BUYING A HOME OR LAND
Prepare to buy in Saint Lucia
Start with the life you want the property to support. Set your budget, choose the communities you want to compare and make a shortlist worth viewing.
The Carigion team · Updated
Plan your purchase budget
Plan for the purchase price as well as the work needed to make the property suitable for you.
- Set a purchase budget and a separate allowance for moving, repairs and ongoing upkeep.
- If you need financing, discuss your borrowing budget with your lender before narrowing the search.
- Ask for written, itemised quotations for any professional services you need; confirm the currency and what is included.
Compare homes and land differently
For a home, consider the whole household’s daily routine. For land, describe what you would like to build so the team can focus your search.
- Homes: bedrooms, bathrooms, stairs, parking, storage and usable outdoor space.
- Land: lot size, slope, road approach, drainage and service connections to investigate.
- Compare communities by daily travel, access to services and the surroundings of each property.
Make each viewing useful
Save the property reference and write down what you need to check. Read the advertised details, then ask about anything missing or unclear.
- Confirm current availability and the meeting point with the Carigion team.
- Ask about the condition of the property and what is included in the asking price.
- After viewing, compare the same features and likely upkeep across your shortlist.
Questions about legal requirements or costs?
This guide covers search and viewing preparation. A Saint Lucia attorney can advise on the legal requirements and costs for your circumstances and the property you are considering.