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2. Bertrand of Bretagne Proprietes in Ploermel Tel 00 33 2 97 22 0019. he speaks fluent English...........
Currently employing some ten staff (all English speaking) within the group, Bretagne Proprietes Services provides a professional and dedicated service to clients both new and old. Linking with estate agents within the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands, and utilisation of the internet, has enabled them company to extend its catchment area to beyond the immediate regional borders and become “the” Immoblier of first contact.

3. Catherine of Eurolook in Malestroit. Tel 00 33 2 97 75 01 01. She also speaks fluent English and is very good

Please note.... we recommend all three agents as they are the best out there. We do not get commission or anything else from them.

We don't make any money at all in any way from the `house buying advice`. It`s 100% free and impartial !

As you can see the house is a traditional Breton stone build

Two floors

Ground floor has two rooms.

Room one is 5/5metres approx earth floor, beams and fireplace with a front door and window (see photo)

Room two is approx 5m / 3m, earth floor, large oak beams with a back door and window to rear grassed garden

The ground floor can be converted into a lounge/dining room in room one with a kitchen and WC/ shower in room two

1st floor

This is big enough for two bedrooms and a bathroom. It has a parquet wooden floor

Mains water is allready connected and electricity passes the house and can easily be connected

There is a manhole outside ready to connect up to the mains drains, so no septic tank needed

Rear grassed garden

Fantastic location in the village centre 100 yards from the bar/ shop/ church and restaurant.

Great project for someone who doesen`t mind a bit of hand dirtying but doesn't want any major structural works to do Or if you'd like a local builder to do the work for you then we can give you some details of someone who can help

We can also arrange for a notaire to do the legals and help in buying etc

Rear garden below

If you'd like more info then please either e mail or ring us on 00 33 2 97 93 26 49

The future..

If you are thinking of letting it out as a holiday home one day then we can help you so please use the e mail link below
Nicola Harrington @ MIP Property Services

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		WE HAVE A HOUSE FOR SALE FOR 25,000 EUROS IN REMINIAC, BRITTANY. PLEASE SCROLL DOWN THE PAGE TO SEE MORE INFORMATION Free house buying advice for house hunters in Brittany. With all holidays booked in either Les Maisons Crème, Blanche, Jaune, Bleue, Verte, Rouge, Violet or Orange the normal weeks rental includes free of charge: 1 House buying information for Brittany If you are coming here to look at houses we offer a totally free one to one service to help answer your questions & concerns about the difficulties of buying a house here in France. We may be able to assist, as we`ve bought twelve and sold two houses here in Brittany. We don`t guarantee that we know it all though, but we can tell you what we have done ourselves. 2 Emigration information for Brittany If you plan on coming here to live we`ll be happy to share what we know; health, schools, taxes and permits we`ll tell what we know. Have a look at the information below for further details.

		How does it work ? We know from considerable experience that the house hunting and buying process in France is nothing like that in the UK. The legal system is complicated, bureaucratic and everything proceeds maddeningly slowly. To a new buyer the whole thing can often seem unfathomable. This is where we can help. We make it easier. It's simple, all you do is rent one of our six gites for the long or short term whilst searching for your new house and we will be available to help answer the numerous questions and queries you will have. You can ask as many questions as you want with regard to the house buying process or anything else to do with the French system. We'll do all we can to help guide you from when you go to sign your first `Bon Visite` to completion of the `Acte de Vente` We can even tell you if the price of a property is realistic or if `it's a price for the English` Why pay for expensive consultants when we can help you out for absolutely free ? Each year we help dozens of English people buy their own houses here in Brittany and have many essential contacts, including English speaking estate agents and an English speaking notaire (a French solicitor). We can even arrange for someone to come and view some properties with you (there is, I`m afraid a charge for this), or if you need one, a local French/ English translator (there is a charge for this to !). Most importantly, we can tell you if we think that the price you are looking to pay for a specific house is fair & not overpriced. After you`ve bought we can put you in touch with English speaking plumbers, electricians, builders, gardeners and even an English speaking bank- should you want one.

