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.
“Blackfullness” at Fort Frederik Museum
The 3rd annual Emancipation art exhibition "Blackfullness" at Fort Frederik Museum celebrates USVI's cultural heritage from July 12 through October 2024. The exhibition showcases a diverse array of artwork from local and regional artists, including Waldemar Brodhurst,...
First-Time Homebuyers Assistance Program in USVI
The V.I. Office of Disaster Recovery has announced the launch of the "Own a Lot, Build a Home" First-Time Homebuyers Assistance Program. This new initiative is designed to help Virgin Islands residents who own land but lack the necessary financing to construct a home....
Q&A: What are the costs associated with buying, besides the purchase price?
Question: “What are the costs associated by buying besides the purchase price?” Chris’s Answer: Depending on the property and whether you are getting a loan, you could be responsible for: Your attorney’s fees. Home inspection. An appraisal. Owner’s title policy....
Q&A: What are signs of a great Buy-Realtor relationship?
We work in partnership with Buyers. Here’s what we hope for.
15 Steps to Buying a Home
Purchasing real estate is likely to be the biggest and most complex financial transaction a person will make in their life. A trusted real estate professional is a strong advocate who understands the information and the process. As experts with knowledge of the local...
Seaborne Airlines’s new fleet gives USVI more options
We are excited to hear about Seaborne Airline's addition of the new aircraft and overhaul of the existing seaplanes! According to Seaborne’s general manager as reported by WTJX, the new fleet will result in more connectivity and reliability when it comes to...
Economic Growth from Potential Ship Repair Facility Could Generate Up to $73 Million Annually
The U.S. Virgin Islands is considering expanding its maritime capabilities with a new shipyard in the South Shore Trade Zone (SSTZ) on St. Croix, according to the V.I. Economic Development Authority, which commissioned a feasibility study conducted by First Marine...
St Croix Real Estate Market Reports (May 2024)
Monthly sales data, inventory, and days on market for the St. Croix, USVI real estate market is available in our downloadable Coldwell Banker real estate reports. The is a report for each category: Homes & Condos, Condos, Homes, and Land! If you are not...
Besides location, price and home questions, what other important questions should Buyers share with the Realtor?
Question: “Besides location, price and type of home, what are some additional important questions to discuss with a Buyer?” Chris’s Answer: To represent the Buyer and their best interests, we also ask these important questions: Do you need to sell another property...
Q&A: Besides MLS, what else can aid us in finding a home?
Question: “Besides looking at MLS, what else can help aid us in finding a home?” Christie’s Answer: Many factors contribute in assisting us in finding your St. Croix purchase. Some of them are: Understanding local market conditions, property values, and emerging...
Preserving Cultural Heritage: Spotlighting Estate Whim Museum
The National Trust for Historic Preservation unveiled on May 1 it's 2024 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places and the Whim Museum is on the list. According to WTJX, the Whim Museum made the list because additional resources are needed to repair its...
Virgin Islands Good Food’s Grant to Boost Local Agriculture
We are so excited to hear that Virgin Islands Good Foods received a $30,000 grant from the Better Food Policy Fund through a collective action fund of the Tides Foundation. The grant, intended to support the Territorial Agriculture Group (TAG) project activities in...