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Renovating in France - French Reno Diaries UNCENSORED is your honest, no-fluff guide to buying and renovating French property - and living to tell the tale!

Whether you're a first-time buyer dreaming of doing up a rural French ruin, a seasoned renovator deep in the dust and chaos, or an entrepreneur planning to turn your French property into a gîte, chambre d'hôtes, wedding venue or retreat - you'... more

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French chateau renovation is a *thing* - and in many cases, filming it for YouTube is too. On the surface, it looks like the dream lifestyle. But is it?

In this episode, Rosie and Sue meet Morgan Lawley, an American entrepreneur, former music video ... more

Thinking about buying a property in France and turning it into a business, such as a chambre d'hôtes, gîte complex, wedding venue or retreat centre?

In this episode, we hear from Lisa Clapisson, a former French accountant turned business consultant ... more

Ever wondered why your beautifully renovated French property isn't getting the rental return you expected? Or why sourcing affordable decor in France feels so much harder than it should?

Brittany-based, American-born interior architect Christina Rou... more

Thinking of buying a renovation property in France? Before you fall in love with a ruin on the internet, you might want to hear what someone who's been selling French property for 40 years has to say.

Dan Newton - director and co-founder of Agence N... more

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Morgan Lawley
Content creator, entrepreneur and chateau owner
GoGo Chateau
Episode: Is buying a chateau in France really worth it? The good, the bad and the ugly truth, with GoGo Chateau's Morgan Lawley
Lisa Clappison
Former French accountant turned business consultant who helps people set up and run businesses in France
Independent consultant
Episode: Before you turn your French renovation into a business - the taxes, the costs and the exit strategy, with Lisa Clapisson
Christina Rougerie
American-born interior architect and designer based in Brittany, France
Independent designer/architect
Episode: How to design and decorate your French renovation - without wasting money, with Christina Rougerie
Dan Newton
English-French estate agent extraordinaire, director and co-founder of Agence Newton
Agence Newton
Episode: Don't buy that French ruin until you've listened to this — with veteran estate agent Dan Newton

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Rosie Ellis
Co-hosts and one of three hosts running trade-related businesses in France; brings hands-on renovation and operational experience.
Micala Wilkins
Co-host with practical background in renovation projects and managing client relations in France.
Sue Peake-Russell
Co-host with extensive experience in running and advising on renovation projects in France; contributes regulatory and budgeting insights.

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Before you turn your French renovation into a business - the taxes, the costs and the exit strategy, with Lisa Clapisson
Q: Is it better to renovate first and worry about paperwork later?
No—having a solid business plan and structure in place before significant investment is essential to avoid costly missteps and to ensure the project aligns with regulatory and tax requirements.
Don't buy that French ruin until you've listened to this — with veteran estate agent Dan Newton
Q: What are the main pitfalls for buyers coming from abroad when engaging in the French buying process?
The process is heavily regulated and documents are required from day one, which can be intimidating but reduces risk; use licensed agents who can guide you through clauses and due diligence; beware that some private or 'property finder' setups are not fully licensed and may not protect you as a buyer; and always ensure contracts include clauses for financing, planning, and neighbor issues.
Don't buy that French ruin until you've listened to this — with veteran estate agent Dan Newton
Q: Dan, thanks for joining us today. What would be your five bullet points for people wanting to buy property here?
Think about where you want to be first, then find the right house there; avoid buying purely from online pictures; focus on location as a driver for rental demand; check the roof and structural integrity early; and insist on detailed, upfront questions with the agent about plans and potential local issues such as future developments.
Planning a dream, not a nightmare: Everything you need to know about planning permits before renovating in France!
Q: If they refuse the declaration and you still went ahead and did it, how do people in these kinds of offices know that you've done what you shouldn't be doing?
By submitting the declaration, you've alerted the Bâtiments de France to your property.
Planning a dream, not a nightmare: Everything you need to know about planning permits before renovating in France!
Q: Can an English speaker access the PLU via a French government website?
You can look on Service Publique Point Affair, or check your local Mary's website.

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A candid, practical take on renovating property in France, with three women running family-owned trade businesses sharing real-world experiences—from negotiating planning permissions and building regulations to evaluating insurance, budgeting, and the realities of DIY versus professional work. Episodes blend actionable advice on planning permits, local regulations (including PLU and historical buildings considerations), and risk awareness with personal anecdotes about client communication, pricing dynamics, and navigating bureaucratic hurdles. The hosts also lean into the human side of trades—pricing transparency, the value of trust, and how social media shapes client expectations—all tempered by humor, resilience, and a clearly supportive,... more

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