10012018 HOME BUYERS' GUIDE

H ome Buyers’ Guide The Tribune

Monday, October 1, 2018

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Treasure Cove Home MLS# 34530

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Albany Club Villa

5Bd, 5.5Bth | Fully Furnished 10,729 sq. ft. Lot Size | 5,044 sq. ft.

Ref: 20244

$3,950,000

Seabreeze Family Home

3Bed, 2Bth | Seabreeze Estates 1,118 sq.ft.Living | MLS: 34973

Ref: 21679

$145,000

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Old Fort Bay - 3 Car Garage

3Bd, 6Bth | Single Family Home 16,000 sq. ft. Lot | 7,146 sq. ft. Living

Ref: 20974

DS2 Montagu Villas

Two Story Townhouse | Village Road 2Bd, 1Bth.

MLS: 35000

$3,200 p/m

Coral Waterways-Canal Front Coral Harbour Lot 70 Lot Size 6,500 sq. ft. | MLS: 34634

$199,000

Safi Sana - Oceanview

4B Anchorage Palm Cay

2Bd, 2Bth | Eastern Road Fully Furnished

2 Bd, 2Bth | Palm Cay Townhouse 1,222 sq. ft. Living | Fully Furnished

Ref: 21678

$2,995,000

Ref: 11955

$3,000 p/m

Lot 71 Canal Front Property

Coral Waterways Subd. | MLS: 34632 Coral Harbour | 7,700 sq. ft. Lot

Comfortably Numb

Kisskadee

Tusculum Turn Key | Ocean View 7Bd, 7Bth | 23,572 sq. ft. Lot.

Lyford Cay | Canal Front Home 4Bd, 4.5Bth | 28,183 sq. ft. Lot

Ref: 13950

Reduced

$3,599,000

3Bd, 3Bth | Beachfront Townhome Total Size 1,498 sq. ft. | MLS: 34424

$475,000

$529,000

Ref: 21184

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #7

Daiquiri Cottage

4Bd, 3Bth | Eastern Road Lot size: 10,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 34593

Ref: 21325

$2,595,000

903 Columbus Cove

Cuckoos Nest

Buttonwood Hills | 3Bed, 3Bth 11,800 sq. ft. | MLS: 23442

Ref: 10777

Ref: 10025

MLS: 33705 | 1,368 sq. ft.

Business Opp., Commercial Bldg.

$3,800 p/m

Cool Breeze

Tarpum Bay, Eleu. | Single Family Hm 9,600 sq. ft. plus | In-House Financing

Ref: 20494

$2,400 p/m Eleuthera

Lot #137A | Whale Point Subd.

12,000 sq. ft. | MLS: 34916

Electricity & Phone Utilities installed and roads are completed

Ref: 21398

$130,000

Ref: 21397

$155,000

Ref: 3305

Starting from $17,500

Ref: 21663

$50,000

www.grahamrealestate.com

Phone: (242) 356-5030

Gregory Graham President/Broker

Laura Kimble Estate Agent

Dolly Griffin

Estate Agent

Delerese Pratt Estate Agent

Cora Grant

Front Desk Coordinator/ Listings Controller

Esther Mayet Admin. Asst.

Sophia Porras

Estate Agent/PM Assoc.

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WHY WON’T MY HOME SELL?

By Mike Lightbourn

YOU’VE listed your home for sale and it’s not generating much excitement.

They’ve been a couple of showings, but no offers – not even lowball offers.

Now the listing is stale. Buyers are wondering if something’s wrong with the home.

The lacklustre response may be beyond a seller’s control; for instance, the home may front a busy street.

However, the blame frequently falls on the seller’s shoulders.

PRICING The most common mistake is overpricing.

It can’t be overstated. A property must be priced at market value and not based on emotion or a seller’s “need” to pocket a specific sum.

You can’t pull a figure out of thin air, hoping someone will pay more than it’s worth. Would you?

Also consider this: A lender is not going to approve a mortgage on an overpriced home.

Let your BREA agent guide you. Your agent will price the home based on recent comparable sales in the area (not to be confused with asking prices).

Remember, homes that languish on the market result in lowball – even possibly insulting – offers. If you are unhappy with your agent’s recommendation, get an appraisal.

HOW DOES IT LOOK? Real estate marketing is extremely sophisticated with listings showcased on the internet and in glossy brochures and flyers, as well as in print media.

