07292019 HOME BUYERS' GUIDE

H ome Buyers’ Guide The Tribune

Monday, July 29, 2019

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www.grahamrealestate.com | Phone: (242) 356-5030 Comfortably Numb - Lyford Cay

4Bd, 4.5Bth | Canal Front Home | Living Area: 3,792 sq. ft | Lot Size: 28,183 sq. ft | MLS: 26533

Ref: 13950

Price Reduced

Sea Breeze

3Bd, 2Bth | 1Bd, 1Bth apartment 10,363 sq. ft. Lot | 2,772 sq. ft. Living

Ref: 12159

Reduced

$385,000

12 Island Drive

3Bd, 2Bth | Port New Providence Lot size: 17,040 sq. ft. | MLS: 37218

$1,295,000

Ref: 23673

408 One Ocean Place Condo

3A Caves Heights

3Bd, 3.5Bth | Paradise Island Fully Furnished| Living: 2,700 sq. ft.

2Bd, 2.5Bth | Building 4 Condo

903 Columbus Cove

Condo | Love Beach 3Bd, 3Bth | Living Area: 1,498 sq. ft.

Ref: 24733

$495,000

#91 Charlottesville

3Bd, 3Bth | Single-Family Home Fully Furnished| Living: 2,300 sq. ft.

$3,450,000

Canal Front Home

7Bd, 7.5Bth | Colony Bay, G.B. Lot: 87,120 sq. ft. | MLS: 33610

Ref: 20489

$6,346,789

#3603 Venetian West Condo 3Bd, 2Bth | Windsor Field Road Fully Furnished | MLS: 35012

Available July 21st, 2019

Ref: 24211

$5,500 p/m

Lot #22 Sea Beach Addition Multi-Family Lot Size: 7,695 sq. ft. | MLS: 37475

Ref: 23872

Gregory Graham President/Broker

$190,000

Laura Kimble Broker

$7,500 p/m

Ref: 24209

Lot 23 Western Shores

Lot Size: 8,250 sq.ft. | South Westridge MLS: 35940

Ref: 22568 Price Reduced $155,000

June Russell Broker

Dolly Griffin Sales Agent

Sophia Porras Sales Agent

Ref: 24589

$5,500 p/m

Cape Santa Maria

Long Island | Lot B11 1.24 Acres | MLS: 18536

Ref: 6595

Greg V. Miller Sales Agent

$430,000

Kevin Bastian Sales Agent

Ref: 21706

$4,200 p/m

Windermere Lot

Freeport, Grand Bahama Size: 17,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 33701

Ref: 20864

Delerese Pratt Sales Agent

$55,000

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HOME SWEET HOME

By Mike Lightbourn

WHAT does a home mean to you?

Ask anyone this question and you’ll likely get a bundle of answers.

I’m not talking about the dictionary definition of a home as a place to live permanently, or as a member of a family or household.

This goes a lot deeper.

Everyone yearns for a comfort zone. A place where you can feel calm and safe. Where you look forward to returning after a day at work, an outing or a holiday.

Home is a feeling of contentment and happiness. It’s something you can share with family and friends, whether it’s around a dining room table, in a living room or on a porch.

The environment you create doesn’t just affect you, it will make an impression on buyers.

If your home is just brick and mortar to you, follow these steps to create a special place that pulls you.

And remember, buyers are attracted to homes that evoke feelings or comfort, calmness and security.

These tips are especially helpful if you’re preparing your home for a sale.

Go Green Plants aren’t just visually pleasing. Studies show they can create a calming environment, ease anxiety and promote a better night’s sleep through fragrance and by improving air quality.

Jasmine, rosemary, aloe, English Ivy and Areca palms are some of the plants that fall into this category. They can grow indoors and outdoors.

Electronic No No Spaghetti-like tangles of cords and cables are a turn off. If you don’t have small wireless devices, tie up the cords in a cabinet or hide behind a console. Designate a single drawer for techie stuff, such as power chargers, batteries and remote controls.

Declutter Keep your home clean and tidy. Going home to a mess at the end of the day is not conducive to relaxing.

After a hard day at work or play and sitting in bumper to bumper traffic, the home should convey a sense of calmness through order.

Soothing Colours Create a soothing environment with soft pastels, creams or off whites. Avoid dark and bright colours – especially bright yellows, oranges and reds. Soft blues and greens are calming.

Avoid busy patterns on furniture and curtains. They can be distracting.

Soft Lighting Bright overhead lighting can be hard on the eyes and nerves.

Use soft lighting to create ambience. A dimmer will allow you to turn lights up or down.

Fresh Flowers Place a potted flowering orchid or cut flowers in your favourite room or rotate outdoor flowering plants inside.

Flowers provide a nice focal point and promote cheer.

Mike Lightbourn is president of Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty

Get a Dog or Cat Studies show pets help reduce stress.

Sure, they can create a mess, but if you love them, you will be rewarded in love tenfold, not to mention the entertainment they provide.

If you haven’t owned a pet before, make Outdoor Retreat We live on a beautiful island where gorgeous flowering trees sure you understand what it entails beand vegetation thrive in abundance. Use foliage to create a fore taking on the responsibility.

