"Some days it feels like you’re swimming against the tide, fighting to breathe while others pull you down just to feel taller," says an unknown seasoned real estate professional. That’s the reality of real estate in Jamaica. It isn’t always about the property—it’s about who gets to claim it, who the boss favors, and which colleagues play dirty just to look successful. If you’ve ever...
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“Buy land — because one day, the opportunity to do so will simply be a memory.” In Jamaica, owning land isn’t just a transaction — it’s a declaration. A declaration of independence, of vision, of intent to grow roots in soil that holds both cultural legacy and personal dreams. But in a market where price tags are climbing and prime locations are vanishing, those with a budget of J$10...
“In Jamaica’s real estate game, it’s not just about showing houses—it’s about outsmarting the competition, surviving the hustle, and carving your own space in a crowded market,” says Dean Jones, founder of Jamaica Homes. The real estate sector in Jamaica is one of the country’s most dynamic economic areas. With surging demand for housing and steady investment interest from locals and...
In the quiet hum of an office once filled with paper trails and calculators, a new sound echoes: the clicking silence of an algorithm doing in seconds what once took teams of trained minds. Across boardrooms and street corners, the question is no longer if artificial intelligence will change life as we know it—but how soon, and how deeply. According to Goldman Sachs, AI now drafts IPO prospectuses in...
As someone who has spent years navigating the real estate landscape in the United Kingdom and now Jamaica, I’ve worked with a wide range of properties—including church buildings that have long served as spiritual and community anchors. I know firsthand how deeply personal and emotional decisions around church property can be. For those of us of the Christian faith, these are matters to take to God in...
Nestled along the vibrant coastline of northern Jamaica, Ocho Rios has long been known for its postcard beaches, cascading waterfalls, and cruise ship charm. But beneath the tropical aesthetic, something more economically significant is happening — a quiet real estate transformation driven by both local demand and international investment. This isn’t just speculation — the...
In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, conversations about health often focus on gym routines, organic food labels, or the latest mental wellness app. But rarely do we zoom out and ask a more fundamental question: Where do you live? Not just the house, but the environment — the land, the air, the pace, the people. Because, whether we acknowledge it or not, real estate is health. In Jamaica,...
This story weaves in the practical application of various laws, concepts, and strategies to help contextualize each element in the journey of real estate ownership, development, and management in Jamaica. In the bustling city of Kingston, Jamaica, Alex and Priya had been looking to buy their first property. Both worked in the city—Alex was a civil engineer, and Priya was a marketing consultant—and...
Nestled along the scenic northern coast of Jamaica lies a cultural treasure waiting to be explored - Harmony Hall. With its rich history, architectural splendor, and vibrant cultural offerings, Harmony Hall stands as a testament to Jamaica's enduring legacy and serves as a beacon of heritage and creativity. Join us on a journey through the pages of this blog as we delve into the captivating world of...
Of course, it can. Growing up in Jamaica, I was often told that Flat Bridge, located in the parish of St. Catherine, could not be widened or reinforced with barriers, and that many had tried and failed. I can't speak much about those times, but with over 25 years in the fields of construction, architectural design, engineering, and surveying, I can confidently say: yes, it absolutely can. However, as...