Christmas on the Beach

I know that it is all over but the photos that friends are sending round are fun so thought I would share them.Now, before you get envious of us all on the beach on Christmas Day, I have to confess some of them were saying " It's not Christmas without snow and sitting in front of a log fire!"

I know they are mad but as they say "the grass is always greener".

Our children usually arrive for the holidays from USA and UK and we revert to being like house sparrows,flying around feeding them every couple of hours, trying to please them all knowing their trip is short. Our friends invite us to go and play out and we politely decline and say we have to be Ma and Pa to offspring who expect it.

Well this year they did not come over and I was a lost soul.; no gifts to hurriedly buy and wrap ensuring everyone has same value and same number, no baking,no freezer filled with goodies that I could miraculously and effortlessly pull out after a day out on the boat.

I felt disorientated but friends in a similar position said they would have breakfast with us and then hit the beach with champagne.

I felt better!

The day was fun with so many good friends turning up on Grace bay Beach, to share the sun, sand and fun ( and champers)

The evening was a great success with good friends, inviting us to a wonderful dinner with great company followed by Secret Silly Santa.

Now those who know Turks and Caicos, appreciate how difficult it is to get gifts. I foolishly picked the biggest out of the sack and found myself with a beige,embroidered padded toilet seat!!

I can see readers trying to picture this one...

Anyhow,we had a lot of laughs and at least it's practical!I am not one to be ungrateful!

New Years Eve was a hit, again on the beach with champagne and mince pies., turning up after 10 p.m after we had all been to different eateries. Year after year we do this as a tradition and I am always impressed with hundreds of people, all ages,different nationalities, in all stages of merriment but there is never any bad behaviour, language or drunkeness ( we hide that last bit well).

So now we are back to the grindstone.

As Anchor Realty opened a new satellite office on the beach, you'll appreciate it wasn't difficult coming to work.

Surrounded by people on vacation, relaxing and soaking up the sun, snorkelling around the reef , or sipping a cold drink in the new beach cafe, makes me appreciate my surroundings.

Although I missed my children a lot, there is always next year and in the meantime, sun, sand,warm seas and smiley,happy people will just have to do!

If you are booked to come over, come and say hi at Coral Gardens.

A warm welcome awaits you.

Buy a Business in the Sun

Have you thought it would be a great thing to change direction, get out of the rat race and the cold and find a new relaxed way of life in the warm Caribbean sun?

What about buying a small private resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands where your guests return each year but you stay permanently?

One has recently become available as the original owners,although happy to continue, think it's time to change their direction and travel the world. They have lovingly created this little piece of paradise tucked away down a little cul de sac by the beach in the famous Grace Bay area where all the tourists want to stay. It comprises of three separate rental vacation units each with their own outdoor space.Their upper level home is also available to rent occasionally so you can choose to live on or off site.Guests are happy to cater for themselves as each unit has a fully equipped kitchen.Better still, a variety of restaurants are all within walking distance if they choose to eat out.

The pool sits in manicured grounds with an abundance of plants and tall established palms trees.Sitting there you feel like you are in total seclusion but actually, everything you would need is right on the doorstep.A building lot under separate title is available at the rear of the property in case you have grand plans for expansion. This is a tradidtional unpretentious resort and a chance to "work" in all year round sunshine with happy smiley people cominthrough your doors.Sounds the perfect solution to winter blues and real work? all me for more details or check out my website. Cell (649) 242 1714 http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

Global Downturn Blues?

Want to escape the bad news? In the Turks and Caicos Islands we choose whether we want to hear and see it on the television and then think ourselves lucky we live here, escaping the doom and gloom of the real world.

Beginning to think of that winter wardrobe of boots and hats?

Come to our little piece of paradise and you will wonder what kept you away for so long.

You won't need many clothes and you'll bring far too many anyway...

The weather is perfect if you like to be warm constantly,the beaches are beautiful and you can walk for miles. The sea is warm and turquoise blue like you have never seen before and you really can get away from it all.

Many nationalities have decided that investing in property here is a sound decision. Being a British overseas territory with land title protected by the Crown and the lack of personal taxation, canny buyers have been lured into wanting to own a part of this haven in the Caribbean.

There are great restaurants, the best diving in the world and deep sea fishing, water sports for those who want to be busy and my preference every time ? Lying on the beach watching the busy people!

It has got to be one of the best places to chill out and that's what is needed right now.Right?

Check out my website to get tempted to look at real estate here http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

There are just a few of the select properties available and as a sales associate within the Turks and Caicos Realty Association, I am able to access all inventory enabling me to carefully match clients and property which best suits their life style and requirements.

