Caribbean Property – Investing in Paradise?

May 7, 2008 by Dan Chamberlain

Caribbean real estateWhen many people think about Caribbean property, images of sandy white beaches and lush tropical greenery may spring to mind. However, it is not just these pleasant images which make Caribbean property so appealing. There are many Caribbean property opportunities available which are tailored for investment and anticipated to generate substantial profits for astute investors.

For a Caribbean property to be tailored for investment, there are two important principles which must be followed.

  • Firstly, setup costs must be minimized to allow investment opportunities to be a viable option to most investors. Also, the less your setup costs are in comparison to profit, the higher your return on investment will be.
  • Secondly, profit must be maximized. To maximize profit on your Caribbean property, there are several factors which must be given due care and consideration.

For example, many investors would require that their Caribbean property be fully managed to provide a healthy rental income. Therefore a management agency or company would ideally be setup to maximize rental occupancy, room rate charged and to fully manage the day-to-day running of the Caribbean property and surrounding land/site.

A favorable way for this to be setup is to buy a Caribbean property within a hotel or resort which is run by a well known and respected operator. This added brand name can greatly benefit the rental potential of your Caribbean property from day one.

Capital growth is also an important aspect to consider. Investors ideally need to conduct research to ensure that they are buying a Caribbean property which will experience sufficient demand for rental and for re-sale. This ongoing demand will ensure that property values will continue to increase and generate a substantial capital profit if and when the investor wishes to sell their Caribbean property.

There are many tax breaks to benefit from on your chosen Caribbean property. On some islands, there are no capital gains or inheritance tax to pay, making buying a Caribbean property a very attractive proposition compared to buying in other countries.

With due care and consideration, investors will be able to buy a Caribbean property which should adhere to all the above aspects and prove to be a profitable long term investment.

This guest post was written by Dan Chamberlain. If you have any questions or responses to this article, please post a comment below.



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Comment by Russell Volk
2008-08-29 06:56:45

I’ve been to Carribean on numerous occassions and I always see these people at the airport trying to entice you to join their sales pitch to buy a timeshare. I’m sure in the future, there will be more and more of these people asking you to join them to buy a condotel.

Great post.

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Comment by Bizblogged1
2008-09-21 12:27:37

Clearly stated facts about Caribbean properties. This is informative on investing with wonder land, Caribbean. Nice to hear these guidelines.

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Comment by Nicholas Marr
2008-09-24 10:44:13

Time share has a bad name amongst most discerning Caribbean propert buyers however fractional ownership is a complete diffrent ball game.This method of buying a luxury Caribbean property is on the increase unlike timeshare you actually own the property your name along with you co owners is on the deeds

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Comment by Iryrsslp
2008-09-28 22:34:15

hFvi5i comment5,

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Comment by Seanster
2008-10-02 04:46:39

Any type of investment shall always be considered as a good investment and what will also count is on how you handle them. Good post…

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Comment by Investing
2008-10-03 12:15:10

Online Investing is one key aspect of modern mechanism of trading.This has revolutionised the investing and the strategies are also being redefined.

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Comment by Samantha
2008-10-13 11:05:58

I almost bought Carribean property in 2005, however the massive hurricanes that year scared me off!

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Comment by MA Realtor
2008-10-14 08:14:05

I wonder what the property taxes are on Carribean real estate or if there are property taxes at all and any other negatives to foreign ownership.

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Comment by Jason
2008-10-20 22:45:09

Investing in Caribbean is a very tempting offer but shouldn’t the investor be informed about the different aspect of investing in caribbean what are the ins and our of investing there. People who are really interested should at least do some research read good book written by a real estate expert. one such expert I read http://www.deangraziosi.com/ was surly very help full. I am sure these things at the end make you more wiser and help you make a good investment.

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Comment by Stephen
2008-10-23 13:02:26

A lot of people don’t realize there are still opportunities to purchase island properties, not everything is owned by resorts or staked as reserves. Visit Acreage Anywhere to find land available in locations like Fiji for your purchase or investment!

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Comment by JO
2008-10-30 01:13:04

Property in Pattaya is one of best residential in Thailand
I invite you when you go to Thailand, don’t forget togo to Pattya City

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Comment by David
2008-10-30 14:19:57

Looks nice and all, but I wonder how useful it is to have a vacation property that you can’t get to without boarding a plane. I owned a vacation property in Florida for several years, but it never seemed to make sense to own something that I only spent one month a year enjoying. All that was fine when the markets were accelerating and the appreciation offset the costs of ownership, but what about now? I’d rather purchase a vacation home somewhere within a couple hours drive of my house. At least then I can drive home if the weather stinks!

