Did you know that real estate agents charge a fee based on the value of your home? If you’re wondering, what is realtor commission? It’s a very important question since these fees can be anywhere from 1% to over 5% of the value of your property. Since these fees are taken out of the closing price of…
Read More“West is best,” they like to say here on the far edge of the island of St Croix. Here in Frederiksted, things are a little different than the rest of St Croix. There’s a funky, fun vibe here, one that weaves effortlessly with the charm of the centuries-old streets. And while it’s one of…
Read MoreIn the United States, almost 90% of homes are sold through real estate agents. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is who to hire as your real estate agent. Do you go with a listing agent or a selling agent? What’s the difference? And which one is right for you? In this blog post, we’ll…
Read MoreIt began with a rooftop, oceanfront tasting of ultra-rare Martinique rum at St Barth’s magnificent Le Barthelemy Hotel and Spa. It concluded with a rum festival right at the water’s edge in Gustavia, bookended by superyachts. And in between, the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth crowned the best rums in the world for 2022. …
Read MoreAccording to the FDIC, all residential real estate transactions valued at $400,000 or more require an appraisal. Most lenders require a home appraisal before granting a mortgage, too. So, if you’re selling your home, there’s a good chance a potential buyer might request a home appraisal. This is fairly standard procedure, but what is a home…
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