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H ome Buyers’ Guide The Tribune

Monday, October 21, 2019

The Bahamas Source For Homes, Condos, Apartments, Lots & Rentals

Union Wharf C.A. Christie Real Estate

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www.grahamrealestate.com | Phone: (242) 356-5030 #8 Shamrock Road, Lyford Cay - Price Reduced

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

$3,450,000 gross

Ref: 13950

A Little Bit of Heaven-Lyford Cay

5Bd, 5.5Bth | Golf Course View Home Living Area: 6,866 sq. ft.

Daiquiri Estate

4Bd, 3Bth | Eastern Rd. | Oceanfront Lot size: 3.36 Acres | MLS: 32894

#1001 Venetian West

2Bd, 2Bth | Condo/Townhouse Living Area: 1,315 sq. ft.

903 Columbus Cove

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

ER T D UN RAC NT O C Ref: 24666

$4,200,000

#3302 Venetian West

Chateau del Mar

3Bd, 2Bth | Windsor Field Road Fully Furnished | MLS: 36359

3Bd, 3Bth | Luxury Beachfront Condo Living Area: 2,200 sq. ft.

$6,250 p/m

Ref: 4772

$2,600,000

Ref: 19767

Line Bay Lots

$3,500 p/m

Ref: 23896

Lot #137A Whale Point Subd.

North Eleuthera | Size: 12,000 sq. ft.

MLS: 38944

Salt Pond, Long Island Lot Size starting at 19,646 sq. ft

Ref: 24491

$360,000

13 Jacaranda Close

Sandyport | Canal Front Home 3Bd, 3.5Bth | Full Furnished

Ref: 12205

$6,250 p/m

Lot 23 Western Shores

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

Ref: 24733

$495,000

Elizabeth On Bay - Unit #2

MLS: 32204 | 969 sq. ft. Lot Business Opp., Commercial Bldg.

Ref: 19166

$2,600 p/m

Palm Cay #109

Marina View | Single Family Lot Single Family | 10,958 sq. ft.

Electricity and telephone lines are installed

$140,000

Ref: 11596

Gregory Graham President/Broker

Laura Kimble Broker

$35,000

Ref: 25272

June Russell Broker

Dolly Griffin Sales Agent

Sophia Porras Sales Agent

Ref: 22568 Price Reduced $155,000

Greg V. Miller Sales Agent

Kevin Bastian Sales Agent

Ref: 11946

Delerese Pratt Sales Agent

$220,000

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STARING AT AN ACCIDENT

By Mike Lightbourn

FALLS are the second leading cause of unintentional injuries worldwide, according to the World Health Organisation.

The leading cause is road traffic crashes.

We’ve all heard stories of people who have injured themselves from a fall, especially the elderly. Many young people have hurt themselves falling as well.

A noticeable number of falls happen on stairs.

For instance, there were more than 50,000 emergency visits for injuries from falls on stairs in Ontario in 2015, according to published reports.

In British Columbia, stairs were involved in approximately 8.2 percent of all hospitalisations for fall-related injuries with 68 per cent of these falls on stairs happening in the home.

On average, 38 people are killed every year in B.C. as a result of falling on stairs.

I am not trying to frighten anyone, but forewarned is forearmed.

People at Risk Not surprising, the young and the elderly are most susceptible to a fall.

The number of stairs isn’t relevant. The accident can involve just a one or two stair step-down into a recessed room, for example, or a flight of stairs.

Published reports for Ontario suggest people 75 years and older have the most emergency hospital visits for stair injuries with females topping the charts in all age categories, except for children under the age of 10.

Most stairway falls stem from losing balance. Three main issues seem

to be associated with stair-related falls.

These include: • Poor building, design and maintenance; • Health issues, such as people losing balance because of vision problems or dizziness; • Unsuitable shoes (beware of flipflops) and • Carrying something that blocks the view of the stairs.

How to Reduce the Risk There are several things you can do to reduce the risk of a fall.

• Install handrails on all staircases, even if they have only a few steps.

• Use the handrails. That’s why they’re there! Train children on how to use them.

• Proper lighting is important, especially for the visually impaired.

Position adequate lighting at the top and bottom of the stairs • Make sure the edges of the steps are visible. To the vision impaired, they may seem to run into one another.

• Paint a contrasting colour on the edges of wooden or concrete steps, or on the top and bottom steps.

• Rubber, metal or slip-resistant paint can help reduce the slipping risk.

• Keep stairs in good repair with non-slip, properly fastened treads.

• Use baby safety gates at the top and bottom of the stairs to keep very young children off them.

