Real Estate Investing

Manila among Best Performing Office Real Estate Markets Until 2015

Manila’s office real estate market is predicted to perform strongly through 2015, says a report by global estate consulting firm Cushman & Wakefield (C&W).

HUDCC Approves Adjustment of Socialized Housing Price Ceiling

The Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) approved to increase the socialized housing price ceiling from Php400,000 to Php450,000 on October 16, 2013. This adjustment was made to reflect the recent increases in construction costs and encourage private developers to participate more in the production of socialized housing units that adhere to mandated housing […]

12 Ways to Detect Fake Land Titles

Is the land title you’re buying the real deal? Follow these steps to double check.

10 Best Places to Retire in the Philippines

More than just a tourist haven, the Philippines, it turns out, is also a great place to retire.

9 Concepts Every Filipino Property Buyer Should Know

Struggling with real estate terms like default and contract to sell? Check out this cheat sheet.

Is There a Real Estate Bubble on the Horizon?

Recognizing when a bubble may occur becomes easier if economists and policy-makers can spot the red flags in the areas of lending, spending, and employment.

Capital Gains Tax, Part 2: Persons Engaged in the Business of Real Estate

Know more about accounting for capital gains tax for real estate properties used in trade or business.

5 Lessons for a Successful Real Estate Investment

Don’t let your emotions dictate your decisions and cloud your judgment, but don’t let the naysayers scare the wits out of you either. Here's how.

10 Tips to a Successful Build-and-Sell Real Estate Business

Former NREA president Maria Cristina R. Legaspi shares her tips in making your build-and-sell business more lucrative and competitive.

Debunking the Misconceptions of R.A. 7279

The Lina Law, or Republic Ac 7279 is a point of contestation between informal settlers and the government. Read why.