Emily Ivy Rademaker was born on June 21, 2010 to proud parents Ian and Lana Rademaker. Lana is Virginia's youngest daughter, and has been an Estate Agent in the Shirley Street office of Damianos Sotheby's International Realty for the past 7 years. The Rademaker's eldest daughter Cassy Virginia is ecstatic in her role as "big sister".Congratulations to Ian and Lana! 07/06/2010

In ground asset monetization (Loan only) USA   This is not a trade program, strictly a loan, must have a strong exit strategy.   Our lender has closed several of these this year. (Gold mines, Coal mines, etc) As long as you can prove ownership of either land or have rights to in ground assets we may be able to help you, provided you have the current documentation, (Geological survey, leasing contract, any other supporting docs) No upfront fee to submit, however the lender will incur some expenses (site visit, and to meet with the client, third party expenses such as attorney fees to review leases, etc) (everything will be in term sheet, don't worry the cost will be 15K or less, this is paid only if you are ready to move forward)     Term 1-3 Years Lending Area USA only Loan Size $1 Mill... 07/02/2010

One of the many differences in the Bahamas real estate market, and perhaps the most glaring, is that "short sales" do not really exist in the same sense as in other parts of the world.  Often times when owners are forced into a foreclosure the banks will handle selling off the property and rarely, if ever, do they employ Realtors to assist in this task.  You see, the laws here protect the seller of the home to ensure that whatever equity the seller has built up in the property is protected.  However, what do you do when you list a home for a price less than what the seller owes with the agreement that the seller will make his mortgage company whole at the end of the transaction?  Good question. I listed a home about 4 months ago and when I concluded my listing presentation and explained... 06/28/2010

Oh that sinking feeling of elimination---a contract falls through, a short sale doesn't happen for nearly a decade, a pended sale falls way below appraisal, your promising prospects vanish---sigh. Today, time ran out for the U.S. soccer team. For those of us that cheered them on, it played out like the best of times (in victory) and the worst of times (in defeat). But what a great Tale of Two Lands, sharing one goal, ultimately surrendered by the American team when Ghana leaped ahead in overtime. Over and out. The Ghana team traveled to the tournament in a motor coach, covered with the words: The Hope of Africa. I loved this phrase, because it seems like so very much is tied into this hope, beyond the soccer field. The preamble to the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Code of Ethics begi... 06/26/2010

THE Commonwealth of the Bahamas and Canada have signed a Tax Information Exchange Agreement, strengthening an already established culture of co-operation, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Brent Symonette announced. Mr Symonette and Canadian High Commissioner to the Bahamas Stephen Hallihan signed the TIEA at a ceremony on Thursday at the House of Assembly. It was the 22nd such agreement signed by the Bahamas - 16 with Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development countries and nine with members of the G-20. "The government of the Bahamas is satisfied that its expanding network for tax information exchange proves the Bahamas' ability to benefit from the changing global regulatory environment and to enjoy continued growth in its international business industr... 06/23/2010

THE Bahamas yesterday signed its 22nd Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) with Canada, as Tribune Business revealed exclusively this week, the deal containing a clause that, just as this newspaper predicted, places it on an equal footing with Barbados in terms of 'double tax' benefits. Brent Symonette, minister of foreign affairs, confirmed that the Canada TIEA contained a clause that the dividend profits of Canadian companies based in the Bahamas would not be taxed upon repatriation back home. Several financial services industry services had previously told Tribune Business that if the final TIEA agreement stuck to initial drafts seen last year, then the deal with Canada was one of the best for this country in terms of providing reciprocal economic/trade benefits. These sources t... 06/23/2010

Does time seem to moving faster than ever? Have you realized how precious time is because another week as whizzed by, leaving you wondering what happened?  There never seems to be enough time to go around.  In the truest sense of the word, time is truly a "luxury" and we must spend it wisely. That is one of the reasons we are seeing such an increase in interest in second homes here in Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya.  There is a growing recognition that a second (or third or fourth vacation home) forces us to slow down even if it is just for a little.  A home in a beautiful destination allows us take time from our busy lives to put where it is important and focus on health and our family and friends.  This remains true in good times and in slow times. If you, like many others, are consid... 06/22/2010

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to feature properties from its network’s approximately 500 offices in 38 countries and territories worldwide in the publication’s daily print edition and its website, www.theglobeandmail.com. 06/20/2010

Tony Huerta was in the Abacos celebrating his wedding anniversary and doing some marlin fishing on his Torres 43, Lo Que Sea (Whatever), when he decided to enter the Bahamas Billfish Championship’s fourth leg at Abaco Beach Resort & Boat Harbour Marina. Although Lo Que Sea was a last-minute entry, there was certainly nothing last-minute about the team’s performance during the tournament. Lo Que Sea scored an impressive 2,600 points catching and releasing four blue marlin and one white marlin during the three-day tournament sponsored by Bertram Yacht and Allied Marine.Huerta’s team from Longwood, Florida release a blue marlin on day one, a blue and a white marlin on day two and two blues on the final day to achieve the winning 2,600 point total. For the win, Lo Que Sea received the Rand... 06/20/2010

