Hi,
I think its an extremely good idea to invest your money in property, not much else is stable right now, and France is a very stable market unlike some of the more speculative areas of the world, president Sarkozy's tax breaks for mortgage payers will be good for the property market. I have a great investment property that sleeps 10 in the South West of France, if you are interested contact me at huffsinfrance@wanadoo.fr