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Nepotism, Territorialism, and the Tough Questions in Jamaican Real Estate

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Jamaica Now
Aug 25, 2023
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Real estate in Jamaica is not just about houses, land, and investments. It is about people — and people bring politics, power struggles, and sometimes the darker side of professional life. Behind glossy brochures and elegant open houses lies a set of tough questions that many in the industry whisper about, but few dare to discuss openly: nepotism, territorial behavior, and why some realtors hold back others.

This is not unique to Jamaica, but the scale, visibility, and cultural dimensions here make it worth examining.

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