(August 15, 2010) – The 2010 Second Home Trend Report indicates 45% of existing second home owners believe that now is a good time to buy an additional second home. E360’s Second Home Trend Report, surveys existing second home buyers on the preferences of timing, attributes, location, and pricing of an additional second home purchase. Of those 45% indicating that they are in the market for a second home, Mexico is the top international destination with more than half of the total interest.  E360’s Global Research Analyst, Chad Martin said “although only half of our respondents believe now is a good time to buy, it is impressive that there is a strong second home contingent looking at a market like Mexico.” More impressively, of the remaining 54% who indicated that now would not be a goo... 08/16/2010

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Jungle Cove is located in Old Fort Bay.For more information on Jungle Cove, Old Fort Bay - please contact George Damianos, info.Bahamas@SothebysRealty.com For more information on Bahamas Real Estate visit: SIRbahamas.com 08/09/2010

The opening of the crawfish (lobster) season commences on 1 August, 2010 to 31 March, 2011.   During the mentioned dates fishers may be legally permitted to use air compressors to harvest crawfish in The Bahamas.   Each year the Department of Marine Resources reminds fishers against harvesting undersized crawfish (crawfish with tail lengths of less than 5 ½ inches and carapace lengths of less than 3 ¼ inches). Fishers are cautioned against capturing egg-bearing crawfish.   All persons capturing crawfish are required to have a measuring gauge to ensure the size compliance.   Persons expecting to use an air compressor to harvest marine resources must first obtain a permit from the Department of Marine Resources. The air compressor permit allows usage between depths of 30 ft. to 60 ft htt... 08/02/2010

http://tiny.cc/gk2xh This sumptuous and richly appointed one level colonial style home is located on a large 14,974 sq ft canal front lot in the prestigious gated community of Islands at Old Fort Bay. Tucked away within a manicured tropical garden, this 3 bedroom, three & half bathroom home surrounds you in luxury with designer furnishings to suit all walks of life.With 2,700 sq. ft. of interior space including soaring ceilings of nearly twelve feet, coral stone floors, and an open plan kitchen concept with breakfast nook and lounge area opening out to a large covered patio. Exterior features include a relaxing patio, a sparkling swimming pool, boat dock and gorgeous views of the canal.The spacious master suite is a relaxing retreat offering an ensuite bathroom plus two guest bedrooms a... 08/02/2010

LONDON.- Following the record sums achieved for paintings by leading Egyptian modern artist Mahmoud Said (1897-1964) earlier this year, Sotheby’s announced that four works by the acclaimed artist will highlight the forthcoming London sale of Modern and Contemporary Arab and Iranian Art on Wednesday, October 20, 2010. These paintings come from the collection of Dr. El- Kayem and appear on the market for the very first time since they were executed by the artist. Commenting on the sale, Lina Lazaar, International Specialist in Sotheby’s Contemporary Art Department said: “Mahmoud Said is recognised as one of Egypt’s foremost and most successful modern artists and we are delighted to be offering for sale these four fresh-to the-market paintings, the majority of which have been inspired by ... 08/02/2010

London, England (CNN) -- Theirs was a royal love affair immortalized in diamonds and gold. Now, more than 70 years after England's King Edward abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson, some of the couple's jewels are coming up for sale. Sotheby's announced plans to auction 20 items that were owned by the couple in London in November. The items include 11 pieces by Cartier, some of which are estimated at more than 1 million pounds ($1.5 million) each. "The offering comprises not only incomparable examples of the genius of Cartier in collaboration with the Windsors, but also pieces whose inscriptions tell the story of perhaps the greatest love story of the 20th century, the romance that led Edward VIII to abdicate the throne of Great Britain," said David Bennett, the chairman of Soth... 07/28/2010

THE Government of the People’s Republic of China yesterday formally approved the $2.6 billion investment in the Baha Mar project on Cable Beach, bringing an end to speculation on the viability of the resort development. In a statement from the Cabinet office yesterday, Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham confirmed that His Excellency Dingxian Hu, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, had advised that his government has given formal approval for “various agencies of the Chinese government to enter into a joint venture with Baha Mar Ltd for the redevelopment of Cable Beach.” Ambassador Hu is expected to return to the Bahamas on August 18 when he will meet  Prime Minister Ingraham to hand over the formal approval from the Chinese government. Baha Mar chairman Sarkis Izmirlian said y... 07/28/2010

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Many celebrities have chosen The Bahamas as their "home away from home," and the trend that has grown over the years is one that is expected to hold steady according to President of The Bahamas Real Estate Association Patricia Birch. Birch told Guardian Business yesterday that the advantages the country has over others is its proximity to the United States, where most of the high profile athletes, actors, and music artists reside. The amount of amenities that are available to celebrities also make The Bahamas a more desirable destination. "We are right next to the U.S. and it's a very relaxed atmosphere," Birch said. "We have fantastic weather, great properties, and many things to do, but it all depends on the celebrity... This is a great place for high profile people no matter what pro... 07/27/2010

Nothing catches the eye like that crisp royal blue sign. Sotheby's It's a name that stands out. A name that brings with it a feeling of prestige, an aura of timeless taste. It's a name you recognize. It shouldn't have been a surprise to see Sotheby's Anguilla real estate signs popping up around the island in the mid-2000s, considering Anguilla's escalating real estate and high end market. But, it was a surprise. Previously, the market had been dominated by locally owned Anguilla real estate companies. Two questions immediately came to mind... 1) How did Sotheby's find Anguilla? 2) What kind of Anguilla villas and real estate did they have for sale? On an island largely targeted to the rich, famous and powerful, Sotheby's Anguilla real estate catalogue is simply jaw-dropping. Pick up a c... 07/27/2010

The blue holes of the Bahamas yield a scientific trove that may even shed light on life beyond Earth. If only they weren’t so dangerous to explore. Visit the National Geographic Photo Gallery:http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/2010/08/bahamas-caves/skiles-photography 07/22/2010

NEW YORK (AP) -- It's a match made in Oscar heaven: Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem have gotten married. Cruz's representative Amanda Silverman confirms the couple were married in the beginning of July at a friend's house in the Bahamas. She said in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Tuesday the ceremony for the 36-year-old Cruz and the 41-year-old Bardem was a small one that only family members attended. http://wonderwall.msn.com/movies/apnewsbreak-cruz-bardem-marry-in-the-bahamas-1561081.story?Gt1=28135#wallState=0__/movies/apnewsbreak-cruz-bardem-marry-in-the-bahamas-1561081.story 07/19/2010

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It never ceases to amaze me that the majority of agents in any market still don't have the phone skills to qualify their buyers!  While some have no problem getting to the bottom of a prospective purchaser's financial wherewithal, there are others that find the "qualifying process" too intrusive and personal.  I have spent many hours training my agents to ask the questions in a professional, yet unobtrusive way.  I always tell them that, "if you ask the question like you deserve to know the answer you will rarely run into any conflict".  I have found that the only prospects that get offended are the ones that probably have not been "pre-qualified" yet they want you to make an appointment to show them the property.  This can only lead to a bunch of wasted time and a seller that is left w... 07/14/2010

Our Damianos Sotheby's International Realty team member, Joey Premock, was instrumental in a major fundraiser on June 26, 2010 to help save the Ranfurly Homes for Children. The steak-out event was a great success. Joey serves as the Vice President on the Board of Directors for the Ranfurly Homes. Much assistance is still needed from private and corporate donors in order to keep the doors of the Ranfurly Homes open to the children in need. To see how you can help Save the Ranfurly, please visit their website at http://www.ranfurlyhomes.org/. 07/06/2010