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Life on Cayman Brac

Life on Cayman Brac

Named for its breathtaking Bluff, tranquil and off the beaten track, yet vibrant with nature and adventure – welcome to life on Cayman Brac. Get to know our favourite spots, and you’ll be sold on the laid-back quality of living the Brac exudes.

Life on Grand Cayman

Life on Grand Cayman

Life in Cayman is hard to beat. And although Grand Cayman is the most populous and developed of the three sister islands, it is brimming full of natural beauty and vibrant culture, waiting to be enjoyed. There is a whole island to be discovered — so let’s venture off the beaten track and explore.

Mortgages in Cayman: How much home can I afford?

Mortgages in Cayman: How much home can I afford?

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned property vet, it is important to understand the rates and trends for mortgages in Cayman. Jen Powell sits down with Amanda Bodden, Senior Manager of Lending at Butterfield Bank Cayman, to discuss mortgages in Cayman.

Cayman Stamp Duty Changes

Cayman Stamp Duty Changes

To help explain the stamp duty changes for contracts entered before and after the 1st of January 2020, and the potential impact on buyers, Kate Ryley enlisted the help of Tim Swallow, an attorney at the local law firm Appleby.

The Cayman Islands: Small-town, Big appeal

The Cayman Islands: Small-town, Big appeal

The Cayman life is more than just sand between your toes. Our team sat together and gathered everything that makes Cayman, Cayman. Get to know our favourite local spots and you’ll buy into her true side in no time.

Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?

Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?

From the offer to purchase to closing, a property transaction is a legal contract between a seller and a buyer. That is why we recommend you engage an attorned specialised in local real estate to ease the contractual process, and your mind.

A Testament to Cayman’s Strength

A Testament to Cayman’s Strength

The Cayman real estate market speaks volumes. In March 2020, at the beginning of lockdown, we all braced for impact. And yet despite the numerous challenges the year brought us, this island nation proved its resilience.

Working from home in Cayman, are you legal?

Working from home in Cayman, are you legal?

Obtaining legal approval to set up your home office in Cayman can be tricky. The island's Planning Department regulations prohibit the use of a residential property for activities that fall outside what the area is zoned for.