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From the Bahamas' citizenship-by-investment program to Belize's no capital gains tax and direct U.S. flights, nine Caribbean islands worth buying into
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Buying a home in the Caribbean is a lifelong dream for many, and the idea of waking up to white sand, turquoise water, and a considerably slower pace of life proves hard to resist for prospective buyers. Not every Caribbean island offers the same value, accessibility, or long-term appeal, though, making the choice of which island to buy on a considerably important decision.
Timothy Smith, partner and licensed real estate agent at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate MCR Bahamas, explains that choosing an island in the Caribbean involves weighing several factors at once, including the availability of international airports and direct flights from major cities, desirable weather, a stable government, a robust real estate market, and a shared time zone with major business regions. Real estate experts point to several destinations that consistently deliver on these particular factors.