Keep your home free of pet odours and secret garden with lots of shade.

Plant flowering vegetation, such as firecracker, and use wa- clean any litter boxes and food bowls on a regular basis. ter features to attract hummingbirds.

Create an open-air sitting area on your porch or patio with QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? outdoor furniture and a fireplace or grill.

Contact me at: info@cbbahamas.com Sleep Oasis Make your master bedroom a soothing, serene space. Use calming colours, good pillows and mattress and soft textures to create comfort and peace. A good night’s sleep is critical to a person’s well- being.

Watches & Warnings TROPICAL STORM WATCH

Tropical storm conditions are possible, usually within 48 hours.

TROPICAL STORM WARNING Tropical storm conditions are expected, usually within 36 hours.

HURRICANE WATCH

Hurricane conditions are possible, usually within 48 hours.

HURRICANE WARNING

Hurricane conditions are expected, usually within 36 hours.

TROPICAL STORM

Sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph

HURRICANE

Sustained winds of 74 mph or higher

SAFFIR-SIMPSON HURRICANE WIND SCALE

Category 1: 74 to 95 mph Category 2: 96 to 110 mph Category 3: 111 to 129 mph Category 4: 130 to 156 mph Category 5: 157 mph or higher

BE PREPARED!

The season officially BEGAN on JUNE 1, 2019, and will END on NOVEMBER 30, 2019

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Union Wharf-CAC #505

Tonique Williams Darling-CAC #2845

Prime real estate comprising of 3 lots approximately 1.27 acres on the busy Tonique Williams-Darling Highway. 2 lots are in front of the location on which sits 2 buildings approximating 6,000 sq.ft in size represented by 2 floors approximating 3,000 sq.ft on each floor. $17,000,000 $2,000,000

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 minutes away from the cruise ship port, and facing The Atlantis Resort.

Governor’s Cay, Sandyport-CAC #1601

Sandyport Drive-CAC #1541

Monastery Park-CAC #9417

Located on Sandyport Drive, this colonial style two (2) storey residence with wrap around balconies has a gorgous view of the marina. This unique lot is over 1/4 acre and has approximately 4,800 ft of living space.

Lovely ten (10) 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment units situated in the peaceful community of Monastery Park just off of Prince Charles Drive, North of the entrance to Sea Breeze.

$1,150,000

$941,176

Collins Avenue-CAC #7960

Indigo Home-CAC #1515

Fully furnished, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house in gat- This beautiful, modern 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ed community. This house has beautiful views of the home is located in the serene Indigo gated commucanal, Boat dock, lots of storage space; Carport; Roll nity, in the Western district of New Providence. down shutters, large patio (full length of the house).

RENTALS

$700,000

$320,000

VACANT LAND

Westridge Home-CAC #1512 -Nestled in the upper middle class community of Westridge, in the heart of Cable Beach & nightlife, 5 minutes from the world famous BahaMar Resort & Casino to the East and Sir. Lynden Pindling International Airport to the West, this gem is close to everything yet very secluded. $8,500

Marshall Road Acreage-CAC #4375 - 2.07 Acre oceanfront vacant lot, access by the main road with oceanview. $340,000 Lake Cunningham Estates-CAC #2600 - Vacant lot located in the exclusive gated community of Lake Cunningham Estates. This single family lot is slightly elevated and sits between two beautiful houses and just up the street from the park. $250,000

Bayroc Condo-CAC #404 - This beautifully appointed Bayroc end unit has lots of natral light, and a large terrace overlooking the ocean that nearly spans the entire length of the unit. $5,900

Sunrise Estates-CAC #1290 - Great Development opportunity located within walking distance to the beach. This Multi-family lot is zoned for 8 units and is Ideal for small townhouse or condo development. $195,000

Paradise Island Condo-CAC #3350 - This lovely serene dockside 2nd floor unit is located on beautiful Paradise Island, and features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, dining and living roomwith an open floor plan and tranquil view of the harbour. $5,500

Culberts Hill Lot-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. $170,000

Coral Harbour Home-CAC #2400 - Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom executive rental located in Coral Vista. The home has 16ft tray ceilings, hurricane impact windows, central air, built-in stove and stainless steel oven & refrigerator. $4,000

Charles Christie President

Dowdeswell St. Comm. Bldg.-CAC #3307

Professional office building previously from which a Great commercial building in the Dowdeswell Street dental practice operated. Ideally suited for same but area ideally suited for law practice, but can also be easily adaptable to any other practice of a profes- adjusted for other professional service use. sional nature.

