Bonapart Client interview - Laurie Pike

At the housewarming party in rue Nobel, 75018

Los Angeles based Fashion Editor, Laurie Pike engaged Bonapart to help buy her first Paris property in Lamarck Caulaincourt. Almost a year later, I asked the Montmartroise par l'adoption some questions about the experience.

How did you feel when you got the keys to your property?
Like a grown up.

What happened after renovation, furnishings, utilities?
Five Magnums of champagne at the crémaillère and Paris Blog party.

How do you manage your apartment?
Using a great manager who is based in Paris.

Who stays at the apartment?
Americans who already know the city and the language. True Francophiles who prefer Montmartre to the Marais.

How much do you charge and how do you market the apartment?
450 euros a week. The apartment is listed with Bonapart Consulting's portfolio Craigslist and word of mouth is also a factor.

Have you had any disasters/funny stories?
The first tenant on the first day got the key stuck in the lock and had to be rescued. Another tenant couldn't understand why the manager wouldn't drop watching the World Cup when France was winning to show her how the microwave works.

How often do you come to Paris?
Four times a year.

What advice would you give to others thinking about investing in Paris property?
It's all about having a great manager. Use Yves!

Your favourite.....:
Restaurant
Lena et Mimile, 32, rue de Tournefort 75005.
Boutique
La Reve, rue Francoeur 75018 - Designer clothing re-sale.
Secret Paris Place
Delicieux for the best view and a cheap lunch.