A team meeting to remember

This is a great photo of our colleague Andrew, on our morning visit to the Northwest Point area of Providenciales, where we have listed some new stunning virgin land.

Opposite clear blue seas, we explored this location and found the boundary markers that identity each plot. The breezes are cooling and the location is really wonderful.

Terrrance and Albert have two 10 acre plots, one on the beach and a second one plot back. Zoned for commercial use, the plots are screaming for hotel and residential development.

Getting to the location was a bit of a trial, as the road was cut out some time ago, and is overgrown in places. Fortunately we had the use of sturdy four wheel drive vehicles to overcome the challenge.

We also found, in the bushes and much to our surprise, a relatively new set of outdoor furniture, but without the cushions! Evidently we had stumbled upon a secret bbq place, a frying pan hanging in the bushes, two crude fire pits. and a dented old oil barrel.....what fun. This was, after all, some 2 miles from the nearest road and right in the bush.

We could not resist the temptation to take a photo of us all on the beach lounging in these chairs, so we "borrowed" them briefly for the photograph. We of course returned them to their original location undamaged, but had a bit of fun in the meantime.

The worries of the world were miles away as we scouted around the location, familiarizing ourselves with the layout and location of the land. Feeling very privileged to be in this place at this time, we wondered about what this opportunity may bring someone.

Keep an eye on our website, where photos and location mapping will soon be published. This was a team meeting to be valued.

Land to build on in Turks and Caicos

It's funny how when you least expect it you make a new connection and before you know it, you have a new client who then becomes a friend.

My car needed attention and so I found myself near the launderette (where the cobbler is!) asking Wayne the alternator specialist to check out my battery and alternator .

He asked me to leave the car for the day and when I returned he'd fixed the problem and commented on my realtor signs advertising me on the sides of my car.

As we chatted he asked me to list his land in Chalk Sound. I was flattered..especially as there is a realtor's office right by his garage and of course everyone knows everyone else.

I didn't ask, grateful of the new business, and as we worked through the paperwork, he nonchalantly told me his friend and business partner had the piece next to his and he would list too.

The next day, my boss, Terrance and I trundled out in blistering heat to identify the lots, take pictures and erect signs.

We found ourselves down a dirt track where rally drivers would have fun. That's the fun of real estate on island; you find yourself in all sorts of undiscovered places !

I must remember to have a pair of hiking boots in the car and ditch the high heels.

These adjacent lots of around half an acre do have good views of Chalk Sound and Sapodila Bay.

Plots in Chalk Sound have escalated in price over recent years and fewer are now available as they are bought and lovely homes have been built.

Greg's lot has planning permission and slightly smaller at 0.41 acres.

Wayne's is 0.58 acres.

They are great guys and I would really like to sell their land so they can invest the proceeds in their business ventures.

Get in touch if you feel that building your dream home is something you'd like to consider.

Many people have already invested in land and it really is straight forward and welcomed here.

Check out more on my website

http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

Call me on (649) 242 1714.

Snowbirds fly to Turks and Caicos

As I called my father in England to wish him a happy birthday on Tuesday, he said it was really cold over there. Hard to imagine when we are sitting in as little clothing as possible and yearning to get in the sea to cool off, instead of being in front of the computer in the office.

Then a girlfriend in South Carolina called and said it was cold there. She is returning to her little house on the canal next week, for her five month stay to paint.

So it seems that the weather is turning cold quickly .Time for the snowbirds from all over the world,to prepare to come here for their winter season of catching up with friends,reading,sunning,diving,fishing and whatever.

Perhaps you should and could think about joining them?It's a great place to unwind and take stock of what's important in life.

As Delta announced recently that they were putting on an extra direct flight from Atlanta,we must have something that lots of people want.

There are owners of all sorts of properties who would be happy to rent to you from one month to a year...depends on how long you need to feel completely relaxed and integrated!

Call or e mail me for information on rentals available and maybe you will want to buy that little piece of paradise for yourself .It's all that easy.

http://www.caribbeanhomefinder.net/

(649) 242 1714

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

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/

Massive reduction in tax on new purchases

Great news for home buyers and investors in Turks and Caicos Islands, where the Government has announced a massive reduction in Stamp Duty on property purchases. Currently at a 9.75% level on Providenciales, the tax has been reduced for a limited period to 6%. The effective date is April 1st thru June 30th.

In Grand Turk, South Caicos, Middle Caicos, North Caicos and Salt Cay, the stamp duty is reduced from 5% to 3%.

This means, of course, that any investor can save a huge amount of money on their purchases. So...... looks like the piggy banks are going to get broken open and that second or third home purchased in a hurry!

Caribbean Home Finder has some great buys at the moment.

Check out the website and get in contact!