Nearly one in five real estate deals collapse before closing, and hidden charges that break the deal rank among the leading culprits. These unexpected expenses regularly add 3-7% or more to your total purchase price, catching buyers off-guard and forcing them to walk away from their dream home just days before finalizing the transaction. Hidden…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Work-from-Anywhere (WFA) revolution is permanently reshaping the Philippine real estate landscape. This isn’t a temporary fad; it’s a fundamental transformation driven by technology and a strong desire for a healthier work-life balance. This shift is significantly redistributing real estate demand across…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Philippine real estate market is changing. Driven by new lifestyles, remote work, and shifting buyer priorities, demand has moved past small city condos. Today’s buyers want space, community, and flexibility. This report shows how condo conversions, the rise of townships, and…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Greater Manila Area (GMA) is undergoing a quiet revolution in housing, with the new Filipino middle class leading the charge. As prices in Metro Manila continue to climb and space becomes a luxury, these homebuyers are looking beyond the capital, redrawing…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Philippine real estate market is experiencing a remarkable shift, largely fueled by the government’s ambitious “Build Better More” infrastructure initiative and ongoing improvements that are changing the definition of what makes a location “prime.” It’s no longer just about being close…
Unlocking Value: How Amenities Shape Philippine Property Values It’s no secret that a home is more than just four walls and a roof. In the Philippines today, buyers look beyond the house and focus on the surrounding community, shopping centers, and neighborhood amenities, as well as lifestyle amenities, influencing a property’s overall value. Understanding this…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, PhD.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Philippine real estate sector’s growth is driven by infrastructure. The previous “Build, Build, Build” program initiated significant infrastructure projects. Building on earlier efforts, the Marcos administration’s “Build Better More” program prioritizes inclusivity, resilience, and regional equity. This means real estate growth…
Metro Manila has always been the heart of Philippine business. But it’s now too crowded, pushing people, businesses, and investors to look elsewhere. Traffic is terrible due to inadequate infrastructure improvements, soaring costs, and daily life is harder in the capital. Because of this, provincial cities are becoming attractive alternatives and hot spots for investment….
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The paradigm shift towards remote work, accelerated by the recent global health crisis, has profoundly impacted various facets of life, none more so than residential demand. In the Philippines, this phenomenon spearheads a significant redistribution of real estate interest, moving away from…
Executive Report By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.COO – HousingInteractive l The Philippines’ Pioneer Online Brokerage Aging infrastructure, combined with the impacts of climate change, presents considerable challenges to real estate development. Increased maintenance costs and diminished property values result from the built environment’s growing vulnerability to extreme weather events (e.g., urban flooding, extreme heat, natural disasters)….
HousingInteractive, the Philippines’ premier real estate company, and online platform, garners trust through its exceptional track record of delivering reliable, top-notch services to property buyers and real estate developers. Renowned for its extensive network of properties, including highly coveted locations, HousingInteractive sets a benchmark for quality and value in the industry. As a leading real…
The real estate industry is fiercely competitive and requires extraordinary skills to sell properties effectively. HousingInteractive’s seasoned brokers and property consultants have perfected the art of selling real estate, utilizing their expertise to provide unparalleled service. This article takes into account strategies to attain remarkable achievements in the industry. Engage in the discussed approaches to…