French Homeowners Overpaying Taxes | France News

France News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 2m

French homeowners are overpaying property taxes by hundreds of euros a year because outdated rental value assessments—sometimes decades old—are still being used. Eighty-seven percent of reviewed cases showed overpayment, with errors stemming from unupdated property records and misleading calculations like adding “fictitious” square meters for bathrooms or showers. Garden spaces have even been mistakenly counted as built area. You can challenge the assessment using official documents or free simulators, potentially reclaiming taxes for up to six years—if you have solid proof. If denied, appeal…