Aside from the monthly mortgage, the first item you need to settle as a homeowner when the year begins is real property tax. The Real Property Tax is a local government tax collected on items such as land, buildings, improvements to land or buildings, and machinery. Property held by the Philippine government, charity institutions, churches, cooperatives, and those utilized in the delivery of water and...

Saving for a home down payment can seem like an impossible task. There are so many expenses that need to be addressed before you can save, let alone enough money to put towards your house down payment. While it's true that there are many obstacles in your way, you can overcome them with a strong plan and motivation to achieve the goal. If you're prepared, saving for a house downpayment is possible no...

According to experts, there is no ideal time to start looking for a house to buy; begin house hunting whenever it makes sense to obtain one; this is one of the reasons why, despite the pandemic, Filipinos, particularly Millenials, continue to house hunt, buy, and invest in houses, lots, and properties. In the middle of the pandemic, Millenials house hunt because they value homeownership for three...

As the country's economic growth starts to recover and adjust to the pandemic, several businesses, including the real estate industry, are beginning to recover. Experts are already seeing bright spots for the real estate market in 2022, as various real estate developers, use current trends in real estate technology and social media to reach their target market, as well as with continuous vaccination,...

As a real estate investor, becoming a landlord and beginning to manage rental properties is both exciting and challenging since it implies a duty to ensure that your business grows while also ensuring that your rental property is secure and well-maintained for your tenants. As a first-time landlord, you may have many questions about your obligations, where to begin, what are the landlord-tenant laws...

Purchasing a residential lot is a way to start real estate investments and secure your future. Owning land provides you a sense of ownership while also allowing you to build your dream house or residential rental property that may generate a passive income or high return on investment in the long term. Buying vacant lands is a good investment that real estate investors take advantage especially when...

With the growth of technology and our fast-paced lifestyle, the normal home we grew up in has had to adapt to our needs and wants. One of the most recent changes is the advent of a home automation system or smart home technology; but, what exactly does a smart home or home automation systems mean, and how does smart home technology work? A home automation system, often known as "Smart Home...

If you're looking for an amazing travel destination, look no further than Iloilo! This beautiful province in the Philippines has something for everyone. From stunning beaches to historical landmarks like the Iloilo Museum, there's plenty to see and do in Iloilo. In this article, we'll outline the best things to do and places to visit in Iloilo. Iloilo is a province in the Philippines' western Visayas...

Retirement is something that many people look forward to since it allows them to relax, enjoy their hard-earned money, spend more time with their families, and do things that they cannot do while they spend the majority of their time at work. As the so-called golden period begins, most retirees ponder what they should do with the next chapter of their lives. One concern that most retirees face is...

If you want to buy your dream house, you should consider getting a housing loan. A housing loan is a type of financial assistance in which money is borrowed from banks and government organizations at a fixed interest rate for a set period of time. Home loans are typically used for purchase, construct, renovate, extend, or refinance an existing housing loan with an outstanding loan balance. TYPES OF...