Make living in Biarritz a reality

 

Select concierge services to ease your move

 

Our Concierge Services

Moving abroad takes many steps and a lot of preparation. The following is a list of services we can help you complete.

This list is comprised of services we have provided to previous clients and is not exhaustive. If there is something you believe we could help you with that is not here, feel free to email nicole.gaines@liveinbiarritz.com.

Starting Strong

In the beginning of your purchasing process:

  • Assess your lifestyle & give you a list of neighborhoods and/or towns that would fit your needs.

  • Give you current market research and knowledge as to what is available/will be available in various neighborhoods in Biarritz.

  • Provide you with information on special international loans that can enjoy the low French mortgage rates.

  • Discover each of the neighborhoods together, in person, so that you can make the best decision in which part of Biarritz to buy your home.

Managing the move

In the middle of your purchasing process:

  • Send you emails of carefully selected homes based on your criteria.

  • Schedule appointments to view the homes or for us to give you a in real time Facetime visit if you are unable to make it to Biarritz.

  • Research construction permits around the home you are considering to ensure there are no surprises.

  • Receive and explain disclosures to you.

  • Provide support in giving you a timeline of what to expect and tips to make the process easier.

  • Provide recommendations for notaries, banks, architects, etc.

Finalizing your life in Biarritz

At the end of your purchasing process:

  • Correspond with your utilities providers (Water, electricity, gas) to ensure that you will have all these contracts in your name and functioning.

  • Provide you with referrals to English speaking medical providers and pharmacies in Biarritz and the surrounding area.

  • Walk you through what to expect at the prefecture for visa affairs.

  • Explain the process for receiving your Carte Vital and prepare you for which documents to bring.


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