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These mistakes can cost you lots of money when living in France!

Planning to move or recently moved to France? Like any other country, you have to understand the local specificities to avoid making costly mistakes and losing money.  We will explain to you in this blog, based on our own experience, what you should look up when living in France. From simple practical day life mistakes, […]

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Importance of compound interest to increase your wealth

What is the importance of compound interest? Why many financial analyst refers to it the secret sauce to increase wealth over time? Several financial ‘gurus’ has described it as their secret to become wealthy. Even Albert Einstein said: “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it; he who doesn’t,

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Famous personal finance quotes explained

You may have heard many personal finance quotes that encapsulate wisdom and insights about money management but you may not necessarily how to put in practice in your daily life.  We will explain in this blog (based in our own knowledge) some tips to make the most out of this popular wisdom.  Table of Contents

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How to invest when living in France

How to invest when living in France? What are the investment options available for you? How to start? You may feel overwhelmed and scared about making wrong decisions, as the finance world like too complicated.   In reality, you just need to understand some basic concepts. We will be sharing a summary of what we hear from

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Key points about Income Tax in France

Taxes anywhere in the world could be a complicated and annoying matter. Even though there has been a simplification during last years, France remains as one of EU countries with higher rate and complex tax rules. Do not worry, we will explain in this blog our understanding and key points about income tax in France.  Let’s

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What are the different savings accounts in France?

Wondering what are the different savings accounts in France available for you?  Some are centrally controlled by the government and  offering very interesting benefits but under specific conditions. Therefore, it is important for you to understand the different options available before making a decision about which one to open.  In this blog, we will walk you

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How to manage your personal budget in France?

How to manage your personal budget in France? Creating a budget is an essential part of managing your finances in France, even though it may seem daunting at first. Whether you’re an expat or a local, knowing how to manage your personal budget in France will help you stay on top of your expenses and

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How to open a bank account in France?

How to open a bank account in France? Even with a basic level of French it could be intimidating (we’ve been there!), but it’s a straightforward process as long as you have the necessary documents and choose the right bank for your needs.  In this post, we’ll share our experience with you about the process

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