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Why call on a real estate hunter?

Save time
No more evenings spent on Le Bon Coin trying to get a visit for an already expired ad. Delegate your search to a real estate hunter and save time, energy... and serenity.

Take advantage of expertise
Our apartment hunters find the apartment of your dreams for you, estimate the real price of the property and negotiate the best price.

Access the entire real estate market
Our hunters have a network of partners allowing them to access off-market and exclusive goods, which you would never have had access to without them.
Our customers recommend us
We are recognized for our availability, our responsiveness and our professionalism. We have several success stories of customers who have found their rental in one week and in two visits the property to buy of their dream.
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Renting or buying in France from abroad is easy with Mecaza
Here are all our tips for buying or renting real estate in France from abroad.
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Call on a Real estate hunter is an ideal solution for expatriates Wishing to invest In theFrench real estate. This dedicated personal assistant accompanies you throughout your real estate project, from the selection of the goods to the signing of the act Authentic for sale.
It saves you time by managing the procedures remotely and by ensuring that the goods correspond to your criteria, whether it is a main residence, of a second home or an investment in furnished rental. In addition, we can put you in contact with trusted professionals: broker, construction, notary, architect.To learn more about why you should hire a hunter, read this article.
Here is why you must go through a real estate hunter to rent or buy a property in France:
- Time saver : The hunter takes care of all the steps, from looking for properties to making contact with the owners, saving you unnecessary back and forth.
- Privileged access : Real estate hunters often have access to exclusive and off-market offers, which increases your chances of finding a property quickly, even in a real estate market tense.
- Optimized folder : They help you prepare a solid case with your French source income or foreigners, your tax residence and your guarantees, increasing your chances of being accepted by the owners.
- Flexibility : Whether you are looking for a furnished rental for a short stay or a empty location for a sustainable installation, the hunter adapts his research to your needs.
- Less stress: The hunter visits for you, provides detailed reports and guides you through to signing the lease.
Our rental hunting service is composed of two parts:
- Administrative fees, which allow the mission to be launched and cover the framework, coaching and initial organization.
- Successful fees, paid only if you sign a lease for a home found through Mecaza.
We offer three rental options according to your level of autonomy for visits:
- Relocation: €999, a real estate hunter accompanies you from A to Z to source, schedule visits, provide advice and help you sign the apartment of your dreams quickly. The price includes €400 in administrative fees to be paid to launch the mission then €599 when the lease is signed. The duration of the support is 2 months.
- Premium: €1,600, including the standard offer and it is your hunter who makes the visits. The price includes €700 in administrative fees to be paid to launch the mission then €900 when the lease is signed. The duration of the support is 4 months.
- VIP: €1,800, including the premium offer and our hunters carry out the inventory and hand over the keys. Great for people who don't live on site. The price includes €800 in administrative fees to be paid to launch the mission then €1000 when the lease is signed. The duration of the support is 4 months.
Our prices for buying and selling:
- Simple mandate: 3.5% of the purchase price and starting from €9,900.
- Exclusive mandate: 2.5% of the purchase price and starting at €7,900.
- Buy new: 0%, the fees are free because we are paid by the promoter you have chosen.
To rent a property in France while living abroad, it is essential to prepare your file well. Les French source income or foreigners must be justified, as well as your tax residence. Homeowners often ask for guarantees such as a employment contract stable or a guarantor based in France. The choice of type of rental (for example, empty location or furnished rental) will also have an impact on your file.
If you are not French, you can rent a property in France but it can be more difficult, here is a complete article on the subject.
As an expatriate, you can opt for various rental types, like a empty location Or a furnished rental. One furnished rental offers more flexibility, especially for temporary stays, while a empty location is ideal for those looking for a more stable residence. These choices also have implications for the Renter status And the tax regime applicable.
For Put on rent a property in France to an expatriate, owners generally ask:
- A copy of your employment contract,
- A proof of your tax residence,
- Proofs of your French source income or foreigners,
- A guarantor's certificate (often required if your income is foreign).
These documents are required to secure the Leasing and guarantee that your application will be accepted.
Yes, the guarantees for expatriates may be more stringent. Landlords often seek additional guarantees for renters living abroad. This includes a guarantor based in France, a higher bond, or solid evidence of rental income stable. These criteria are particularly important for non-professional furnished rentals or empty rentals.
Get a Real estate credit being a non-resident is possible thanks to some French banks specialists who agree to finance expatriates or foreigners investing in France. You will need to provide supporting documents such as a employment contract, information about your country of residence, and your latest reviews ofincome tax. A good case is essential to convince a Bank that accepts to finance your purchase, taking into account the various tax regimes and the rules specific toEuropean Union, if applicable.
Investing inFrench real estate requires compliance with very specific procedures. You will have to sign a compromise or an act Authentic for sale, check the conformity of the local contract, and possibly call on a notary. If you are planning to rent, find out about the rules of furnished rental and the tax implications in your country of residence. These steps are essential to secure your real estate project.
Expatriates or foreigners Wishing to invest In theFrench real estate can take advantage of different tax regimes. For example, in the case of a rental investment such as a furnished rental, it is possible to benefit from specific devices to reduce your income tax. Tax particularities also depend on your country of residence and bilateral agreements with France. Hiring an expert will help you maximize your benefits while respecting the rules.
Find your ideal property in less than 2 months
More than 850 tenants and buyers have trusted Mecaza since 2021 to find their ideal property, why not you?

We support you from A to Z
Project definition
Access to the entire real estate market
The valuation of the selected goods
Scheduling visits
Optimized negotiation and financing
Securing the purchase
Let's discuss your project and meet your hunter
Make an appointment to define your criteria, your budget and check the feasibility of your real estate project. Then, within 48 hours, we assign you a dedicated hunter anchored in your geographical area.
Access to the entire real estate market
Your real estate hunter mobilizes his network of agencies, developers and private owners. You save time, access hidden opportunities and maximize your chances of finding the ideal property.
Estimation of the real prices of the selected goods
Each property selected is analyzed: its real value on the market, its resale potential and the cost of any work. You get a clear vision to decide and avoid unpleasant surprises.
Scheduling visits
Your hunter organizes and carries out the visits. He asks the right questions to give you a rational account of the apartment and not give in to the crush without seeing the flaws.
Optimized negotiation and financing
Your hunter defends your interests to get the best price. It supports you in financial arrangements thanks to its network of brokers.
Securing the purchase and beyond
From the signing of the compromise to the authentic act at the notary, he ensures that each step takes place without a hitch. Verification of official documents (AG minutes, diagnostics, DPE), estimation of possible work and analysis of co-ownership permits: everything is screened. You respect your deadlines calmly, knowing that your purchase is secure.