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Comment by Dan
2008-10-31 01:35:43

David,

I think you have missed the point of this investment.
As it is foremost an Investment and not a holiday property.
As an investment this provides a guaranteed yield for the first two years and then moves into a profit share with the hotel company that manage the site.
It is a commercial opportunity with the added bonus of taking 30 days free use a year.
There are residential units on site that can be used entirely for your own use.
For more information i suggest you visit our website at http://www.freshinvest.co.uk.

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Comment by Sonja
2008-10-31 02:34:17

found last month something like freshinvest but i like it more they have very good plans see yourself https://www.twimboe.com

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Comment by Dennis Romeiser
2008-11-01 02:46:10

The only drawback with the caribbean islands is that there are no double tax treaties with major countries. In some cases you will be taxed twice.

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2009-04-03 10:20:50

Barbados actually has a double tax treaty with the US.

http://www.taxalmanac.org/index.php/Income_Tax_Treaty_with_Barbados,_1984

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Comment by Dan
2008-11-03 01:48:50

Correct Dennis, although on some of our Caribbean properties the developer has reached an agreement with the Government to try to alleviate some of the taxes that you must pay.
For example, in the dominican republic there are exemptions on Capital Gains, Income and Property Purchase taxes for ten years.

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Comment by Alex
2008-11-04 04:36:26

A Paradise property to visit next holiday.

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Comment by ijook
2008-11-06 02:04:53

Pattaya is one of best Paradise in Thailand, don’t forget to see

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Comment by Motel for sale
2008-11-11 01:54:17

Iâ??m sure in the future, there will be more and more of these people asking you to join them to buy a condo/HOtel.

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Comment by REO Arizona
2008-11-12 19:05:38

Great article! Very insightful. Thanks!

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2008-12-11 19:09:37

This is simply brilliant! I didn’t know this is how it works now. Very informative post.

-Sarah

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Comment by mrealtor
2008-12-29 03:53:51

Interesting and informative post. Thank you for your effort.

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Comment by Chris Liman
2008-12-30 09:42:25

There is a new website which has just come on line this week which is focused on investing in businesses for sale and/or commercial real estate in the Caribbean, http://www.BizCarib.com. They have a soft launch now as they are gathering listings for the website. Check it out, http://www.BizCarib.com. It is very professional and the best I’ve see for the Caribbean.

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2009-01-03 06:11:05

Ah, how nice it would be to own some Caribbean real estate so that every time the Australian cricket team toured the Windies I could go on a fact finding tour and take in the cricket with the excuse that I was working

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Comment by properti surabaya Subscribed to comments via email
2009-01-03 16:52:13

What a unique examination. Tourism region always has great attraction. According to my experience, when I developed real estate project in Bali anything is far more expensive than other region. So the property should be offered internationally rather than targeted local segment. It’s rather complicated because of high standard requirement but the return must be higher too.

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2009-01-11 05:00:27

The caribbean is a never ending showroom for foreign investment. Every day hundreds of huge cruise ships arrive from which tourists disembark, with strong acquisitive power and with enthusiasm to place their capital in emerging real estate markets.
At the time of thinking about retirement, The caribbean is one of the most attractive destinations, because of a large amount of land with panoramic views, land prices considerably lower than others locations with an equal setting, an unrivaled location, and an excellent infrastructure.

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Comment by bacolod property
2009-01-22 01:14:42

Your article is much more informatics for all of the visitor. I am very happy to read it. This is really very nice. Thank you for it.

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Comment by Jimmy Trader
2009-01-23 09:14:19

Hi, I am new to this, but am thinking about buying a place in the Caribbean, specifically the US Virgin Islands. I found this website http://www.waterislandlots.com which advertises custom-built homes there for under $600K. Does this sound realistic? Has anyone used this company before? Thanks!

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Comment by Jimmy Trader
2009-01-23 09:15:51

Hi, I am new to this, but I am planning on buying in the Caribbean, specifically the US Virgin Islands. I found this website called waterislandlots.com which advertises custom-built homes for $600K or less… does this sound realistic? Has anyone used this company before? Thanks!

