For the love of real estate, KW Roatan brings you listing updates and information that you will need to know when buying or selling property (with a little bit of island life thrown into the mix). This month we have a feature article from an escrow company.

SPONSORS OF MUSIC CONCERT FOR THE ANGELS

KW Roatan proudly sponsored the 16^th annual fundraising event, Music Festival for the Angels, which took place on Saturday 11^th March. This event is one of our Island’s yearly highlights, featuring an exciting lineup of talented bands and musicians from Roatan, the mainland of Honduras, Central, South, and North America who perform a diverse range of musical genres.

The outdoor event at Sol & Mar, Sandy Bay, is held each year to raise funds for two of the most deserving charitable not-for-profit organizations on the island:  Clinica Esperanza and SOL International Foundation. Clinica Esperanza has been providing low-cost or free medical care to Roatan’s population for over twenty years, ensuring that medical treatment is accessible to those in need. SOL International Foundation supports the Island’s youth through educational opportunities, after-school activities, sports programs, and more.

The concert was headlined by Steve Grisbrook of Northern Lights, an acclaimed Canadian blues band, Angel Rios, a superb violinist known throughout Honduras amongst a myriad of local musicians and bands that took to the stage and entertained the crowds from 3pm until late.

Along with the outstanding musical performances, the fun-packed event also featured a fire dancer and an array of local vendors and artisans offering a diverse selection of food and handmade goods. Festival goers could indulge in a range of culinary delights, including burritos, sushi, and the island’s renowned fried pork while admiring crafted jewelry and artwork or participating in a silent auction.

Of course, KW Roatan jumped at the chance of supporting this worthy cause and took advantage of the opportunity to showcase our brand to the wide audience attracted to this extravaganza. We tended a stand right at the entrance, where guests were exuberantly greeted with free merchandise (the beer koozies were a hit for obvious reasons), warm smiles, and an abundance of positive energy.

A great time was had by all and definitely a win-win scenario. We got the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our community while promoting our services in a positive light.

BAY ISLANDS ESCROW SERVICES LLC

Now Servicing the Bay Islands of Honduras!

Bay Islands Escrow Services LLC (BIES) was established with the purpose of providing independent and trusted escrow services for the Real Estate market in the Bay Islands of Honduras. BIES assists its customers in their private real estate or other commercial transactions. 

As your Escrow agent, BIES will hold funds in an escrow account in the United States on behalf of its clients in accordance with the terms and conditions of the escrow agreement and disburse as instructed until the predetermined contractual obligations are fulfilled. Our aim is to give both sides to a transaction the peace of mind they deserve.

BIES strive to protect our clients from any unnecessary risks and help them navigate what can be an overwhelming process.

Our Company’s main objective is to build a trusting relationship with its customers and provide peace of mind while we handle the important details of your real estate transactions. We look forward to telling you more about BIES and its services and earning your business.

SELLERS CHOICE

Made the decision to sell your property? Now it’s time to decide who will be your real estate representative! Which realtor do you choose and why? Roatan is a small world so it is likely that you are going to use someone that you know personally, have heard good things about professionally, or a combination of both factors.

Whom you select is a vital part of your selling process and experience. It is all about trusting that the real estate agent who is representing you is completely looking out for your best interests. You don’t want a friend, you need a fiduciary.

Your realtor should be able to ensure that your house will be marketed to the broadest audience and gets the best buyers’ offers whilst giving you the highest possible level of care.

Of course, recruiting a realtor comes at a cost at the time of closing, so you want to select the one that will guide you every step of the way during the real estate purchasing process and manage the entire transaction. KW Roatan’s agents have all the tools at their fingertips including training, market knowledge, technical tools, and a dedicated in-house team, including an attorney, there to provide any support required.

The right realtor will assist you with pinpointing the right price for your property. Overpricing or, heaven forbid, underpricing can be detrimental by either costing you money or having it sit on the market for way too long.

The method of establishing the best price to list your property is conducting a Comparative Market Analysis Report (CMA) so that your real estate is in line with current, under contract, or sold properties.

Your proposed agent should also lay out a marketing strategy for selling your real estate. All our KW agents are part of the Roatan Realtors Association (RRA), therefore, able to list properties on the Multiple Listing Service Database (MLS). Brand power is key – all KW properties are advertised on numerous International websites and multiple social media platforms. We conduct open houses, advertise via a newsletter, and feature properties on our own website.

Ultimately, you want to choose a real estate agent who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and committed to getting you the best possible outcome. Contact KW Roatan to find “the one” for you!

PROPER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT!

Do you want to rent out your property or simply ensure that, despite being unoccupied whilst you are gone, it is live-in ready whenever you come down for your stay? What you need is a trustworthy and reliable property management company focused on extraordinary customer care and a proactive, value-added management style. Roatan Island Property Management (RIPM) provides a range of services related to the maintenance and management of residential properties. RIPM knows that their clients are generally not here to protect their own investment, but RIPM does just that on behalf of the owner with as little stress and hassle as possible.

Their philosophy is to reassure the owner that their property is being maintained and managed by an honest, ethical, and organized company with a dedicated team who treats the home as if it were their own investment.

