Rooted in Yard
Start Fresh in the Caribbean
Moving to Jamaica? Skip the guesswork. Get honest guidance, resources, and support to thrive — not just survive.
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About Me
The Story Behind Rooted in Yard
I moved to Jamaica with big dreams — and got hit with big surprises. Now I’m helping others prepare, avoid pitfalls, and feel more confident in their own journey to their new home.
My Mission
Helping those moving to Jamaica be able to thrive, not just survive.
My Why
I moved unprepared so you don’t have to.
My Promise
Authenticity, soft support, no sugarcoating.
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Honesty About Real Life in Jamaica
Jamaica is beautiful — but it’s not always easy. On the channel, we talk about power cuts, water outages, the challenges, the wins, and how to make it work. It's the real story behind the sunshine.
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Starter Guide
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Direct Relocation Support
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Download checklists, guides, and tools to help you settle in smoothly, stress less, and learn to thrive in Jamaica.
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Watch the Rooted in Yard channel for in-depth videos with honest info on life in Jamaica — from the basics to the unexpected.
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The Truth
Why Rooted in Yard Exists
I created Rooted in Yard because too many people move to Jamaica blind — no support, no clarity. Just vibes and hope. I know, because I did it too. Now I’m making sure others can move to Jamaica much more prepared than I was.
Authentic Information
I don't just share the sunshine — I also share the struggles.
Real-Life Lessons
I’ve lived the hard parts so you don't have to.
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I live the lessons, then turn them into content you can trust.
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Whether you're dreaming, planning, or packing — Rooted in Yard is here to guide you with honesty, ease, and lived experience.
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Private Support
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Flexible Support for Your Jamaica Journey
Voice Note Relocation Lite
Perfect for early planners who want some advance guidance as they put their plans together.
$
40
mo
- Send up to 2 voice notes per week
- 5 minutes each
- Weekly consolidated replies from me
- Personalized answers to your specific questions
Relocation Consultation
A powerful 1-hour video deep-dive into your situation. I'll provide specific, actionable advice during our call.
$
75
session
- 60-min live video call
- Tailored advice for your situation
- Immediate, actionable next steps
- Ideal for quick clarity on key issues
Voice Note Relocation VIP
Your personal relocation guide in your pocket. For people who want hands-on help as they plan and arrive.
$
199
mo
- Send up to 5 voice notes per week
- 6 minutes each
- Replies within 24-48 business hours
- Ultimate ongoing support
VIP Relocation Consultation
1-hour deep dive consultation PLUS follow-up resources so you don’t miss a thing.
$
150
session
- 60-min Video Call
- Tailored advice for your situation
- Video recording of our call
- Custom PDF recap with checklists/resources
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Ways to Connect with Me
Whether you’ve got feedback, questions, collaboration ideas — or just want to say thanks — I’d love to hear from you!
Collabs & Interviews
Interested in collaborating, doing an interview, or appearing on the channel? I’m open to meaningful, aligned conversations.
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Common Questions
Jamaica Relocation: What You Need to Know
Yes — depending on your lifestyle, financial situation, dependent situation, and location in Jamaica. Some areas are more affordable than others. But generally, you can comfortably live on about $2000 USD/mo. You can learn more on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
Unsafe places exist everywhere (even where you are now), and that includes Jamaica. However, some places are safer than others (such as gated communities). Ultimately, your safety will depend on where exactly you live. I talk more about safety from in my videos and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
Since Jamaica is a developing country, Jamaica still experiences power and water outages. However, the frequency really depends on your exact location in Jamaica. Some places experience outages more frequently than others. Generally, I find that if you are closer to a larger city, it's likely you'll experience fewer outages.
That said, I talk more about how to prepare for outages on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
You can, but you probably don't want to. Since Jamaica is still a developing country, the pay rate is quite low, and you will probably find it offensively low. Additionally, jobs (especially good jobs) in Jamaica are scarce, and you don't want to come and take away good jobs from the locals.
What I recommend instead is working remotely or starting your own business (online or in Jamaica). I talk more about this on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
You can. As far as I'm aware, there are no restrictions from foreigners buying property. However, I would highly recommend living here first before you buy any property.
Not everywhere in Jamaica will be your cup of tea. And not everywhere will meet your standard of living or stable access to utilities. Live here first to get a better understanding of the area(s) you may want to live in. Then, you can work with a realtor to buy property.
However, remember, you will need residency to live in Jamaica full time.
I talk about this more on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
No. You don't need citizenship, but you do need residency, depending on how long you plan to stay. Depending on your nationality, you may be able to stay up to 6 or 9 months without residency. You can learn more on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
In many ways, it IS more affordable — but not always. Some things cost more, especially imported goods. Or, some things cost the same as Canada or the U.S., but the quality is poorer. I share more information on channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
Since Jamaica is still a developing country, utilities aren't always stable, and that includes the internet. However, I have found the internet to be good enough (and fast enough) to stream shows, have video calls, and play online games without issue. I talk more about this on my channel and give more detail in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
This will mostly depend on your lifestyle. But generally, you want to bring things that will help you prepare for those water and power outages. So, solar powered items, water pumps (for water jugs), etc. However, I talk more about this on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.
2 things:
- Coming without some money (and/or an income plan)
- Expecting Jamaica to be like their country of origin
As me how I know 😂.
But in general, people need to remember that Jamaica is an entirely different country than theirs, with their own customs, processes, and frustrations. Some things will take some getting used to, and some things will work entirely differently than what people are used to.
However, you can find a lot of information about how to best prepare on my channel and in my Moving to Jamaica Starter Guide.