National Colony Realty

Referrals

Terry Meneley — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:46:21 +0000

A Referral is a way of making some extra cash for your pocket. You refer a client to us, once that client purchase something, you would get a referral fee.

Email: Vernica. delancy@nationalcolonyrealty.com

TCI from a different view

Terry Meneley — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:15:39 +0000

Have you ever wanted to experience what it is like to be someone else for a day? Or even day dream about what someone else is thinking, feeling or seeing and want to experience that same thing? …

I am a lover of nature, and some days I cannot help but thinking that one of the most stunning views of the Turks and Caicos Islands must be through the eyes of a bird. Soaring aloft, hundreds of feet in the air, and absorbing the magnificent views of the islands multi-hued seas, visualizing the varied shapes of underwater reefs and rocks as they speckle through our country’s turquoise waters, admiring the white sandy beaches or even miles of tropical vegetation especially on the less developed islands of North, Middle & Salt Cay. Just the thought of being able to view natural wonders of the islands, that is not readily accessible by man is a thought to fathom. Can you imagine . . .

The Turks and Caicos Islands is a beautiful chain of islands and fortunately the next best thing for most of us is the view when traveling by airplane, which never seems to last long enough. I guess I will have to keep day dreaming!

Contributed by Vernica. Email: delancy@nationalcolonyrealty.com

Earl’s Gone!

Terry Meneley — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 18:24:23 +0000

Our hurricane season is in full swing and we are crossing our fingers that we get lucky as we have so very many years in the past.

Earl’s outer band went through yesterday and provided nothing more than a brief respite from the heat and some glorious much needed rain.

Keep an eye on weather underground to plan your trip as vacationing through a tropical hurricane is not for the faint of heart!

Condo Open house

Terry Meneley — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:55:39 +0000

This year instead of doing our usual MLS house tour, we are going to do a series of open houses within the condo developments. It will serve the same purpose of promoting our vendors properties to both agents and potential clients alike. Condos will include, the Seven Stars, Ocean Club properties, North West Point Resort and more. I am already excited!

Contributed by Vernica. Email: delancy@nationalcolonyrealty.com

MLS Public Site’s New Look

Terry Meneley — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:27:29 +0000

Well after three tries, we finally think we have “the” new public website we are comfortable with to provide our clients with the best level of information and service we possibly can.

Check it out at www.tcrea.com for the latest listings, news and great photos. These MLS listings are shared island wide and change often, so if you don’t see exactly what you are searching for visit again and we’re sure it will come up.

We want to hear from you

Terry Meneley — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:23:18 +0000

We at National Colony Realty would like to hear from you. Email us for an update on the market, let us tell you about the new properties, solds and the likes and answer your real estate questions.

Email us on sales@nationalcolonyrealty.com

To Build or Not?

Terry Meneley — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:26:47 +0000

Now that you have bought the piece of land you have been searching for as your Caribbean getaway or the land you plan to retire on, you need to get building. Building on a Caribbean Island can be a daunting task.

Often the thought of managing such a huge undertaking from a great distance is enough to discourage even an experienced developer, never mind the average person. However, with a little research, and the right project team the whole process can be hassle free and allow you to end up with “your” dream house not someone else’s idea of the dream house but there is no need to shy away from the process as long as you keep in mind the following suggestions:

By choosing the design and build route the client utilizes the experience of the Designer, who in many cases is also the General Contractor, at the very beginnig to help develop the design, liaise with planning submissions, advise on construction methods and design choices, advise on budget, manage the project, and construct your home.
The design and build route allows the client to have as much or as little involvement in the construction of their home as suits their lifestyle whilst putting added responsibility onto the Contractor. They will often take progress photos for you and are always available to answer questions and put your mind at ease during the whole process.

A day trip to Middle Caicos

Terry Meneley — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:33:15 +0000

I find that a day trip to Middle Caicos is always a breath of fresh air, after a long week on the busy island of Providenciales. It is a time that I can relax and really enjoy nature in its fullness, taking everything off of my mind and enjoying life for what it is.

In 1995 Times of the Islands printed an article by Sandy Manners Breil which began by saying “During my first visit to the Turks and Caicos Islands I was overwhelmed by the tranquility I found … I promised myself that a trip to one of the other cays would be high on my priority list when I returned. True to my word . . . I made arrangements . . . for a day trip to the Lucayan Indians’ sacred caves on Middle Caicos.” and ended the article with the words “Sitting at the pool, pina colada in hand we raved to other guests about our day. I could see each of them making mental notes to sign up for an adventurous day of their own in this island paradise.”

Obviously, Middle Caicos is still the beautiful island that Ms. Breil found it to be in 1995, and it continues to give you that unexplained feeling of freedom and tranquility that you look forward to.

Let me have your story of your Middle Caicos experience. I would love to read about it and even post it on our blog.

Contributed by Vernica. Email: delancy@nationalcolonyrealty.com

Sugar Apple

Terry Meneley — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:51:11 +0000

There is a time and season for every thing. It is now the season for Sugar Apple in little TCI. Isn’t the above a beautiful photo (taken courtesy of Terry Meneley). This was grown in TCI. A treat often enjoyed by all.

Contributed by Vernica. Email: delancy@nationalcolonyrealty.com

Vacation Memories in Art Form

Terry Meneley — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:20:56 +0000

When many of our visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands want to capture memories of their trip and a t-shirt just won’t do, they turn to art of some form to forever remember the natural beauty, silken white sand beaches that stretch for miles, diving experiences they may have had, or the many colours of the seas that surround us.

It can be a whimsical silk painting by Anna Bourne ,photos from the air or land taken by local vet Mark Woodring or local baskets from Middle Caicos that can be found in several places throughout the islands.

The choices are endless…have a look for yourself to see what captures your imagination.

Karen Shaw