By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive Imagine this*: You’re ready to buy your first home or sell a property you’ve held for years. You find what looks like the perfect listing online and send an inquiry. Within minutes, you’re hit with a barrage of messages: not from one, but from…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive Investing in real estate can seem intimidating, but it’s a proven path to building significant wealth and securing your financial future. Unlike volatile stocks or other abstract assets, real estate is a tangible asset that you can see, touch, and even live…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive When you’re ready to make a major purchase like a new home or an investment property, a mix of excitement and anxiety is completely normal. The prospect of finding your dream space is thrilling, but the real estate market, especially in the…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive During a real estate crisis, selling a home is incredibly difficult. However, by understanding the market and its key drivers, you can navigate these challenges effectively. The housing market is a powerful economic force that directly impacts your personal wealth. A crisis…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive The Philippine real estate market is under attack. A surge of unlicensed individuals, operating as so-called “real estate agents,” are preying on unsuspecting Filipinos. These aren’t just small-time hustlers; they are a dangerous, unregulated force that poses a direct threat to your…
The traditional urban model of separating residential and commercial zones is obsolete. This approach has led to the long commutes and crippling traffic that plague cities in the Philippines, wasting time, increasing stress, and harming the environment. The solution is clear: mixed-use developments that integrate living, working, and leisure spaces. Rethinking Urban Living: The Case…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive Investing in Philippine real estate is a solid opportunity, but it’s crucial to understand the rules. The primary legal hurdle is simple: foreigners cannot directly own land in the Philippines. This restriction is embedded in the country’s constitution. However, this doesn’t mean…
Executive Summary By Sheila Viesca, Ph.D.With insights from John Riad, CEO of HousingInteractive Infrastructure projects under the government’s “Build Better More” (BBM) program are fundamentally reshaping the Philippine real estate landscape. These high-impact projects, ranging from new expressways and railways to digital backbones, serve as a direct catalyst for significant property value appreciation in previously…
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…
The Philippine real estate market is ripe with opportunity for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) seeking stable, affordable housing and smart investments, contributing to their financial independence. Bolstered by their significant remittances, OFWs are uniquely positioned to leverage a supportive environment designed to meet their housing needs and secure their financial future. HousingInteractive: Empowering OFWs to…
Technology is rapidly transforming the Philippine real estate industry. Property managers and real estate agents actively leverage advanced tools like property management software and smart technologies, boosting efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. The integration of AI and machine learning provides crucial data-driven insights, improving decision-making across the sector. With the support of PropTech initiatives, these…
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…