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When To Request for a Refund?

When To Request for a Refund?

Requesting a REFUND of payments made to a Real Estate Developer is possible if the developer is at fault. I have been receiving messages about asking for a refund from developers in my mailbox for qui...

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Filipinohomes

February 12, 2018

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Buying Versus Renting a Property

Buying Versus Renting a Property

Buying a property is considered one of the biggest financial decisions one will ever make. Is it the right decision for you right now – or would you better off renting a property than buying it? Buyin...

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Filipinohomes

January 23, 2018

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Basic Tips When Buying A Condo In The Philippines

Basic Tips When Buying A Condo In The Philippines

Rapid population growth and urbanization helped changed the face of Philippines' real estate. Over the years, the days when houses and apartments are the first property choice of Filipinos has changed...

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Filipinohomes

January 14, 2018

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Reader Inquiry | Housing Loan for Freelancers

Reader Inquiry | Housing Loan for Freelancers

I have been receiving emails from readers lately. And I thought more of you would be pleased reading their concerns and our replies as well. So from now on, we will be answering your inquiries through...

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Filipinohomes

January 10, 2018

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I'm an OFW, How can I buy a house in the Philippines?

I'm an OFW, How can I buy a house in the Philippines?

I'm an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), How can I buy a house in the Philippines? It is a frequently asked question to agents from a Filipino who's currently working abroad for his/her family. Accordin...

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Filipinohomes

September 17, 2017

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7 Things to Consider Before Renting a Condo

7 Things to Consider Before Renting a Condo

I wanted to live near my workplace; I am considering renting a condo.  Renting a condo unit is the best option for highly urbanized locations like Metro Manila, Metro Davao and Metro Cebu for example....

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Filipinohomes

September 14, 2017

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What You Need to Know about the Condominium Act

What You Need to Know about the Condominium Act

  The Philippine real estate industry has been continuously growing over the recent years. Unsurprisingly, more and more people are investing in the property market, and the easiest way to enter...

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Filipinohomes

September 10, 2017

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Real Estate Taxes: Why do I need to Pay for It?

Real Estate Taxes: Why do I need to Pay for It?

Real Property Tax is the tax on real property imposed by the Local Government Unit (LGU). The legal basis is Title II of the Local Government Code (LGC), Republic Act (R.A.) no. 7160. The implementi...

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Filipinohomes

September 3, 2017

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