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Another wonderful video that instills so much confidence in what you do. I can't wait to start my journey with you later in 2025. Stuart (Australia)

Assuming our U.S. economy doesn't tank too much in the coming year, my husband and I are looking to buy a property in France sometime in 2026 or '27, depending on how quickly we find what's right for us. We will set up a meeting with Richard at some point soon, but I do have a question in the meantime. Does French Connections HCB also offer a "buyer's agent" service in which you would help us search for, identify and vet properties that would meet our purchase criteria?

HI both, excuse my French, (only kidding) but, this was for me a bloody enjoyable podcast to watch, and listen too. Thanks for sharing this. Philip (du Pays de Galles).

Hi Richard, thank you so much for all of the information that you and your company provide. I live in the USA and I recently got my Croatian citizenship. Does an EU citizen follow the same guidelines as what you provided in the comments? (ie.. monthly and yearly requirements) Thank you!

Hi Richard. We have been reading lately, conflicting monthly minimum income requirement to be 1766 euros. Also we would like to know, as a married couple with no children . Is the income requirement slightly less? Appreciate any feed back you may have on this. Kind regards Philip & Diane.

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HI Richard. We enjoy watching the videos you make, and have just subscribed. Question I would like to is . Do you sell houses in France? You have mentioned that you can help with accommodation once in France with properties that you have. So I was just wondering if you also sell them, like possibly a try before you buy if people are interested? Thanks for making such interesting vlogs. Philip (Wales).

Hello, I have applied for a long stay visa for France as I wish to look for a house to buy. I’m from the UK. I have sufficient funds and medical insurance. The only thing is my family have a holiday home in France which they said I can use until I find a property of my own to buy. How do I supply this Information in my application? They are not residents they just own a house there.

Such a great video guys. Everything you said ticks boxes for me wanting to make the big move from Australia. Stuart

Philly Represent.

Hello, could you please explain - starting at 11:44, the inference that "putting a whole load of money into an account" is suspicious for some reason? Or am I misunderstanding? We're required to show our year+ funds, and consolidating would be a normal thing to do under such requirements, especially if someone is intending to move long term, that one would not want to keep multiple smaller cash accounts open in a country one isn't residing?? Thanks

Hi Richard is it possible you could list your price? If I’m not mistaken I hear you say a flat rate consultation fee? It sounds one shoe fits all? A person just wants to retire, or one want to work-digital nomad, or business? Simple or complex. Thank you for the info, and I’m sincerely seeking more info please! Thank you so much Richard. Alma

You are waaaaay too expensive for ordinary people, imho. Fortunately, my husband is French, & I’m an American lawyer, so we can figure things out for our likely move, but you aren’t a lawyer, so the service you offer requires the addition of a French lawyer to make it happen. I think you should publish your prices for every step you offer, from legal advice, obtaining a car, car insurance, health insurance, moving personal property over, home purchases, & rental leases. An à la carte menu, if you will, without any grey areas. Not everyone will need each service.

Hi Richard, will you be in Los Angeles area soon for a seminar? I'm interested to see you and your Team, as I'm planning to retire in Nice France, in the near future. Thanks

Thinking about the 90/180 rule again, I guess you would need to be out for 180 days if you're looking at a moving 180 window in the past. I'm considering a full-time move anyway and hope to connect with you during my exploratory trip.

I'm planning a one-month exploratory visit to France in the spring. In the meantime, would you mind clearing up the confusion of the 90/180 rule as some believe the 'stay out' period is 180 days, while others believe 90 days. I read the definition as a 90-day 'stay out' period because it satisfies the rolling, backward looking calendar of the 90/180 rule, bouncing in/out every 90 days. In other words, its a 90/180 rule, not a 90/270 rule. Thanks.

Really good information Richard. Thank you.

It's frustrating that the rules seem to change over time, but that's just one more reason to make sure to work with a professional team that understands the current bureaucratic expectations.

Lovely couple. I wish them the best time in France.

How did your kids handle leaving family and friends in America?

Finding a native French person/family that is willing to bring you into their home is a wonderful lucky opportunity.

I live in Scottsdale, Arizona and am planning on moving to Provence by this time next year. Scary and exciting! So much to deal with, especially alone. Great success to all of you.

Any hope for something like this for us USians?

Looks like a great presentation and a wonderful opportunity to talk to experts in different fields all in the same place.

Why the interview is cut short ?

The English speaking school sounds like a great transition for both parents and children. By the time the kids are high-school-aged, they should be more than ready to go to a French-speaking school.

You could get very good advice from you tube ( baguette bond ) a American family having the same experience than you in France ,i wish you good luck enjoy your new life in France

When are you planning to come to Los Angeles, Ca

Thanks to Les frenchies for recommending your agency. I have also an EU passport, and I’m sure the requirements of moving to France are different than with a US passport in terms of length of stay etc. Could you kindly enlighten me about this logistically? bank account, renting, moving? Cheers. Francis

Great interview. Jean-Marc seemed a bit surprised that there are Americans wanting to moving to France (and not from a tax advantage standpoint, LOL). I guess getting him to understand better work-life balance, less crime, more culture/history, higher quality food, affordable healthcare, etc is too much for a short interview.

I wonder what they are running away from in the USA.

Crazy how the “bar-tabac” is at the heart of so many villages social tissue. Almost public service.

Interesting interview. From what we have learned about various relocation firms, your service guarantee is a very important selling point. As my husband and I get closer to our retirement, we look forward to talking with Richard and likely engaging the services of FC-HCB.

To all those clutching their pearls…. It’s going to be OK… We are moving in January and actually we feel much safer world wide with the next administration coming on board January 20th… Things will be OK… just keep moving forward…. 😎

Great interview!! We are looking forward to the move January 2025… seems like six months away, but only 2… HCB is a Big help… 👍😎

Il parle vraiment français!

What a great interview! 😊

Very interesting video! I love the old lady's view of the world...good luck to her!

Great content and great production quality

What document is accepted as proof of adress. I hold french residence card more than a year and now doing an exchange in belgium but I need a car in belgium. I can only get a car from france with my papers and need to show proof of residence. What could be the proof?

And learn some basic French, out of respect

Sympa d'être appelé les Texans 😊

Looks like with the orange bufoon in, thousands of Americans think they can just show up here in Europe. I live in Berlin and far too many Americans have moved here and are not making themselves welcome. REfusing to assimilate or learn the language, driving up rental costs pushing locals out of their neighbourhoods, ruining local restaurants and pubs with their very loud, drunken behaviour. Young Americans do not seem to handle alcohol well. Probably because of the puritanical drinking laws in the US. Remember you are not ex-pats but immigrants and the US has just proved it is a nation full of morons. Leave your "exceptionalism" at home.

Thank you! I need to start this process

Bonjour! Our VLS-TS interview appointment is on December 2nd. We have been planning this for a while just waiting for our cond to sell. It did! Soon we'll be in Perpignan. Merci. Dean et Cindy

Loved Bordeaux when I visited a few months ago. Definitely considering moving abroad in the next few years. Thanks for your story and making things clearer on how I can make it happen.

The problem for me is that it is overwhelming to make this happen with all that needs to be done. Is there a service that can walk you through the process so someone can understand the costs, the documents etc needed, and the likelihood they will be approved. I am not retired yet, I have about 10 years to go so short of dipping into my retirement IRA, I would need some type of income (job) in the interim. My experience is that they won't hire you if you don't have specialized experience (Doctor, Lawyer, Scientist, etc).

Yes! That’s been my plan for the last year. But now with the election results, I’m, going to try to expedite it. I hear BNP Paribas have very high bank rates. Any truth to that?