You can get a feel for the life here from the pictures we took.

I am gearing up for a busy season and thank all of you who have been e mailing me with your promises to come over...I look forward to meeting you and sharing what the Turks and Caicos islands have to offer.

Don't delay, book that flight and have something to look forward to bigtime!

Turks and Caicos Holiday Planning

We are back to normal on the island of Providenciales and although many hotels and restaurants are taking their well deserved breaks right now, they will be gearing up for a busy new season beginning in November.

The children around the world are back at school after the summer break, and autumn / fall will soon be upon those living in temperate climates so maybe now is the time to begin planning the winter holiday so you have something to look forward to as the nights draw in.

There is no better place to enjoy the winter months than in Turks and Caicos.

The weather is beautiful and the beaches are stunning, so it's a great place to recharge your batteries and dream of that vacation home in the sun...

We have many for you to choose from, to suit all tastes and pockets; villas with private beaches, penthouses with all facilities at your finger tips, luxurious condominiums in beach resorts, land to build your dream home - you name it, we can probably can show you.

It's a favourite destination for the rich and famous where they can be left alone to enjoy freedom from the press and fans so don't expect a bargain, but your investment will grow significantly as the islands become better known.

Deep sea fishing, scuba diving, island hopping for romantic picnic lunches on deserted beaches are some of the very best reasons to have your break away from real life...

So look at my website to get a flavour of what's on offer (there's lots more) and remember I am eager to help buyers meet their individual aspirations and I will do my very best for each one of you.

http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

Just a thought for you British ladies out there

A very good girlfriend of mine from UK asked to come and stay for a second time in the year. She had enjoyed herself so much in the summer that instead of going to Europe skiing in the New year, she opted for the sun in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

She is a very successful business woman who owns her own recruitment company and recently went through a divorce after twenty years of marriage...anyhow, I was thinking about her and several other women of independent means, who I know well, who have found themselves on their own not knowing where to go or what they really want.
Some are suffering from empty nest syndrome, others alone without partners. - a little lost.

I have often thought that if I was alone, where would I go if I needed a break?
I would want to be in a safe place, in control ( wouldn't want to feel "on the market") and not surrounded by families enjoying their annual playtime together.
This is the place! Little nightlife but lots of sun and sand and beautiful beaches.

So now my friend comes to Turks and Caicos and returns as often as she can to recharge her batteries and get out of the rat race.
She plucked up courage to travel alone and experienced the relaxed friendly life style we have here. She is very envious of us when we stay all year round.

Before going into real estate, I wondered if ladies alone for whatever reason, knew about this island and if they felt confident to travel here,they would realise what a friendly, fun place it is;somewhere where they could be themselves for a while or even find themselves!

When my friend returned here for a second time, she was greeted by all our friends like a long lost family member and soon slotted straight back into our social life (which was hectic being holiday time).She forgot to feel sorry for herself and I forgot she had to go home and earn a living!

I think she is a great advertisement for the place and an inspiration for other women in similar circumstances.

She called me last night and said she was coming back again in the summer and bringing her sons to learn to dive. I think it's about time she bit the bullet and bought her own place!

So the conclusion is that being alone and coming here for a break is a good idea. Even better is buying your own little place to escape to, but for the time being, why not come over and check it out?

We have beautiful hotels and villas to rent, restaurants to suit every palate, safe beaches with no beach vendors, lots of people who will give you a warm welcome and it's English speaking so forget the phrase book. We drive on the left, have the American dollar (great exchange rate) and life is laid back, with ooddles of sunshine.

Call me when you are arriving just to say Hi and that you got this brilliant idea from my blog!!

Could I tempt you to buy that brand new apartment on the beach ?
Have seen a beauty this morning and it's at a great price.
You won't regret it...see you soon

Lucky Me

The birdsong woke me up this morning at 5 a.m. I wasn’t upset, it was a lovely sound of happy birds.

I have something to be happy about – I live here!

Turks and Caicos Islands lie 575 miles off coast of Miami but are British and business here is underpinned by British law making it a straightforward and safeguarded process when buying property here as opposed to buying in some European countries.

There are American influences, like high rise beach front condos, springing up all along Grace Bay on the island of Providenciales. We have the American dollar currency, which makes the British investors here happy with the exchange rate in their favour.

As I enter my fifth year of living here I still wake up feeling safe, comfortable and happy. It’s a relaxed place to live and I feel privileged to be allowed to live, work and invest here. It is particularly alluring when there are no income, inheritance and capital gains taxes.

