The Côte d’Azur attracts new international residents every year, drawn by its exceptional quality of life. However, settling in France comes with lesser-known tax pitfalls that can prove costly. Here are the five most frequent mistakes observed among recently established expatriates &mda

France’s 2026 Finance Act overhauls the Pacte Dutreil regime: individual holding period extended to 6 years, exclusion of non-operating assets. Analysis of the new rules and optimisation strategies for business owners with professional assets exceeding €1 million.

Choosing between an individual PER and a life insurance contract requires a careful analysis of your retirement objectives. In 2026, these two vehicles offer distinct advantages depending on your tax profile and investment horizon.

The 2026 Finance Act introduces an exceptional mechanism allowing life insurance policyholders to transfer up to €152,500 per beneficiary tax-free during their lifetime. Eligibility conditions, optimisation strategies and key considerations for portfolios exceeding €500,000.