tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-209961552011-10-27T06:25:16.074-05:00Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.comBlogger351100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-59909974049558220372009-07-17T10:43:00.001-05:002009-07-17T10:45:03.493-05:00

The Abaco Chapter of The Bahmas Real Estate Association is gearing up for our presentation at the North Carolina Association of Realtors Convention and Expo. It is at the end of September and it's in Savannah - one of my faourite places! I am working on the booth decor right now! What can anyone tell me about the Telfair Museum?

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-32561545392912274302009-07-08T15:17:00.003-05:002009-07-08T15:34:19.056-05:00

Have you heard the news? It has never been a better time than now to buy your dream home in The Bahamas. Some prices have come down and other listings are going to contract at 30-50% off. Plus, bank financing in the Bahamas is available. The typical terms are 50% equity then Libor +3% for 15 years. Plus, you can use your home as a vacation rental and not pay any income tax in The Bahamas! Real

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-82208528127315598432009-05-22T13:15:00.003-05:002009-05-22T13:35:54.154-05:00

Distressed sales in The Bahamas ... are there any??? I guess it depends what you are looking for and what you mean by distressed. There is no doubt that properties are going to contract at less than list prices. Would I like to see those prices lowered at right at listing? You bet! Unfortunately, most of our sellers were cash buyers and are not under any duress to sell. At the same time, there

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-18517085664664366152009-03-02T11:33:00.014-05:002009-03-02T11:46:24.762-05:00

How about a two bed/two bath home on Guana Cay with ocean views and a direct path to the Atlantic Ocean beach, plus Sea of Abaco views and a golf cart trail to your deeded dock, all for USD249,000.?! It's true and it just sold. If you are interested in other bargains in the Bahamas, please email me at Sandra@AbacaoWaterfrontproperties.com.The Bahamas Real Estate Association, Abaco Chapter, was

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-38344929170537805732009-01-20T16:54:00.005-05:002009-01-20T17:00:59.763-05:00

As President Obama takes office, what does this mean for real estate investment in The Bahamas? We have no capital gains, sales, inheritance, witholding or income tax here. You can incorporate a company to hold property or take title in your own name. We are 150 miles due east of Florida, speak English and use USD at par. Are there real estate bargains here? Absolutely! With many waterfront

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-8699671423362074472009-01-05T11:40:00.002-05:002009-01-05T11:59:36.598-05:00

WOW! It's been a while! I hope you have all had a wonderful holiday season. We were super busy with the Presbytarian Kirk of the Pines fund-raising luncheon, the Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club Christmas dinner, Bahamas Real Estate Association and Alexiou Knowles & Co. lunches, Christmas Eve coffee and dessert at our house and Christmas dinner at the new home of Maureen Smith, who used to own

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-28093960670579775382008-11-04T11:29:00.004-05:002008-11-04T11:47:18.029-05:00

What is going to be the outcome of the vote today? Will we even know without many recounts? One thing for sure is that The Bahamas remains a tax-free haven for foreign investment. With no sales, tax, no inheritance tax, no income tax, no withholding tax, and especially, no capital gains tax, this is a great place to invest. Residency in The Bahamas can be easily obtained. Without giving up your

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-14642256230801661352008-10-26T17:04:00.003-05:002008-10-26T17:12:33.918-05:00

Do you want to know a secret?I have a little secret I am ready to share ... I collect stamps! As a girl, I had a much loved collection. I started all three of my sons off on their own collections. Now, I have inherited Jason's. I don't know much about performations, and I do not collect by post mark, but I do trade. Bahamian stamps are among the most beautiful and very sought after. I am usually

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-82289086433018652452008-10-06T14:08:00.005-05:002008-10-26T17:11:58.247-05:00

Florida Association of Realtors ExpoIt was another proud moment as Bill and I joined our colleagues in attending, and showcasing our waterfront properties at the Florida Association of Realtors Expo, recently held in Orlando. We were honoured to represent real estate in The Bahamas, promote our Abaco vacation homes, cottages and marina listings and raise the profile of the Bahamas Real Estate

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How is real estate doing in The Bahamas? We are part of the global economy so ... At this point, we are still "priced to sell". If you bought your home awhile ago, even allowing for inflation, you have seen significant appreciation. If you bought at the top of the market two years ago, you may have to wait before you sell. Historically, real estate in The Bahamas has withstood most pressures. We

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-2558865654225407812008-08-06T15:39:00.003-05:002008-08-06T16:08:31.165-05:00

The tax environment in The Bahamas is very straightforward. The are no sales taxes, no personal income taxes, no capital gains taxes, no inheritance taxes and no withholding taxes. On Abaco, vacation homes, in the most popular $500,000.-$1.5m range, pay an average of 1% in yearly real property tax.Should you invest here? You can be fishing everday, enjoying duty-free luxury shopping and gathering

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-58169020383822994892008-04-22T12:19:00.002-05:002008-04-22T13:59:12.073-05:00

It's been awhile since I wrote about what is happening on Abaco island. You have all been so patient!Many of you know my mother took ill with Glyoblastoma, a very fast moving brain cancer. She passed away on November 29. With the moral support of all our vacation home owners here on Abaco, I was able to spend the last three months of her life being there with her. It was a humbling experience and

