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France Made Simple

Catharine Higginson

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/148d. Total Eps: 140

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. Host Catharine Higginson has spent more than 20 years living and working in France. Each week she shares honest advice, real experiences and practical guidance on buying property, renovating French homes, visas, healthcare, taxation, bureaucracy, learning the language, culture, and the everyday realities of French life. Whether you’re planning your move, buying your dream home, starting a business, or simply trying to understand how life really works in France, France Made Simple helps you avoid costly mistakes and make confident decisions.

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#69
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#44

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Prepping Your French Property For Winter

mardi 10 septembre 2024 • Duration 17:13

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!

La Rentrée

lundi 26 août 2024 • Duration 13:48

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!

Moving To France - The Ultimate Guide Part 1

jeudi 25 avril 2024 • Duration 30:19

In this first episode of a three part mini series we look at everything you need to consider from a practical and emotional perspective when moving to France. As well as insider knowledge how from the host - a seasoned mover herself - we share tips, tricks and regrets from our listeners.

Visas - Your Questions Answered!

jeudi 25 avril 2024 • Duration 23:44

Visa and relocation guru Fabien from Fab French Insurance https://www.fabfrenchinsurance.com/ joins us to answer listeners questions on the tricky subject of getting a visa!

Moving To France - The Ultimate Guide Part 3

lundi 22 avril 2024 • Duration 18:31

In this final episode we look at all the people and organisations you need to inform when you move within France. Notify the tax office, health providers, EDF etc here : https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R11193 and register to vote here : https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/N47#1_3. Make sure your pets new address is registered here : https://www.i-cad.fr/ and don’t forget to get your post redirected too! https://www.laposte.fr/changement-adresse-demenagement-reexpedition

Moving To France - The Ultimate Guide Part 2

jeudi 18 avril 2024 • Duration 24:28

We look at everything you need to get done in the final month before your move and all the post Brexit rules and regulations that concern your move to a new life in France! Complete your customs declaration CERFA 10070 here https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/R42719?lang=en and get all the customs info you need at http://www.douane.gouv.fr/dossier/trouble-free-travel-french-customs

Making Friends In France

lundi 15 avril 2024 • Duration 18:04

How do you make friends with the French? Well, pretty much the same way you make friends anywhere in the world but you will need to put yourself out there and try! We look at some of the ways you can make this easier!

Just Get The Pineapple Yoghurts!

Season 1

vendredi 5 avril 2024 • Duration 15:54

Something a bit different ! A look at how making time for yourself can help you enjoy your life in France.

L’Écurie

Season 1

lundi 18 mars 2024 • Duration 27:05

We catch up with the people behind a really great community centre in Normandy and reveal how you can get involved. Check out their page on Instagram : lecuriegenets

Time Saving Tips For Life In France

mardi 30 janvier 2024 • Duration 23:33

French paperwork is notoriously time consuming so we look at all the main apps available which allow you to so stuff from your phone or tablet and free up more time for doing the things you like!