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Single in the Islands: Tips for house-buying PDF Print E-mail
Written by Graham Canham/Coldwell Banker   
Thursday, 05 August 2010 08:35

Today’s housing environment has more single home buyers entering the real estate market than ever before.

With inventory levels high, interest rates near record lows and affordability up in many areas across the islands, many people who may have never considered buying a home in the past are recognizing that a mortgage payment on a house or condo can actually be the same or less than what they would spend on renting an apartment or home.

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Short-term rental market “holds its own” PDF Print E-mail
Written by fp staff   
Thursday, 01 July 2010 11:49

Coming out of a year-long economic slump that pulled the hand brake on the booming local real estate and tourism market, it is not easy to find a silver lining.

But when you look closely, you might find there is one market that is actually holding its own against all others.

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One on Marlin, Highland Estates developments approved PDF Print E-mail
Written by fp staff   
Friday, 11 June 2010 16:55

Backing two new affordable eco-friendly developments on Providenciales, His Excellency the Gov. Gordon Wetherell signed a development agreement June 11 for the One on Marlin project, an enclave of 110 one-bedroom rentals on Marlin Road.

And the governor said he will soon be signing an agreement with Highland Estates, which will feature 38 single family homes on 10 acres on the Northwest side of Providenciales.

Last Updated on Friday, 11 June 2010 17:22
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Sustainable growth requires cooperation PDF Print E-mail
Written by Jim Brown   
Friday, 04 June 2010 16:19

We all have come to understand a little better the importance of continued sustainable growth here. The abrupt turnaround in our islands has hit us all.

It is not over yet, and we must try to hold on until things ease up. How can we help encourage this comeback?

Last Updated on Friday, 04 June 2010 16:43
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New marketing strategy opening doors in TCI PDF Print E-mail
Written by fp staff   
Thursday, 27 May 2010 10:46

Long considered a tried and true marketing tool, a real estate open house is an excellent way of showcasing a property that is available for sale on the market.

It goes without saying that the make-up of the real estate market has changed significantly over the past 12-18 months in the Turks and Caicos. What was once a large seller’s market has turned the way of most other world markets to a buyer’s paradise.

As part of this change in the tides, marketing of real estate is becoming increasingly important. As Vernica Delancy, sales agent for National Colony Realty, explains, an open house can be a valuable tool in helping to gain market recognition for a property, as well as giving real estate agents who are not familiar with a property an inside peak before they have a reason to show.

Last Updated on Thursday, 27 May 2010 11:11
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