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-87923023597763641482007-07-13T10:41:00.001-05:002007-07-13T10:45:15.684-05:00

Abaco Waterfront Properties is pleased to announce their new partnership with Abaco Vacation Planners. This new service will encompass all aspects of property management and vacation home rentals. It is wholly owned and operated by Lydia Bodamer but Sandra will be ensuring the type of quality control that is the hallmark of our company and Bill will have the financial oversight. This affiliation

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-90405800750030015012007-07-13T10:40:00.000-05:002007-07-13T10:41:02.609-05:00

Where has the time gone! Lots of vacation home owners and visitors to Abaco are still here and we have had a very busy "social season" this year.The Pathfinder Scholarship fund's auction netted them $100,000. It was fun setting up Judy Saul-Novo's Treasure Chest theme and I bagged a wonderful new dining table. Very island chic! The Reef Ball was its usual rocking success. I love that event! In my

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-26762229525677973852007-06-08T13:50:00.000-05:002007-06-08T14:23:39.270-05:00

Great news today that the passport regulations have been rescinded until September allowing our homeowners, visitors and boaters ample time to come over to Abaco and enjoy their vacation homes and our wonderful duty-free shopping, watersports and marina services.I am still getting used to Blogging. Maybe you are too? I have some interesting posts that went to AbacoBlog.com and which I am now

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1168438178877318622007-01-10T09:08:00.000-05:002007-02-12T12:19:33.235-05:00

Abaco Waterfront Properties says "Save these dates!"January 26-27, Friday-Saturday PLAYED!The Annual Rotary Club of Abaco Golf Tournament will be held at Treasure Cay. Many home owners enjoy golfing at the Treasure Cay Hotel Resort and the Abaco Club at Winding Bay. To obtain an entry form for the tournament, contact us at info@AbacoWaterfrontProperties.com.This tournament was played with great

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1165251470249768712006-12-04T11:57:00.000-05:002007-02-10T14:00:34.462-05:00

With the arrival of December also comes beautiful sunshine and cool weather. What a lovely combination. Also, with the beginning of December, comes the end of November AND the end of a safe hurricane season. The few weeks prior to December were busy ones. There was much to do and Abaco was very much alive and kickin'.From Marsh Harbour to Green Turtle Cay as well as on all the other Cays,

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1160766723400797962006-10-13T13:32:00.000-05:002006-10-13T14:12:03.460-05:00

We've taken the plunge and changed our name to more adaquately reflect your interest in waterfront homes and properties on the Abaco Isands. Some of you will be receiving mailouts both hard copy or electronic. If we don't already have it, please send us your mailing address or your e-mail address so that we can include you on our customer appreciation list.So, now, we are Abaco Waterfront

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1158076868888709772006-09-12T10:28:00.000-05:002006-09-14T11:51:44.743-05:00

Your Abaco Agent team at Sandra Evans Real Estate Sales are pleased to see that improvments to the Marsh Harbour International Airport are about to begin. After all, this is an election year in The Bahamas! Still, we are grateful for anything which improves the airport's comfort and efficiency for our Abaco home and property owners. The plans include an improved runway in compliance with

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1157745981630716052006-09-08T14:54:00.000-05:002006-09-08T15:06:21.643-05:00

September is International Coastal Clean-up month so our valued associates at Friends of The Environment are organizing their annual beach clean-up. This year's theme is "Take a Day to Leave a Legacy". The Rotary Club of Abaco is a significant partner and Sandra Evans Real Estate Sales is a proud participant. In our capacity as 20-year veteran Scout Association of The Bahamas leaders, we have

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1157661303955577712006-09-07T14:45:00.000-05:002006-09-07T15:35:04.016-05:00

A lovely day on Abaco and there are still visitors about. The buzz is that the sale of the developers' portion of the Treasure Cay Resort is still on target. No word on a completion date.Sunrise Bay, a planned community in Marsh Harbour, has started dredging for their proposed 28 dock slips. It's first come, first served for the residents and they are going fast. Only six properties left there,

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1156780071508757232006-08-28T10:28:00.000-05:002006-09-08T14:54:38.950-05:00

Many Abaco homeowners are still in town, enjoying the end of a great summer. The hurricane season has spared us so far but with our superior building code, easy access to supplies, up-to-date communications network and great community spirit, we are in a favourable position to withstand any threat.TowBoatU.S., the largest on-the-water towing service for the recreational boaters in the United

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Greetings from your Abaco Agent team at Sandra Evans Real Estate Sales in Abaco, Bahamas.We are so pleased to report that the Hole-in-the-Wall Lighthouse has finally been painted. The Bahamian Lighthouse Society, Friends of the Environment and other dedicated volunteers have been tireless in their efforts to preserve this distinctive landmark. The Bahamas government contracted an American company

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1154980984409851742006-08-07T14:56:00.000-05:002006-08-07T15:03:04.420-05:00

