Aside from paying the mortgage and association fees, one of the responsibilities of a homeowner is to pay the real estate or real property tax on a yearly basis. The Real Estate Tax is a local government tax collected on items such as land, buildings, improvements to land or buildings, and machinery. Property owned by the government, charitable institutions, churches, cooperatives, and those utilized...

If you have a pet, you understand how much you adore them. So, when moving day approaches, don't forget about these crucial family members! Normal routine and familiar surroundings that pets love provide comfort to our four-legged and feathered pals, and moving is the ultimate upheaval. Fortunately, there are numerous actions you can take to ensure that your pet goes through the transition as smoothly as...

After over two years of living with stringent measures to combat the coronavirus, the National Capital Region and 38 other places have been placed on Alert Level 1, or what the administration refers to as the "new normal." The government's coronavirus task committee recommended the relaxation of quarantine regulations, which is a big step forward in the Philippines' fight against a virus that has...

A homeowner association, often called as HOA, is a community association that oversees a specific neighborhood, assisting in the formation of local regulations and allocating cash to maintain shared places. When purchasing local property in a HOA community, homeowners automatically become members of the association and must pay monthly or yearly dues. This money is used by the HOA's elected board of...

To build your dream house is one of the most rewarding things you can do in life. You get to spend time with your family, and the end result is something that will last for generations to come. It's a huge undertaking, though, and it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the tasks at hand. And yet, with a little planning and forethought, building your house can be an adventure in which you are blessed to...

It is a common misconception in the country that all condominium units are the same, but the truth is that there are at least five different types of condominium units in the Philippines, and each condominium unit corresponds to a particular Filipino lifestyle. Types of Condominium Units Studio Units A studio unit is around 25 to 30 square meters. It is sometimes referred to as a bachelor's...

Did you know investing in the Philippines real estate is known as the safest investment, as the property doesn't lose much value and if it does it's only for a short time? The pandemic hit the Philippines real estate market hard. However, it's projected to start recovering now that vaccination rates are rising. If you are considering buying real estate in the Philippines now is the time to do, prices...

We've all seen those real estate listing photos: The ones with a shiny tile floor, and a toilet that looks like it will eat you alive. Or the house that's surrounded not just by trees and bushes, but also the neighbor's trash can. Yet what we really want to see is a room bathed in natural light; one where the house looks spacious, clean, and inviting. Good photos will help your property sell more...

As a parent, you want to enable your child to maximize their performance at home and in the classroom. By creating a study space that's right for your child, you'll be able to create the right conditions for helping them succeed. But before we explore what makes up a perfect study area, let's briefly touch on why this area is so important. Importance of a Dedicated Study Space Creating a study space...

Social Media Marketing has been a great way to reach out to a wider audience, generate leads, and close deals. Today, most real estate agents use social media platforms as part of their marketing strategy. It's not easy to choose which platform performs best for your industry though. Below are a few tips to help realtors choose the right social media platforms to maximize their business output and...