Barbados Property News October - November 2021

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BARBADOS PROPERTY

NEWS www.barbadospropertynews.com • October - November 2021 • Issue 135

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Editor’s Comments With the festive season just around the corner, it’s time to get your property ready! This is the tradition in Barbados. We paint, clean, wash and de-clutter. This year will be no different so take a look inside at some of our tips. Sometimes it can take very little to freshen up your property.

Covid is still with us unfortunately but the borders are open and visitors are once again enjoying Bajan hospitality. As the vaccine gives us new confidence, we urge everyone who can, to avail of it. In Barbados the government is doing a sterling job of bringing the vaccine to the public so check your daily paper or social media for the latest location of the mobile vaccination unit.

Pamela Hiles, Editor Exciting and new properties for rent are in this edition. The Estates at St George is an emerging new development for those looking at retiring in a pleasant environment. In a scenic country environment with many facilities on site- all at a great price, what more can you ask for?

Royal Westmoreland is, as their logo says, proven. It’s a well established golfing resort with a beach facility, tennis and spa options. The choice of luxury accommodation on this beautiful resort is endless. You really can’t go wrong with one of their stunning villas.

Remember, you can find us on social media and on www.barbadospropertynews.com. Stay safe!

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5 INSIDER SHORT CUTS TO LAND FEATURE THE PERFECT PAINT COLOUR FOR YOUR HOME FROM HARRIS PAINTS Best kept secrets that you probably didn’t know – that could save you days of deciding the perfect colour for you.

FIND YOUR STYLE QUIZ Find another new addition to the Harris website at championsofcolour.com – a cool colour quiz that is easy to do.

It’s a fun way to find out the types of colour you are drawn to though your lifestyle preferences and personality. Results lead to a surprisingly in-depth collection of colours. It’s a fun kickstarter to get you thinking what colours you connect with. Try it!

INSPIRING COLOUR MAGAZINE If you haven’t’ seen it already pop on to the Harris Paints website championsofcolour.com to get your free digital copy.

FREE colour design digital magazine – out now Lots of colour trends and tips to start your creative juices flowing. Theory behind colours that work well together, how to get those tricky greys right and lots more.

COORDINATING COLLECTIONS A key to choosing the right colour is understanding how you want your room to feel. The Harris Ulttima Plus Colour Display is uniquely designed to help you in 2 ways. Easily see the range of colours available in a specific hue or family (arranged vertically) or identify one of the 4 mood collections (arranged horizontally)– Luxurious, Warm, Fresh or Calm that best fits the look you are trying to create or the one you are most drawn to.

Each mood collection consists of a broad palette of colours that work well together as they share a number of tonal characteristics, which makes choosing perfect parings a snap.

HOME/ STORE CONSULTANCY SERVICE Sometimes you just want help from a professional to discuss all the directions that have been running through your head.

Harris offers professional consultancy services that are definitely worth it if you your project will entail more than 2 or 3 gallons of paint. A deposit is required but it’s fully redeemable for your paint. Includes a home visit by an experienced colour expert plus advice on products, finishes, preparation recommended for your project. You’ll get a custom colour schedule and bags of support. Worth every penny. Call 234-2108 to set up your session.

MATCH-MAKER Get paint in a colour you already love or walls that match your cushions, curtains, or a specific colour in your decor. It’s a never-fail way to get a pulled together look. Simply take a sample of the colour you want - yes bring in your cushion covers or almost any item, to any Harris Colourcentre location and ask for a colour match (sample must be at least 1” square).

Harris uses specially designed colour analysis tools to identify or create the colour you are looking for with a cool, composed result!

Harris Colour Display arranged in coordinating mood collections

Colour Nix colour matching tool

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Do you really need all that STUFF???

It’s time to tidy up

It’s coming up to the holiday time folks. Traditionally it’s the time in Barbados to get your home ready for the festive season ahead. The rainy season is coming to a close with warmer temperatures and glorious breezy cool days ahead. Visitors and family are coming over. Time to get the home ship shape.

Many of you were at home over covid, accumulating and hoarding over the past year and a half. Retail therapy helped with the being at home challenges. Now it’s time to de-clutter.

We know many of the things you have gotten have a sentimental value but do you REALLY need them and do you need to keep them forever?

Starting with the larger items beds – sofas – wardrobes – barbeque - look around your home. If you’re not really using it, let it go! Maybe it could go to a charity or you could sell it on one of the many local social media sites that offer that facility.

There are many needy people out there and if you call the Salvation Army or some of the other established organisations pick up can be arranged for the bigger items.

Don’t do it all at once. Start with one project and then move on. If it’s the big things, do that one week. Another week attack the wardrobe. Do you need ten pairs of jeans? Again, you can sell on line or donate. Create a happy team of clothes in your closet where everything is worn and everything fitting and current. If these things don’t make you feel terrific, why are you keeping them?

What about the kitchen? Have you gone through your food cupboard recently? Have you checked the sell by dates on tinned food? Are there weevils eating away at your Weetabix?

You may be in for a shock. Take the opportunity to take everything out, cupboard by cupboard, access what you need, get rid of what you don’t and line the shelves and start fresh.

Then look around your home to see how changing the small things can make a big difference.

Be daring and paint one wall a different colour. Look at changing the throw cushions, adding a lamp or an accent rug.

There is plenty of choice in Barbados for these types of things and stylish accessories can transform your home. What about a lovely artistic piece if you are flush or a cheerful print?

Looking at a blank wall is boring. You can often make wonderful collages of family photographs that make charming viewing and don’t cost a lot to do. Experiment with different textured frames that are varying sizes. Too often we take photos and they stay in the phone or digital camera forever.

Get them out on display! What about the windows? New curtains? Or maybe time for a modern blind or window dressing. There are some lovely bamboo and wooden blinds in the stores that give that tropical look. How about a fresh potted plant in that corner that always looks sparce? This brings nature into the house and adds colour.

And don’t forget the outside of the property. You’ve already trimmed the trees etc for hurricane season but it’s time to add a fresh coat of paint and do those much needed repairs to decking and guttering after the rainy season.

Lots to do in the next few months. Use this time wisely and make a difference in the way you live. De- Clutter and decorate creating a stress free space for the holidays!

Organized clothing is much easier to access!

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FEATURE

BEAVA

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The Barbados Estate Agent and Valuers Association New Real Estate Website on the Horizon As the sun begins to set on 2021, the Barbados Estate Agents and Valuers Association (BEAVA) have developed a new website that leverages the collective power, experience, and resources of its diverse membership. The site will be launched in Q4 of 2021 and is geared towards providing the public with the most comprehensive real estate portal in Barbados.

High quality photos, updated listings and increased marketing resources are just some of the features that have been incorporated into the site design. Agents will be able to quickly update listings and the public will have the confidence that the site accurately reflects current market conditions. Businesses that are interested in advertising on this exciting new portal are

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asked to email the association at admin@beavainc.com As they look towards 2022, the slogan “Better with BEAVA” is a mindset that they aspire to achieve as one of the established professional associations on the island. Prospective buyers and sellers of property are encouraged to confirm that they are working with BEAVA members by visiting the associations' website at www.beavainc.com.

Membership in BEAVA is open to Real Estate Agents, Valuers and Property Managers registered and licensed to operate in Barbados. Applications are welcome.

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