Jamaica spent generations building bigger houses. Now it is time to build smarter ones. KINGSTON,…

For thousands of Jamaicans, years of paying rent prove they can manage a major monthly expense. Yet when they try to purchase a home, that financial discipline may count for surprisingly little. Is Jamaica overlooking one of the strongest indicators of a responsible borrower?

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Somewhere in Jamaica, a homeowner is wondering whether to put their property…

The article distinguishes verified Jamaican market indicators from commentary rather than importing American inventory figures. Key factual checks include the RAJ’s reported J$99.3 billion in 2025 MLS sales, the Bank of Jamaica’s September 28 increase to 6.00 per cent, and reported buyer negotiating gains in Kingston and St Andrew.

From the struggle for land after emancipation to today’s multimillion-dollar property market, Jamaica’s best real estate agents need more than salesmanship. They need knowledge, judgement and the courage to tell clients the truth.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Scroll through TikTok or Instagram and you might be forgiven for wondering…