How do I buy property safely as a foreign buyer?

Start with a local licensed agent, verify inventory through MLS, confirm pricing with local comps, and coordinate with a Bahamian attorney for title search and closing steps.

What taxes apply in the Bahamas?

The Bahamas is widely known for having no personal income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, or estate tax. Transaction costs and property-related taxes may still apply depending on your purchase.

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Q: Can foreigners buy property in the Bahamas?

Yes. Foreign buyers can legally buy and own property in the Bahamas, including freehold property. The safest approach is verified inventory plus clean local due diligence and legal coordination.

Q: Do I need residency to buy property in the Bahamas?

No. You can buy property without residency. If residency is your goal, certain real estate purchases may support a residency application depending on your circumstances and documentation.

Foreigners can legally own property in the Bahamas, but the process must be handled correctly.

I’m Glenn Ferguson, licensed Bahamas real estate agent, Bahamas residency consultant, Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA) member, and Bahamas MLS member with 24 years of local experience.

If your goal is a second home, investment property, relocation, or residency, I’ll help you avoid the mistakes that cost foreign buyers the most: overpaying, buying in the wrong location, and discovering legal/title issues late.

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Can foreigners buy property in the Bahamas?

Yes. Foreign buyers can legally buy and own property in the Bahamas, including freehold property, with proper process and documentation.

Your results depend on two things: verified inventory + clean legal coordination.

How to Buy Safely (The Clean, Proven Steps)

1) Start with the right island + strategy

Second home, rental income, relocation, or residency goals. Your best island depends on your goal.

2) Only use verified inventory

MLS-backed inventory prevents wasted time on stale, duplicated, or misrepresented listings.

3) Confirm pricing with local context

Comparable sales guidance and negotiation strategy protect you from overpaying.

4) Coordinate properly with a Bahamian attorney

Title search, closing steps, and documentation must be handled correctly to reduce risk.

Taxes (What Foreign Buyers Ask Most)

No income tax
No capital gains tax
No inheritance tax

Transaction costs and property-related taxes may still apply depending on your purchase structure and property type.

Do I need residency to buy?

No. You can buy without residency.

If residency is your goal, certain real estate purchases may support a residency application depending on your situation and documentation. I help align your purchase plan with your long-term move.

How Glenn Helps Foreign Buyers Buy Safely

What you get

MLS-only verified listings (reduce misinformation fast)
Price guidance + negotiation (avoid overpaying)
Island selection strategy (right location for your goals)
Residency planning (if relocation is part of the plan)
Local legal coordination (clean due diligence workflow)

Glenn’s credentials

Licensed Bahamas Real Estate Agent
Bahamas Residency Consultant
Member, Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA)
Member, Bahamas MLS
24 years on-the-ground experience

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FAQ: Buying Property in the Bahamas as a Foreigner

Can foreigners buy property in the Bahamas?

Yes. Foreign buyers can legally purchase and own property. The safest approach is verified inventory plus proper local due diligence.

Do I need residency to buy?

No. Residency is not required to purchase. If residency is a goal, we align your purchase plan accordingly.

What are the biggest mistakes foreign buyers make?

Starting with random listings, overpaying without local comps context, and not coordinating cleanly with local legal steps.

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