning to buy at auction, whatever country you are planning to buy in, there are some guidelines you should always follow.

• Attend a couple of auctions to familiarise yourself with the process
• Be fluent in the language of the auction, or have someone with you who is fluent
• Do your research – don’t walk in blind. Know the properties you are after, and know how much they are worth. Don’t bid blindly as you may end up paying over the odds.
• Have your finances in order before you start bidding on property.

With French property auctions, there is often a ten-day waiting period after the auction to see if anyone else places a bid 10 percent or more over what you bid. If the property does attract a bid, the lot will go back to auction at the new higher price.

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After 12 months of decline, France’s economy grew by 0.3 percent between April and June against experts’ belief that the economy will continue to slide.

Germany has matched France’s economy with a 0.3 percent GDP rise over the same period.

The figures will breathe hope into the property markets in both France and Germany, and with this, property prices should stop sliding and may even begin to rise again. Investors are starting to feel more confidence in French property and increased interest in real estate in France may lead to more deals being made. The low Euro interest rate may also help boost property sales in both Germany and France.

With the increased investor confidence, now may be the perfect time to invest in a French property or German property as the respective property markets may be at, or close to, their bottom therefore bargains can be bought. With experts predicting that property prices will start to rise again in the near future, it also means that investors should be able to sell on their properties quickly and realise a good profit in a short period of time.

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World tourism Barometer, a regular publication of the Market Intelligence and Promotion Department of UNWTO, released data last month about the top holiday destinations globally – “France continues to lead the ranking for tourist arrivals ahead of the US and Spain”. In 2008 there were only slight changes in the ranking of top tourism destinations by both international tourist arrivals and receipts. France continues to lead the ranking of arrivals but ranks third in tourism receipts followed by the US and Spain.

Pierre & Vacances, pioneers in French leaseback for over 40 years, are launching 115 new properties at the existing development of ‘Pont Royal’ in the heart of Provence in France, located 73km from the beach and from Marseille. The new resort extension will be called Le Hameau de Pont Royal and will offer one, two and three bedroom apartments from €172,000. The first phase of the development will be delivered by the end of 2010 and the second by mid 2011.

This beautiful estate set in the Luberon hills, is part of the gateway to the Cote d’Azur. All houses are freehold, available on a leaseback basis and guarantee a yearly rental income of up to 3.75%. As well as offering a guaranteed rental income for 9 years Pierre & Vacances waive all maintenance fees and service charges and buyers don’t need to pay the 19.6% VAT.

The new apartments and houses will be added to the village and will include 63 two and three bedroom houses from €220,000 and 52 one and two bedroom apartments from €172,000. The extension will also include a small pool and water-play area for children. This development provides an excellent base from which to explore the wonderful landscape and historical treasures of the area from the Cathedral and bridge at Avignon to the Camargue national park, conveniently located from the summer festivals of Avignon (45km) and Aix-en-Provence (30km).

The Provencal style village is ideal for those seeking relaxation. There is also plenty on offer for all the family: the 18-hole golf course, outside swimming pools and tennis courts, a sports activity area with tournaments, horse riding centre, children’s farm, teenybopper disco, bicycles, and daily fitness classes. There is also a restaurant, an onsite bar with local shops only a short distance away.

Advantages for foreign investors buying French leaseback properties through Pierre & Vacances:
- an immediate, pre-financed VAT rebate of up to 19.6%
- guaranteed, inflation-protected rental income up to 4.5% net of all charges and running costs
- free of French income tax
- free of French CGT after 15 years
- returns guaranteed by Pierre & Vacances, a French development and tourism company listed on the SBF 120 (French equivalent of the FTSE 100); P&V has annual turnover of €1.5 billion and accommodates 7 million customers per year through its network of 50,000 apartments and houses
- Option for discounted holiday stays in approximately 250 resorts
- Investment in tourism in the world’s most visited country

About Pierre & Vacances
The Pierre & Vacances Group has been designing, developing and managing holiday homes and apartments for 42 years, anticipating European property and tourism trends. The Group’s development strategy has led to the acquisition of Center Parcs Continental Europe, Europe’s number one provider of short breaks. Pierre & Vacances takes a visionary approach to the world of holiday accommodation, and, since the birth of the Avoriaz development in 1967, has continued to grow in France and throughout Western Europe.

The undeniable market leader in residential tourism, the Pierre & Vacances Group has developed a complete range of short and long stay holidays, with a choice of hotel and leisure services designed to meet every requirement of today’s European consumers. With a presence in France, Northern Europe, Italy and Spain through its three main brands – Pierre & Vacances, Center Parcs Europe and Maeva – the Pierre & Vacances Group occupies, with a turnover of €1.5 billion, an unparalleled position in the European tourism industry.

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