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2009-01-26 21:36:50

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Comment by davao city
2009-01-27 19:56:48

I’ve found that sometimes a good visual can make all the difference to a blog post, so I’m always sure to include at least one. They brighten the place up a little too.

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Comment by Dan
2009-02-13 03:40:06

thank you all for commenting on my article, if you want more info on caribbean property investment contact me through my website here http://www.freshinvest.co.uk.

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Comment by Apdaila
2009-02-26 07:06:03

That is highly recommended.

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Comment by cheap checks
2009-02-27 21:27:08

I agree with your idea but, there are different school of thoughts producing different ideas that has to brought into consideration.

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Comment by Jonathan Phan
2009-03-09 17:03:48

It would be great to own some real estate in the Caribbean

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2009-03-20 23:31:29

Good posting! I enjoyed reading it. Iâ??m new in this real estate business and want to know the quick tricks to earn good profits.

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Comment by Sam Chapman
2009-04-03 05:17:38

I wonder what the cost of homeowner’s insurance is in the area. With the threat of hurricanes every year, it must be significant.

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2009-04-10 01:46:06

you have some really good posts here. Im going to spend the next few days reading them. i love your writing style and I�m really happy to visited your blog. keep those posts coming

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Comment by newcondosonline Subscribed to comments via email
2009-04-15 00:40:39

Investing in Paradise to make your choice organized and safe. Because it will prove that you own the house. It will help you a lot experience

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2009-04-16 01:33:34

I must say that pics is awesome. I would like to tell you that this blog is very informative about real estate investment in Carribean.

Thanks for such blog

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Comment by New Condos For Sale Subscribed to comments via email
2009-04-19 20:00:35

Buying a new home abroad is not as easy as of earlier times, and it can be a real head-splitter. But buying a home can also become a wonderful experience, if we learn to find and solve all the problems

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Comment by Lakefront Condos
2009-04-20 21:34:08

Some lakefront properties set themselves apart from the rest. Less than a 4-hour drive from the areas of Washington, DC, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey is a village at the Bear Trap Dunes, which was given the “2002 Development of the Year” award for some of the best lakefront property in the area. Near Delaware, elegant lakefront property is available next to the Indian River Bay.

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Comment by Cabo Luxury homes
2009-05-04 02:28:40

I would like to tell you that this blog is very informative about real estate investment in Carribean. Investing in Paradise to make your choice organized and safe. Because it will prove that you own the house…….

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Comment by Cabo Luxury homes
2009-05-12 21:32:17

investment opportunities to be a viable option to most investors. Also, the less your setup costs are in comparison to profit, the higher your return on investment will be.

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Comment by Nicaragua Condos Subscribed to comments via email
2009-05-22 23:07:28

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Comment by Walter Grande
2009-05-27 08:18:55

I don’t know, international property investment scares me. It could work for those who dont mind being that far away from their investment.

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Comment by Atlanta Real Estate
2009-05-28 18:44:12

Not much real info here but this is a lot better idea than the mountain in North Canada that was recommended in another article.

There are still bargains in Coasta Rica as well.

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Comment by Chicago Condos
2009-06-08 01:47:33

When deciding to purchase a home, there are lots of decisions to be made. One question to examine is whether or not to buy something that has been newly constructed. Chicago new homes are available in a wide variety of setting. For instance, there are many new home communities in the Chicago area. These include the Parc Chestnut, Concord at Jefferson Park MultiFamily Development, Concord at Jefferson Park Single Family Development, and Library Tower. The prices in Library Tower run between $237,000-$703,000. The homes in Parc Chestnut can be anywhere from $274,000-$654,000. Units in Jefferson Park MultiFamily range from $417,000-$477,000, while Jefferson Park Single Family homes fall in the vicinity of $588,000. Even with all of these options out there, there are still advantages and disadvantages to choosing a Chicago new home. Advantages of Purchasing a New Home in Chicago There are several reasons to buy a new home in The Windy City. The first reason is your rudimentary structural safety. Older houses may have any number of issues including poor plumbing, lead based paint, and cracked foundations. New construction uses modern technology to ensure the safety of the structure. In addition, new building allows you to customize your home to your specifications. Beyond the fact that you can choose a floor plan, after you have decided on your desired home, you get to enjoy spending time in the design gallery. This may be the most fun part about picking out a new home. You get to select all kinds of things, from what type of tile and carpet you would prefer, to whether you desire a side-by-side refrigerator or a convection oven. The process can help you transform your new home into the home you’ve always dreamed about. The Disadvantages of Purchasing a Newly Constructed Home Still, there are cons to selecting a newly constructed dwelling. Perhaps the biggest con is the price. Newly constructed buildings are oftentimes more expensive, even before enhancements. Then there is the design gallery. The fun process that can personalize your home can also rack up a serious bill for you.

