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St. Martin Real Estate Laws
Author: Seth Willis Jr.
Located right in the middle of a chain of Caribbean islands, St. Martin real estate is the smallest island in the world to be divided between two different countries. St. Martin is French territory and St. Maarten belongs to the Dutch. Though the influence of these two countries is very distinct in the different territories, people cross the almost imperceptible border without even realizing they are entering a different country.
Life’s a beach on St. Martin real estate
St. Martin real estate is made up of 36 spectacular beaches, each with its own unique charm and attraction. Some beaches have waves that are any surfer’s dream-come-true while others are calm enough for little kids. Some are thronging with holidaymakers looking for excitement while others are deserted and ideal for honeymooners looking for romance. The one thing all the beaches have in common, right from the tiny beaches nestled between rocky cliffs to the endless stretches of beach is the clean, white sand and the crystal-clear blue sea.
St. Martin real estate is blessed with great weather all year round. Lots of sunshine and temperatures averaging 82 degrees Fahrenheit in summer make it a great place for outdoor activities including horseback riding, biking, tennis, golf and hiking. Great weather combined with amazing beaches is perfect for all kinds of water sports including jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, sailing, diving and swimming. Winter temperatures are two degrees cooler than summer guaranteeing you fun-in-the-sun all year long.
French elegance
The French St. Martin is more understated as compared to its garrulous Dutch neighbor. The emphasis here is on elegance, comfort and gourmet cuisine. Marigot, the capital of St. Martin is styled to look like a typical French village with its art galleries, boutiques and sidewalk cafes offering gourmet French cuisine.
Charming Grand Case is world-famous as the restaurant capital of the Caribbean with its wide selection of exquisite cuisine. Paradise Peak, the highest point of this island offers a 360-degree breathtaking view of St. Martin and also the neighboring islands.
Stunning St. Martin real estate
The stunning French St. Martin real estate offers investors outstanding value for money. You can get some of the best values in St. Martin real estate as compared to any other Caribbean island. There are plenty of options available for the discerning buyer who is interested in ocean-view or beachfront property. The laws on land development on St. Martin real estate are quite different from the Dutch St. Maarten Real Estate.
St. Martin real estate laws
The Notary or Notaire handles all St. Martin real estate transactions. The final deed preparations as well as the relevant searches regarding property titles and other matters are the responsibility of the Notaire, who is obligated to the buyer and the seller to do a proper search and ensure clear transfer of title. There is no need for a personal attorney for any St. Martin real estate dealings.
All St. Martin Real Estate transactions attract 10% transfer fees, which include Notary fees, 33 1/2 % capital gains tax and land tax. Basic local knowledge is required regarding zoning and building permits.
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About the Author
Seth Willis Jr. is the webmaster for http://www.planetpads.com and a savvy real estate investor. His focus for Planet Pads is to allow users to showcase their real estate from all over the world .Users can browse properties , rentals , vacation homes and commercial properties from every corner of the globe.
Suggestions for high paying careers?
I need some serious suggestions for careers : )
I just turned 16 and it seems the older I get the more confused I become on what I want to do with the rest of my life, I’m graduating next year and I have no idea what to do. I want to get it right and pick a good career my mom is almost 40 and is going back to school to be a dental hygienist I don’t want to be like that, I want to pick the right career. So here is a little bit about me: I want to be able to make a nice income over $100,000 preferably more, ($250,000 + would be great) I want to be able to support my self. I want to live in San Antonio, I would really like to have as little school as possible but preferably 4 or less but up to 8 years. I have a weird obsession with teeth, I think they are the single most important feature on a person (I look at peoples teeth when they talk no their eyes, kind of weird : ) so I was thinking of a Dentist or Orthodontist. I also LOVE real estate I have a business mind I love making money, and selling, so I was thinking real estate agent or investor but I’m not sure what they make. What kind of degree would I need to get to be a “boss” I like to manage people and be in charge (my grandma works at USAA as a manager of Integrated Policies and makes serious money with a 4 year degree, a major in Business and a minor in Physiology, I think. she also went back to school in her 30′s)
So… Any suggestions?