Initially, they conduct a thorough home inspection, inside and outside, and devise a complete inventory list of contents. From those findings, they provide advice and suggestions on what proactive and reactive maintenance projects may be required from landscaping, renovations, cleaning, and general repairs.

They have a portfolio of trusted and reliable contacts that they can call on to get any job, large or small, completed at the best price, and to the highest standards. They’ll supervise the work and send you updates on the finished project.

RIPM organize a professional photoshoot to enable them to market the property to its full potential on several online platforms and they manage all enquiries and bookings resulting from their advertising.

They tailor a range of services to suit their client from the standard lease or contract management to the processing of bills, insurance, taxes, collection of rent, testing equipment and appliances, check-in/check-out, airport runs, tenant management, to financial reporting, and the list goes on.

Whether you have short-term renters needing a concierge service or long-term tenants requiring home repairs, RIPM should be the first port of call.

No matter whether you are a silver, gold, or platinum package client, the service you will receive will be priceless!

FEATURED LISTING

US$525K

Modernity, elegance, luxury, and exclusiveness, this fully-furnished 1,953 SF home with 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a kitchen with granite countertops, and a perfectly decorated and furnished living room. Ocean views to die for, luxurious pool and separate garage and extensive patio and well maintained gardens.

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NEW LISTINGS

US$389K

Camp Bay Beach is the longest stretch of powder-soft sand beach on Roatan and offers peace, quiet and tranquility. Located on the north shore of the east end of Roatan in the small community of Camp Bay, enjoy the spectacular sunsets and cool winds from this oceanfront lot of 0.45 acres with 60 of beach frontage.

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US$12M

For the savvy investor! Have you ever dreamed of owning and running a resort, well here's your chance! Henry's Cove Resort is located on the east end of the island in the historic town of Punta Gorda. A fully operational dive/adventure resort for almost 15 years, until 2020, it is ready to be relaunched at any time. Situated on 56+ acres of gently rolling hills with 300 feet of ocean frontage, this once popular and highly recommended resort is waiting to be reopened and have life breathed back into it.

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US$250K

A MUST see! Feast your eyes on one of the VERY few oceanfront properties available in Pa'roa'dise bursting with spectacular views of the Roatan coastline. Water rolling on the beach with ocean breezes captured by the contour of the land makes for an ideal homesite of 0.42 acres.

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US$225K

Welcome to one of the latest developments on the east side of Roatan, Aroha Estates. Its feel of exclusivity and peaceful privacy is almost tangible. Lot 11 is 0.19 of an acre located in Punta Blanca just moments to the most turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Exquisite sunsets, sun and moon rises just there to drink in.

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US$75K

Totally turnkey, fully furnished, affordable apartment with good quality finish. This fully-furnished brand-new, cozy, wood-construction two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is situated on the main level of the building, and is locted in a small community in the midst of French Cay.

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US$2.4M

Spoil yourself with this immaculate architectural dream home of 9,000 sq ft 7-bedroom, 7-bathroom luxurious villa on 0.3 acre located right on Camp Bay Beach for your own Caribbean exclusive getaway or boutique hotel. On entering this truly unique, opulent Caribbean home, you cannot help but be swept away by the chic, crisp, beachy feel and will feel instantly calmed by the ambiance. Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows capture the fantastic blues of the ocean views, tropical breezes, and also maximizes the light entering making the home light, bright and airy.

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UNDER CONTRACT

US$175K

This newly completed wooden home is located in the bijou development of Picacho Hills, Diamond Rock, which is just a mile from the stunning, white sand beach of Camp Bay. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, sat on half acre has million-dollar, panoramic views of the azure Caribbean Sea and verdant hillsides. It's open plan living/dining/kitchen flows out to the expansive deck so lends itself to entertaining. Finished with Honduran hardwood floors and cabinetry and included is a gas stove and brand-new fridge. Value for money at this price and perfect for an island ''get-away from it all' investment.

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US$349K

Mesmerizing ocean and lush green garden views. This hilltop home is located in the heart of Sandy Bay with only a 10-15min drive to the airport, local grocery and convenience stores, restaurants, night life, West End beach, and a few minutes away from the pristine waters of West Bay beach.

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US$625K

This stunning 3 bedroom, 5 bathroom villa features its very own rooftop Jacuzzi with outdoor BBQ area, covered seating as well as sundeck area and enclosed bathroom. Ocean One offers a generous rental program. 

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US$75K

One of two desirable condos that offer high long-term rental potential but are spacious enough for a permanent residence at a price that will be hard to resist! This brand-new, cozy, wood construction two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is situated on the main level of the building and is one of four in this small community in the midst of French Cay.

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US$399K

This 0.46-acre beachfront property is nestled in the residential area of Sandy Bay. The property comes with a studio home sitting above the garage, perfect for the home builder looking to live on-site while building their dream home on their dream property!!!! This is a one-of-a-kind rare find, yet still remaining, on the beachfront ocean shores of Roatan.

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US$65K

Totally affordable apartment with good quality finish – now that sounds attractive! A desirable condo that offers high long-term rental potential but is spacious enough for a permanent residence at a price that will be hard to resist!

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