Property
Rental Property Search
A safe address is not only a pre-requisite for a French visa, but it also gives you a place to call home while you get settled. We offer an exclusive France-wide rental property search service that complements our comprehensive relocation package. As part of this service, you also have exclusive access to our very own portfolio of 13 HCB-owned properties, ranging from cosy studio apartments to spacious country houses.
Property Consultancy
Founder and CEO, Richard Hammond, has an impressive property portfolio in both private and commercial rentals and is the person you want on your team when buying property in France. His deep understanding of the property market France-wide allows us to offer insights and opportunities that may not be readily available to others. We begin by helping you search for properties that match your criteria, whether you’re looking for a residential home, an investment property, or a vacation getaway. He will then help you to secure the best possible deal, while our notarial team coordinates all legal aspects of the process, ensuring that everything is compliant with French regulations.
Mortgage Set Up
At HCB Services Limited, we simplify the complex process of opening a bank account to apply for a mortgage which is specifically tailored to your needs. This specialist service involves introducing you to two trusted partner banking groups and preparing all the necessary documentation for the account setup, making the mortgage application process stress-free and fully compliant with all relevant regulations and requirements.
Renovation
Home Renovations by French Connections HCB is a proud member of the DDG Constructions Group LTD. Our qualified team provides you with a meticulously detailed building quote, tailored to the unique requirements of your project.
Our status as a fully licensed French construction company means that all work is safeguarded by the comprehensive 10-year French warranties and delivers the highest standards of quality and compliance, giving you peace of mind throughout your renovation journey.
Creating an SCI
A French SCI (Société Civile Immobilière) can offer several benefits for estate planning, especially when it comes to the transfer of real estate assets to your heirs.
This service advises you on how an SCI works, helps you set one up and puts you in touch with both our with our legal team and our Financial Planner.
Notarial Assistance
In France, you can’t buy a house without going through a Notary, which is why we work closely with our trusted partners at 186 Legal. Your notary will rigorously check all documents paperwork and clauses, and will advise you on the conditions of purchase you should put in place to protect yourself. He or she will also explain how French inheritance works when it comes to property, which is essential knowledge before you buy.