My husband and I bought condominiums here to rent out to long term tenants, whilst living in houses ourselves. Experiencing different abodes first hand has given us an insight into the various choices one has – beach front, canal, hill top.

I still marvel at the crystal clear turquoise water. The divers say it’s the best and my well travelled children agree. The super yachts gliding into the marina for safe haven, the beautiful beaches stretching for miles, private island hideaways, make this a special place to be.

With the world news, forever reporting war, famine, drought, terrorism and abuse of human rights, nestled here in the Caribbean, one feels fortunate to be protected from the real world.

It’s a great place to unwind and take stock of one’s life.

Not that I am doing that right now, as I am selling property.

http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

I can share the good life with those who choose to come on board.

It’s great fun.

What is it we actually want from our remaining years??

I’ve got it and will try my best to hang onto it…good friends, sun, fun, productive rewarding work and the best husband and kids, and I live in The Turks and Caicos Islands - one of the best places on Earth.

Lucky or what?

Jan hull

New exciting development launches

THE SHORE CLUB on LONG BAY BEACH is now Launching!

Stan Hartling, Chief Executive Officer of The Hartling Group and successful developer of The Sands and The Regent Palms, is now launching his third property on the island of Providenciales, The Shore Club on Long Bay Beach.

I asked to meet with Stan to ask him about The Shore Club and he readily found time to answer my questions and provide me with information for prospective buyers.

The Shore Club will be an exclusive, secluded enclave of just 85 suites built in traditional Barbadian style.

“The development has been designed in an S shape to take full advantage of the shoreline and therefore provide stunning ocean views from every angle you turn”, said Stan.

All this, away from the hustle and bustle of the Grace Bay tourist area, will provide the owners with a full service luxury resort with 820 feet of prime beach front while being conveniently located just over two miles from all major amenities located throughout Grace Bay.

As the Turks and Caicos Government recently announced a decrease in stamp duty fees until June 30th 2008 , Stan is offering those investing in The Shore Club, the opportunity to prepay their stamp duty to take full advantage of this decrease now.

Stan went on to say, “ In order to further assist purchasers in taking advantage of this substantial saving, The Hartling Group is willing to amend the existing payment schedule by offsetting half of the required upfront cash flow.
Please note that the 6% will need to be funded and then 3% will be reduced later on the initial deposit.”

“When we build a development it should be something we want to live with for the next fifty years.”

Stan remains one of the most successful and highly respected developers in the Turks and Caicos Islands. When he says he is going to build a luxurious, exclusive resort, he means just that, and delivers.

Having talked to owners at The Regent Palms and The Sands, I can see why they hold onto their units and repeatedly come back to stay and enjoy the enviable environments that Stan and his team have created for them.

The Shore Club will undoubtedly be another such desirable development.

Prices start at $1.33 million

To be part of The Shore Club click on “Contact me” as soon as you can because they are selling fast.
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Advertising

FROM: Jan Hull - Caribbean Home Finder, Anchor Realty Ltd
SUBJECT: New advertising campaign - Leeward Highway Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands
DATE: April 17 2008

ANCHOR REALTY agent Jan Hull scooped the island Real Estate Industry with the first advertisement sign on the new hoardings erected on the Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.
Jan, promoting her website http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/ , invested in the 6ft x 12 ft display after learning about this new initiative.
“It’s a thrill to be in the air” said Jan, when looking at her advert. The placement coincided with her birthday by pure coincidence. “The best birthday present I could have had” said Jan.
CaribbeanHomeFinder is an innovative selling platform within Terrance Adam’s newly opened real estate company Anchor Realty Ltd. The office is located on Princess Drive, just opposite the Veranda and Alexandra developments.
“I offer a high quality, client orientated service, where communications between the client and myself are of the utmost importance” says Jan. “In today’s market, where there is so much competition, it is essential that my clients know that they can rely on me to see to their real estate needs in a personal and professional manner.”
Jan is photographed pointing at her new sign.
“The professional approach of Island Displays made the whole process so easy. They are a joy to work with” said Jan.
Jan and her husband moved to Turks and Caicos Islands in 2004 and still retain property in Maidstone. Rowland was an Ofsted Inspector, and Jan worked for Kent County Council , UK, within the Education Sector.
“The response so far has been really positive, and I look forward to successfully marketing a whole range of properties across the Islands, bringing in investors who want only the best.”
“I feel privileged to be able to live, work and invest in these beautiful islands and I wish to share this wonderful experience.” said Jan.
Jan can be contacted at 649 242 1714 or through her website http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/