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Update on short-term rental regulations in NiceAs of today, May 1st, the application system for short-term rental permis...
01/05/2026

Update on short-term rental regulations in Nice

As of today, May 1st, the application system for short-term rental permissions is still not open.

The city continues to not accept new applications in the quota zones, pending the outcome of the legal process currently underway.

For the rest of Nice, applications can still be submitted as usual.

This follows the challenge introduced against the regulation adopted in December 2025, and the situation remains unchanged until a decision is made.

In short:

• The system remains closed in quota zones
• No new applications are being accepted in those areas
• Applications are still possible outside of quota zones
• The timeline remains uncertain

For property owners and investors, this means continued uncertainty when it comes to planning rental strategies in Nice.

We will continue to monitor the situation and share updates as soon as there is more clarity.

In a market with a lot of regulations, speaking with a professional and going through your specific situation can be ver...
24/04/2026

In a market with a lot of regulations, speaking with a professional and going through your specific situation can be very valuable.

In Nice, for example, the rules are very different depending on whether you are buying as a company, as a secondary residence, or as your primary residence.

If you buy as a company, you need to compensate from day one in order to operate short-term rentals.

If you buy as a secondary residence, you may be able to apply for a temporary rental permission before compensation becomes necessary.

And if the property is your primary residence, you can rent it out for up to 90 nights per year without needing permission.

And this is just Nice — every town has its own regulations, rules, and administrative process.

That’s why understanding the local framework before buying is so important.

If you are considering purchasing a property, we are happy to help explain the regulations in the area where you are buying, so you have the right information before making such a big decision.

Location matters.And in Juan-les-Pins, being able to walk to the beach changes everything.We are very happy to welcome t...
18/04/2026

Location matters.

And in Juan-les-Pins, being able to walk to the beach changes everything.

We are very happy to welcome this beautiful 2-bedroom design apartment to our portfolio.

Just a short walk from the sea, restaurants, and the center, it’s a perfect Riviera stay—bright, stylish, and made for relaxed living.

The apartment will be open for bookings from next week, and we look forward to welcoming the first guests.

Discover the property here:

https://monsieurfolke.com/en/juan-les-pins-2br-design-apt-walk-to-beach

We are very happy to welcome this beautiful villa in Spéracèdes to our portfolio.Located within a private domain consist...
16/04/2026

We are very happy to welcome this beautiful villa in Spéracèdes to our portfolio.

Located within a private domain consisting of one villa and 10 apartments, this is the only villa in the domain, offering a unique level of privacy and space.

Within the domain, you also have access to shared amenities such as tennis courts, ping-pong, badminton, and scenic walking trails, creating a relaxed and active environment.

From the property, you have panoramic views stretching all the way to Cannes and the Esterel mountains.

With 5 bedrooms, a private pool, and generous outdoor spaces, it’s the perfect setting for long summer evenings and relaxed stays with family and friends.

A calm and elevated location, yet still within easy reach of the coast — combining the best of both worlds.

You can explore the property here:
👉 https://monsieurfolke.com/en/speracedes-villa-pool-panoramic-views

Short-term rental regulations in Nice are evolving quickly.Our founder, Emil Folke, was recently featured in an article ...
10/04/2026

Short-term rental regulations in Nice are evolving quickly.

Our founder, Emil Folke, was recently featured in an article for an expat group on the Riviera focused on international property buyers and investors.

In the interview, Emil shared insights on the current short-term rental regulations in Nice and what international buyers should understand before purchasing property intended for rental.

With regulations continuing to evolve, it’s becoming increasingly important for owners and investors to understand the difference between primary residences, second homes, and properties with change-of-use permissions.

If you’re considering buying property in Nice—or already own one and want to better understand the rules—it might be useful.

You can read the full article here:
https://www.livingonthecotedazur.com/buying-to-rent-in-nice-emil-folke-investor-needs-to-know-in-2026/

And if you’d like to discuss your own situation or explore rental strategies for your property in Nice, feel free to reach out to us.

New short-term rental rules in Cannes for 2026 👇Whether you are renting out your primary residence or a secondary home, ...
29/03/2026

New short-term rental rules in Cannes for 2026 👇

Whether you are renting out your primary residence or a secondary home, there are a few key rules you need to know.

First, you must register with the City of Cannes to obtain a tourist tax number.

This is required because all visitors must pay a tourist tax, which must be collected, declared, and paid by either the owner or the company managing the rentals.

Second, even if the city allows short-term rentals, your building bylaws (règlement de copropriété) take precedence.

