Property law

Property law

Property law sets out how land and buildings are owned, transferred, leased, mortgaged and inherited, and how disputes are resolved. Jamaica Homes News explains property law in practical terms, with a focus on Jamaica, and reports on court decisions and legal reforms affecting owners, buyers and tenants.

Opinion

Landlords at a Crossroads as England Reforms Rental Law and Jamaica Maintains Rent Controls

By Jamaica HomesJanuary 12, 20261

Kingston, Jamaica — 11 January 2026 Proposed and enacted reforms to rental housing laws overseas are renewing debate in Jamaica…

Commentary

When the Winds Shift: Navigating Property Deals After Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica

By Jamaica HomesNovember 2, 20250

The Calm After the Storm In the days following Hurricane Melissa, a hush settled over Jamaica. The kind of quiet…

Commentary

Dean Jones Speaks with Andrew Marr on LBC About Hurricane Melissa’s Impact on Jamaica

By Jamaica HomesOctober 29, 20250

By Dean Jones 31 October 2025 This week, I had the opportunity to speak with one of Britain’s most respected…

Commentary

Dean Jones Speaks Live on BBC News TV About Hurricane Melissa and Jamaica’s Resilience

By Jamaica HomesOctober 7, 20250

This week, I had the opportunity to speak live on BBC News (UK TV) with Lucy Hockings, discussing the conditions…

Commentary

Real Estate Handbook for Jamaica

By Jamaica HomesOctober 2, 20240

A Guide for Aspiring and Current Real Estate Agents (Version 2024) Introduction This handbook is designed to serve as a…

Commentary

Unlocking the Secrets of Property Law: A Guide to Land, Rights, and Ownership

By Jamaica HomesFebruary 9, 20240

Property law is a cornerstone of the Jamaican legal system, governing the rights and responsibilities associated with the ownership and…

Commentary

What is a Life Estate?

By Jamaica HomesMarch 10, 20190

A life estate is a form of property ownership that lasts for the lifetime of a specific person, known as…

Commentary

The History of Jamaican Real Estate: Land Disputes and the Jamaican Legal System

By Jamaica HomesJanuary 1, 20180

Land disputes rank as Jamaica’s highest-volume civil court matter.Squatters can legally own land through long-term adverse possession.Family land without wills…

Commentary

Enforcing Covenants in Leases: An Exploration of Old and New Laws

By Jamaica HomesApril 7, 20140

Understanding the dynamics of landlord and tenant relationships requires delving into the intricacies of land law, encompassing Real Property law…

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