Category: Expat

  • Living in France as a Retired Expat: What Daily Life Feels Like

    Living in France as a Retired Expat: What Daily Life Feels Like

    When I began researching about living in France, I approached it the way many people do when thinking about retirement. I looked at location, size, access to art and music, walkability and whether I could comfortably live without a car. Affordability mattered too. Annecy checked all the practical boxes, and…

  • Buying a Car in France as an Expat: Step-by-Step Guide

    Buying a Car in France as an Expat: Step-by-Step Guide

    Buying a car in France can feel intimidating at first especially as an expat, but it’s a very doable process once you know the steps. From paperwork to insurance, inspection, and even alternative ways to buy a car. Here’s everything I learned when I purchased my used car a few…