News
How to compare and switch home insurance in France
10+ hour, 17+ min ago (609+ words) France has several price comparison websites covering a range of financial services Reader John Homfray recently contacted The Connexion to ask whether there was a French equivalent of the British comparison website Go Compare, where he could check prices for…...
Which regions pay the most for home insurance in France?
2+ week, 3+ day ago (633+ words) One region is bucking the trend for higher premiums linked to climate-related claims Home insurance is rising once more in 2026 for almost all regions, except one, with the national average price now totalling "202 per year, a 2% rise from last year....
Why your home insurance in France is likely to increase
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (934+ words) Home insurance rates in France are expected to continue rising due to the effects of climate change, a consumer association has warned. It comes after rates increased by 7% last year. The predicted increase is for between 8-11%, consumer association UFC-Que Choisir…...
Clay shrinkage cracks: financial help for homeowners in high-risk French regions
9+ mon, 4+ day ago (847+ words) Homeowners whose properties are impacted by clay shrinking and swelling can now benefit from government grants in 11 departments. The trial initiative will cover up to 90% of the costs of surveying homes and preventing damage, subject to household income levels. Officially,…...
UK home insurance hassle for Briton living in France
10+ mon, 4+ week ago (660+ words) A British woman from the Gard has described her post-Brexit difficulties with home insurance for a UK property as a French resident. Judi Christie, 62, who has a second home in Scotland, said her UK insurance brokers, Towergate, had informed her…...