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Working as a freelancer in France is a popular choice for many expats, but it involves visas, business registration and taxes – Fabien Pelissier explains more

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After 25 years of dreaming of finding a place in France, Christina and David Laycock finally found their ‘little corner of French paradise’ in the Dordogne

Owning a holiday home offers the chance of a hideaway haven, where you can reconnect with the natural world and boost your wellbeing

The timeless appeal of France’s bastides means they remain a popular choice with househunters – as Saskia Vlaskamp says, who doesn’t want a croissant with a view?

From a home-based role for school runs to part-time hours to fit in with studies, here’s how to find work that fits your life