Floral inspirations & architectural ingenuity

We don’t often use personifying words to define the architectural styles seen around the world. However, in Bermuda where homes are described as charming and full of character, it comes as no surprise that we have ‘decorative eyebrows’ over our windows and ‘welcoming arms’ entrances. But where did these classic Bermudian architectural quirks originate from? Hurricanes have played a significant role in the evolution of the Bermuda-style home. In the early 1600’s – when the island was first colonized – cedar was the material of choice for the construction of buildings, and their roofs were made from thatched palmetto fronds. […]

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To Airbnb or Not to Airbnb? Let’s Run Some Numbers

Article first appeared on rgmags.com on March 1, 2019 We all know someone who has become a successful entrepreneur thanks to modern accommodation booking websites such as Airbnb. As popularity for vacation rental properties continues to increase more homeowners are starting to ask themselves whether this a worthwhile income option.   As a rental associate at Rego Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the most common conversations I have with homeowners is advising them of the pros and cons of entering the market with a long-term rental versus a short-term/vacation rental. People often want to know which option will generate a higher revenue opportunity, […]

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