Continental Connection, operated by Gulfstream Airlines, announced today it is tripling its daily service between Nassau and Fort Lauderdale and re-establishing its popular West Palm Beach route. A spokesman for the airline, which already serves more islands in The Bahamas from the U.S. than any other international carrier, said its decision to expand its Nassau-Ft. Lauderdale service from one flight daily to three and resume West Palm Beach flights was based on market demand. "We at Gulfstream Airlines had focused our resources recently on serving those Family Islands which have been growing steadily in popularity among travelers from around the globe who largely connect to the charming and often remote treasures of The Bahamas through Ft. Lauderdale, our hub," said a spokesman for the... 06/08/2010

Guillaume Néry and Julie Gautier offer a unique interpretation of their kind of base jumping into Deans Blue Hole in the Bahamas. The deepest blue hole in the world at 202 meters (663 ft) -- Deans Blue Hole is not only the breathtaking location of this artistic concept video, but it is also the site of Guillaume's successful constant weight national French record dive to 115m. Another impressive feat - the exquisite footage in this video piece was filmed entirely on breath hold by Julie Gautier, who is also herself a French freediving champion. "Freefall" was produced and edited by BLUENERY (c). Sponosred exclusively by Ball Watches, you can view another stunning video of Néry's completing an older CWT record dive in Nice, France here on YouTube . 06/08/2010

How many times have you heard on a pre-listing interview, "I've just had my house appraised", and just knew that you were in for an uphill climb?  What most sellers don't quite understand is that an appraisal does not necessarily tell the whole story of value.  Appraisals are primarily used to determine market value given consistent market conditions.  If a seller is looking to purchase insurance, apply for a home equity loan or have a tax assessment done then the appraisal can be a useful tool.  However, when determining how a particular home may compete in unusual market conditions there is no better tool than the CMA, or Comparative Market Analysis. In times of up, and more commonly now, down markets, to truly position a home to sell within a reasonable period of time one must illust... 06/08/2010

Now Showing in The Bahamas!!!Disneynature, through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund and The Nature Conservancy will support the expansion and management of new marine parks in The Bahamas. Part proceeds from the opening week of OCEANS (April 22nd - 28th 2010) were directed to the TNC Bahamas Program to assist with coral reef protection through the establishment of additional Marine Protected Areas. The Disneynature/TNC partnership has already resulted in $350,000 towards the Bahamas Protected Area Fund. For all of our Nassau members the showtimes are as follows: TIMES: 1:10, 3:25, 6:15pm LOCATION: Galleria 11, Mall at Marathon 05/30/2010

On Wednesday May 12th, both the Guardians and Explorers were awarded their Weather Badge as well as their Endangered Species Badge. Discovery Club is an after school, badge earning program that was designed by The Bahamas National Trust and in 2007 Friends of the Environment started the program in Abaco. A special thank you to our instructors Alana Carrol and Joy Chaplin for volunteering their time every week! Discovery Club will resume again in September. 05/30/2010

Research biologists from the Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organisation (BMMRO) have been conducting a long-term study tracking marine mammals around the Bahamas since 1991. Currently based in Sandy Point, Abaco, this project provides the only comprehensive data on marine mammals in this part of the world. This year BMMRO will be hosting a 5 day Whale Expedition for adults from July 25th - 30th, 2010. Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside marine mammal biologists and learn firsthand about species identification, research methods and results, and conservation issues. There will be a minimum of 5 and maximum of 10 participants. The cost will depend on the number of participants but will range between $110 -$160/day per person, which covers everything except travel to S... 05/30/2010

Each year FRIENDS hosts environmental summer camp in north, central and south Abaco. Camp is offered free of charge so that every child can attend despite their family's resources. Camp is structured to include outdoor activities that reinforce the lesson plan. Camp dates are as follows: Juniors (Ages 7-9): July 13th - July 17th 9am-1pm Seniors (Ages 10-13): July 19th- July23rd 9am-12pm (times may change depending on location) For more information please call 367-2721 or email info@friendsoftheenvironment.org 05/30/2010

Last week the House of Assembly approved the new forestry legislation that was brought forth by The Ministry of the Environment. The bill was drafted in order to provide the legal framework needed to properly manage the natural resources in The Bahamas as the country continues to grow. On May 25th a public meeting was held in Abaco to review the act and present the preliminary maps that show the forest reservation proposals for each island in The Bahamas. The bill includes three classifications of forests: Forest Reserves, which will designate areas with the highest commercial value, Protected Forests which will be managed in the same manner as a forest reserve until the land is needed for agriculture, housing, etc., and Conservation Forests, which are areas that are declared ecological... 05/30/2010

Big Win at Harbour Island Moves New Jersey Team to Number 1 Barry Weshnak’s Miss Annie scored an impressive 2,400 points during the Harbour Island Championship to handily win the tournament and jump to the lead in the 2010 Bahamas Billfish Championship. The Allenwood, New Jersey team caught and released two blue marlin and six white marlin during the tournament which is the third leg of the BBC’s five tournament Series. Miss Annie, a Viking 52, caught qualifying billfish each day and five of the six white marlin were caught on day two of the three-day event.Dr. Michael Spicer, developer of Epice Sunscreen, the tournament’s sponsor, presented the Randy Rich designed First Place trophy to team Miss Annie during the awards ceremony at the Pink Sands Resort. As Top Release Team for the Harb... 05/30/2010

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