Relocation services in Annecy area

Thank you so much for your reply. I was told by a realtor in Annecy that there is high demand (or low supply) of rentals in Annecy and that long-term rentals get snatched up immediately. A landlord may not want to rent to a foreigner who doesn't even have permission to live in France. He suggested that I look at a short-term rental. I may take your advice and try airbnb. It is important, however, that they are registered with the government as I will need their paperwork in order to apply for the long-stay visa. May I ask you? Do you already have a long-stay visa? How do you enjoy daily life in Annecy? I only visited there for four days, but it seemed like the ideal jumping off point for me. I will certainly tour France while living there.

Kathleen