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    Corsica property guides & market insight

    Practical, no-nonsense guides for international buyers and owners in Corsica — written by the negotiators who work the island every day.

    Corse TV, a platform for reports and documentaries about Corsica
    Corsican culture

    Corse TV: the platform bringing the island’s audiovisual memory together

    More than 7,100 reports and documentaries, 25 themes and exploration by territory: Corse TV opens a new gateway to the island’s filmed memory.

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    Inherited stone family house in Corsica
    Inheritance

    Selling an Inherited House in Corsica: Resolving Indivision Without Conflict

    Inheriting a family home in Corsica with others is common. Selling without falling out is possible: methodology, timelines, tax, and solutions for exiting joint ownership.

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    Apartment with swimming pool for holiday rental in Porto-Vecchio
    Investment

    Buying an apartment in Porto-Vecchio for holiday rentals: the real profitability

    A one-bedroom with sea view, a studio near the harbour, or a villa with a pool: what do holiday rentals in Porto-Vecchio really earn once costs and regulations are factored in?

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    Renovated interior of a stone house in Corsica
    Renovation

    Renovating a stone house or a 'bergerie' in Corsica: 2026 costs and grants

    The dream: a granite shepherd’s hut facing the Aiguilles de Bavella. The reality: a construction budget to master. Price ranges, financial aid and pitfalls to avoid.

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    Second home with a sea view in Corse
    Taxation

    Second homes in Corse: Council Tax, Capital Gains, and 2026 Taxes Explained

    Before buying your seaside getaway, understand the real tax costs: increased council tax in certain municipalities, resale capital gains, and IFI. A complete summary.

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    Building plot with views of the Corsican mountains
    Purchase

    Building plots in Corsica: where to buy, at what price, and the 7 traps to avoid

    Sea views in Sainte-Lucie or the eastern plain: the price of building plots in Corsica can vary fivefold. Essential checks to carry out before signing at the notary.

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    Prestigious villa for life annuity sale in Southern Corsica
    Viager

    Life Annuity (Viager) in Corsica: 2026 Complete Guide (Seller & Buyer)

    The 'viager' (life annuity) market is experiencing a remarkable boom in Corsica. A complete breakdown of how it works, tax advantages, and opportunities on the Isle of Beauty.

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    Real estate OBO wealth strategy in Corsica
    Wealth Management Strategy

    Real estate OBO in Corsica: selling to your own SCI without losing your assets

    OBO (Owner Buy Out) is the little-known wealth management strategy allowing Corsican owners to unlock cash without selling. A breakdown of the process.

    8 minRead the guide
    Profitable property investment in South Corsica
    Investment

    Investing in South Corsica in 2026: Top 5 Profitable Towns

    Porto-Vecchio, Bonifacio, Ajaccio… Which town should you choose for a profitable property investment in South Corsica? Our 2026 analysis.

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    Professional real estate valuation in Corsica
    Valuation

    How to accurately value property in Corsica in 2026?

    An accurate valuation is the key to a successful sale in Corsica. Discover the methods used by professionals and our local benchmarks by municipality.

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    Selling a property quickly in Corsica
    Sell

    Selling Fast in Corsica: 7 Levers to Close in Under 3 Months

    The average time to sell in Corsica is 95 days. With the right strategy, this can be halved. Discover our 7 proven levers.

    6 minRead the guide
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