What MyExpat does

MyExpat is a Paris-based, privately held boutique real estate advisory firm founded around 2010–2012 by Mickael Zonta, operating under the legal entity MRZ SARL. The firm is purpose-built for French expatriates and non-residents who wish to invest in French property, addressing structural pain points — distance from France, non-resident mortgage friction, complex French tax/administrative rules, and the impossibility of physically visiting properties. The service is delivered 100% remotely and covers the full transaction lifecycle: market analysis, multi-channel property sourcing (agency, private, and professional networks), property visits, price negotiation, non-resident mortgage coordination, notarial transactions, renovation management, rental property management, and resale support. The company also extends into adjacent investment vehicles (SCPI, bare ownership), tax advisory (IFI, capital gains), coaching, and an IFI simulation tool.

The firm's GTM is consultative and sales-led: an initial 30-minute "strategic appointment" with an expert feeds into a personalized project analysis, with conversion through content marketing (a categorized SEO-driven blog, social media on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X), press placement in expatriate media (M6, Expat.com, Le Petit Journal, French Morning), webinars, and word-of-mouth from a 300-review base averaging 4.9/5. Cumulative disclosed flow is €70M of client investment volume across 300+ clients in 65 countries, with 98% of investors never having visited their property in person. MyExpat is regulated under French Hoguet law (professional real estate licenses "cartes T et G") and reports a small headcount (1–10 per firmographic data; 10+ per website).

The business model is transaction-based professional services: fees are derived from real estate advisory and transaction management commissions, augmented by rental management, renovation oversight, and tax/coaching engagements. Geographic reach has been deliberately broadened post-2022 from a France-only remit to include Dubai, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Bali as advised investment destinations. There are no disclosed funding rounds, no parent company, no subsidiaries, and no disclosed revenue, with the firm remaining founder-controlled and privately financed.

Name

MyExpat

Legal name

MRZ, SARL

Website

https://myexpat.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MyExpat is a Paris-based boutique real estate advisory firm serving French expatriates and non-residents, delivering turnkey remote investment services covering property search, expat-specialized mortgage financing, renovation, rental management, and tax optimization across France and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Expatriate Real Estate Investment Advisory

NAICS

Other Activities Related to Real Estate (531390), Mortgage and Nonmortgage Loan Brokers (52231)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Loan Brokers (6163)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Investment Property Brokerage (SFR/Small Multifamily) (BPAJAAAE)

Keywords

• Expatriate real estate investment
• Non-resident property advisory
• Remote rental management
• Expat mortgage financing
• Turnkey property investment

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Real estate advisory and transaction management fees: MyExpat generates revenue through professional service fees associated with guiding expatriates through French real estate acquisitions. The company handles the full investment process—including property search, due diligence, negotiation, financing coordination, and transaction management—from start to finish on a remote basis. Fees are likely charged as a percentage of transaction value or fixed advisory fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

MyExpat delivers 100% remote, turnkey real estate investment services for French expatriates and non-residents. The offering covers the full investment lifecycle—from market analysis and property search to non-resident mortgage financing, notary transaction management, renovation oversight, rental property management, tax advisory, and resale—enabling clients to invest in French property without physically visiting France.

Product overview

MyExpat is a comprehensive real estate investment platform designed specifically for French non-residents and expatriates. The core offering consists of turnkey rental investment services (Investissement locatif clé en main) that encompass property search (Recherche immobilière sur-mesure), expat-focused mortgage financing (Crédit immobilier expatrié), rental property management (Gestion locative en France), and property sales (Vente immobilier depuis l'étranger). The platform supplements its core services with add-on modules including renovation management for Paris, Lyon, and Bordeaux properties, investment coaching, personalized audits, and IFI tax simulation tools. MyExpat also offers specialized investment vehicles including SCPI investments and bare ownership (nue-propriété) purchases, along with comprehensive tax advisory services covering non-resident taxation and capital gains optimization. All services are delivered entirely remotely, allowing expatriates to invest in French real estate without physical presence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Turnkey Rental Investment (Investissement locatif clé en main) A turnkey rental investment service where MyExpat manages the entire process remotely, from property search and financing to notary signature and tenant management. Targeted at French expatriates and non-residents who want a hands-off French property investment.
• Custom Property Search (Recherche immobilière sur-mesure) Custom property search service using a multi-channel approach through agency networks, private networks, and professional networks to identify investment opportunities matching client criteria. For non-resident investors seeking French properties.
• Expat Mortgage Financing (Crédit immobilier expatrié) Mortgage financing advisory service specifically designed for non-residents, connecting clients with banking partners experienced in handling expat dossiers and securing favorable lending conditions. Addresses the #1 obstacle for non-resident property buyers.
• Rental Property Management in France (Gestion locative en France) Rental property management service allowing expat investors to delegate tenant search, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and regulatory compliance to local professionals. For non-resident owners of French rental property.
• Renovation Management (Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux) Remote renovation management service where MyExpat's local teams coordinate and oversee renovation work on properties in Paris, Lyon, and Bordeaux on behalf of distant investors using partner contractors and interior architects.
• Real Estate Coaching (Coaching immobilier) Real estate investment training and education program helping first-time investors develop methodology and confidence in property investment strategies. For novice expatriate investors.
• Property Sale from Abroad (Vente immobilier depuis l'étranger) Property sale service enabling non-resident investors to sell their French properties without physical presence, including pricing optimization and capital gains tax management.
• Expat Tax Advisory (Fiscalité expatrié) Tax advisory services covering non-resident tax rates, IFI (wealth tax), property capital gains optimization, and fiscal structure recommendations for real estate investments.
• SCPI Investment (Investissement en SCPI) SCPI (Société Civile de Placement Immobilier) investment service offering regular income without property management responsibilities, accessible to non-residents seeking passive French real estate exposure.
• Bare Ownership Investment (Investissement en nue-propriété) Bare ownership (nue-propriété) investment service allowing buyers to purchase at reduced prices with full ownership reverted at a predetermined future date. A specialized French property investment structure.
• Personalized Property Audit (Audit personnalisé) Personalized property audit service evaluating investment viability, market conditions, and optimal financing and tax structures for individual expat clients.
• International Property Investment (Espagne, Portugal, Maroc, Dubaï, Bali) International real estate investment services targeting markets beyond France, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Dubai, and Bali, leveraging MyExpat's expatriate-focused advisory and remote execution model for non-resident French buyers.

