The summer is fast fading and after a really hot spell temperatures have thankfully returned to normal again. But this is a hot issue of our newsletter, with plenty of advice and suggestions for you. It is sadly, the last newsletter to be distributed by our webmaster Doug Silk, and we thank Doug for his valued contribution to the Allez-Français team.

As part of our team, you are quite likely to speak to Hayley or Marcus Spain who work alongside us and live in the same village. They have hit the ground running and are notching up good levels of sales, but still with the Allez-Français ethos in mind.

Our main focus is always on property sales and this month we have a special mix of properties, with mills, lakes, chateaux, manors and other special houses featured below. We have also highlighted an important factor whether you are buying or selling an overseas property - the old chestnut currency! I am still amazed that many buyers still use their banks for these transactions. We now exclusively use Foremost Currency Group for our clients. We used to also use Foreign Currency Direct, but we have found that we can get a better service and better rates from FCG. Phone Adam Bobroff on 0800 781 0601 to find our more... and why this is the very best option for you moving currency.

At last we have our hands on a superb carp fishing business, with a couple more lakes available, but with no business operational. Following the “No going back” TV programme, carp fishing businesses have become mega business. Here is your chance to get ahead of the race for this lifestyle change.

PE264 - Fabulous carp fishing business. 130,000 €
PE188 - 2 houses plus a large fishing lake. 450,500 €
PI10160 - Carp lake, barn and village house. 110,000 €
M1785 - Stunning lake. 255,730 €

If you are planning a viewing visit soon, please book your time with us as soon as possible and have a look at www.dontforgetyourtoothbrush.com for tips on the definitive checklists for every possible holiday variation - from summer sun to winter sports, via camping, sightseeing and road-trips. You create a personalised list by ticking the boxes that apply to your holiday and printing the whole thing out. Another great idea is a website www.zagaz.com where you can search for the cheapest petrol/diesel in the area, visit www.zagaz.com/recherche.php?departement=79 to search the Deux-Sèvres.