Thanks!
It’ll take years of work experience in almost any profession to gain an income in range you’ve provided above. But…that’s probably expected.
Secondly, you address the location where you want to live/work. That’s good, different areas have different ‘hot markets’. I’m not familiar with the San Antonio locale, but – TX is huge on the Energy Industry, particularly Oil & Gas. There are many professions amongst that industry, including Engineering, Sales, IT etc… Of course that’s not the only industry though, but it good to know what the areas main market/s is/are.
If you don’t like school, you can always go into sales. You can gain roles as Account Managers, Account Executives, Sales Managers etc…. in companies as familiar as Verizon and AT&T, and you can make over $100k if you’re a decent sales rep. Staffing and Recruiting is another prime area where you do not need a degree – and can rake in high profits.
Real Estate, imo, is up and down and probably one of the most risky areas to consider working in right now. Ask Real Estate Agents how their business is going right now – and they won’t be so quick to answer. Their income is based off their sales and the market, which can be great or bad, considering…not much security.
If you really want to make some dough, check out the Networking industry, i.e. Network Engineering, those are folks that deal with things like LAN/WAN, IP, (telco protocols) – anyhow, folks that get CCIE’s (it’s a specific cisco certification) they make about $160/hr pending experience.
Information Technology pays great…so does software engineering, hardware engineering, electrical/electronic engineering – Technology engineering in general pays typically $80 – $120k + after experience is gained.
OK That’s all I got for now, my fingers hurt. Good luck.
Career For an 18 year old girl?
I live in san antonio texas. Taking a year off before i go to collage to save some money and just see if i can make it out there on my own! I’ve always liked the idea of selling real estate would that work? Or an insurance agent would state farm or some other company hire me? Suggestions im totally open! Sales women where would i start? what would i sell? My parents said to aim for 3-4 thousand a month is this possible?
Im totally a people type of person!
My boyfriend got a job offer in Texas and wants me to go with him.?
My boyfriend is a fairly sucessful guy. He has a stable job that he enjoys. He’s just bought a house, and has a few cars, and all-in-all seems quite content. I am 11 years younger and am just out of school. 3 months ago I was blessed with a job that I can see growing into a career – it pays enough to keep me going, and I plan on going back to school at night for my law degree.
But last night my boyfriend asks me if I’ve ever been to Texas. I laughed and said, “God no, why would I ever want to go to Texas?” He then explains to me that two days ago he got a job offer for more money in San Antonio. He mentioned that I might go with him if he decides to take it.
His Position: The job is something he’d enjoy. It pays more, and it’s in a cheaper area (we live in a large east-coast city). He looked at some real estate, and for $50,000 less than he paid for his 3br home here, he could get a 4br with a pool, walk-in freezer and solar energy there. It’s a few hours from New Orleans, which he loves. Granted, he still has opportunities to be upwardly mobile in his current position.
My Position: I have moved, literally, every 4 years of my life. I’ve never lived in one house longer than 4 years, and I’ve lived in 8 states in my 22 years of life. In most cases, several houses in each state. I’ve moved because I was following a man – my father. I didn’t have a choice as a child. I’ve been on my own for less than a year now and I just got this great job in a really tough economy.
I want to go to law school. I could do this in Texas, granted. But I wouldn’t ever want to stay in Texas – I decided a long time ago that no man would ever make me live in a place I didn’t want to. Texas is probably the last place on earth I’d ever voluntarily go. The only way I could agree to it is if it were only temporary, until my schooling was over. But then I’d be living out of suitcases for the next few years anyway, and I’m so tired of that.
I love my boyfriend. And not to sound callous, but if I move in with him I can donate a lot more of my money toward law school. I’ve always wanted to get a little apartment in the city but for this man and law school, I’d be willing to move in with him here. But Texas? God, it would be hell and I’d be miserable!
What do I do?
I love San Antoino – but, I’d not go unless he put a ring on my finger.