Quantifiable outcome

• €70 million invested through the platform
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Partner Real Estate AgenciescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMulti-channel property sourcing through agency networks, private seller networks, and professional networks to identify investment opportunities across target cities (Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille).
• Partner NotariescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExperienced notaries familiar with non-resident transaction dossiers, handling all legal aspects of property acquisition in France. MyExpat advises against using personal notaries given the complexity of non-resident files.
• Partner Banks and Mortgage BrokerscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBanking partners who provide mortgage financing to non-residents—a key differentiator since standard banks often refuse expatriate mortgage applications. MyExpat connects clients with these specialized lenders.
• Property Management CompaniescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRental property management partners who handle tenant search, lease management, rent collection, and maintenance on behalf of non-resident owners, enabling true passive income from French property.
• Insurance ProvidersminorOthersPartners providing mandatory borrower insurance for non-residents and landlord insurance (propriétaire non occupant, guaranteed rent insurance).
• Contractors, Entrepreneurs and Interior ArchitectsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRenovation partners including contractors, craftsmen, and interior architects who execute renovation projects on properties—managed remotely by MyExpat teams on behalf of non-resident owners.
• Lawyers and Legal AdvisorsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal partners assisting with complex legal questions related to non-resident property ownership, tax structures, and transaction compliance in France.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Barnes International Realty: International luxury real estate brokerage with a strong Paris/France presence and significant non-resident buyer clientele. Comparable because it serves international investors purchasing premium French residential property, though it is far broader in scope.
• Engel & Völkers: Global luxury real estate franchise with active French operations and an international agent network catering to cross-border buyers. Comparable because it competes for the same high-end non-resident buyer segment, albeit as part of a much broader portfolio.
• A Place in the Sun: International property marketplace and TV-driven brand helping overseas buyers purchase homes across multiple countries, including France. Comparable because it targets the same cross-border buyer with content-led GTM and agent referrals.
• Century 21 France: One of France's largest real estate networks with thousands of agencies and growing digital services for international buyers. Comparable as a broad incumbent with scale advantages that could absorb expat-focused demand.

Emerging players

• Proprioo: Tech-enabled French real estate agency offering flat-fee listings and modern buyer services. Comparable as an emerging modern alternative in the French transaction market, though focused on residents rather than expats.

Regional players

• Orpi: Largest French real estate cooperative network with deep coverage across Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, and Marseille — the same cities MyExpat targets. Comparable as a regional incumbent competing for the same end-property market.
• Foncia: France's largest property management and real estate services group. Comparable as a property management provider and competitor for the recurring rental management revenue MyExpat seeks to capture.
• OptimHome: Large French real estate network with a notable investor and rental-yield advisory focus. Comparable because it actively markets to buyers seeking rental-yield optimization, overlapping with MyExpat's investment thesis.
• Laforêt: Established French real estate network with strong investor and rental-investment advisory positioning. Comparable as a regional incumbent competing for the same rental-investment buyer segment in France.

Direct peers

• FrenchEntrée: UK-based media and property listings platform focused on French expatriates and Anglo-French buyers seeking property in France. Direct peer because it serves the same expat-to-France property-investor segment with listings, editorial content, and ancillary services.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/myexpat
• Facebookfacebook.com/MyExpat
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/my-expat-50a016341
• Instagraminstagram.com/myexpat__fr

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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