by Liz O Dell | Apr 29, 2025 | House Search, Kids, Relocation Management
Deciding where to live in Paris with a family is one of the most unexpectedly difficult aspects of a relocation. You want somewhere thats classically Parisian, but not touristy. An area thats quiet, but still has a vibrant community, and of course, it has to have...
by Liz O Dell | Apr 3, 2025 | French Administration, House Search, Immigration, Relocation Management
Who doesn’t dream of retiring in France and living the good life? Michael certainly did! Michael moved to Saint-Germain-en-Laye last October (2024) with the help of Your Friend in Paris. 6 months after his move Justyna Simmons, our co-founder and CEO, sat down...
by Liz O Dell | Mar 6, 2025 | French Administration, House Search, Immigration, Relocation Management
Retiring in Paris comes with a lot of planning, and a lot of questions. How do I start planning my retirement abroad? How will I adjust once I arrive? Is this the right choice for me? We wanted to help answer those questions, and decided to enlist the help of someone...
by Liz O Dell | Feb 6, 2025 | Relocation Management
Moving to a new country always comes with a unique set of challenges, some are expected, but many are not. Once the dust settles and you’ve finally arrived in Paris, you may find yourself facing one last surprise challenge- How do I make friends here? Luckily...
by Liz O Dell | Dec 5, 2024 | Relocation Management
You did it! You followed your dreams and are finally living in Paris… But now what? Cultural differences, unfamiliar surroundings, and the reality of living in a foreign country can suddenly become much more intimidating once you start to settle in. No need to...
