Month: December 2024

The fourth five-year retrospective of the Jamaica Diaspora & Returnee Update series surveys 2020–2024: COVID-19 reshapes every dimension of diaspora life while remittances surge to record highs; the Black Lives Matter movement reaches its global peak; Biden then Trump bookend the US political cycle; the UK passes through six prime ministers; Elaine Thompson-Herah’s Tokyo sprint double continues Jamaica’s athletic dynasty; and remittances grow from US$2.9 billion to US$3.4 billion in five extraordinary years.

The Jamaica Diaspora Annual Roundup for 2024: Donald Trump wins the US presidential election in November; the UK elects a Labour government under Keir Starmer in July with a historic landslide; the Paris Olympics see Jamaica’s athletes continue their sprint dominance; climate disasters intensify across the Caribbean; and remittances to Jamaica hold above US$3.4 billion as the diaspora relationship deepens through digital engagement.

Buying a home in Jamaica is a significant financial goal that requires careful planning and disciplined saving. Whether you’re a…

Each January, hundreds of thousands of Jamaicans reclaim NHT contributions, billions in all. Used toward a deposit, the refund is a quiet but real building block toward ownership.

The “Tropical Harmony Residence” embodies the seamless integration of modern minimalist design with the natural beauty of a coastal environment.…

An interior design of a modern architectural space featuring a series of intricate wooden arches that resemble tree branches supporting…

The real estate industry is dynamic and competitive, with over 1.3 million active agents in North America alone. To rise…

In recent years, Jamaican homeowners have faced significant increases in property insurance prices. Unfortunately, these higher costs are expected to…

“Gwaan” is a versatile and widely used Jamaican Patois term derived from the English phrase “going on.” It functions as…

Pre-1900s – Informal Market Traditions: Before the official celebration of Grand Market Night, Jamaica’s markets had long been places of commerce…

Pre-1900s – Informal Market Traditions: Before the official celebration of Grand Market Night, Jamaica’s markets had long been places of commerce…

In Jamaica’s vibrant real estate market, working with a REALTOR® can provide a wealth of benefits. Here’s why partnering with…

Becoming a top realtor in Jamaica goes beyond simply selling properties; it’s a bout understanding the intricacies of the local…

Jamaican Creole, also called Jamaican Patois, is the language many Jamaicans use to talk to each other every day. It…

The phrase “Deh pon” is commonly used in Jamaican Patois to express that something is happening, is in progress, or…