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Fractional Ownership France Team

Walid

Walid Halabi

Co-Founder

 Walid has been working in the hospitality Paris real estate industry for over 25 years. In 2005, he founded Paris Pied-a-Terre, a vacation rental platform. In 2009, he launched Paris Residence Club, one of the first urban fractional ownership programs in the world and the first dedicated to luxury residences in Paris. He later worked as a fractional ownership consultant in Turkey and Portugal, and recently returned to France to co-found Fractional France. 

Laura Sanders

Co-Founder

Laura is a seasoned Paris real estate professional with extensive experience in developing Paris fractional ownership properties.

From choosing only the most spectacular addresses to designing luxurious vacation homes for her clients, Laura ensures it's a smooth and fun experience for everyone.

Laura began her real estate career at the esteemed Corcoran Sunshine marketing group in NYC.  Laura is an American with a French husband and 3 little girls.

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Rik Gitlin

Local Manager

Rik, a native Californian, has been in Paris for over 30 years. He started as a psychotherapist for the ex-pat community before becoming Fractional France's Local Manager. Featured on Travel Channel's 'Passport to Europe' with Samantha Brown and in Five Star Alliance's 'The Informed Traveler,' Rik ensures your property is always in tip-top condition and troubleshoots issues as they arise. His unique style and dedication have earned him a loyal following within the Fractional France family.

Andy Sirkin

Andy Sirkin

Legal Consultant

 Andy is a highly skilled fractional ownership lawyer and is recognized as one of the best in the world. Based in San Francisco, he has successfully launched over 6,000 international fractional programs since 1985. In addition to his extensive knowledge of fractional ownership, Andy also has a deep understanding of Paris real estate, making him an invaluable asset to our team in providing a seamless and compliant ownership experience to our clients. 

Sponsored Conferences

FRENCH INSTITUTE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE - NEW YORK CITY

Andy Sirkin on fractional ownership essentials - Real Estate & Planting Roots in France (May 2010). Conference sponsored and organized by Paris Residence Club at the Alliance Francaise in NYC. 

Andy Sirkin is President of Sirkin Law ACP.

FRENCH INSTITUTE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE - NEW YORK CITY

Walid Halabi on fractional ownership in Paris - Real Estate & Planting Roots in France (May 2010). Conference sponsored and organized by Paris Residence Club at the Alliance Francaise in NYC. 

Walid Halabi, CEO of Paris Residence Club (now Fractional France).

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