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EPISODE · May 24, 2026 · 1H 5M

Getting a French Mortgage as Americans and Buying an Apartment in Nice Sight Unseen

from Join Us in France Travel Podcast · host Annie Sargent

Antoine and Annie Ksadzhikyan bought an apartment in Nice, France, without ever seeing it in person. They did it from Los Angeles, over FaceTime, and they have zero regrets. Annie Sargent talks with them about finding the right neighborhood, making an offer in two hours, and securing a French mortgage as Americans — no small feat. You'll also hear what daily life looks like when you split your time between LA and the Côte d'Azur. In the magazine segment, Annie shares hard-won tips from a two-week road trip through France on making the most of your time as a visitor. Hit play. Then subscribe so you never miss an episode. Table of Contents for this Episode Today on the podcast: Buying an Apartment in Nice Sight Unseen and Getting a French Mortgage as Americans Magazine segment Meet Antoine and Annie Why Nice Became the Dream Cold Emails to Agencies Pandemic Pause and Persistence Choosing Carré d'Or Location FaceTime Tours and The Offer Negotiating Terms and Acceptance Remote Closing and Loan Hunt France vs US Buying Process Notaire Power of Attorney Trusting a Sight Unseen Purchase Living Between Two Countries Why Nice Has Everything Finding Promenade du Paillon Why Nice Keeps Improving First Day Rituals in Nice Beach Clubs and Market Days Europe vs US Lifestyle Making Friends and Expat Groups Favorite Riviera Villages Driving North and Parking Tips Buying Property Paperwork French Loans Income and Age Booking Flights Without Hacks To Rent or Keep It Private Living Two Lives Abroad Patron Thanks And Perks Thank you, patrons Planning Around Closures Ideal Daily Touring Rhythm How Long To Stay Trustworthy Travel Advice Tickets Lines And Timing Time Estimates For Visits VoiceMap Tours And Future Plans Newsletter Credits And Episode 600 Next week on the podcast Copyright More episodes about moving to France  

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