Building in Nice

Living in France as a Retiree: Part 3: Taxes and Succession

Don’t miss Part 1 and Part 2 of this series on Living in France as a Retiree France has rather rigid laws, especially when it comes to taxation and succession. They are also quite unclear. Disclaimer: I am not an … Continue reading

Coming down Mont Boron in Nice

Living in France as a Retiree: Part 2: Health Insurance, Medical Care, and Nursing Homes

Don’t miss Part 1 of this series on Living in France as a Retiree Health Insurance When you first apply for your long-stay visa for your first year in France, you are required to prove that you have health insurance. … Continue reading

View of Nice

Living in France as a Retiree: Part 1: Participating in Daily Life in France

In two previous TAIP posts (here and here), I explained all the steps needed to start a life in France as a retiree. In the next three posts, I will explain what you need to take into consideration… very carefully. … Continue reading

Place Garibaldi in Nice

Adventures and Misadventures in Renovating an Apartment in Nice, France

After trying for several months to find a long-term rental apartment in Nice (a losing proposition for various reasons), we decided to bite the bullet and purchase our home. We enjoyed living in Nice, having hopped from a Home Exchange … Continue reading