Unless a buyer is specifically looking for a fixer-upper, the image of a well-kept home will obviously generate more interest than one that’s run down.

Think of the various advertising media as the Pied Piper that pulls a buyer to look at the property.

That means no disabled cars parked in front of the home, no rusted gates and no junk in the carport.

Before a buyer sets foot on the property, the chances are they would have viewed it in an electronic or print advertising format.

IN REAL TIME Now, imagine arriving at a home. The front yard is unkempt. The paint on the front door is peeling. Inside is cluttered and the walls have smudge marks. Is that pet odor you smell?

You get the drift.

It’s critical to prep a home for sale. A home has only one chance to make a first impression. Don’t blow it!

SHOWING AVAILABILITY Some sellers insist on too much notice for showings.

I understand reasonable notice is necessary, but it’s best not to restrict access if possible.

Keep on top of house and yard work so your home can be made ready for showing in short order.

Buyers don’t just look at one home. They’re going to Mike Lightbourn is president of be looking at multiple homes – sometimes all on the Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty same day.

If your home isn’t available for showing the buyer may If you’re home, your presence may either skip seeing it or settle on something else in the make a buyer feel like an intruder meantime. and will constrain them from having a candid discussion with their agent TIME TO CHECK OUT about the merits or possible drawWhen a BREA agent arrives at your home with a pro- backs of the home. spective buyer, the owner should not be there.

Your presence may turn them off.

That’s right. No-one should be home when the prospect arrives to inspect a home except the real estate agent.

Don’t hang around hoping to get a glimpse of the buyQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Email me at: info@cbbahamas.com er before you leave.

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BAHAMAS CHOICE REAL ESTATE

OFFICE: 242-677-3868 | CELL: 242-357-7698 | US: 561-208-1118 | P.O. Box N-4484 | Nassau, Bahamas lana@bahamaschoicerealestate.com | sales@bahamaschoicerealestate.com www.bahamaschoicerealestate.com

Lana Munnings-Basalyga Broker

Brooke Greene Sales Agent

TREASURE COVE HOME #258 MLS# 34530 | $535,000 At a cul de sac in the gated community of Treasure Cove is this unusual, Paradise model home redesigned, with great attention to finishes, upgrades and features – this home is for a discerning buyer must be seen to be ap¬preciated. Two bedrooms were converted to create a spacious master bedroom, with ensuite bath, closet and sitting area. Another bedroom is nearby with a bathroom. The living, dining, family room and kitchen are open and airy and there is a very large office or third bedroom. Porch and patio are covered -Too many upgrades for this ad! Beautifully landscaped.

In close proximity to schools, shops, businesses, churches, bus transportation and eateries.

Call Lana 357-7698

NASSAU EAST SOUTH Website# 14815880 | $345,000

PARKGATE ROAD PROPERTY Further Reduced MLS# 32714 | Website# 14816049 | $325,000

Lovely neighbourhood, close to beaches, schools, shops and a park wiwth tennis courts! Make this your home! 3 bed, 2 bath ranch style home, plus efficiency apartment, on a 9,600 sq.ft. Lot, with 2,314 sq.ft. of living space. Open plan living room, dining room, kitchen, storage or office, covered patio, walkway, paved driveway, well water, well-manicured landscaped yard, completely walled and fenced. Home also has an efficiency with private entrance and patio.

So many possibilities for this 3 bed, 2 bath 2,598 sq. ft. house, with land of 11,100 sq ft on Parkgate Road.

The building is in good shape, with spacious rooms, security screened in porch, a garage, property is landscaped and enclosed on all sides. A little TLC and you’re there. Lots of space for parking. Centrally located, close proximity to Palmdale, downtown and connecting highways, schools and public transportation.

BAYROC CONDO FOR SALE OR LEASE $7,000 P/M or $1,300,000.00

LYFORD CAY Listing #1481271 | Brighton Place

TREASURE COVE LOT #175 MLS# 34665 | $150,000

TWIN LAKES LOT Website#14816624 | $140,000

Direct waterfront, ground floor condo on Cable Beach. This gated community has it all - tennis courts, pools, gym, a beautiful deck and sandy beach and top-notch landscaping. Fully furnished, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, open plan living area, laundry, and a wide patio with awesome sea views. In close proximity to shops, restaurants the airport and downtown. See also sale listing #14814333.

