STX News
On a monthly basis, we send out our newsletter with current St Croix news and upcoming events. We try to give a glimpse into life on our incredible island and hope it entices you to come feel the sand between your toes.
Will there be a Zero-Down Payment Mortgage Program in USVI?
This is WONDERFUL news for Virgin Islanders! Zero-down mortgages can open doors to homeownership for buyers with limited savings and free up cash for expenses. Earlier this month, Governor Albert Bryan and his administration announced their preparation for a program...
Plant Based Skincare: Cultured Naturals Body Care
Plant based skincare is what Cultured Naturals Body Care is all about! Marrying nature with science, Cultured Naturals Body Care (CNBC) sources ingredients from local Virgin Islands and Caribbean farmers to make high quality handmade products that smell amazing while...
Crab Racing on St. Croix
We’re off to the races – crab races, that is! One of St. Croix’s beloved pastimes is an exhilarating sporting event featuring a few friendly, multi-legged crustaceans. Weekly crab races have returned to St. Croix since its hiatus due to the global pandemic. Husband...
St Croix New Restaurant: Coco Loco Tapas Bar & Grill
The newest restaurant on St. Croix located in the heart of downtown Christiansted is slowly becoming a hidden gem on island! Coco Loco Tapas Bar & Grill is a vibrant Spanish tapas inspired restaurant offering a unique blend of Latin cuisines under one roof. Unlike...
NEW St Croix Area Reports (August 2022)
Are you putting your property on the market? We can help you make the most out of your very important asset -- your home! Our area reports compare recent and historical sales activity for all property types; single family homes, condos, and land. The reports are...
Live Music Venue & More: LEVELS
Creativity and community connect at St. Croix’s newest addition to the island’s burgeoning nightlife. LEVELS is a live music venue, bar and creative space in downtown Christiansted that has been newly renovated and modernized to create a safe and fun place where...
Flourishing Foliage on St. Croix: The Flamboyant Trees
It would be almost impossible for one to overlook the bounty of blooming flowers all around St. Croix. 2022 has gifted us with an array of flourishing foliage that the island hasn’t seen for a few years. The most notable of them all is the flamboyant tree. Known as...
Top 5 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home or Condo
Published on our August 2022 Newsletter Question: What are the top 5 hidden costs of Buying a Home or Condo? Chris's Answer: Here are the 5 hidden costs to keep in mind! Closing costs, prepaid fees, and other fees. Getting a loan costs money. Plan on paying for...
What is Holding Buyers Back?
Published on our August 2022 Newsletter Question: What is holding Buyers back? Christie’s Answer: According to “Today’s Buyer’s Rep”, ABR’s (Accredited Buyer’s Representative) monthly magazine, inventory and affordability are the two top issues for Buyers. The third...
VI Head Start Program Receives a $42.4 Million Grant
The U.S. Virgin Islands Head Start program funding provides preschool for low-income families with a comprehensive program to meet children’s emotional, social, health, nutrition, and educational needs. In August, VI Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett presented a...
VI Tourism Up in 2022, Expectations for 2023
According to an article in the VI Consortium, Virgin Island Tourism has seen a rebound after "Covid-related decimation of the industry" and that reports "show that from June 2021 to May 2022, the USVI had the highest hotel occupancy in the region." Here are some...
NEW St Croix Area Reports (July 2022)
Do you may have questions about the current market for Homes, Condos and Land on St. Croix? Putting your property on the market for sale or buying a property in the current market is a big decision. Our area reports compare recent and historical sales activity for all...