#( silverbrook. )

[novazzt]

My lazyass finally finish drawing something yeyyyyy

[forsakenadventurer]

some flat fullbodies from a couple weeks ago

[centuryjm21]

Tips for Successful Investing in Rental Properties in Jamaica

As the real estate market in Jamaica continues to thrive, with homes for sale in Jamaica and Jamaica houses attracting investors from near and far, the opportunity to build wealth through rental property investments has never been more enticing. Whether you're eyeing a cozy studio apartment or a sprawling beachfront villa in one of Jamaica's vibrant communities, investing in Jamaica real estate can be a savvy financial move - but it's not without its challenges.

At 21st Century Real Estate, we've helped countless clients navigate the ins and outs of becoming successful Jamaica real estate investors. From finding the perfect Silverbrook Apartments or homes for sale in Jamaica to maximizing your rental income and managing tenants, we've compiled our top tips to set you up for success in the world of Jamaican rental property investment.

Location, Location, Location

When it comes to rental property investments, location is arguably the most important factor to consider. Look for neighborhoods in high-demand areas with low vacancy rates, good schools, and easy access to amenities like shopping, dining, and public transportation. In Jamaica, popular areas like Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios are always in high demand for both long-term rentals and short-term vacation rentals.

Do Your Due Diligence

Before purchasing any Jamaica houses or homes for sale in Jamaica, it's crucial to do your homework. Research average rental rates, occupancy rates, and operating expenses for similar properties in the area. Hiring a professional inspector to assess the condition of the home can also help you avoid costly surprises down the line. Don't forget to factor in additional costs like property management fees, insurance, and potential renovations or upgrades.

Crunch the Numbers

Once you've identified a promising property, it's time to run the numbers. Determine your projected rental income, operating expenses, and expected cash flow to ensure the investment aligns with your financial goals. A good rule of thumb is to aim for a property that will generate a monthly cash flow of at least 1% of the purchase price. This will help you cover your mortgage, taxes, insurance, and other costs while leaving room for a healthy profit.

Leverage Your Equity

If you already own a home in Jamaica or elsewhere, you may be able to use the equity in that property to finance the purchase of a rental property. This can be an effective way to grow your real estate portfolio without having to come up with a large down payment upfront. Just be sure to carefully consider the risks and speak with a financial advisor before tapping into your home equity.

Build a Reliable Team

Successful rental property investors know that they can't do it all alone. Surround yourself with a team of trusted professionals, including a knowledgeable real estate agent, a skilled property manager, a reliable contractor, and a savvy accountant. These experts can help you navigate the complexities of property acquisition, tenant management, maintenance, and tax planning.

Embrace Technology

In the 21st century, technology has revolutionized the way we manage rental properties. From online listing platforms and virtual tours to automated rent collection and maintenance tracking, there are countless tools and apps that can streamline your operations and save you time and money. Embrace these technological advancements to maximize the efficiency of your rental properties.

Screen Tenants Thoroughly

One of the most critical aspects of rental property investment is finding and retaining high-quality tenants. Take the time to thoroughly screen applicants, checking their credit history, employment status, and references. This can help you avoid the headaches of late payments, property damage, and evictions down the line.

Maintain the Property

Keeping your rental properties in top condition is essential for attracting and retaining tenants, as well as preserving the value of your investment. Develop a proactive maintenance plan and budget for regular upgrades and repairs. By staying on top of property maintenance, you can minimize costly issues and ensure your tenants are happy and comfortable.

Be Prepared for the Unexpected

Even the most carefully planned rental property investments can encounter unexpected challenges, from natural disasters to tenant disputes. Build up a financial cushion to cover vacancies, repairs, and other unforeseen expenses. Additionally, ensure you have the appropriate insurance coverage in place to protect your investment and your tenants.

Stay Informed and Adaptable

The real estate market is constantly evolving, and successful rental property investors know how to adapt to changing conditions. Stay informed about market trends, new legislation, and industry best practices. Be willing to adjust your strategies as needed to maximize your returns and ensure the long-term viability of your investments.

By following these tips and leveraging the expertise of the 21st Century Real Estate team, you can navigate the world of rental property investment in Jamaica with confidence. Whether you're looking to add a cozy Silverbrook Apartments unit to your portfolio or a sprawling beachfront villa, the opportunities for building wealth through Jamaican real estate are abundant. So why wait? Start your journey to becoming a successful rental property investor today.

[lynnemoonsong]

A Songsorrow (kelpie) in her natural habitat.

Hollow Woods, 2023

[auraboo]

Vappu picnic with Hawk, Ren'i, Ared and Hamr (who's probably there against his will, ha). Can you spot Nightsong and Silverbrook lost in their own little world? ❤

Kippis ja hyvää vappua!

[sleepyowlwrites]

I may take forever with my follow thru but i do get it done eventually. 🫡

anyway. You have a wip about stealing a bridge?? approximately how big is this bridge? is it any particular color? why that bridge? are they moving it or is it like. a trophy they plan on putting in their living room like some people do with road signs?

Oh that's thief story. Stealing the bridge is just the first step is getting to this tower on an island that only sometimes exists or only sometimes appears and in that tower is supposedly a legendary treasure. In this world some people have the ability to cast portals, which are more of full spaces than doorways, if that makes sense. And things will be hidden in alternate versions of places and you can only access it thru a portal. The idea to steal the bridge over Silverbrook is that if you cast a portal over it, you could transport it to being across the water from the mainland to the island. This would take some doing, because it requires an entry point and an exit point, so you need a second caster.

And our thief team doesn't have one strong enough at their ready disposal.

