Investment Taxes Set to Rise as France Increases Social Charges

Investment Taxes Set to Rise as France Increases Social Charges

Higher CSG on capital income will push flat tax rates up in 2026, says Daniel Butcher of DTB Wealth Management France has adopted the Social Security Financing Bill (PLFSS) for 2026, which increases the CSG (Contribution Sociale Généralisée) rate on capital income...
Enrich Your Succession Planning with the Power of Split Ownership

Enrich Your Succession Planning with the Power of Split Ownership

Démembrement and the contrat de capitalisation can significantly reduce inheritance tax, says Daniel Butcher of DTB Wealth Management Once you reach 70 in France, the way assets are structured determines how much heirs ultimately receive. One of the most effective...
Why Playing It Safe With a Livret A Could Cost You in the Long Run

Why Playing It Safe With a Livret A Could Cost You in the Long Run

Layering savings and investments strategically around your life’s needs can overcome inheritance concerns and result in financial freedom, says Daniel Butcher There are plenty of savings and investment options available in France. Some are short-term and safe, others...
New Will Drafting Service Helps Expats Avoid Inheritance Woes

New Will Drafting Service Helps Expats Avoid Inheritance Woes

DTB Wealth Management launched a new inheritance service to take the pain out of bilingual will writing for British expats living in France. British married expats living in France face particular challenges when it comes to inheritance – particularly those who have...
Understand the tax implications of selling a UK property from France

Understand the tax implications of selling a UK property from France

Daniel Butcher, a financial specialist for expats in France and founder of DTB Wealth Management, reviews the tax rules expats resident in France selling a home in the United Kingdom must follow. “It is important to be aware of the tax obligations surrounding capital...
Product Spotlight: Groupement Forestier

Product Spotlight: Groupement Forestier

An investment to bypass France’s 60% inheritance tax  Founded in 1954, the Groupment Forestier preserves forests in France and Europe. It comprises two categories: the Groupement Foncier Forestier (GFF), which prevents the dismantling of...