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Leaseback properties in the French Alps

 

§   MGM leaseback properties

Purchasing an MGM property should be seen as a long term investment. The location of the developments, their build quality and superb on site leisure facilities are key factors in ensuring ongoing holiday letting demand, sustained capital growth and good resale potential.

 

A realistic approach in establishing rent levels ensures sustained return bookings and high year round occupancy. Owners who invest in a MGM leaseback residence are assured of a reliable and high level of maintenance. In addition the professional running of the development and the supply of first class services and facilities ultimately contribute to the capital appreciation of their asset.

 

§   MGM leaseback scheme explained

The purchaser buys the freehold of a new property and leases his property back to the management company for 11 years. The MGM appointed professional letting management company is CGH Residences (Company de Gestion Hoteliere).

At the end of the 11 year term, the owner can choose to enter into a new lease on mutually agreed terms or opt out of the scheme and retain full use of the property. In the majority of resorts, it is now compulsory for the owners and the management company to renew the lease (typically for a total duration of 18 years).

It is possible to sell the property at any time during the lease, the property being sold with the remainder of the lease.

 

Welcoming lounges with open fire places

§   Lease purchasing options:

 

Option 1 - “Lease with guaranteed annual income and 8 weeks personal occupancy” (2 in winter + 2 in summer + 4 out of season*)

- The price of the apartment is payable excluding VAT (19.6%).

- The owner is guaranteed an annual rental income according to the size of the property and the resort. The guaranteed rental incomes for Option 1 are calculated on the price excluding vat and are index-linked to the French cost of construction index, capped at 1.5%.

- The owner retains 8 weeks use per year during the course of the 11 year lease.

 

Option 2 - “Lease with price reduction and 10 weeks personal occupancy” (3 in winter + 3 in summer + 4 out of season*)

- The price is payable excluding VAT (19.6%)

- The purchase price is further reduced by the payment in advance of the rents  (rental credit paid upfront). This results in a total reduction of 30% on the original Vat inclusive price.

- There is no annual rental income for this option, as there has been a discount on the purchase price.

- The owner retains 10 weeks use per year during the course of the 11 year lease.

It is possible to take your personal occupancy weeks in other MGM Residences. Conditions however apply and there is a € 70 admin.fee per exchange.

 

(*Off season weeks are typically in May - June - September - October. During this time, the facilities and the reception are closed; the owner only has access to his apartment or an equivalent apartment. Terms & conditions apply)

 

Maintenance of the property

- This is a hassle free investment for the owner as the maintenance of his property is entirely taken care of by the management company (CGH Residences) throughout the lease period.

- CGH Residences will run the residence as a hotel of self-contained apartments: when arriving in your apartment for your own holidays, your apartment is clean, the beds are made, there are clean towels in the bathrooms, etc.

- CGH Residences will maintain all apartments, furniture and equipment (repairs, replacement, etc) at no cost to the owner.

When the lease has expired the property will be returned to the owner in top good condition (apart from the "fair" wear & tear).

 

Charges

- The management company CGH will pay all the bills (water, electricity, heating, insurance, service charges, Taxe d'Habitation / Residents tax ...).

- The owner pays a part of the service charge which is fixed for the term of the lease at € 25 per sq. m of the apartment internal area.

- The owner will also pay the Taxe Fonciere / Land tax (on average € 10 - €1 2 per sq. m of the apartment habitable internal area / year).

 

Legal Fees

Notary fees (legal fees) for the Deeds of Sale amount to 2.5%- 3% and are payable at the time of signing the documents.

 

Account management fees

By law the leaseback scheme requires the appointment of an accountancy firm to handle the Vat registration procedure and the owners’ annual income tax declarations. This appointment is carried out by the developers.

 

- A “one off” accountancy charge of approx. € 125 incl. Vat is made for the registration and Vat refund administration procedure

 

- An annual accountancy fee of approx. € 258 incl. Vat is payable for the accounts management and preparation of the annual tax return.

 

Arranging your personal stays

- The owner is given priority on the choice of his weeks (as long as he returns his booking forms by the 30th August for the winter season and by the 15th of February for the summer season).

- The owner will also have the possibility, for a fixed fee of € 70 euro/week, to exchange his weeks for other weeks in other leaseback residences, subject to availability.

 

Facilities

- Most MGM Residences feature facilities such as swimming pools, hot baths, gyms, steam rooms, saunas, etc, access to which is free of charge.

- The "Spa and Beauty centres" offer a range of massages, treatments, etc which are available on a “pay as you go” basis. The owner benefits from a 15% discount on all the prices.

 

High build quality and wam interiors

 

4 reasons to invest in a 4-star MGM Alpine leaseback development

 

1-  Reputation and unmatched locations

A renowned Savoyard developer MGM has been building ski properties in the French Alps since 1963. The company’s policy and expertise in selecting the most picturesque and traditional alpine villages and the finest high altitude resorts are key factors in achieving dual season potential and sustained capital growth.

 

2-  Reliable professional letting management service

The key to a successful leaseback development lies in the letting service provided – its quality and long term sustainability.

MGM’s leaseback developments in the French Alps are managed by CGH Residences (Compagnie de Gestion Hoteliere).

 As a subsidiary of MGM, CGH Residences shares the developer’s interest in the long term quality management and maintenance of the developments. CGH provides leaseback owner with a highly professional level of service throughout the duration of their lease.

 

3-  Award winning build quality

As specialist mountain developer MGM is expert in high altitude building. A close relationship with innovative architects and advanced technical specification ensure superior build quality and year round occupancy in high comfort.

Since 2004 MGM is regularly awarded the Gold or Silver Homes Overseas Award for best French or Ski apartment and most of MGM’s latest leaseback developments are rated 4 stars which is the highest classification in the leaseback properties category.

 

4-  Top of the range facilities

MGM’s leaseback developments provide year round top of the range facilities including reception and services, and in most the majority of developments a swimming pool, hot baths, saunas, spa treatments and a fitness room. The leaseback apartments are sold fully and most attractively furnished. Included in the purchase price is a fitted and equipped kitchen, fully fitted bathrooms/shower rooms, parking facilities, and in most locations a cellar and ski locker.