[theghostofmeagorsholdfast]

oc game of thrones house !! house winterhelm

a bunch of random things I've written about the house over time.

sigil : A Owl on a blue and light gray split background.

words : steadfast and unbroken

house winterhelm was founded during the age of heroes by alaric winterhelm, the son of eira the eternal who herself is a legendary daughter of garth greenhand.

alaric founded house winterhelm after his mothers passing, building castle in the forest his mother was buried in. (and that later she would be said to haunt.)

by 139ac house winterhelm had accuried two swords they passed down through generations, a bastard sword that had been named cocksaw and a valyrian steel longsword named eclipse.

it is said that every few generations someone in house winterhelm is born with a odd sort of gift, though no one outside of the family have ever been able to come up with any proof of this.

house winterhelm has two cadet branches, house wynter and house winterhelm of silverbrook.

house wynter was founded in 130ac after elyan snow, a bastard of house winterhelm, was given land by his nephew, lord alwin winterhelm, for his service to his lord.

house winterhelm of silverbrook was founded in by lord lirien winterhelm, who had been his fathers 8th child and 4th son, after he married lady dalla vinmire and inherited the land.

house sigil :

what the family tree looks like :

[the-opposite-and-the-mirror]

Tessa Silverbrook and Max Lightwood - The Opposite and The Mirror rewrite

(insp)

[simsllama]

After collapsing dramatically next to the bin yesterday, Servo is back on its feet – thanks to Lyndon Bush and his trusty wrench at sunrise. Nothing says “good morning” in the Bush household like kneeling on the pavement to restore your robot child’s dignity.

It’s a new day, a fresh boot cycle, and (hopefully) no more spontaneous sidewalk shutdowns. Here's to smoother programming ahead.

[novazzt]

Never pick a choice so fast

[evil-gadgeteer]

happy artfight

here you go!! go fight meeeeee

btw this is another reminder that i have an oc blog @silverbrook-pi

[circetalia]

Just sharing a small wip on Izzy's reference sheet I'm working on!

Trying to get it done before art fight! It'll have both her normal look (I've named her normal version 'Silverbrooke' for the city she'll be based in!) And it'll also include her DATV Rook look!

[fletcher-bailey]

𖠋𖠋𖠋 - Do they have any siblings? What is/are that relationship(s) like?

"Three older brothers - Hunter, Max and Hudson. Listed oldest to youngest, with each of them within a year or two of the other. The largest age gap was between me and Hudson - five years. Easy to say, I wasn't expected, but I wasn't unwanted. My mom made sure to show that, so Max liked to make fun of me and call me a mama's boy.

He wasn't wrong, but it was easy to get upset over. He always made my life Hell, pinning mistakes against me so I got stuck with all the awful chores. He roped Hudson in on his schemes, but Hunter? He looked after me, when he was around to mitigate. He got them off my back.

Hunter enlisted in the National Guard, Hudson met some girl in Silverbrook and they have a family out in Colorado, and Max? He's still on the farm with my dad, following in his footsteps raising the cattle and throwing back too much whiskey every night. I talk to the other two most, and they ask about Oliver. Having a good relationship with two out of three isn't too bad."

[auraboo]

13: In the chestnut grove

Destiny, writ in flames. Love, forged with blood.

Genre: high fantasy, romance, LGBT/queer Keywords: enemies to lovers, slowburn, m/m, drama, adventure Rating: for mature audiences (+18) Release schedule: every other Wednesday

”Well, I’m sure you tried your best. How they look doesn’t affect the taste, at least,” she said, turning the roughly cut fillets to join the fruit cubes on the pan. Ren’i turned his reddened face elsewhere and tried not to see Onniar, who was shaking with silent laughter.

”Sorry,” Ren’i mumbled.

Silverbrook flashed him a wide grin. ”Don’t mind her. The important thing is that you’re helping.”

”That ill-tempered captain will be none too happy when he learns that you’ve turned his prince into a kitchenhand,” Onniar pointed out, shaking his peeling knife in their direction.

Silverbrook looked around, then shrugged. ”How odd. I don’t see anyone here but two sweaty hunters who gossip more than work. Where on earth have you seen a prince?”

Ren’i couldn’t stop himself from laughing.

Direct link in the comments!

[ao3feed-piltovers-finest]

Between Frost and Flame

by RollercoasterOdyssey

Caitlyn has spent a week in Silverbrook every year for Christmas. This year, after a hectic season in Piltover, she arrives earlier than usual, searching for peace and meaning. For the first time, she decides to fully immerse herself in the town’s close-knit community. But when sparks fly with Vi, the charming bartender, Caitlyn begins to question everything she thought she knew about the holidays—and maybe even her future.

Words: 3679, Chapters: 1/13, Language: English

Fandoms: Arcane: League of Legends (Cartoon 2021)

Rating: Teen And Up Audiences

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply

Categories: F/F

Characters: Caitlyn (League of Legends), Vi (League of Legends), Jinx (League of Legends), Vander (League of Legends), Mylo (Arcane: League of Legends), Claggor (Arcane: League of Legends), Jayce (League of Legends), Cassandra Kiramman

Relationships: Caitlyn/Vi (League of Legends)

Additional Tags: Jinx Goes by Powder (League of Legends), Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, Christmas, Fluff, Light Angst, Eventual Smut

Read on A03. from AO3 works tagged ‘Caitlyn/Vi (League of Legends)’

[clxscdeyes]

@bloodicdfeathers

"I have a question." he must find it odd that she'd find him of all people. He's probably heard of what happened and if anything, maybe he's seen the ghosts that had marched their way to Silverbrook. Nonetheless, she is here for that reason.

"Would you be able to show me something?" She didn't know if his abilities were a little bit stronger than before. "I would like to know how to protect myself against spirits a little better."