$875,000

$895,000

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Cheslie Christie Vice President

Gavin Christie Managing Partner

Elizabeth Mackay Agent

Jessica Thompson Agent

McKinney Drive Lot H-CAC #5190 - This 7,931 sq.ft lot located through McKinny Drive, and is the perfect lot for a triplex development. $75,000

Craig Clarke Agent

Reneika Knowles Agent

Desmond McIntosh Agent

Phillippa Newton 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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Contact me today for all your real estate needs

Sales * Rentals * Management * Listings

Coretta Owen

MOBILE: 1.242.424.9092 EMAIL: coretta@moskorealty.com

BRI, CRS, CIPS, CRB, BA, MBA Broker & Estate Agent

FOR SALE

FOR RENT

BAYROC CONDO

SEABEACH CONDO

MLS#37125 $995,000.00

MLS#36915 $2,400.00 PM

Spacious condo with beautiful ocean views - located on 2nd floor and has 3 beds 3.5 baths - semi furnished - assigned parking - Gated community - 24 hour security - Beach access Generator - tennis courts & much more.

Spacious 2 beds 2 baths - with office - enclosed yard - back yard for entertaining - fully furnished - move in ready - Water included - 2 Assigned parking spaces - Close to beaches - restaurants - schools.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

ST. LUKE’S LAB

LAKE CUNNINGHAM LOT 80

MLS#37732 $575,000.00

MLS#37419 $485,000.00

Located on the high traffic area of Collins Avenue - this former medical lab is an ideal investment property or medical facility - Full back up generator - Floor plan design for sharing - Great retail option - Ample parking.

Stunning residential lot in Lake Cunningham is cleared and readyf to build your dream home. Boasting 1/2 acre and located on the lake and ready for your boat. 24 hour security - off BahaMar Blvd.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE/ FOR RENT

SAFFRON HILL

DELAPORTE TOWNHOUSE

LOT #2

MLS#6583 $474,000.00

MLS#6576 $449,000

LOT #3

MLS#6584 $448,000.00

MLS#6575 $3,400.00 PM Delarporte gated community - West Bay Street - pools - beach access. Unit offers 3 floors patio walk out to beach - assigned parking - Great rental property.

Locared in the gated community of Saffron hill. These 2 spectacular lots offers breath taking beach front views with no obstructions. Walking distance to community play grounds, tennis courts & pools. Ideal for your dream home.

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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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Bring the Tropics indoor with

PLANTS

AS hard as it may be for some to believe, indoor plants are grown and chosen for their ease of maintenance. They are usually of the tropical variety of plants, those that are able to survive in low light conditions and generally take just the basic amount of attention to keep them going.

So as you can see, there really is no reason why you shouldn’t go out and get yourself an indoor plant.

HOW TO GROW YOUR HOUSE PLANTS: As mentioned indoor plants are generally chosen to make life easy on its owners. They also, for the most part that is, have the very same maintenance requirements, so for example if you water one plant just once a week usually that can apply to all of your tenants based on your house temperature and other elements.

However you should always read up on the specific care requirements of each plant to be certain that they are indeed receiving all of the needed attention.

SOIL FOR INDOOR PLANTS: A general purpose potting soil works fine for indoor plants. If you have a tendency to overwater your plants you may wish to add some additional perlite (the little while sponge balls that you see in the soil) so that it will help the water to drain through the soil more quickly. On the other hand if you are “forgetful Jones” and often miss watering times you can add peat moss to the soil mix to help it to hold WATERING YOUR INDOOR PLANTS: Most tropical plants like their soil to stay evenly moist, but not the moisture longer. wet, confirms “Get busy gardening”. This can be tricky to get just right. Many common house plants will tolerate being under INSECTS ON YOUR INDOOR watered once and a while, but overwatering is the number one PLANTS: Its a question of when, not if, your cause of death for tropical indoor plants. So, try not to allow either extreme to happen. Check your plants regularly, and only indoor plants will have a insect infeswater them if they need it. To see if a plant needs water, stick tation. This is however not a judgeyour finger down about an inch into the soil. If the soil feels wet, ment on the cleanliness of your abode. then it doesn’t need to be watered.

It is very likely insects got in the soil or were hidden invisible to the naked LIGHT FOR INDOOR PLANTS: eyes some where on your plant at the We earlier discussed that many indoor plants are chosen for time of purchase so don’t sweat it simtheir tolerance of low light conditions however this is not to say ply act. It is my personal choice always that they will tolerate “No Light” conditions. So remember to be to use organic insecticides on my incertain that you place your plants strategically so that they are door plants for the obvious reason that able to catch their fair share of the available sun light as they you and your family will be exposed to may require. Additional to this, be certain again that you are not whatever you spray on those plants giving plants that cannot handle direct sunlight an overdose of and so the best choices should be light as this will be equally damaging and can lead to plant death. made. Horticulture oils or Neem oil or One tell tail sign that a plant is getting too much light is that the Insecticidal soaps are the best bets for leaves will start to show burn marks and conversely if a plant is such a situation. My mantra is if i have getting too little light the plant will begin to thin out and grow long to use a chemical on an indoor plant and leggy as it is desperately reaching out for sunlight. then that plant has to move out doors.

So the key to battling infestations is to closely monitor your plants so that you will catch any insect out break in the early stages when it is easy to control. Then stay on top of it you may not have gotten them all. Insects have not existed so long by accident they are very tenacious.

So armed with these points and always remembering to read up on information specific to your particular plant and follow the instructions and doing this you are certain to have great success with your indoor plants.

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