We’ve begun the 20’s. The last time the world saw the 20’s, jazz took its place as a music form to be reckoned with; women earned the right to vote; the League of Nations was established; and the first commercially-licensed radio station began its first broadcast. The 1920’s were an iconic period that helped define…
You better watch out and you better cry with excitement because it’s already Christmas! CHRISTMAS COMES TO TOWN! This is the moment that we all been waiting for! Hearing those bells outside on early mornings, feeling a breezy wind every night, and seeing the city park’s Christmas lights are all worth remembering for this year!…
Colliers reports that a boom in the country’s GDP growth has a positive effect on the Philippines’ real estate market. Continuous growth over the next 3 years is likely. Strong Demands on Condos and Houses The demands of different units and houses in Metro Manila continue to soar as Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported…
It was truly a month of thanksgiving with the rise in property stock value last November. Colliers International reports that 3Q2019 showed a total of 11.9 million square meters of office space for Metro Manila, with a rise of 3-4% in inventory outside NCR (such as Davao and Metro Cebu). A POGO Demand CNN Philippines…
Global Property Guide reported in 2Q2019 that the Philippines is on its 8th year of a house price boom. This year saw the highest uptake of preselling condominium units, reaching 54,000 units to surpass 2017’s 52,600 units. Jones Lang LaSalle reports that local and foreign high net worth individuals drive the residential sales market. It…
The history and culture of the Philippines are reflected through the architecture of its structures- churches, las Casas, government buildings, and many more! Common thought is that Philippine architecture came into its identity in the Spanish era – but our history is so much richer than that. Sit back, relax, continue reading as we trace…
New challenges, new opportunities – this is the overview of Sally’s career as a licensed broker. Originally educated as a teacher, Sally never thought of becoming a real estate broker. Yet, a love for a new challenge opened mind and heart to marketing — and eventually, real estate. Thanks to her perseverance, she passed the…
Resilience and persistence: these are the key factors that helped Luisa (or Mafel to her friends) to push forward beyond her limits. Key factors that have helped her overcome rejections and pitfalls that are part and parcel to career growth. She considers herself as the most resilient consultant in this industry because no matter how…
We’ve only got a month left before Christmas! Hearing Mariah Carey and Jose Mari Chan’s songs in the streets and malls make this season so much more festive. There’s no doubt whatsoever–Christmas is coming to town! But before we hit the Most Wonderful Time of the Year–let’s pause this November to give thanks for 2019,…
It’s the season when “Southerners” famously start refusing invitations to come “up north.” Traffic on South Super Highway is a big deterrent. Christmas season traffic divides “the South” and “the North” until January. However, is it enough of a deterrent to keep you away from the year’s best shopping? It’s bazaar season in Alabang! CHRISTMAS…
Break out the turkey and the cranberry sauce–it’s time for Thanksgiving! CIRCUIT HOLIDAY NIGHT MARKET (November 16-18, 2019)Makati Circuit | Ayala Malls Circuit, Makati City Wind up all your wallets as you hoard presents through this holiday night market! Enjoy buying gifts for your relatives and friends at an affordable price! JAZZ EN (November 16,…
The second half of 2019 saw an increase in the demand for Philippine commercial real estate. JLL Philippines reported that the country is expecting more of this upbeat as the 2020s arrive. POGO’s and O&O’s Blessings Ever since the arrival of the Philippine Online Gaming Organization (POGO) in the country, the demands for office spaces…