France Made Simple
Episodes
Working with a Financial planner in France
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 1 of our mini series! It’s all about money and getting your finances sorted out so that you can relax and really enjoy your life ...
Finding everything you need online in France
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at all the best sites for online shopping in France. Whether you are after clothing, DIY materials, electrical items, books or vintage ...
Are you moving to France from the UK? Don’t miss this free webinar!
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a really short one just to give you a heads up about the webinar I am doing on the 17th of October (which is also my birthday!); you’ll be a...
Cross channel shopping!
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a quick look at the post Brexit changes that you need to factor in when buying items from the UK or posting gifts across the channel. Listen n...
How to have a happy life in France
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I share my thoughts (and opinions!) on what we all need to do when moving overseas to ensure that we live a happy and fulfilling life - wherever that ...
Making your euros go further !
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at all the things you can do (big and small!) to reduce your outgoings on your French property and enable you to maximise your spending...
Prepping your French property for winter
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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!
Outdoor living
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How to add extra outdoor living space to your French property for alfresco wining and dining! Given the increasingly volatile weather we are getting t...
Do you know your SAMU from your SMUR?
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For new arrivals who are already struggling to get to grips with the language, the wide range of French acronyms that are in use on a daily bais, can ...
DIY at the Chateau !
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We chat to Julia McKeivoir (as seen on C4’s Chateau DIY) about buying and renovating a massive 1790’s chateau in the south west of France. A must ...
Splish, splash, splosh!
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All you need to know when it comes to installing a pool in France! We look at where to site it, the type to choose, essential safety considerations an...
How do I buy a car in France?
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We run though all the administrative procedures (and yes, there are quite a few…!) and discuss all the things you need to think about before signing...
Behind the scenes with Benji Lewis!
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Interior designer Benji Lewis tells us what he loves about the Les Landes region is the south west of France, reveals how he ended up here and gives h...
What’s happening in the French Property Market right now…!
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with Sheelagh Gorman who’s the co-owner of Agence Newton and pick her brains on buying property in France! Sheelagh explains what potent...
One for the ladies!
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the differences between France and the UK when it comes to female healthcare and what you need to know when visiting the gynaecologi...
Moving To France - The Ultimate Guide Part 1
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Visas - Your Questions Answered!
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Visa and relocation guru Fabien from Fab French Insurance https://www.fabfrenchinsurance.com/ joins us to answer listeners questions on the tricky sub...
Moving to France - The Ultimate Guide Part 3
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 provid...
Moving to France - The Ultimate Guide Part 2
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Making friends in France
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Just get the pineapple yoghurts!
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Something a bit different ! A look at how making time for yourself can help you enjoy your life in France.
L’Écurie
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with the people behind a really great community centre in Normandy and reveal how you can get involved. ...
Time saving tips for life in France
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 fre...
Spend less and live more!
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We look at all the ways you can shave costs and reduce your outgoings! From energy saving measures - https://www.economie.gouv.fr/particuliers/prime-r...
France Made Simple
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Survive France’s Catharine Higginson explains why she moved to France and why you should too!
Making a living
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some of the ways you can generate an income in France and take an in depth look at running gîtes.
Earning a living
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We answer listeners questions about employment and self-employment and look at working for an overseas employer whilst living in la belle France! Find...
Where should we buy?
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
France is a huge country and deciding where to buy a property can be a difficult decision to make! Cat explains all the factors you need to take into ...
Becoming an Entrepreneur.
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting your own business in France is simple as long as you know how! We look at the start up procedure and possible pitfalls. You can register as a...
Car Insurance
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A quick overview of how French car insurance works with Nannie from Fab French Insurance
All about healthcare
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We chat to healthcare specialist Marieanne from Fab French Insurance who has some very useful information to impart and explains how reimbursements ac...
It’s all about pensions!
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We catch up with pensions advisor David Lawson who runs through just some of the things you need to know if you are planning for a happy retirement! ...
Getting a visa
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk to our favourite French insurance expert - Fabien Pelissier -about getting a visa which you will need if you want to move to France on a perma...
Finding a property!
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We talk through the various choices buyers have from buying privately to using agents.
What Living In A French Household Has Taught Me!
01 Jan 1970
Contributed by Lukas
This is a light hearted look at just some of the things that I’ve learned the French do (and talk about!) over the last 12 months.I’m sure there w...