Ultimate privacy and still a great place to live!

This 29,070 sq ft residential lot is surrounded by established and newer homes on Brighton Place. Clifton Waterway is on the back of the lot.

Lyford Cay has all the amenities for comfortable living, Golf, Tennis, Clubhouse, Dining, International School and beach access. Close to shops, schools, restaurants, airport and a hospital. Price on request.

With partial ocean views, this (100 x 61.49), 6,100 square foot lot is one of the few lots left in this quiet, family oriented community of Treasure Cove. Treasure Cove has 24 hour manned security, park/ recreational facility and private beach.

In close proximity to shops, public beaches, schools and churches. Low HOA fees. Also ask about a corner lot of 8,000 sq ft. $189,000.

This single family residential lot, 90 x 120 is located in the quiet subdivision of Twin Lakes, Skyline Drive just off West Bay Street. Close to shops, schools, beaches, hotels and entertainment. Lovely homes are being built here.

ABACO - SC BOOTLE HIGHWAY Lots 7, 8 | MLS# 29975 | Website# 14815954 Now Reduced

WILSON TRACT HOMES Website# 14816981 | $88,000

HANNA ROAD & FOX HILL ROAD MLS #34895 | $365,000

WEST WINDS VACANT LOT MLS# 35025 | $115,000

2 stone buildings on this 50 x 100 lot for sale. Located just off of East Street, south of Kelly’s Lumber Yard and on Wilson Tract.

The back home is occupied, the front home needs the most repair. In close proximity to shops, restaurants, bus transportation, hospitals and downtown. Offers welcome.

This Acerage is located on Fox Hill Road and Hanna Road, it is 2.93 acres in total and zoned Single-Family or Multi-Family. In back of property there is a beautiful small canal.

This Residential, Single-family Lot is 60 x 100 and situated in the quiet, family oriented, Gated Community of West Winds. Great lot to build your dream home. West Winds amenities include pools with bathroom facilities, tennis courts, park and a clubhouse for functions.

Imagine – one acre of land selling at $65,000! The parcels are approved for sub-dividing into four lots. Perfect for a family compound, or sell to friends who want to be close to the water. This water-view acreage is just north of the Treasure Cay entrance. Lot 9 is half an acre closest to the sea, at $45,000. Water and electricity are already available for tie-in. Close to schools, restaurants, marina, golf course and public access to some of the most beautiful beaches. Call Lana 357-7698

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Buen Retiro Road 4 BR I 3 BA I Fully Enclosed $2,700 P/M Mira Mar 3 BR | 3.5 BA | Beachfront $5,500 P/M BLAIR ESTATES Backyard Bliss with Po ol

Two Story Family Home 4 BR I 3 BA I Enclosed I Generator $489,000 I MLS: 32820 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

GLADSTONE ROAD Growing Commercial Area

Unique Investment Opportunity 1.274 Acres $599,000 I MLS: 34672

CHRISTOPHER ARMALY / 242 394 7070

CARMICHAEL RD. I 3.75 ACRES Development Property Warehousing/Office/Plaza 433’ East of Gladstone Road $1,690,650 I MLS: 30734 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

CAREFREE Cable Beach

Oceanfront Gated Community 2 BR | 1 BA | Garden Views $249,000 I MLS: 32787 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

Nautica 3 BR | 2.5 BA | Gated $3,500 P/M Living in Paradise 3 BR | 2.5 BA | Paradise Island $3,500 P/M Old Fort Bay 6 BR | 6 BA | Gated $15,000 P/M Greenwood Road 2 BR I 2 BA I Centrally Located $2,500 P/M

WESTRIDGE Corner Location

Ocean Views from Hilltop 121’ x 327’ Estate Lot $310,000 I MLS: 32216 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

INDIGO West Bay Stre et

Growing Gated Community 60’ x 120’ Lot I Pool I Tennis Courts $186,000 I MLS: 34911 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

GREEN TURTLE CAY Abaco Acreage

Ideal Resort/Marina/2nd Home 63.044 Acres I Ocean Front $2,975,000 I MLS: 29163

CHRISTOPHER ARMALY / 242 394 7070

EASTERN ROAD HOME 140 Fe et On The Ocean

Backyard Boat Dock 4 BR I 4.5 BA I Private Beach $1,088,000 I MLS: 33042 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

