France, with confidence
Your French home.
With peace of mind.
We take care of the paperwork.
You enjoy your French home.
Gordes, Provence
A different pace of life.
Photo: Alexander Van Steenberge
All the reasons you love France.
Fewer things to worry about.
Peace of mind,
from tax to trash day.
A second home should give you something to look forward to. We help keep the paperwork from getting in the way.
A tax notice you don’t understand. A letter from the syndic. A question for the town hall about rubbish collection. You have a reliable point of contact in France to help you understand what needs doing and what comes next.
From advice before you buy to everyday administration once you own, our bilingual experts bring clear answers and personal attention. Less time worrying about what you might have missed. More time enjoying what brought you here.
The people behind your peace of mindA place for every chapter
Where does France
fit into your life?
Three different starting points.
One simple way to find yours.
Thinking of
buying in France?
Tax and legal advice before you buy, with real people in France and trusted professional partners. €850, VAT included.
Explore Buyer’s Access
Already have
your French home?
A reliable team for your second home’s tax questions and everyday paperwork. From €99/month, VAT included.
Discover Membership
Ready to call
France home?
A permanent move deserves dedicated relocation support. Meet the team for your next chapter.
Plan your moveA little clarity goes a long way
Your next step,
made a little clearer.
A few simple questions about your plans. A direction that makes sense for you.
confirmed personally by the team.
L’art de vivre, without the worry
More moments
that feel like this.
A long lunch. An open window. The familiar turn in a village lane. The best part of having a home in France is finding the time to simply be there.
A partnership with people at its heart
Real people.
On your side.
French Tax Online and French Connections HCB share a simple conviction: making a life in France should feel more approachable.
Your advice comes from real people in France, supported by a trusted network of professional partners. You speak to a person who takes the time to understand your situation, rather than relying on AI-generated advice.
Get to know usThe FTO × HCB journal
A little knowledge.
A lot more confidence.
A few questions, answered
Let’s make
things clearer.
Still have something on your mind?
We’re here to help you find your way.
Can you help me if I live outside France?
Yes. FTO × HCB is designed for people who live outside France and are buying or already own a French property. Tell us where you are in your journey so we can point you towards the relevant support.
What is the difference between Buyer’s Access and Membership?
The right offer depends on where you are in your property journey. Buyer’s Access provides tax and legal advice for a French property purchase at €850 including VAT, with qualified partners involved where needed. Membership supports non-residents who already own a second home in France with tax questions, correspondence and ongoing administration. Each offer addresses the needs of that stage; the team helps you choose based on your current project.
I want to move to France permanently. Where should I start?
A permanent move involves a different set of questions, including residence, healthcare and life in France. We direct relocation enquiries to French Connections HCB so you can discuss the right support for your plans.
Will the online assessment tell me if I am legally eligible?
The assessment is a simple guide to the most relevant service, based on your answers. It does not determine your tax residence, immigration rights or final membership eligibility. Your situation is reviewed with the team before any recommendation is confirmed.
FRANCE, BEYOND THE POSTCARD
Take the scenic route.
Find your kind of France.
Two friends. Two motorbikes.
A fresh perspective on your French home.
Join Géraud and Richard as they ride through spectacular landscapes, discover local life and visit properties for sale. From hidden villages to Alpine passes, The Grand Détour explores what different budgets can buy — and what makes a place feel like home.
Explore the series on YouTube
Watch on YouTube House hunting in France.
Real homes. Real asking prices.
A first look at the places, properties and possibilities along the way.
Confidence, grounded in expertise
A recognised foundation.
For greater peace of mind.
Officially accredited
FTO Tax Representative, French Tax Online’s subsidiary, holds permanent accreditation for fiscal representation on French property sales by nonresidents.
Experience in French accountancy
Previously registered as an expert-comptable in France, Géraud Nayral brings his experience in French accountancy and taxation to his work with international clients.
Listed by the French tax authorities
FTO Tax Representative appears on the official list of permanently accredited representatives published by the French tax authorities in the BOFiP.
Accreditation details
The accreditation applies to FTO Tax Representative (SIREN 949 372 403) and its fiscal representation activity for property sales. View the official BOFiP entry, paragraph 150.
Your French chapter starts here
A life to look forward to.
A team to turn to.
Let’s make the next step feel simple.
Find my next step