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Gated Communities

Posted on March 15, 2012 by admin

COMMUNITY LIVING IN JAMAICA What exactly does that title mean -  ‘community living’?  In Jamaica today, community living is just another catch phrase for being resident within a ‘gated community’.  Gated communities are thriving, not only in Kingston but throughout … Continue reading →

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Getting a Mortgage

Posted on January 19, 2012 by admin

Thinking of Remortgaging? Remortgaging is basically switching your already existing home loan to another building society or other lending institution; you don’t have to be in the process of buying a new home.  As well, Jamaican home and real estate … Continue reading →

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Jampro

Posted on December 20, 2011 by admin

                     PROFILE Jamaica is the place to do business on a global scale, and JAMPRO – the national investment and export promotion agency – is the gateway that connects the world to Jamaica. In extending Jamaica’s image beyond that of … Continue reading →

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First Time Home Buyers – Do’s and Don’t’s

Posted on November 28, 2011 by admin

If you have already spent hours weighing up all the pros and cons of taking the plunge and investing in real estate in Jamaica, and that all important purchase of your very first home, that in itself is a major … Continue reading →

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Jamaican Property Today

Posted on September 29, 2011 by admin

IT’S A BUYER’S MARKET! Current Trends In 2010 Jamaica’s National Land Agency reported that $43.5 billion in Jamaica real estate sales were realised.  Realtors determined that the increase in cash sales was mainly due to many Jamaicans taking advantage of … Continue reading →

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Flipping Jamaica Real Estate

Posted on July 30, 2011 by admin

Can you flip Jamaica Real Estate? Of course you can, property in Jamaica is no different from anywhere else, you apply the same principles.  The idea is to make a quick turn around, and as much cash as possible. Try … Continue reading →

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RBC Jamaica enters mortgage market

Posted on July 26, 2011 by admin

Published: Friday | July 22, 2011   RBC Royal Bank Jamaica, the third-largest bank by assets, has entered the conventional residential mortgage market, targeting the middle to upper-income segment after delaying the launch of the service for more than two … Continue reading →

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Jamaican Real Estate Market

Posted on July 22, 2011 by admin

How long is too long, to have your property on the market? Maybe the question should be – How long do you want your property on the market! On average Jamaica real estate is on the market for 3 – … Continue reading →

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First Steps – What you need to know

Posted on September 3, 2010 by admin

With the right team on your side, buying or selling real estate in Jamaica can be a much smoother experience than you might think.  It is important to choose your team carefully so that you know that your interests are … Continue reading →

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Dickie’s – Best Kept Secret

Posted on August 31, 2010 by admin

Dickie’s – Best Kept Secret – West of Port Antonio Dickie’s is run by Dickie Butler in a quaint Edwardian cottage, which is built in to the cliffs West of Port Antonio. Most of the decorations are crafted by local … Continue reading →

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