Real Estate - On and off the Golf Course

Ok, golf addicts! Before you get too excited, let me explain... This blog will not include tips for a better golf swing, break down the rules of golf or review any of the latest equipment. I can only promise my honest opinions and candid insights on communities, courses, clubhouses and everything inside or outside the gates of the major residential developments in Barbados, many of which have golf courses.

For those of you who don’t already know me, they call me “Muffin”, a nickname from childhood which has stuck for life. Unfortunately, no real stories to tell apart from the interesting introductions and awkward expressions that come with having a quirky name. Let’s just say, it serves as a good icebreaker at my expense and I’m ok with it. Think of me as, not just “the golfer”, but a real estate expert with over 15 years of experience in this industry who runs on lattes and espressos and knows all the ins and outs of luxury real estate on and off the major golf courses in Barbados. I’m not a terrible golfer either if you’re interested in having a chat over 9 or 18 holes, all handicaps are welcomed. If you’re not a golfer, no problem! You’ll still benefit from my unique perspective and years of first hand personal experience of these communities. My background is built on a university degree in finance paid for by a golf scholarship, propped up with a life of love for property and many years of proudly representing the island where I was born.

Needless to say, I’m no longer an avid golfer but golf and gated communities and all of the homes around them undoubtedly play a large role in my line of work as I’ve come to specialize in luxury residential real estate. Insomuch, golf is a daily topic with clients so I’ve spent a lot of time frequenting these communities over the years and getting to know them inside out. Whether it’s the practical aspect of what amenities are available and best fit your lifestyle or high stake questions that involve property values or opportunities for financial returns, I’ve pretty much become a knowledge bank on anything that ties golf and real estate into the perfect package. If I don’t already have the answers, I’ll get them for you.

This is my debut to blogging, quite a daunting feat for a relatively shy person (at first). But Covid has propelled us into a world more reliant on communication through social platforms as a standard instead of the exception and so I’ve decided to come out of the shadows and join in giving back to my clients and professional community. Plus, it’s really exciting to connect the dots between golf and real estate from my own perspective. This website will act as my platform to share my professional experience and knowledge of the residential market as I strive to provide valuable information to assist clients in their goals whether buying, selling, or renting in Barbados.

On top of that, there has been so much interest and sales activity in Barbados this year that there’s lots to chat about! You’ll definitely want to stay posted and subscribe for my regular updates on the major communities (Apes Hill, Royal Westmoreland, Sugar Hill, Sandy Lane and more) and any changes/activity going on in these developments as well as surrounding areas.

If you’re a buyer, seller or just interested, feel free to join me and let me know your thoughts on anything you’d like to hear more about. All feedback is welcomed! To receive updates on my next blog post click the subscribe button below.

Watch out 2022, here we come!