It is common knowledge that death and taxes are the only two certainties in life. The saying “death and taxes go hand in hand” is relevant in Jamaica because when a deceased person owns properties and other assets, the transfer of said assets to loved ones will require the payment of death duties to the Government.   

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Author: Abi-Gaye White Thomas, Attorney-At-Law [Balcostics Law] 

Produced by: Balcostics Ltd. https://balcostics.com/

The rainy season is a time when we start questioning the drainage infrastructure that has been put in place when we see water racing down canals and box drains. Maybe you can identify with the experience of being in town when it rains. You know that if you do not want to get your feet wet with floodwater, you will have to find an alternative route to go from Point A to Point B or wait until it subsides.

Written & Read by: Nicole Barclay, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A.

Produced by: Balcostics Research https://balcostics.com/

Purchasing Property in Jamaica? 

Here are 6 Questions You Must Answer before making your final decision. 

Purchasing a property is a significant investment and with all investments, you should gather as much information as possible before making a final decision.  In this episode, we look at 6 Key Questions that should be answered before purchasing property in Jamaica.  

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Author: Abi-Gaye White Thomas, Attorney-At-Law [Balcostics Law]  

Audio read by: Ms. Kimeisha Simpson 

Audio editing by: Mr. Nicholas Bent  

Produced by: Balcostics Ltd. https://balcostics.com/

Watch the animated version on our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLmY5q0cyyg

In this episode, we discuss a research paper by Shari-Lee Carter looking at "Why Jamaican boys underperform in school, compared to girls?"   About Shari-Lee Carter: she has taught in the Jamaican education system and is currently teaching English as a Second Language at the elementary to tertiary level in Japan. She is also a student at the University of Leceister, pursuing a Master of Arts degree in International Education with a specification in Innovation and Reform.   

Produced by: Balcostics Research https://balcostics.com/   

Supported by: Balcostics Law https://balcosticslaw.com/contacts/ 

Watch the presentation on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Btha21KVcfE  

This week's legal animated video examines "what to do if you lose your Land Title"?  

Your land title is a document that states that you are an owner or part owner of a land, it shows proof that the land is yours.  In the event that you cannot find your Land Title, watch our video for details on obtaining a new title.   

If you have more questions, you can schedule an online consultation with our Attorney here: https://balcosticslaw.com/contacts/ 

Produced by: Balcostics Ltd. [Research & Legal Data Visualization]  

Author: Abi-Gaye White Thomas, Attorney-At-Law [Balcostics Law] 

Audio read by: Ms. Kimeisha Simpson 

Audio editing by: Mr. Nicholas Bent

Watched the animated explanation video on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2hsDJmPSxs

GETTING A DIVORCE IN JAMAICA: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW  

In this week's episode we examine the requirements to obtain a divorce in Jamaica. For divorce proceedings to start there are certain requirements which must be satisfied. In Jamaica, the only ground for a divorce is the irretrievable breakdown of the union. It is important to note that the parties would have to be separated for at least twelve (12) months.  

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You can also watch animated video with this explanation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdj_gWcH35Y&t=5s

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Author: Abi-Gaye White Thomas, Attorney-At-Law [Balcostics Law]  

Audio recording by: Ms. Kimeisha Simpson 

Audio editing by: Mr. Nicholas Bent  

Produced by: Balcostics Ltd. https://balcostics.com/

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IN OUR quest for healthier eating choices, we are encouraged to eat foods with less fat and sodium, more fiber, more complex carbohydrates and lower in calories. The foods that are most promoted are usually the imported ones since more is known about them than about our local foods. We may therefore seek out whole grain cereals and breads, fruits such as the American apple, plum and grapes and vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. How do our local foods compare?  

Author: Mrs. Patricia Thompson, Nutritionist   

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