The Abaco real estate market is changing. How can you keep ahead of the curve? Your Abaco agents, at Sandra Evans Real Estate Sales, are trained in the latest trend forecasting and market positioning. We want to see your home or property competively priced, prefessionally staged and then promoted using the most advanced technological, and most reliable traditional, techniques. Sandra Evans and

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1154524409435354002006-08-02T08:03:00.000-05:002006-08-02T15:19:57.636-05:00

August has arrived as Abaco continues to play host to yet another beautiful Summer. The island of Abaco is very much "alive and kickin" with many activities going on.Crawfish season started August 1. Please contact us at www.AbacoAgent.com for a schedule of the regulations.The Abaco Regatta came to an end with the final awards party at Snappas Restaurant.The power boat races also attracted big

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1153251943134125942006-07-18T14:28:00.000-05:002006-08-02T14:26:55.966-05:00

AbacoAgent.com is pleased to report that the island is still bustling despite the rainy weather we've been having. Despite the rain many events have taken place.On July 3, the "Cheeseburger in Paradise" Beach Party on Fiddle Cay kicked off Regatta Time. "Abaco Rage" had taken first in the Class A races in the Long Island Regatta held on June 2-3 at Salt Pond. Unfortunately, this noble vessel got

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1152109187624906422006-07-05T09:18:00.000-05:002006-07-05T18:16:09.583-05:00

There is a lot going on in Abaco these days. Most important of all, to the great relief of everyone concerned, the Marsh Harbour airport will not be closed while a new runway is built.Treasure Cay hosted the 23rd Billfish Tournament from June 11th through the 16th. A total of 43 billfish were caught and released and 3 were boated.The Conch Pearl Gallery recently introduced artists Michael and

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1150900346515391312006-06-21T09:31:00.000-05:002006-07-01T08:57:28.146-05:00

To help you prepare for the summer hurricane season, we are pleased to offer some timely tips:Expect maximum storm surge and plan to relocate to higher ground. Shelters on Abaco include the Agape Christian Church and School.Take inventory of personal property and store the information in waterproof containers. box. Put irreplaceable documents in waterproof containers and store in a safe

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1150825055172638652006-06-20T12:36:00.000-05:002006-06-20T12:37:35.186-05:00

Summer has arrived, and with it, so have many activities and events. A few days ago, the Secretary-General of the “Word Tourism Organization” was extremely impressed during his tour of Abaco. The “Hope Town Junior Regatta” season closed a few weeks ago with the winner of the “Derek Lee Trophy” being Noah Albury. Last week the Department of Environmental Health Services celebrated “World

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1150750299833739082006-06-19T15:47:00.000-05:002006-06-30T17:43:40.840-05:00

Summer has arrived, and with it, so have many activities and events. A few days ago, the Secretary-General of the “Word Tourism Organization” was extremely impressed during his tour of Abaco.The “Hope Town Junior Regatta” season closed a few weeks ago with the winner of the “Derek Lee Trophy” being Noah Albury.Last week the Department of Environmental Health Services celebrated “World Environment

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1139266102124517152006-02-06T17:15:00.000-05:002006-02-06T17:48:22.160-05:00

A lot is happening at this time of year!The Property Owners' Association meeting at the Great Abaco Club was well attended with many new homeowners "welcomed into the fold".The Aaron Tippin concert to benefit the Abaco Wild Horses was a huge success and very much enjoyed by all.The Eastern Shores Property Owners Association meeting is scheduled for March. Everyone out there is so glad to see Ann

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1138741325290523832006-01-31T15:43:00.000-05:002006-01-31T16:53:08.773-05:00

The Annual Art Show was a great success with many old and new friends represented. Some new faces, such as Rhonda Lowe, with her lovely Abaco photos, were very welcome while it is always great to again see such stalwarts as Anne and Pat Ray.As usual, coinciding with the show is the annual general meeting of the Great Abaco Club property owners. This neighbourhood has become one of our most

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1138141270037477572006-01-24T17:12:00.000-05:002006-01-24T17:21:10.076-05:00

Annual Arts Festival: cocktail reception Friday, January 27 under the marquee at the Great Abaco Beach Resort and Marina. All welcome. See a great selection of paintings, prints, notecards, sculpture, jewelery, glass art, ceramics, quilting and more.Country Music Concert: Sponsored by Tourism Abaco to benefit the Abaco Wild Horse Fund. This wild herd is one of the last in North America. Thought

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1137515008104389032006-01-17T11:20:00.000-05:002006-01-17T11:23:28.130-05:00

Good morning! It is a beautiful one here on Abaco and temperatures are expected to hit 81 today.Plans are underway for the annual Art Show at the Abaco Beach Hotel and Marina on January 28-29. This popular event occurs at a time of year when the greatest percentage of homeowners are in residence.Skeletal remains of extinct animals have been found in the Sawmill Sinkhole, a "blue hole" in south

Sandra Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04441105593431239753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20996155.post-1137296584785773142006-01-14T22:38:00.000-05:002006-01-14T22:43:06.443-05:00

Welcome to the newest Abaco, Bahamas blog. Please contact me for any specific information you would like me to discuss. In the meantime, I will keep you informed of property activity, new things to do and anything else I think would be helpful or of interest to you. Please bookmark this page and let's stay in touch!

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