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Today the UK has voted to leave the European Union after 43 years in a historic referendum. In an extremely close result, Vote Leave has come out on top [52% / 48%].

So no more bleating on about 'In or Out' as we now know the direction, the details will follow in time no doubt but it is going to be a long road and very little will change for up to around 2 years, apart from politicians jobs of course.

We will keep posting news items in or "News in General" on where the country goes from here across the days, weeks and months ahead. Numerous speeches are expected from the government, Bank of England and the EU of course.

Apart from that it is business as usual if you are thinking about buying a Holiday Home or moving full time to France, just a bit more paperwork to do in the future [and we do that for you anyway] so all that means is a little more work for us and our agents on the ground but... hey, we are used to paperwork...

The Stocks and Shares and the Currency Markets have been hit as predicted, at the time of writing sterling has plunged 10% and 7% against the US dollar and euro respectively.

Today at 18:30 - £1.00 GBP = 1.2318 EUR

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The UK has voted to leave the European Union after 43 years in a historic referendum.

In an extremely close result, Vote Leave has come out on top [52% / 48%].

The details of where the country goes from here will be established across the days, weeks and months ahead.

Numerous speeches are expected from the government, Bank of England and probably the EU.

The main focus of this report is on currency rates. At the time of writing sterling has plunged 10% and 7% against the US dollar and euro respectively.

The currency markets are expected to be exceptionally volatile today and the pound is in free fall at the moment.

Friday 24th June at 08:45 - £1.00 GBP = 1.2366 EUR

For any clients wishing to receive quotes it's recommended you call in [020 7989 0000] rather than email.

Ben Amrany from FC Exchange follow this link or phone and ask for myself on 020 7989 0000.

Do you want more information ?

So if you need to buy or sell sterling and would like to be kept up to date with all the latest data releases and exchange rate movements then feel free to contact myself Ben Amrany. If you are buying or selling a house in France we will make sure your monies are in the right place at the right time, we work hand in hand with you and Cle France.

For more information on the currency service I can provide please feel free to contact myself...

Ben Amrany from FC Exchange follow this link or phone and ask for myself and quote "Cle France" on 020 7989 0000.

You may contact me directly using this form (click here) with your requirement and I will explain the options that are available to you in getting the best exchange rate.

Blog submitted by: Ben Amrany for The French Property Network - Cle France.

For everything you need to know about French property visit www.clefrance.co.uk

Historic Voting Starts!

Today is the historic day when the people of UK decide whether to remain part of the European Union. 

A study run by Natcen Social Research, which calculates the average figure of the last 6 polls says that 51% are in favour of remaining in the EU, whereas 49% are in favour of leaving. With there also being a large number of people still undecided, the outcome is very much far from certain.

As a result of this currency markets are expected to be extremely volatile over the next 48 hours. If you have any requirement for a currency exchange we could be looking at big swings in the rates.

To protect yourself against any currency moves it important to speak to Ben Amrany from FC Exchange follow this link or phone and ask for him and quote "Cle France" on 020 7989 0000.

Thursday 23rd June at 16:45 - £1.00 GBP = 1.3014 EUR

Brexit Currency Calculator

With the EU referendum fast approaching, the impact of 'Leave' or indeed 'Remain' in the EU has been much debated, including its impact on exchange rates, so we have developed a "Brexit Currency Calculator" that looks at the potential outcomes for the pound against some of the major currencies.

Try the Brexit Currency Calculator here.

The familiar George Soros also warned yesterday that British jobs and finances would be at risk if the country left the EU. He said that the pound would ‘decline precipitously’ in the event of a Brexit by around 15% and possibly more than 20% against the dollar. Going on the performance of the pound yesterday, this is not hard to believe.

One thing is certain, we can expect significant volatility before the referendum and after as the market struggles to price in this unique event.

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Friday 24th June – Close at 10pm

Saturday 25th June – Closed

Sunday 26th June – Closed

Monday 27th June – 6:00am – 10:00pm

Do you want more information ?

So if you need to buy or sell sterling and would like to be kept up to date with all the latest data releases and exchange rate movements then feel free to contact myself Ben Amrany. If you are buying or selling a house in France we will make sure your monies are in the right place at the right time, we work hand in hand with you and Cle France.

For more information on the currency service I can provide please feel free to contact myself...

Ben Amrany from FC Exchange follow this link or phone and ask for myself and quote "Cle France" on 020 7989 0000.

You may contact me directly using this form (click here) with your requirement and I will explain the options that are available to you in getting the best exchange rate.

Blog submitted by: Ben Amrany for The French Property Network - Cle France.

For everything you need to know about French property visit www.clefrance.co.uk

Many thanks, can't tell you how impressed I was with your agent in Lower Normandy, she was fantastic, she understood completely what we were looking for, and found many more properties for us. We had 2 packed sessions with her, and at least three of the ones she showed us will make our short list. So that was great.

The others were fab as well, you agent in the Cotentin Peninsula, he was super professional and fun. 

We have been looking for a while now, and "the best service we have had was with these Cle France French agents".

We have another day planned in Normandy on Friday and then a re-group, and then plan to try and re see our short list.

Huge thanks for all your work, I may be in touch again soon.

Tracy.

Sounds like exciting times for Tracy and lots of decisions to be made but she seems to have a good shortlist and we do have more property for sale in Lower Normandy than anybody else. Feels good to know that our agents on the ground are doing a super job and keeping Cle France clients happy and giving them the right houses that suit their criteria, YOU can reply on Cle France.

We will guide YOU through the French Property Buying Process!

And as several of our clients say "Follow your heart and make the move"!

My experience of purchasing a property in Couptrain with Cle France, was an adventurous step as well as a learning curve for me.

I received a really friendly and honest approach as well as patience with my continuous underlying concerns and enquiries, helpful guidance throughout the whole process of acquiring my property.

For each step of the way I was reassured and given reputable contacts for financial transactions, translators, insurance etc.

My French is not fluent so initially it was a bit daunting making a decision to buy out of my native country, France is a magical place and it's always been a dream to have a home there, so to have the expert and relaxed support and guidance from Cle France agency.

A big thank you to David, the wonderful Sharon especially, your currency partner (Finance bit) throughout the whole experience has made business a real pleasure, and highly recommend anyone thinking of buying, to consult here first for sincere professional, practical and invaluable advice regarding French property.

All the best and thank you once again... Helen X.

If you are looking to view and buy a property in France or at the early stages of researching about French Property and the buying process then you don't have to take our word for it, just read the hundreds of comments on our website from satisfied Cle France clients.

Helen bought a house in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, let Cle France guide YOU through the French Property Buying Process!

And as several of our clients say "Follow your heart and make the move"