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Monday, November 18, 2019
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Cave Cay Private Island, Exuma, Bahamas
Mario Carey Realty
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www.grahamrealestate.com | Phone: (242) 356-5030 Orchid 1A Albany
2Bd, 2.5Bth | Furnished | Marina Residence | Living Area: 3,911 sq. ft.
$3,850,000
Ref: 25203
#2 Coral Beach Sandyport Marina Village
12 Island Drive-Port N.Providence 3bed 2bath | Single Family Home Living Area: 3,944 sq. ft.
Ref: 23673
4Bd, 4Bth | Canal Front Home
$1,295,000
$1,100,000
Ref: 12204
Love Beach Walk
Beach Lane Sandyport
3Bd, 2.5Bth | Condo
2Bd, 2Bth | Condo | Furnished
Eves on Cable Beach
3Bd, 3.5Bth | Ocean View Condo Living Area: 2,300 sq. ft.
Ref: 20318 price reduced $1,195,000
Elizabeth On Bay
Lot Size: 969 sq. ft. | Unit #2 MLS #32204 Business Opportunity, Commercial Building
Ref: 5103
$4,200 p/m
Lot #22 Sea Beach Addition Lot Size: 7,695 sq. ft. | Multi-Family MLS: 37475
$3,700 p/m
Ref: 10416
Lot 23 Western Shores
South Westridge Lot Size:8,250 sq.ft. | MLS: 35940
Ref: 19166
$2,600 p/m
Gleniston Gardens
Prince Charles Drive | Single-Family Lot Block 29, Lot 5| Size: 10,500 sq. ft
Kisskadee - Tusculum Turn Key
7Bd, 7Bth | West Bay Street Living Area: 9,321 sq. ft. | Ocean View Home
Ref: 10025
$2,595,000
Elizabeth On Bay
Area Size: 1,368 sq. ft. | Unit #7 MLS #33705 Commercial Space
Ref: 20494
$2,400 p/m
Line Bay Lots
Salt Pond, Long Island Lot Size starting at 19,646 sq. ft Electricity and telephone lines are installed
Ref: 23872
Gregory Graham President/Broker
$190,000
Laura Kimble Broker
Ref: 22568 price reduced $155,000
June Russell Broker
Dolly Griffin Sales Agent
Sophia Porras Sales Agent
Ref: 20779
Greg V. Miller Sales Agent
$95,000
Kevin Bastian Sales Agent
Ref: 11596
Delerese Pratt Sales Agent
$140,000
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BEYOND THE LOUSY LOANS
By Mike Lightbourn
you will borrow. And it will cut interest payments significantly. Yes, it’s true, many lenders have written mortgages that Once you have found a lending institution that offers could only be expected to go into default. However, the best rates and terms, sit down with a loan officer foreclosure is nothing new, and there are various and go over the math with them. reasons why a homeowner might be in trouble. Educate yourself on the various avenues that are Challenges may include maxing out on government available to reduce the cost of a mortgage. payroll deductions, economic hardship due to job loss, For instance, if you divide the amount due each month bad health or divorce, or even increased cost of living by four and make 52 weekly payments yearly as opposed outpacing income. to twelve monthly payments, you will reduce the Whatever the reason, the best way to avoid foreclosure amount paid over the length of the loan considerably . is to educate yourself and be prepared before making a Another option to cut interest costs is to negotiate home purchase. bi-weekly payments. Of course, these options must be Try to anticipate worst-case scenarios before choosing available in your mortgage agreement. the loan that is right for you. Try also to negotiate a mortgage that will allow you A buyer is faced with various repayment options, to make extra lump sum payments (when possible) to including the life of the loan. The cost of the loan will reduce the principal amount owed and build equity be significantly less if the buyer opts to pay it off in 15 faster. years as opposed to 30 for example. Most banks will allow you to make lump sum payments Conversely, the monthly payments will be significantly against the principal amount you owe during the loan higher, making it more difficult for the average buyer to period. meet their payment obligations, increasing the chances This will build equity faster by also reducing the life of defaulting. of the loan, which in turn will reduce the amount of Weigh your options carefully before choosing the type interest you pay. of loan you think you can handle. Making weekly (or bi-weekly) payments instead of monthly payments is equivalent to making one extra Loan Tips mortgage payment each year and is well worth doing so if your agreement allows it and you can make these Your goal is to use your own money to leverage the extra payments. purchase. If you can, aim to save for a 20% down Digital banking has made it easier than ever to pay on payment. your loan - no more standing in line at the bank. This may not be easy, but it will reduce the amount
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Union Wharf-CAC #505
Westridge Acreage-CAC #1918
An Investment Opportunity in Historic Downtown Nassau. One of the last urban waterfront redevelopment sites in The Bahamas. Union Wharf Redevelopment Site is located on The Harbour in the heart of Downtown Nassau; minutes away from the cruise ship port, and facing The Atlantis Resort. $18,500,000
Located on the eastern end of Westridge, this twelve (12) plus acres of prime lakefront property on a peninsula at Lake Cunningham is a superb location for the development of an exclusive lakefront community.
