The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands, and each location has unique characteristics that make it a must-see for both tourists and locals alike. Tourists and Expats consider relocating to one of these locations because of the peaceful atmosphere, safety, security, a variety of beautiful white-sand beaches, or a cooler climate. Aside from these, the Philippines is experiencing a real...

With the launch of the new Vista Estates development, Vista Land & Landscapes, Inc. will focus on vertical housing in cities. Vista Land is the Philippines' largest homebuilder, offering a diverse range of lots to meet the needs of every Filipino -- from luxury, middle-income, and low-cost house and lots. In the Philippines, Vista Land is also known for its real estate brands such as Brittany,...

Republic Act No. 9646, also known as the Real Estate Service Act (RESA), was signed into law in 2009 with the goal of professionalizing the country's real estate service industry. RESA is a law that protects the rights of real estate professionals, the qualifications of those who may practice the profession, and the penalties for violations of its provisions. Real estate consultants, appraisers,...

If you are considering becoming a part-time real estate agent, you might be concerned about how much time it will take and whether you can handle the work. To help you make an informed decision, here is some information about part-time real estate agents and their relationship with the market. In today's busy world, many people want to earn extra income on the side. In fact, a recent survey shows that...

We know that in the Philippine market, pre-selling houses are some of the most sought-after properties for buying a house. You can say that preselling becomes one of the main factors when we really want to get into owning a new home. Preselling houses have their own advantages such as cheaper prices and the ability to choose where you want your house built but they also have disadvantages like not having...

Purchasing your first piece of real estate investment, whether to live in or rent out, is one of the most exciting yet intimidating decisions you can make. Where do you start? You've heard time and time again that renting a rental property is a waste of money, but what if it's true? Should you buy or invest in rental properties? Being a first-time condominium buyer or investor can be an intimidating...

As the weather heats up and kids are on summer vacation, we'll bet you're wondering what to do with them at home. Well, worry no more! More than likely, you have a lot of the toys suited for summer activities for kids in your house already, perfect for fun summer activity. Many of these activities bring parents and children together while having a good time in the process. Make an obstacle...

If you work a lot, it can get draining and seem impossible to even fill a few hours of your time. By the time the weekend rolls around, you're exhausted and just want to take a break. When that happens, we try to remind ourselves how important taking care of ourselves is for, not only your body, but for your mind as well. Self care is a growing trend nowadays and it's for good reason. Studies have...

Generating high-quality leads for real estate sales agents has always been a challenge. You might be lucky enough to get referrals from friends, but most of the sales process is carried out through cold calling and showing properties. The full-time agents working at most agencies will have to make hundreds of calls in order to get 5 appointments. Huge amounts of information are available on the...

If you want to make a lot of money on real estate you will likely have to put in some time and effort. But once you've invested that time, how do you avoid a bunch of problems down the road? Here are some tips and tricks to help real estate investors avoid pitfalls when investing in real estate in the future. Don't buy the wrong property. There are several reasons why you shouldn't buy the wrong...