Real Estate

Real estate is often seen as the ultimate investment. In fact, many investors swear by it. This can include both residential and commercial real estate. If you’re considering buying or selling a house or investing in properties, then it’s important that you understand why people do so. Here are some of the main reasons why real estate is an excellent choice for investors: Value appreciation of...

With the influx of people buying property in the real estate market, it's become important for both homebuyers and sellers to understand how credit score works. The most common question we hear from clients is "what is a good credit score to buy a house?" There are plenty of factors that come into play when determining your score. What is a credit score? A credit score is a number that represents...

Owning a home is lovely, especially if you have a growing family. However, owning a home is likely to be one of the most expensive expenses that taxpayers must bear. You must consider not only the regular maintenance and repair costs, but also the real estate tax levied on it. Expect to spend significantly more in real property taxes if your home is better and larger than others. Of course, the more...

Filipinos today are extremely optimistic about their future. Adults are increasingly securing their financial security through the power of investing. Purchasing real estate properties is currently the more stable form of investment. Whether it's a small condominium or a large house and lot, the value of these properties will eventually rise, making your investment all the more worthwhile. Real estate...

Leading industry experts predicted that the real estate market would quickly recover because it had never dropped that low in the three years since the COVID-19 pandemic. Remittances and purchases of houses and real estate investments by overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who are being redeployed to other countries will be one of the triggers of real estate growth in the coming months. What exactly...

The government and other central banks set benchmark interest rates, which affect borrowing costs for governments, businesses, and consumers. They are the primary tools of monetary policy for ensuring maximum employment and moderate expected inflation rate, as well as one of the most important determinants of the pace of economic activity. Gradual rate increases allow everyone from homebuyers...

Vista Residences, the premier condominium developer of Vista Land, the Philippines' largest integrated property developer, continues to reinvent the notion of student living by constructing vertical communities near the country's key universities, elevating the concept of higher learning even further. The University Series of Vista Residences has provided better living options for students over the...

Each new parcel of land or piece of property must be registered with the land registration authority. If not, land ownership issues and penalties could develop. A legitimate owner of real estate is considered to be superior to one who neglects and abandons it. In other words, when a piece of land is not publicly recorded someone can take land or property that has already belonged to others. What...

Considering all of the price increases, purchasing a home may appear out of reach, especially for young home buyers. However, if you are determined to invest in real estate, there are a variety of options available to help you beat the market price and high credit score requirements, such as co-buying or a co-ownership agreement. What is co-ownership of property? Property co-ownership means that...

Green development has traditionally been a low priority in the Philippines, but rising demand from multinational corporations is driving a demand-led surge in LEED-registered buildings. At the moment, more real estate developers across the country are incorporating eco-friendly practices, sustainable development, and green community into their commercial, industrial, and residential projects. In fact,...