Home Is Where the Heart Is: Finding Affordability in Trinidad and Tobago

Welcome to Hot Topics! Join us in this insightful episode as host Gabrielle Crichlow welcomes her cousin, Shevon Crichlow, owner of Liberty Real Estate Agency, to discuss the emotional and practical challenges of finding a home in Trinidad and Tobago. Together, they explore the intricacies of the local real estate market, sharing valuable insights and expert advice for both buyers and sellers.Shevon emphasizes the importance of getting pre-approved for a mortgage before diving into house hunting, highlighting how this step can save potential buyers from losing out on their dream properties. Shevon and Gabrielle also delve into key factors to consider when purchasing a home, such as location, infrastructure, and the reputation of developers, along with the necessity of professional property valuations.As the market evolves, the ladies address the growing challenges average buyers face, particularly with properties exceeding $1 million becoming increasingly common. Shevon shares alternative strategies, including the benefits of purchasing land and gradually building, as a more affordable option for prospective homeowners.The conversation also touches on opportunities for international buyers, navigating restrictions, and the importance of fostering a society where safe and affordable living options are accessible to all.Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt reflections that will guide you through the housing landscape of Trinidad and Tobago, ensuring you’re well-equipped to make informed decisions in your home-buying journey.Who is Shevon Crichlow?Shevon is a real estate agent with her own agency Liberty Real Estate Agency. The main goal of her agency is to provide professional and honest real estate services within Trinidad and Tobago. They offer free advice on sales, rentals, land, and commercial properties. They keep abreast of the changing market and assist their clients in making a sound real estate investment. They are customer-oriented and focused on helping their clients find the right property within their budget. Through the multi-networking system, they have assisted many other real estate agents and have access to other listings which gives them the opportunity to show many more properties on the market. Liberty Real Estate Agency has also aided many home owners in selling their properties. If you are looking to sell your home, land, or even commercial building, you have come to the right place. Their agents work hard to market and advertise your listing thoroughly.You can find Shevon Crichlow:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/libertyrealestateagency/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertyrealestateagency/On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@liberty.real.estaBy phone (TT): (868) 745-4252By email: [email protected] this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/5vVUPm45Qb4Rate this episode on IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt33727335/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk********************************************Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn X: https://www.twitter.com/ASATS2013 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservicesOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com   Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcastSupport us:Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013Zelle: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/supportOriginal date of episode: September 29, 2024