# Before you turn your French renovation into a business - the taxes, the costs and the exit strategy, with Lisa Clapisson

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Published: 2026-06-16T08:59:20+00:00
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## Resource

Thinking about buying a property in France and turning it into a business, such as a chambre d'hôtes, gîte complex, wedding venue or retreat centre? In this episode, we hear from Lisa Clapisson, a former French accountant turned business consultant who's spent years helping people navigate the reality of starting a business in France For a detailed summary of the episode, along with a mini glossary of terms used in the show, head to the French Reno Diaries website and look for episode #19. What we talk about: The biggest mistake people make when buying property in France for business Why running a gîte business isn't as easy as it used to be Why running a business as a 'micro entreprise' is often a very bad idea Why running a property-based business in France works better as secondary income The retreat business model and why renting a venue might be wiser The Capital gains tax implications of running a business from your main residence The importance of planning an exit strategy for your business Renovation tax deductions in France - and why artisan invoices are essential SCI, SARL, holding companies - choosing the right status for your business The most common myth about running a business in France 🎁 Exclusive special offer for French Reno Diaries listeners: Haute Gamme Fenêtre is offering a 7% discount to the first customers who order made-to-measure replacement windows and/or doors through either S.R. Charpenterie (Sue's company, based in the Gers) or Maison Bretagne (Rosie's company, in Brittany). Quote FRENCHRENO7 when you get in touch. Resources mentioned: Lisa Clapisson - contact Lisa via her website www.abcaccounting.fr, and get free advice from Lisa on her YouTube channel and Facebook page Chic et Unique Events - Sue and her business partner, Louisa's weddin…

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