France Made Simple

By Catharine HigginsonEducation How To

France Made Simple episodes

October 11, 2024 Are You Moving To France From The UK? Don’t Miss This Free Webinar!
This is a really short one just to give you a heads up about the webinar I am doing on the 17th of October (which is also my birthday!); you’ll be able to get your questions answered by a relocation expert, plus a French consul will be on hand to advise about visa applications, plus you get to meet me!
7 min
October 02, 2024 Cross Channel Shopping!
We take a quick look at the post Brexit changes that you need to factor in when buying items from the UK or posting gifts across the channel. Listen now and make sure you are up to speed before you start your Christmas shopping!
14 min
September 25, 2024 How To Have A Happy Life In France
I share my thoughts (and opinions!) on what we all need to do when moving overseas to ensure that we live a happy and fulfilling life - wherever that may be!
25 min
September 17, 2024 Making Your Euros Go Further !
We take a look at all the things you can do (big and small!) to reduce your outgoings on your French property and enable you to maximise your spending power, and really enjoy your life in France!
17 min
September 10, 2024 Prepping Your French Property For Winter
We take a quick look at all the things you can do to ensure you get through the winter months unscathed and stay nice and toasty warm to boot!
18 min
August 26, 2024 La Rentrée
We take a look at what happens during the ‘back to school’ period known as La rentrée in France and explain everything you need to know!
14 min
July 17, 2024 Outdoor Living
How to add extra outdoor living space to your French property for alfresco wining and dining! Given the increasingly volatile weather we are getting these days, adding a sheltered space makes enormous sense and will maximise the time you can spend outdoors. We talk you through all the things you need to think about before getting your project of the ground.
16 min
June 25, 2024 Do You Know Your SAMU From Your SMUR?
For new arrivals who are already struggling to get to grips with the language, the wide range of French acronyms that are in use on a daily bais, can prove daunting to say the least! We talk you through the most frequently used terms to simplify your day to day life in France. And you can find a complete list here https://www.thoughtco.com/common-french-acronyms-and-abbreviations-4086490
16 min
June 19, 2024 DIY At The Chateau !
We chat to Julia McKeivoir (as seen on C4’s Chateau DIY) about buying and renovating a massive 1790’s chateau in the south west of France. A must listen for anyone who loves old French properties! You can catch up with Julia on FB here https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560232607282 and read more about Paul and Julia here https://chateaudiy.com/chateau-larribau/
25 min
June 11, 2024 Splish, Splash, Splosh!
All you need to know when it comes to installing a pool in France! We look at where to site it, the type to choose, essential safety considerations and of course, all the paperwork that you need to complete. Check out the legal requirements here : https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F31404
23 min

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Thinking about moving to France, retiring in France, or already living here? France Made Simple is the practical podcast for English speakers navigating life in France.