Winton Estates Home-CAC #1231
Watercolour Cay, Sandyport-CAC #8333
Located on the South side of East Bay Street, approximately 100 yards from McPherson’s Bend and Yamacraw Road is this well constructed 2 storey home. From its 2nd floor it has a breathtaking view of the ocean, and beach access is also within a short distance. $1,000,000
Located in the serene gated community of San- This beautiful, modern 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom dyport is this beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bathroom canal- home is located in the serene Indigo gated community, front home. Situated on one of the most prestigious in the Western district of New Providence. Cays in Sandyport this home is ideal for a small family seeking waterfront living. $875,000 $895,000
Westridge Home-CAC #919
Palatial Estates Home-CAC #55
A beautiful 4 bedroom 3.5 bathroom house located on lot #16 West Place Drive, Westridge a very desirable, high value, well maintained neighbourhood. The house is immediately north of the prestigious Sandyport Development. $1,300,000 $3,500,000
RENTALS
Indigo Home-CAC #1515
A beautiful, spacious two story single family house in gated enclave of Palatial Estates on Paradise Island due East of the scenic Cloisters Gardens. This lovely three bedroom two and a half bathroom house is one of only six (6) houses in this exclusive Enclave. $1,270,000
Golf Course Estates-CAC #596
Nestled in a cozy location on the beach which allows for luxury living and wonderful starts to the day, influenced by breathtaking views of the ocean which one awakens to greet the day.
$509,600
VACANT LAND
Deleport Point Condo-CAC #960- Beautiful, newly renovated Executive 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 3 floor condo in the gated community of Delaport Point on West Bay Street. $4,000
Marshall Road Acreage-CAC #4375 - 2.07 Acre oceanfront vacant lot, access by the main road with oceanview. $340,000
St. Luke’s Medical Centre-CAC #1118 - St. Luke’s Medical Center on Collin’s Avenue is centrally located, just minutes from Doctors’ Hospital and PMH. There are three (3) Medical Suites available comprised of a Private Office and Examination Room. $3,000
Culberts Hill Lot #14-CAC #142 - This fantastic single family residential lot nestled in the heart of Winton, is a great investment property or perfect for building your family home. $160,000
Suffolks House Unit #11-CAC #112 - Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo located in a partially gated community in Paradise Island. It is fully furnished and equipped with its own washer and dryer, storage space and swimming pool. $2,200
High Point Estates Lot #55-CAC #5511 - This large multi-family lot in High Point Estates is being offered complete with approved plans for a 2 unit townhouse dwelling. $155,000
Leeward Drive-CAC #210 - Lovely 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit located in the quiet Leeward Drive neighbourhood. This unit comes fully furnished and with a backup generator, and a nice shared covered backyard patio, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing and taking in the peaceful environment. $2,000
Jacaranda Estates-CAC #314 - Jacaranda is a fairly new gated community, where high end custom built homes and neatly landscaped yards already exist. $138,000
Mackey Street Warehouse-CAC #221 - With just under two thousand square feet, this centrally located warehouse space is perfect for simply storage, and/or a low traffic business. $2,000
Charles Christie President
Cheslie Christie Vice President
Gavin Christie Managing Partner
Elizabeth Mackay Agent
Jessica Thompson Agent
Craig Clarke Agent
Fix Hill Triplex Lot-CAC #985 - Nice 6,078 sq.ft multi-family lot located on a hill. The subject property has a foundation for a triplex and comes with approved plans. $120,000
Reneika Knowles Agent
Desmond McIntosh Agent
Phillippa Newton Agent
Charlene Gibson Agent
Erin Bethell-Jones Agent
Suzette Darville Agent
sales@cachristie.com | West Bay Street | Tel: 242-326-4800, 242-325-7960 | Fax: 242-326-5684
Chris Adderley Agent
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DEVELOPERS DIRECT COMMERCIAL LAND OFFICE LEASE HOME RENTALS RESIDENTIAL LOTS RESTAURANT SPACE
NEW RESTAURANT SPACE AVAILABLE!
Jolika Buckner, Broker
13 Jacaranda Close Stunning single family home on corner lot with over 125 feet of canal frontage with boat dock and generator. Quality features include bamboo floors, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. $6,250 per month
NEW LISTING! Now taking applications for new restaurant in the heart of Sandyport Marina Village! 2,100 sq ft with magnificent waterfront views of the Grand Canal. Floor plans and elevations available for serious inquiries. Please contact us for more information. $7,000 per month
195 Sandyport Drive 3-bed 3.5-bath end-unit townhome with spacious living areas and lots of storage. Modern kitchen features granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Fenced-in garden. $4,750 per month
2 Coral Beach Spacious 4-bed 4-bath single family home with own pool, beach, dock and generator. Open plan downstairs with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, high end ceram ic tile, and bamboo floor wood floor upstairs. Lovely patio area outside is ideal for outside entertaining. $8,000 per month
6 Coral Beach Spacious 4-bed 4-bath open plan single family home with own pool, beach, dock and generator. Quality finishes throughout, including mahogany wood floors in bedrooms, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, high-end ceramic tile, raised wood cabinetry in the kitchen and raised ceilings and brick driveway. Lovely patio area outside is ideal for outside entertaining. $8,000 per month
www.sandyport.com
Contact: Jolika Buckner, Broker | Work: 327-2425 | Cell: 376-1662 | E-mail: jbuckner@sandyport.com
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