• Keep stairs clutter free so there’s nothing to trip over • Don’t use loose carpets or throw rugs on the landing • Do not allow anyone who is not up to it to use stairs on their own.

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Mike Lightbourn is president of Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty Questions or comments?

Email me at info@cbbahamas.com

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Union Wharf-CAC #505

Love Beach Estates Acreage-CAC #2334

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

1 acre of developed commercial beachfront property with tranquil sea views that are breathtaking.

Zoned as multi-family residential and can be developed with the ultimate of luxury to attract buyers / residents similar to those in the surrounding area.

Golf Course Estates-CAC #596

Estates of Seaview Unit #5-CAC #5111

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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 $1,000,000 $2,334,720 distance.

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.

Lovely condo for sale in western gated community.

Estates for Seaview is a quiet, family-oriented, secure community ideally located 10 mins from the airport, ten minutes from Bay Street and walking distance to the beach. $509,600 $495,000

RENTALS

Located in the serene gated community of Sandyport is this beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bathroom canalfront home. Situated on one of the most prestigious Cays in Sandyport this home is ideal for a small family seeking waterfront living. $895,000

Baillou Hill Dale Comm. Bldg.-CAC #5703

Vista Marina Lot-CAC #1515

Great commercial building located in the heavy traffic flow area of Baillou Hill Road and other major thoroughfares. This building is ideal for commercial retail, having a large open display area, back office warehouse for storage and a private office, along with up to 6 parking spaces. $395,000

Great 15,000 sq. ft vacant lot located in the lovely Vista Marina area. This single-family lot is located within walking distance to the beach and entertainment spots. $250,000

VACANT LAND

Eastwind Condo #1-CAC #1551 - Nestled on the 3rd floor of this well constructed condominium complex is this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom penthouse. It has breathtaking views of the harbour and waterfront from a variety of angles. $6,500

Marshall Road Acreage-CAC #4375 - 2.07 Acre oceanfront vacant lot, access by the main road with oceanview. $340,000

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

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

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

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

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

Charles Christie President

Cheslie Christie Vice President

Gavin Christie Managing Partner

Elizabeth Mackay Agent

Jessica Thompson Agent

Craig Clarke Agent

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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W

hile Bahamian real estate professionals have always enjoyed dual representation in real estate parts of the world consider it illegal to represent both sides of a transaction.

Dual representation is when the buyer and seller are represented by the same agent. The word fiduciary by definition suggests that a professional cannot offer loyal service to both parties at the same time. Imagine if someone suggested that you use the same divorce attorney as your estranged spouse, you’d call them crazy. Similarly when you call an agent from a real estate sign or from a website or even the newspaper for that matter and are represented by that same agent you are by default, opting to have the agent who is contractually obligated to the seller’s best interest, represent you. In this case I’m not quite sure what we should call you, I’ll go with uninformed since this is something most buyer’s don’t know or even heard about.

In 2018 The real estate council of British Columbia banned dual agency or doubleending. In states like Florida, Texas and Colorado to name a few it is illegal. States like

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IT’S ILLEGAL Virginia allow for dual agency only with written permission from both parties involved in the transaction.

While I think we are quite a ways off from rules or laws around this, you can avoid dual representation by using an agent to represent your specific interest in your property search.

Some agents like myself (shameless plug) have completed the Accredited Buyer’s Representation course that teaches agents to cater to the needs of buyer’s locally and globally. It teaches in great detail the unique strategies require to serve buyers.

needs, negotiate on your behalf, and do everything in their power to ensure you reach your goal is entirely FREE, so why shouldn’t you have this.

I’ll offer a disclaimer that I have enjoyed many transactions where I too represented both sides of the transaction but I do see the flaws in operating this way especially when there maybe conflicting interests between parties. As our broker team at Darville Wong Realty is working feverishly to become the most customer-centric agency in the country we are in deep talks about an in-office policy that prohibits our agents from representing both side of the transaction.

Thanks again for reading the Ask Whatever Real Estate Guide where we answer the questions people are really asking about Bahamas real estate. If you want to have your question featured, please email me at matt@ darvillewong.com or call me directly at 8086868.

Keep in mind that Buyer Representation where you have someone either informally or contractually obligated to serve your buying

On that note my real estate colleagues have some super exciting million dollar listings posted today and only because I am a good guy I’d be willing to help you get whichever one you want. LOL In all seriousness though our team is desperate for your business and we look forward to serving you in real estate in this decade or the next.

Matt Sweeting is a 12 year professional Broker in Bahamas Real Estate with a keen focus on exceptional service.

The slogan Your Agent for Life is one he is committed to, meaning if you give me and by extension my team one opportunity to serve you once, we will serve you for LIFE.

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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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