Eleuthera 19,600 Sq. Ft. $40,000 Freeport Canal Front 0.36 Acres $45,000 South Westridge 9,583 Sq. Ft. $135,000

HARBOUR BREEZE Paradise Island

Historic Harbour Views 3 BR I 3 BA I Pool I Gym $810,000 I MLS: 32379 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

OAKRIDGE ROAD Lake Cunningham Views

Panoramic Private Possibility 0.674 Acres I Elevated Lot $205,000 I MLS: 25100 PATRICIA BIRCH / 242 557 0322

ROSE ISLAND Private Beach

Dream Home or Airbnb 2.17 Acres $447,500 I MLS: 32374 DONNA DAVIS / 242 424 7254

MARSHALL ROAD Buyer Friendly Price

Make an offer they can’t refuse!

2 BR I 2 BA I Tranquil Area $215,000 I MLS: 31358 CARLA SWEETING / 242 804 1591

Sea Grape Road 0.87 Acres $299,000 Exuma 2.46 Acres $316,000

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DEVELOPERS DIRECT COMMERCIAL LAND OFFICE LEASE HOME RENTALS RESIDENTIAL LOTS RESTAURANT SPACE

Jolika Buckner, Broker

Lot 256 Sandyport Drive

Please contact us for price

Lot 254 Sandyport Drive

This 5,291 sf singlefamily lot home has over 150 linear feet of dockage with lovely waterway views.

Located in the gated community of Sandyport, which includes swimming pools, tennis courts and children’s playgrounds, with restaurants, bank and gym nearby.

19 Poinciana Cay

Large 9,430 sf singlefamily lot home with great canal views on the corner.

Located in the gated community of Sandyport, which includes swimming pools, tennis courts and children’s playgrounds, with restaurants, bank and gym nearby.

Please contact us for price

Church Street, Building 3

Ask us about a 2-year Rental Guarantee!

Lovely views from this 4-bed 4-bath home with own pool, dock, beach and generator.

Open-plan kitchen and dining area great for entertaining.

$1.2 million

TW SPA O C LEFTES !

Purpose built office spaces with 24-hr security, CCTV, back-up power generator, high-speed internet, ample parking, elevator and beautiful architecture in one of the most sought after locations in western New Providence. All units are finished to Sandyport Standard.

# 209 - 1,505 sf $4,138 rent $1,003.33 CAM

# 210 - 1,505 sf $4,138 rent $1,003.33 CAM

101-103 Church Street Spacious 1,640 sf open plan office with two private rooms with 24-hour security, CCTV and back-up generator. Popular restaurants, post office, gas station, bank, and gym close by.

Ample parking.

$4,510 per month $1,033.33 CAM

www.sandyport.com

Contact: Jolika Buckner, Broker | Work: 327-2425 | Cell: 376-1662 | E-mail: jbuckner@sandyport.com

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Happy Trails Ranch

East Street Comm. Building

1 West Business Plaza

2.3 Acres Open Zoned Ranch | 10 LOTS | PLUS 2 Bed Bungalow | REF#1764 - Marilyn Ayearst

3 Apartments Units Upstairs | Store Front 1,800 sq.ft | Corner Lot | REF#1820 - Rudy Carroll

$795,000

$600,000

Newly Constructed Plaza | One or Two Levels Units | 2,000 or 3,000 sq. ft. space | REF#1804 - Nikki Boeuf

Investment Property

Lagoon Court Unit

Six Unit Apartment Complex | Ductless AC | Security Screens | REF #1807- Abigail Ferguson

$590,000

TPA Marina Rental Space Waterfront Views | 1,900 sq.ft | Ample Parking | REF#1826 - Nikki Boeuf

$2,800 p/m

Corner Unit | Space: 590 sq.ft | Water Views | Ref#1821 - Vanessa Ifill

$190,000

Quantum Plaza Rental Space Office Space | 4 Private offices | Reception Area | Generator | Ample Parking | REF#1812 - Vanessa Ifill

$2,647.02 p/m

$500,000

Market Street Rental B Open Floor Plan | Space: 950 sq.ft | Street Frontage | Ref#1843 - Advara Joos

$800 p/m

Market Street Rental A Open Floor Plan | Space: 950 sq.ft | Street Frontage | Ref#1843 - Advara Joos

$800 p/m