Episode 3: Belize Regions 101 — Where the Smart Money Looks First

When you pull up Belize on a map, it can feel like one long coastline and a bunch of green. In this episode, David breaks down how to think about the country in three investment "buckets"—so you can match your goals to the right region.

In This Episode:

• Myth of the Week: "All of Belize is basically the same—beach is beach"
• The 3 Investment Buckets:
  1. Island & Reef — Ambergris Caye / San Pedro
  2. Coastal Mainland — Placencia & Hopkins
  3. Inland & Agricultural — Farms, eco-lodges, land banking
• Listener Question: "If I only have one week to visit Belize and I'm serious about investing, which region should I see first?"

Region Breakdown:

Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)
• Best-known tourism market in Belize
• Strong diving, fishing, reef tourism demand
• More built-out with restaurants and nightlife
• Higher entry prices but more inventory

Placencia & Hopkins
• Coastal mainland — easier logistics than islands
• Placencia: laid-back village + upscale feel
• Hopkins: cultural village, authentic experience
• Sweet spot between lifestyle and investment

Inland & Agricultural
• Farms (cacao, cattle, citrus), eco-lodges, land banking
• Less about nightly rentals, more about production & appreciation
• Requires right team, time horizon, and risk tolerance

Key Takeaway:

60% of Belize is protected — only 40% can be developed. Each region behaves very differently in prices, rental demand, lifestyle, and logistics. Don't treat them as the same.

Connect:

📧 david@1stchoicebelize.com
🏠 RE/MAX 1st Choice Belize

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