If short-term rentals are not permitted in your building, you cannot legally rent out your property, regardless of city approval.

Failing to comply with these rules can result in significant fines, so it’s important to ensure that:

Your property is properly registered

Tourist tax is handled correctly

Your building bylaws allow short-term rentals

One major takeaway from the regulations in Cannes compared to Nice is that the short-term rental permit in Cannes is not temporary. In Nice, permits are valid for only three years, whereas in Cannes they remain valid indefinitely or until the property changes ownership.

If you want more information about the regulations or would like to see how they apply to your specific situation, feel free to send us a message.

[email protected] or fill in our form on the website.

With more and more regulations arriving in Nice, many owners feel stuck.Especially those who cannot obtain permission fo...
28/03/2026

With more and more regulations arriving in Nice, many owners feel stuck.

Especially those who cannot obtain permission for short-term rentals (change of usage) or who live in buildings where tourist rentals are not allowed.

So today we wanted to share something that might bring a bit of hope.

Because it is not over.

You can still rent out your property — just maybe not in the way you first imagined.

One option that is becoming more common is the Mobility Lease.

A mobility lease allows you to rent your property for 1 to 10 months to a single tenant.

This gives owners flexibility to rent out the property for part of the year while still being able to use it themselves.

For many owners in Nice, it can be a good alternative when short-term rentals are not possible.

But there are a few important things to understand.

1. Why mobility leases are allowed

Short-term rentals in France are classified as a commercial activity.

That is why buildings can prohibit them in their regulations.

Mobility leases are different.

They are classified as residential leases, just like long-term rentals.

Because of that, they cannot be banned by the building.

However, there is an important condition.

You cannot rent to tourists.

Mobility leases are only allowed for people who are temporarily in the city for reasons such as:

• work assignments
• studies
• professional training

2. The rent works differently

With short-term rentals, prices usually follow demand.

Higher in the summer, lower in the winter.

Mobility leases work differently.

You are entering the world of regulated residential rent.

In Nice there is currently no strict rent cap, but the rent must still be comparable to similar properties in the area.

So pricing is generally more stable throughout the year.

Is it as profitable as short-term renting?

In most cases, no.

Short-term rentals usually produce higher returns.

But mobility leases still have advantages:

• fewer guest turnovers
• longer stays
• more stability

And for owners who cannot legally operate short-term rentals, it can be a very good alternative.

If you want to talk more about mobility leases or go through your specific situation, feel free to reach out to us and we will do our best to guide you.

A few days ago I had a discussion with an owner who felt that platform fees and management fees were too high.It’s a fai...
25/03/2026

A few days ago I had a discussion with an owner who felt that platform fees and management fees were too high.

It’s a fair point.

If possible, we would all prefer to keep 100% of the money ourselves.

But I think many owners look at this the wrong way.

Let me show you why.

Imagine an owner living abroad who decides to rent the property themselves.

They post on Facebook, find a few guests, and manage to rent it for 5 weeks during the summer.

Let’s say it’s €1,000 per week.

That’s €5,000 in rental income.

And yes — they keep all of it.

Now imagine the same owner works with a property management company, but still doesn’t want to use the big booking platforms.

The company still has returning guests, inbound enquiries, and proper pricing tools.

Let’s say the property generates €9,000 over the year.

With a 25% management fee, the owner keeps €6,750.

Already better than renting it themselves — and without having to deal with the work.

But now let’s open the property to the full market.

About 70% of all short-term bookings happen through platforms like Airbnb and Booking.

If the property is marketed everywhere and uses professional pricing systems, the total revenue might reach €30,000.

Out of that, €21,000 comes through the platforms.

At 17% commission, that’s €3,570 in platform fees.

That leaves €26,430.

After the 25% management fee, the owner keeps €19,822.

So the comparison looks like this:

Renting yourself: €5,000

Management without platforms: €6,750

Full professional setup: €19,822

So the question is:

Were the fees really that expensive?

Or were they the reason the higher income was possible in the first place?

Of course, every property is different.What you can generate will always depend on the property, the location, and how i...
23/03/2026

Of course, every property is different.

What you can generate will always depend on the property, the location, and how it’s managed.

But one thing doesn’t change:

There is a real cost to sitting on the sidelines.

Every year your property isn’t rented,
you’re not just waiting…

You’re missing out on income.

And over time, that adds up more than most owners expect.

The difficult part is that you don’t really feel it.

There’s no bill.
No reminder.
It’s just money that never comes in.

Which makes it easy to delay.

But when you look at it over a few years, the impact becomes very real.

So the question is:

What would €150,000 change for you?

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