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TRANSACTION COUNT- HOW?
Here’s something that’s been nagging me — and maybe other people in real estate too, though I might be alone on this island — how does...
May 22, 20252 min read


PRE-SELLING ADVICE
Here’s a tricky conversation I had with a client who wanted us to list a pre-selling property... Client: Good morning, Mr. Patag...I...
May 21, 20252 min read


ONLY 87 UNITS
Only 87 Units. That’s the net sales take-up reported for Metro Manila's condominium market in Q1 2025—yes, just 87 units, according to...
May 20, 20252 min read


OWWA SCANDAL
Last Friday, news broke that Arnell Ignacio was unceremoniously removed as Administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration...
May 19, 20251 min read


TITLE/ TAX DEC ADDRESS
What address should you put on your land title or tax declaration? Permanent home? Office? Rental unit? Does it even matter? Yes—it...
May 16, 20252 min read


RENT-TO-OWN SCHEMES
At first glance, RTOs promise a win-win: you rent a place today with the option to buy it tomorrow. It’s like leasing a car, but with the...
May 15, 20252 min read


PF FOR COMMERCIAL LEASES
How Much Should a Broker’s Professional Fee Be for Commercial Leases? This is a question that has puzzled many real estate brokers for...
May 14, 20252 min read


TAX DEC OVERSIGHT
Once upon a time, a property seller was nearing the finish line of a smooth and successful sale. Everything was going according to...
May 13, 20252 min read


LAST CALL: ESTATE TAX AMNESTY
Last Call: Estate Tax Amnesty The estate tax amnesty will end a month from now (June 14, 2025). Why does this matter? Many properties in...
May 9, 20252 min read


SALE OF SHARES
There’s a reason most Filipino buyers steer clear of acquiring real estate through corporate share sales: it’s messy, risky, and packed...
May 8, 20252 min read
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