Mind Your Money | Time to Start Year-End Tax Planning
This month Joel Lee, CPA, discusses money savings ideas to help you when preparing for your tax returns next year. The federal income tax rates for 2015 are the same as last year: 10%, 15%, 25%, 28%, 33%, 35%, and 39.6%. However, the rate bracket beginning and ending points are increased slightly to account for […]
Homebuyer Loan Option Change
Have you been considering an FHA Loan? Did you know that in September of this year, one of the biggest benefits of acquiring a FHA Loan has disappeared that may impact your home buying experience? Student loan debt is now reviewed and considered as part of the debt to income ratio. In addition, closer scrutiny […]
Say Goodbye to Summer
Summer on St. Croix is always exciting. The last three months were filled with events including Summer Heritage Jump Up, St. Croix Landmark’s Society Come Home to St. Croix Celebration, Mango Meleé, the Emancipation Day and 4th of July celebrations, the Laugh out Loud Comedy Series, Good Hope Country Day School’s Lion King performance, Kayak […]
Mind Your Money | Sale of a New Home
This month Joel Lee, CPA, will discuss selling your homes and meeting ownership and used tests to qualify for exclusion of gains on your tax returns.
Cork & Fork Dinners!
This year’s St. Croix Food and Wine Experience featured two amazing Cork and Fork Dinner locations. The Cohen Estate in historic Frederiksted, one of the two breathtaking locations, had just emerged from a four-year restoration that was overseen by Stephanie Hodge. The owner of the Cohen Estate is Stephanie and Caryn’s cousin, Marisol Cohen. The […]
Did You Know?
If you guessed the Great House at Catherine’s Hope, you were right. There began a flurry of activity and serendipity. We knew the house because we had sold it. The owners were kind enough to say, “Yes!” In lieu of accepting payment for Stewart’s stay, the owners had that money donated to two fabulous organizations […]
Welcome Triathletes! St. Croix Gears Up for the 27th Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3
St. Croix’s spotlight in international sports shines this weekend with the 27th Annual Captain Morgan Ironman 70.3 Triathlon! The St. Croix Triathlon, known as “Beauty and the Beast,” takes place Sunday, May 3. Christiansted town will be buzzing during the days leading up to the official race. Each year, professionals and new triathletes descend on […]
Mind Your Money | Did You Make a Mistake On Your Tax Return?
This month, Joel Lee, CPA, discusses what you should do if you realized that you made an error on your recently filed tax return.
Villa Asolo
The charm of the islands with unmatched elegance. Watch the video and see where these doors lead you. https://youtu.be/r5Z7X41BGAQ
Featured Listings – February
Buyers have really been lovin’ land properties lately! This month’s featured listings highlight some beautiful parcels of land along with delightful homes. We have something for everyone! Loading… Downtown CharmMLS #14-1678 Spacious Open Floor PlanMLS #14-1855 Stellar ViewsMLS #15-130 Serenity At HomeMLS #15-217 Panoramic ViewsMLS #15-352 Serene Tranquil SettingMLS #15-365