Rep. Charles Rangel blamed his failure to pay taxes on his rental income from a Caribbean villa to “cultural and language barriers,” reports the New York Times. “Every time I thought I was getting somewhere, they’d start speaking Spanish,” Rangel said of his attempts to sort out his paperwork. The congressman admitted responsibility for his errors and submitted materials for an ethics investigation.

Rangel, a lawyer, is chairman of the House Committee on Ways & Means, which writes tax law, and about half the households in his district speak primarily Spanish. He has also come under fire for maintaining four rent-stabilized Manhattan apartments, one of which serves as his campaign office.

Rep. Charles Rangel blamed his failure to pay taxes on his rental income from a Caribbean villa to “cultural and language barriers,” reports the New York Times. “Every time I thought I was getting somewhere, they’d start speaking Spanish,” Rangel said of his attempts to sort out his paperwork. The congressman admitted responsibility for his errors and submitted materials for an ethics investigation.

Rangel, a lawyer, is chairman of the House Committee on Ways & Means, which writes tax law, and about half the households in his district speak primarily Spanish. He has also come under fire for maintaining four rent-stabilized Manhattan apartments, one of which serves as his campaign office.

The Caribbean Islands! The very name brings out the sound of the swaying palms and the surf. The Caribbean Islands enjoy tropical climate, with warm and moist trade wind blowing from the East. These winds create rainforest and semi-desert conditions. The winter might find the northwesterly winds blowing in and warming the air. These weather conditions make it a wonderful place to live in. The Caribbean Islands are actually an archipelago with around 7000 islands strung together. This is prime land, and it offers many kinds of properties for rent or sale.

Be clear in your mind why you are thinking of buying Caribbean Property on the Islands. Would you be using the home that you are planning on, as a holiday resort, or as a place to retire in? Would you be looking for a place to work out of, or do business?

Before you begin your search, it would be best to fix your budget. Next, check out with the many property dealers in the Caribbean Islands what is on offer. It is also a wise thing to find out all the laws of the island where you are planning to buy land to build, or buy a home. Some of the islands are colonies of European nations, some are sovereign states, some are tied to the United States, and some are overseas departments or dependent territories. Of course, not all the 7000 islands are habitable.

There are many Caribbean Real Estate property dealers who will be ready to help. You will have to look out for those unprincipled dealers who will not get you the best deal and yet make you spend an exorbitant amount. Researching the real estate market will help you make an informed choice of property and a realistic purchase. Theres a company, for instance, who are specialist property dealers in Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, and Trinidad & Tobago. Theres another company, which have formed business connections with reliable property developers and have quite a few properties in the islands for investment. And finally, theres another company that deals in real estate and has international property listings deals with homes for families, apartments, condominiums, villas, and all other kinds of residences in more than 36 islands, which include, Jamaica, Montserrat, the Cayman Islands and Martinique.

It would be a good idea to get to know all the fine print that governs the renting or buying, or maybe even selling of property in the Caribbean Islands. Some of the islands have strict restrictions on foreigners who are looking for property to buy. For example, if you want to buy Caribbean Property in Bermuda, Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, St.Kitts, Nevis, and St.Lucia, you will need a permit or license. This is not so easy to acquire not to mention the cost factor. Buying property in the Dominican Republic does not require a permit and is a fairly painless procedure, with only Land Transfer Tax to be paid.

As a discerning buyer, you will need to find out about the weather conditions. Except for the Dutch Islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao, all the other islands fall in the Hurricane Belt. Naturally, if you decide to either build or buy here, you will have to keep in mind the damages caused by strong gales, rain and maybe even floods. Your Caribbean Real Estate maintenance costs will rise and you will have to build such that there is least amount of structural wear and tear due to these forceful weather conditions. Once you have found your dream Caribbean Property, get to know it.

Visit your Caribbean Real Estate property at all times of the day, to see how the light falls on it. If this is the first time ever that you are buying property, it wouldnt be a bad idea at all to get an expert to come and critically look at the building with you. Getting to know the local people, the local culture always helps in the settling in process. Find out if there is some history connected with either the building of your choice, or the land where you intend building.

It all adds up to your making a good investment.

Immersing in Caribbean culture is one experience every adventurous traveler should never miss. The best way to enjoy this culture is by actually living in one of its authentic luxury rental villas available in many communities. These villas, are usually upscale home that the owner is willing to rent out while they are not using them. The rental villa generally will be an up scale property located near various local attractions. Renting a villa provides a traveler to have a greater degree of space and privacy than they would find at a hotel as well as the ability to have friends and family staying under the same roof with them. This a great option for families!

The mesmerizing Dominican Republic in the waters of the vast Caribbean Sea is known for its charming villas, waterfront apartments, and stylish rentable homes. The properties in the Caribbean islands are exquisite just like Sosua which is located just 10 minutes from the Puerto Plata Airport in the Dominican Republic close by to the Playa Dorada world class golf course. A location like Sosua offers stunning ocean views and a vacationing experience travelers will remember for a lifetime

When you are staying at the villa of your choice, you will notice that perhaps one of the most delightful part of the day is the sunrise, when the warm rays of the sun fill up the room and wakes you up from your slumber. If you begin your day early you will be able to enjoy these magical mornings especially at the Villa de Cap Cana since it spectacular beach views from its many balconies. This setting offers a unique and breathtaking sunrise experience.

In addition to awesome views and golf courses there are abundance of local activities; yachting and country clubs to exclusive spas, great restaurants, exciting nightlife, elegant boutiques and a casino; all you expect of a luxury rental villa.

Villa de Cap Cana is located on the 14th hole of the Punta Espada golf course providing an added depth of experience for golf enthusiests. While staying at the villa you have access to a live-in maid service including cooking and wash. The villa also features a private pool and and access to Cap Cana’s exclusive beach club. The villas staff will even pick you up from the airport as well.

No matter where a traveler decides to stay, it is always worth investigating local vacation properties for rent in the area. Many are often surprised to find out that they can easily afford to stay at one of these propoerties and have an experience far superior to that of staying at a hotel.