Terra Caribbean http://www.terracaribbean.com The latest from Terra Caribbean Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:00:00 GMT Hot Value! http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/12/Hot-Value.html South View

 

It’s the best value for property on Barbados’ South Coast. With prime land lots averaging 8,500 sq. ft. in size and starting at US$ 99,000, South View is five-star value! 

]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT SWEET Property Returns! http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/12/SWEET-Property-Returns.html Sapphire Beach1.jpg

 

Returns are certainly satisfying at Sapphire Beach!

 

Featuring modern, competitively priced, beachfront units, this condominium complex is a great investment opportunity.

]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT Expanding Our Knowledge to Serve You Better! http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/11/Expanding-Our-Knowledge-to-Serve-You-Better.html Terra Caribbean has strengthened its brokerage and advisory department expanding the range of services offered to clients. We are delighted to announce that Director of Brokerage and Advisory Services, Hayden Hutton, has become the first real estate professional in the island to be awarded the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation.

]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT Why Condo and Community Living? http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/10/Barbados-Condo-Community-Real-Estate.html Vuemont StreetscapeHome designs in Barbados have evolved to create a look that's functional and breathtaking. Condo and community living is fast becoming an emerging trend that appeals to singles, young couples, bachelors and the ever-adventurous baby boomers! Not only are these Barbados real estate developments chic and contemporary, they offer an excellent investment opportunity. As we embrace a modern and ever-changing property landscape, let's take a look at condo and community living and see why it should appeal to you!


]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT Where Have We Come From – Where Are We Going? http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/10/Barbados-Real-Estate.html Barbados Real Estate Certainty is what we want; uncertainty is sometimes what we get. Making real estate decisions in times of uncertainty requires good research, experience and courage. We have seen courage paying off in the past six months; and we have seen weakness punished. My father told me that the best time to buy something was when you did not need to buy, but the vendor needed to sell. The reverse is also true.

]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT Barbados Land Tax Ease! http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/09/Barbados-Land-Tax-Ease.html The Honourable Christopher Peter Sinckler, M.P. - Barbados

 

On Tuesday August 16th, The Minister of Finance, The Honourable Mr. Christopher Sinckler presented to the House of Assembly, the Financial Statement and Budgetary Proposals for the year 2011. Relevant to the real estate industry, there was a proposal to modify the land tax value bands, which at first glance would mean lower taxes.

]]> Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT The Root of Buying and Selling Property in Barbados http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/08/The-Root-of-Buying-and-Selling-Property-in-Barbados.html  

Legal ProcessLEX Caribbean explains the laws and procedures of buying and selling Barbados property in their article taken from The Red Book 2011, written by Vidisha Hathiramani and Alana Goodman-Smith. We trust you will find this informative and please let us know if there are any other questions or comments you might have on the subject.

When buying or selling real estate in Barbados, purchasers and vendors alike often wonder what goes on behind the scenes, in terms of the process involved. Sometimes this question is posed in relation to the length of time it may take ...

]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT The Gardens at South View - Well on the way! http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/07/The-Gardens-at-South-View---Well-on-the-way.html South View entry wallsThe Gardens townhouses at South View in Kent are well under way.  Construction of the first ten units is moving ahead on schedule and the building team at Creative Designs Barbados Limited are up to roof level on most of the units.

Take a look at some of the progress photos here, and give us a call to arrange a site visit (246) 421-HOME (4663)

]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT When Reality Bites In Paradise - Covering Your Assets http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/07/When-Reality-Bites-In-Paradise---Covering-Your-Assets.html Tranquil Caribbean ocean BarbadosBeing the start of our hurricane season we thought we would share one of the informative insurance articles from The Red Book 2011, written by Richard Ince of CGM Gallagher (formerly Atria Insurance Brokers) ... Enjoy! We hope you will find it helpful and please let us know your thoughts!

So, you have found your “dream-of-a-lifetime” home! You walk off your patio and it is twenty yards to a perfect Barbados beach encircled by the calm blue water of the Caribbean Sea. A natural paradise!

]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT Land Tax 2011 http://www.terracaribbean.com/barbados/News-And-Media/Blog/2011/06/Land-Tax-2011.html Within the past week the new notices of valuation have been arriving at mailboxes around the island.  In Barbados, every three years is a valuation year. The last valuation year was in 2008, thus making this year, 2011, a valuation year as well. Here is a quick background on the valuation legislation and the process to be followed.

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