Popular Estate Agencies
- Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty: https://www.damianos.com/
- H.G. Christie Ltd.: https://www.hgchristie.com/
- Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty: https://www.coldwellbankerbahamas.com/
- Sotheby’s International Realty Bahamas: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/bahamas
- Bahamas Realty: https://www.bahamasrealty.bs/
Qualifications and Licenses
Estate agents in the Bahamas are required to have a professional qualification and license issued by the Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) and must comply with the industry’s Code of Ethics.
Fees
Estate agents in the Bahamas typically charge a commission of around 3-5% of the sale price of the property. This fee is usually paid by the seller, but in some cases, it may be split between the seller and the buyer.
Other Resources for Property Sale
- Real estate portals such as Zillow, Realtor.com, or Point2 Homes
- Local newspapers such as The Tribune or The Nassau Guardian
- Word of mouth
Buyer’s Agent
The use of a buyer’s agent is not common in the Bahamas. There are no specific qualifications or licenses required for a buyer’s agent in the Bahamas, and their fees vary.
Organizations for Foreign Property Buyers
- Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA): https://www.brea.bs/
- Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation: https://www.bahamas.com/real-estate
- Bahamas Realty: https://www.bahamasrealty.bs/
- Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty: https://www.coldwellbankerbahamas.com/
- Sotheby’s International Realty Bahamas: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/bahamas