Frequently asked questions about Immobilier

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I disagree with my lessor who is not carrying out the work for which he is legally responsible. I want to deposit the rent at the deposit and consignment fund. Is it possible?

Yes but… . You cannot decide yourself to block the payment of rents. If no amicable solution has been found with your lessor, the consignment of rents (excluding charges) may be requested before the court, pending the settlement of the dispute. Once obtained, you must complete a file with the…
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Six years ago, we bought a parking space with my friend. He paid 40% of the amount and I paid 60%. We are reselling it today for 27,000 euros. The notary tells me that I will be the only one to be taxed on the capital gain which is realized (...)

... Is this normal? Yes . If in principle the capital gains made on the sale of real estate are taxed, there are exceptions, in particular when the sale price is less than 15,000 euros (art. 150 U, 6° CGI). If this property is held in joint ownership, this threshold…
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I am in joint possession with my sister on a house. We signed a sales agreement with a buyer. My sister wants me to collect the full price. Is she still required to come and sign the deed of sale?

Yes. The notary responsible for drawing up the deed of sale must obtain the consent to the sale of all the joint owners. As regards the breakdown of the sale price by the notary, it is made in proportion to your respective joint rights. Note : if your sister decides…
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I acquired an apartment located in a co-ownership 1 year ago. My seller had been using the adjoining garden, which is a common part, for 29 years. Can I argue for this 30-year-old use (29 years for my seller and 1 year for me) to become the owner ...

... of the garden? Non. Les juges autorisent l’acquisition par un copropriétaire d’une partie commune par l'effet de sa possession lorsque toutes les conditions sont réunies, notamment le fait de se comporter comme le propriétaire du bien depuis au moins 30 ans ( Cass. Civ.3e, 11 juill. 2019, n°18-17-771). En…
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