Jessie Kanelos Weiner: From Au Pair to Vogue in Paris
For many people dreaming of moving to France, Paris represents the ultimate goal: a city of culture, creativity, and opportunity. But behind that image lies a very different reality, one that is often less polished, more challenging, and ultimately far more rewarding for those willing to commit to it fully. Jessie’s story captures that contrast […]
Why Molly J. Wilk Moved to Paris for Pastry
For many people considering a move to France, the idea starts with lifestyle: better food, a slower pace, a more balanced way of living. But for others, it goes much deeper. It becomes about changing direction entirely, stepping away from a structured career path and building something new in a completely different environment. Molly’s journey […]
Cracking the Code: How to Buy Property in France Without the Stress
Buying property in France often starts with a simple idea: find a beautiful home, make an offer, and start your new life. In reality, the French property system follows its own rules, timelines, and logic, and that’s where many international buyers get caught off guard. In this one-hour session, FAB sits down with property expert […]
Working in France: Alex on Paris Myths vs Reality
Moving to France to build your career can feel exciting, especially if Paris is your destination. But while the idea of working in Paris often comes with glamour and lifestyle expectations, the professional reality is more structured, more formal, and more regulated than many internationals anticipate. In this interview, Alex shares her experience of moving […]
Teaching in Paris After a Visa Denial: Jenna’s Journey
For many expats, the idea of moving to France starts as a dream. A dream of living in Paris, building a career abroad, and experiencing life in one of the world’s most iconic cities. But as anyone who has navigated French administration knows, the path to living and working in France is rarely straightforward. Jenna’s […]
Lucille on France vs USA: “Can-Do” vs “Prove It”
Moving to France isn’t just about changing country, it’s about adjusting to a completely different mindset. For many Americans (and other internationals), the contrast between life in France and the United States can feel subtle at first, then deeply transformative. In this interview, cultural connector and founder of a Franco-American community reflects on the realities […]
Driving in France as an Expat: What You Need to Know About Licences, Car Import & Buying a Vehicle
Planning a move to France often starts with a simple assumption: you’ll keep driving the same way you always have, just on French roads. In reality, licences, car registration, imports, and insurance in France follow specific rules that can quickly become overwhelming if you’re not prepared. In this one-hour session, Fabien, relocation expert at FAB […]
France vs USA: Cost & Lifestyle by Adrian Leeds
For many Americans dreaming of life in France, the comparison with the United States often starts with numbers: housing prices, taxes, healthcare costs, or exchange rates. But as anyone who has actually made the move will tell you, the real difference goes far deeper than spreadsheets. After decades of living in France and helping Americans […]
Ben Explains: The Truth About Buying a French Château
Buying a château in France is one of the most powerful fantasies driving people to relocate abroad. Stone towers, sweeping staircases, hectares of land and a slower rhythm of life all feed the dream. But behind the Instagram-perfect images lies a far more complex reality, one that requires preparation, capital, patience and the right support. […]
Replay: Live Webinar – Business & Remote Work in France Demystified
Planning a move to France often starts with a simple idea: keep working the same way, just from a nicer place. In reality, business and remote work in France are governed by rules that can catch even well-prepared internationals off guard. In this one-hour session, Fabien, relocation expert at FAB Expat, is joined by Loïc […]