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How to save money and reduce household costs with CESU
If you need help around the home in the form of a cleaner, gardener or handyman, but are concerned about the cost – there is a solution! The French tax credit system – crédit d’impôt – is a fabulous incentive, and can potentially see you getting reimbursed up to 50% back of the cost of many home help services.