Is Affordable Housing a Pipe Dream in Barbados?

Affordable housing is one of the biggest concerns facing Barbadians today. Whether you’re trying to rent, buy, or simply plan for the future, the question keeps coming up: is affordable housing in Barbados becoming a pipe dream?In this episode of Jus’ Ah Conversation, hosts Mikul Elcock and Aisha Reid unpack the pressures around housing, home ownership, real estate, and affordability in Barbados.Joining the conversation are:Raquel Thompson – Architect Cherita O’dell – Real Estate Broker Paul Ashby – Chief Executive Officer, SigniaGlobe Financial Group Janelle Bruce – Educator and First-Time HomeownerTogether, they explore the realities of the housing market from different angles — design, property, financing, and lived experience. From rising costs and access to mortgages to what first-time buyers are really up against, this is a conversation about more than just houses. It’s about stability, security, and whether ordinary Barbadians can still see a path to owning a home.🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube (@thebgis).