Thank you SXM! In the newspapers! The Daily Herald; St Maarten’s national newspaper; publishes the most popular business awards every year. Voted by the people of St Maarten; this is a very honest and important award for St Maarten businesses. Century21 Island Realty wins the Best Real Estate Agency award in 2022. 12 is our lucky number. 12 award-winning years of consistency and integrity. 12 Featured Properties
Century21 St Maarten on HGTV International TV We have created a short video to share with a behind-the-scenes look at what a buyer experiences when looking for a property in St Maarten courtesy of Ritika Nanwani; the Head Broker for Century21 St Maarten. Home and Garden TV (HGTV) represented by House Hunters International approached award-winning Realtor Ritika Nanwani to feature in a TV show aired in Canada and United States in 2015. Incredible achievement! Ritika Nanwani is our award-winning Head Broker with 25 years of real estate experience and owner of the Century21 Island Realty; the home of St Maarten real estate. As St Maarten’s most award-winning realtor Ritika Nanwani was a natural selection by HGTV House Hunters International to represent St Maarten real estate in the TV show aired in 2015. Being a natural process for Ritika; the episode turned out to be a 100% success! The clients bought the Rainbow Beach Club condo under the listing price and just listed it (6 years) later for 70% more than the price they paid!!! How incredible is that for a success story! If you are ever wondering what to expect when buying a property in St Maarten, please watch this […]
Property Acquisistion Laws In Sint Maarten St Maarten Real Estate Law Simple yet effective! With a smaller economy, the volume of real estate transactions; means everything is simpler and less complicated. Real estate laws in St. Maarten are somehow unique from the rest of the world but not unique in the Caribbean. There are many different aspects of real estate laws in St Maarten that need to be discussed in full and in-depth. In this article, let us discuss the different real estate laws in St. Maarten and the rules that one should follow when it comes to the acquisition and transfer of real estate property. Why is St. Maarten Considered As A Pandemic-Proof Island? One thing that a lot of people have learned in the past year is the fact that being in the center of everything is not always a good thing. What happened to New York will less likely happen to a place like the Bahamas or St. Maarten. The problems associated with big countries and places like London, Italy, and the United States will less likely happen in a place in the sea. This is what makes St. Maarten a property paradise that is as safe […]
Americans Buy St Maarten Real Estate A handsome tanned couple, confident and distinctively urban American background; both tall as our chandeliers; arrived from San Juan straight to our offices looking for a St Maarten property to buy for investment. As conversations go by, I find out that both are originally from New York, moved to Puerto Rico two years ago and now looking to settle in ‘vibrant’ St Maarten! they have been in the lookout for a investment condo ever since the pandemic started. All their research from all the various Caribbean islands, led them to St Maarten! Its all came down to a safer investment compared to other islands. St Maarten’s economy has remained stable for a decade! Loyal over-night tourism leads to great return on property investment via AirBnB. Confirmed by every study that St Maarten and Barbados will see the highest growth in Caribbean real estate. Your property will increase by 30% in value over 5 years! Many financial benefits specific to Americans and Canadians. June 2021: Right now Americans are rushing to buy property in St Maarten because the laws and prices are favorable to American buyers. With a shortage of real estate in the USA, […]
St Maarten Property Appraisals If you’re a buyer looking to buy a property in St Maarten or a seller who owns already owns a property in St Maarten, both parties will require the services of an Appraiser. Appraisals are a crucial part of a Property Purchase transaction. The buyer requires an appraisal to validate the seller’s valuation of the St Maarten Property. Seller requires an appraisal to exhibit the valuation of the St Maarten property to prospective buyers. Valuation Expert: Call Chante on +1721 526 3194 to discuss your availability and book an appointment with a Valuation Expert. We are also available on WhatsApp for your convenience. Do I need an Appraisal to sell my St Maarten property? As a realtor, I can not stress to you how important this is to build that bond between buyer and seller. For first-time St Maarten property buyers, it gives them confidence that the seller is willing to be transparent. Its starts of everything in the right way. We can arrange a professional St Maarten Appraisal for you. It’s not something we specifically do, but yes, I would be happy to help. Call Chante on +1721 526 3194. Inexperience can be a high […]