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Comment by Seattle Condos Subscribed to comments via email
2009-06-11 23:42:44

is a significant feature of the Indian realty market under the initiation of the investors and developers

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Comment by Moshe Cohen
2009-08-01 03:47:16

I would like to invest in a market I know nearby and go on vacation to places I do not know.

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Comment by Alara Cockburn
2009-08-08 01:18:24

Nice Post. Your information will be useful to people who like to know about real estate market investing. The new comers of real estate market can learn secrets and tricks from experts. Books, CDROM course and training course in online are available to get valuable information about real estate market. To escape from recession, real estate marketers have to know about secrets of investing real estate market.

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2009-08-12 22:43:37

Want to live in comfortable and paradisic islands of Caribbean? If you�re tired of living in a urban areas and want to experience a different ways of living, Caribbean is your best choice. What would it take for you to find the best place in the Caribbean in the first place?

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2009-08-19 08:49:33

The Caribbean is a beautiful place with beautiful people. The homes there have potential for investing. You just need to understand what direction the economy is going on a island before investing.

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Comment by Moshe Cohen
2009-08-23 04:51:02

Try to buy a second hand timeshare in the USA, you probably will get it at 50% off the promoter’s price

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Comment by property prices
2009-09-24 23:28:17

This is a good blog.
Thanks.

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Comment by Pakistan Property
2009-10-13 00:52:00

The idea to buy a Caribbean property within a hotel or resort which for rental yield appealed me because if you don’t get the desired price from the buyer for your property, at least you can earn enough money by the tourists and wait till the prices move up.

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Comment by David hogard
2009-10-28 05:44:42

Now i just visit and reading your post, many investors would require that their Caribbean property be fully managed to provide a healthy rental income.

http://propertyinvestment.blogebay.com/2009/10/28/tips-on-profitable-property-investment/

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2009-11-19 08:43:47

[...] with Caribbean property for example can be a real treat as well as provide a beautiful vacation or even year round home for [...]

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Comment by Clara James
2009-11-24 02:23:29

Caribbean property is attractive property and lots of visitors enjoy moving around Caribbean. Investors are looking towards Caribbean property because with the passage of time the value of Caribbean property is also increasing. So they invest in hotels because they know that they will get handsome earnings from hotel business. As the property investors of allrealestateproperty.blogspot have done similar things.

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Comment by estate agents Subscribed to comments via email
2009-11-26 22:38:30

Nice good informative blog.First-of-all everyone must think again & again when putting their savings into an investment property.

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Comment by alabang houses
2009-12-04 03:48:32

Investing in a truly appealing place will guaranty substantial return by fully managing the property. A lot of visitors comes there seasonally, investing in hotels will be in great advantage.

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Comment by bhartirealty
2009-12-06 06:23:12

Interesting article….

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Comment by Istanbul Property
2010-01-14 04:12:53

The investors should also search mediterranean spots to invest. There are unbelivable deals going on at the moment offering discounted prices and high rental returns.

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Comment by Real Estate Living
2010-02-03 20:38:13

Investing in a paradise island is a great great choice! Nice blog!!!

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Comment by UsaRealEstate
2010-02-08 22:16:18

You have some really good posts here. I like your writing style and you are intended blogger ,I’m really happy to visited your blog. Keep those posts coming

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Comment by Me again
2010-02-10 09:48:53

sorry, wasn’t spamming, but the page kept telling me that it was no longer available..

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Comment by Four Ed
2010-03-16 06:42:56

This is a great post. It is tempting to buy into the owning a property in the Caribbean ethos; especially when you have visited there a few times and know how beautiful it is. However, a large percentage of property in this region is sold by fractional ownership. Therefore, if you are looking to buy in the Caribbean, then there are many options to choose from.

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2010-04-01 21:23:23

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