		Why do we offer this service for free when others charge large sums ? 1. It enables us to occupy our gites in the off-peak months when letting's are quietest. 2. It will save others making some of the mistakes we made. Below is an initial taster of just some of the questions that we are most often asked by people buying houses in France . The location Where is the best location and where are houses cheapest ? Do I buy a new house or an old barn to convert ? How much will I pay for land ? How much will I pay for a new build and how do I arrange for one ? The agent Where is a good agent and how do they work ? Is there an English speaking agent nearby ? How much are the fees and who pays them and when ? To contact an agent in advance of coming please telephone or e mail one of the following three agents: 1. Sidonie Sempéré of Optimhome 06 09 08 43 63 obilier.com SEMPERE Sidonie Agent mandataire Morbihan 4 Domaine du Pont Bily 56910 SAINT NICOLAS DU TERTRE Tel 00 33 (from the UK) 6 09 08 43 63 sidonie.sempere@optimhome.com She speaks fluent English She`ll be happy to talk to you and arrange some appointments so call or e mail her ! !!.
		2. Bertrand of Bretagne Proprietes in Ploermel Tel 00 33 2 97 22 0019. he speaks fluent English........... Currently employing some ten staff (all English speaking) within the group, Bretagne Proprietes Services provides a professional and dedicated service to clients both new and old. Linking with estate agents within the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands, and utilisation of the internet, has enabled them company to extend its catchment area to beyond the immediate regional borders and become “the” Immoblier of first contact. 3. Catherine of Eurolook in Malestroit. Tel 00 33 2 97 75 01 01. She also speaks fluent English and is very good Please note.... we recommend all three agents as they are the best out there. We do not get commission or anything else from them. We don't make any money at all in any way from the `house buying advice`. It`s 100% free and impartial !
		Before buying Is the price fair ? Do I need a survey & if so how do I get one ? How does the cess-pit (La fosse septique) work ? How have the fosse septic laws recently changed & how much could this cost me ? (lots) Have I sufficient land/ drainage to install a fosse septique ? What `type` of electricity is available to the house (there is 3-36 Kw, mono and tri-phase) How can I get this changed and what is the cost ? Is there mains water on site ? Is the house legally classed as habitable (if not you can't stay in it) ? Is it in an area of outstanding beauty ? Am I going to be able to get planning permission to convert it ? Which works need planning permission and which don't ? Some of the legal's What is a `Bon visite` and why must I sign one before I view a house ? What does this commit me to ? What do I do if I want to buy the house ? Is my offer binding and can I be gazumped ? Do I have to sign immediately ? What documentation must I supply ? The agents says the fosse is all working fine. Does that mean it`s legal ? (usually no) What are my legal responsibilities with regard to termites & asbestos ? What is a `Plan de Cadastre` and what does it tell me ? What about `right of ways` across and to my land ? Do any farmers have grazing rights ? Who are `S.A.F.A.R` and why do they have the right to veto my purchase ? Why could the Marie be allowed to buy the house instead of me ? What is the `Comprimis de Vente` ? What are `conditions suspensives` and why can these be crucial ? What must I make sure is written in the Comprimis de Vente ? What`s a lead survey for ? What`s an asbestos survey for ? What`s an energy survey for ? Why must I pay 10% deposit straightaway and what happens if I change my mind ? Do I need my own notaire ? Can I use the sellers notaire or the estate agents notaire ? Is there an English speaking one available ? How much are the fees ? Do I need a UK based solicitor to act on my behalf ? How long will it be before before the house is mine ? What is the Acte de Vente ? Do I need to be there in person to sign it ? How do I physically pay for the house ? After purchase Who must I notify ? Do I need house insurance ? What taxes must I pay e.g. Fonciers, habitation, rubbish collection ? Who will sort out the utility changeovers ? Who will `keep an eye` on the house ? Who will cut the lawn in my absence ? (it is illegal to allow thistles to bloom or let the grass grow excessively) Do I need a French will and what are the inheritance laws ? What is the importance of the Marie ? Can I drink the water ? If I am ill what is the procedure for seeing a specialist, a doctor or dentist ? How does A&E work at the hospital ? How do I get planning permission ? Why might I still owe the previous owner some money until the end of the calendar year ? Do I need a TV licence and can I get British TV ? Is it worth importing DIY stuff ? Please note. We offer this service free of charge. It is based solely on our own experiences. We cannot guarantee any part of what we say and accept no liability for any information we supply. Please take your own independent financial and legal advice before buying a house in France.
		HOUSE FOR SALE BRITTANY REMINIAC We have a house for sale in the village - see below..... Stone house for sale in Reminac village Big potential and a really low cost holiday home that could sleep four or five people We bought it it renovate ourselves but due to a severe back problem Mark cannot do the work as planned........ Price : 25,000 Euros plus legal fees Needs full internal renovation. Picture below

		As you can see the house is a traditional Breton stone build Two floors Ground floor has two rooms. Room one is 5/5metres approx earth floor, beams and fireplace with a front door and window (see photo) Room two is approx 5m / 3m, earth floor, large oak beams with a back door and window to rear grassed garden The ground floor can be converted into a lounge/dining room in room one with a kitchen and WC/ shower in room two 1st floor This is big enough for two bedrooms and a bathroom. It has a parquet wooden floor Mains water is allready connected and electricity passes the house and can easily be connected There is a manhole outside ready to connect up to the mains drains, so no septic tank needed Rear grassed garden Fantastic location in the village centre 100 yards from the bar/ shop/ church and restaurant. Great project for someone who doesen`t mind a bit of hand dirtying but doesn't want any major structural works to do Or if you'd like a local builder to do the work for you then we can give you some details of someone who can help We can also arrange for a notaire to do the legals and help in buying etc Rear garden below

		If you'd like more info then please either e mail or ring us on 00 33 2 97 93 26 49


















		The future.. If you are thinking of letting it out as a holiday home one day then we can help you so please use the e mail link below Nicola Harrington @ MIP Property Services If you need someone to cut the grass, maintain or landscape the garden and keep an eye on the house then CLICK HERE



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