Covid19 Entry in to St Maarten (SXM) St Maarten is doing everything to make it easier for you to come back while keeping the island as safe as possible for those who are already enjoying the sun! Official Government Of Sint Maarten Covid-19 page. Mandatory Covid Insurance St Maarten Update: March 11th 2021 https://www.sxmprotectionplan.com/ From 19th January 2021, Covid insurance is required for all foreign nationals with the exception of visitors who arrive and leave the same day, crew members and transit/transfer passengers who don’t need to recheck their luggage. This is so that you receive the best care possible while on your vacation. The St Maarten Visitors Protection Plan is sold via the mandatory health form on stmaartenentry.com. Cost of Insurance Ages 15 – 75 Effective 10 January 2021, a flat premium of $30 is charged for stays not exceeding 180 days. The premium is non-refundable, unless you’ve made a duplicate purchase or if you cancelled your trip to St Maarten. The premium must be paid every time you re-enter St Maarten. Ages 0 -14: $10 Ages 76+: $30 St Maarten Entry Requirements Ministers of TEATT Ludmila de Weever and VSA Richard Panneflek have updated the entry requirements to […]
Throughout the pandemic, we at Century21 in St Maarten are thankful that we have had some of our best months in recent times. Its been adventurous and we have met some amazing people along the way. We look forward to working with you soon. We just love the business. So give us a challenge, difficult times like these really bring us into our element and we have stood out from the rest. May be celebrate our good times together. One of the most exciting projects was Oryx Residences and the accomplishment of 80% under contract within 4 months. Working with our friends at Oryx Residences has been a highlight. Its the one of the largest residential projects in Cay Hill, developed by the APS / Algemeen Pensioenfonds Sint Maarten. A glorious St Maarten home, new low-cost residential properties in Cay Hill, these homes provided an opportunity for St Maarteners to become proud owners or renters of robust family homes at competitive prices ($145,000 – $245,000). It would not be an exaggeration to state that the majority of units went under contract within the first 2 months. In fact, within the first four months, Century21 St Maarten, in collaboration with the […]
Enjoy the magnificence of St Maarten in its glory. Always near a beach, always near a lagoon. Anywhere you live, beauty follows you. Mountains, lagoons, oceans & greens. Be one with nature, be one with you. St Maarten and you will be in love. Welcome to a Caribbean paradise. Your new home in St Maarten. A beachfront paradise. In clear waters. White sands. Dream home. For you. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Einstein (@corgi_camera) All beachfront property in St Maarten is Government owned. All beachfront property in St Maarten have to pay a yearly Government lease. We know you want to know as much as possible about all the beaches in St Martin and St Maarten … so prepared everything for you! Simpson Bay Palm Beach St Maarten Condo For Sale Sunshine Simpson Bay Beach Condo St Maarten Beachfront Property ST. MAARTEN BEACH POLICY (August 1994) The Executive Committee of the Island Territory of Sint Maarten hereby makes known that they have established a policy concerning the use of beaches. The policy states that; 1. the beaches must be useable for everyone, both local residents and tourists alike, for recreational purposes; 2. developments that, […]
Real Estate in Indigo Bay New Indigo Bay SXM Hotel and Condos launching soon. Message me for the marketing brochure. Its phenomenal! This is 20 years of premium real estate experience. A large part of this was at Indigo Bay. Been through every up and down. Only one thing stays constant. Indigo Bay remains top! Prices stay up. Land is rare. Secure home. Indigo Bay. St Maarten is famous for its ‘high return’ motto! Buying TODAY makes you RICH tomorrow Call or WhatsApp me for latest Indigo Bay availability and villa pricing. Ritika: +1721 526 1819. Featured on HGTV Villas for sale 2021 Four bedroom ultra-modern villa with secluded location in Indigo Bay for $1,800,000. DEAL Two bedroom Modern Indigo Bay villa with pool for $625,000. DEAL Brand new four bedroom Indigo Bay villa with pool for $850,000. Why Buy Indigo Bay Real Estate Indigo Bay SXM remains the number one investment property location in St Maarten for long term return. Any property purchased here today is guaranteed to be appraised 20% higher in 7 years! There is no better designed, managed, luxury purpose built secure development that Indigo Bay Estates. In my experience this development started in grand celebrations […]
2021 St Maarten Heineken Regatta – 26th Jan 2021 Update – EVENT CANCELLED The St Maarten Heineken Regatta will celebrate its 41st edition in 2021 from March 4 – 7, 2021 It is the largest regatta in the Caribbean and probably the largest warm water regatta worldwide. Cancellation announcement of St Maarten Heineken Regatta SXM 2021 in the news. This world-renowned cruising occasion provides 4 days of World Class Racing and splendidly amusing nights keeping with the occasion’s motto of ” Major Enjoyable”! With an effect on the sporting neighborhood extending beyond the Caribbean into Europe, the United States, and beyond. Our 4-day occasion attracts well over 20,000 visitors each year, from young professionals to business owners, from party-goers to international sailors, aging from 18 to 55+ originating from over 37 different nations. After an amazing day of sailing, the individuals are able to enjoy great regional food and delight in an ice-cold Heineken in the Regatta Village, while listening to regional, regional and worldwide artists! This is an occasion where business satisfies enjoyment in the very best possible method, in a extremely inspiring and energetic environment. Come and delight in life in the Caribbean, come for some Serious Fun […]
