French Notaires Push Gift Tax Cut | France News

France News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 15, 2026 · 1m

French notaires are urging a major tax overhaul to slash gift taxes on family wealth transfers by half, targeting gifts up to 552,324 euros for givers under 75 — aiming to empower younger generations to buy homes or start businesses earlier, when those assets matter most. They argue current rates discourage timely transfers, locking wealth in place until heirs are already established — often too late to make a real difference. This isn’t about eliminating allowances, but making taxation work as a catalyst for intergenerational mobility, not a barrier. While still just a recommendation, it’s…