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 market, we are well prepared to guide Buyers through all the practical details and potential obstacles which may occur during the purchase process.
We are your information resource, negotiator, advocate, problem solver, and calendar watcher. Even if you have bought property in the states, buying in the US Virgin Islands can be different.
Buying real estate is unlike buying anything else. It’s complicated. An experienced Realtor is the close professional ally who can make a world of difference for you. If you are considering buying property here on St. Croix, please contact us, and let’s start working together towards reaching your goals!
In the video below we walk you through the 15 steps to buying a home. Let us know if you have any questions!
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 familiar with with the implications of the data, please give us a call or email us directly with any questions. We are Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and have the experience and local knowledge to help you in every step of the process. We can help you narrow down neighborhoods based on your priorities. We can also advise you on the market trends in your desired neighborhoods.
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 before you buy?
Is there a deadline on the closure of your property here on St. Croix?
Are there any life changes or events, such as a job change, large purchase, or retirement, coming up which could impact your buying timeline, or ability to secure a loan?
Will you be paying cash or need to secure financing? It’s important to work with a local lender who is licensed in the USVI. We can provide you with a list and contact information.
Is there anything else we need to know about finding you a great property here?
Contact us with any questions about real estate on St. Croix!
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 trends allows us to provide accurate and insightful guidance to our clients. We receive monthly reports which compare one month to the same month a year ago. These reports are included in each edition of our newsletter. See the current report here.
If you are traveling to island to look at property, we can send out an email to all Realtors on St. Croix asking if anyone has a listing coming on the market within the time you are here with your requirements and wishes.
Our knowledge of the island helps us to find the right property for you. The island has such diversity in topography, rainfall, and the locations of different things, like towns, beaches, hiking trails, jobs, etc. For example, we were working with a couple who love to dive in Salt River and Cane Bay. We were able to find them a home near Salt River with space for them to pull in and unload all of their dive gear.
Contact us with any questions about real estate on St. Croix!
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 familiar with with the implications of the data, please give us a call or email us directly with any questions. We are Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and have the experience and local knowledge to help you in every step of the process. We can help you narrow down neighborhoods based on your priorities. We can also advise you on the market trends in your desired neighborhoods.
