We are entering the largest wealth transfer in history. Over the next 25 years, according to a report from research firm Cerulli Associates, 45 million U.S. households will pass a mind-boggling $68 trillion to their children — the biggest generational wealth transfer ever. Individual retirement accounts alone in the U.S. held more than $9 trillion...
Recycling on SXM
Efforts to lessen the amount of garbage ending up on the burgeoning landfill continue thanks to a partnership between Tropical Shipping, recycling company All Caribbean and St. Maarten Recycling NV. Locally expired canned sodas and beers and cardboard are collected and shipped off-island by Tropical Shipping. The current load from St. Maarten consists of some...
10 Tips for Buying Property in the Caribbean
Many people dream of owning a slice of paradise and buying property in the Caribbean. Whether it is for retirement living, vacation destination or an income earner, here are ten tips to help you have a smooth and enjoyable experience of buying in the Caribbean…. and we are speaking from first hand experience – so...
Villa Amalia. St. Maarten’s Flagship Villa
Villa Amalia, St. Maarten
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Island Dreams Realty is an “Award winning brand!”
Linda and I are thrilled to have been nominated and win “Best Brand” for Island Dreams NV (Realty Company) from the amazing New York magazine Hudson Valley Style. It was a long time in the making, and we thank Max for always delivering what we envision! Thank you Max and Dino! Explore more st maarten...
Tax info of SXM
The Tax aspects with respect to renting real estate Introduction This memo comprises an overview of the tax aspects relating to renting real estate in St. Maarten. It is not intended to be comprehensive and consequently should only be relied on as an introduction to general tax matters relating to renting real estate. The tax...
Sint Maarten Information Package from your “Island Dreams” team
Buyer Loyalty We take the responsibility of finding you the right home very Seriously. In response to our commitment of time, effort and loyalty to you, we ask your commitment of loyalty to us. This includes viewing all homes exclusively with us, and allowing us the opportunity to make the “first contact” with owners of...
St. Maarten among four shark sanctuaries confirmed or to be set up in the Caribbean
MAHO–Government representatives from Caribbean islands talked of the concrete steps they are making in implementing shark conservation measures in their respective exclusive economic zones (EEZs) at a press conference convened Wednesday during the Shark Symposium at Sonesta Ocean Point and Maho Beach Resort and Casino. Looking for your next home or investment? Browse the latest...
Sorting bins
The Collectivite has begun distributing colour-coded sorting bins such, as these installed in Oyster Pond on Thursday. The plan is to install 107 of the bins in all districts by the end of the year. The Collectivite’s long-term goal is to recycle 22kg of waste per inhabitant by 2018. The public is encouraged to protect...

