Access roads to Aklan Photo from Daily Guardian The province of Aklan in Western Visayas is known for Boracay and its white sand beaches. As a paradise, living in Aklan is like a dream come true as it gives homeowners a balance of serenity and accessibility. If you live in Aklan, paradise is just one drive away. However, white sand beaches are not the sole element on why Aklan is progressing. Yes,...
Cavite cities with the highest valued real estate prices A Colliers Philippines’ survey from the second quarter of 2022 found that there is a sustained interest in residential properties outside of Metro Manila. Furthermore, the firm found that horizontal properties remain a popular choice. In fact, 32% of the respondents are intenders who plan to buy house and lot units outside the metro in the next...
Cebu has been making headlines in recent months for the best possible reasons. One of the things that put it under the spotlight is the impressive roster of infrastructure updates in the Queen City of the South. In a few years, Cebu is poised to have some of the country’s most advanced international ports and newest expressways. This makes living in a house and lot in Cebu extremely enviable and boosts...
Three years after their groundbreaking ceremony in 2019, Laoag’s “big three” project eyes completion by the end of the year. The projects, namely: Ferdinand E. Marcos Sports Stadium rehabilitation, Provincial Capitol Building expansion, and Dap-ayan Center construction, aim to boost the city’s sustainable development. Furthermore, it is also a move to speed up the recovery of the local economy...
New Infrastructure Projects in Nueva Ecija Photo from Philstar Wheels Nueva Ecija is the Rice Bowl of the Philippines. This province in Central Luzon is the largest producer of rice in the region. There are several infrastructure projects in Nueva Ecija to improve its connectivity. On the other hand, two flood control projects were also completed this year. Of course, other Central Luzon...
Deciding to have a new home is a milestone that needs careful planning. Sure, you have prepared for the finances you are about to shoulder. However, choosing the alternative that brings you more savings is still beneficial. There are different avenues to homeownership in the Philippines, but in the end, it mostly boils down to one decision point: buying or building a house from scratch. Buying vs....
The Philippine property market has only just began to gain traction after its decline during the pandemic. Since the previous year, experts have been projecting a rebound in the industry, citing renewed consumer confidence and improving pandemic conditions. And though there may have been a few challenges, the forecast remains consistent. The demand for pre selling condo is on the uptick Camella’s...
Road Signs in the Philippines You should know as a driver Road signs are made to help motorists navigate the roads better. It can also prevent accidents from happening. Unfortunately, a study in 2020 revealed how poor Filipinos are in understanding and comprehending basic road signs in the country. The study surveyed 535 Manila City drivers. The research found that only 76.25% of the...
Being a property owner is one of the biggest milestones in a person’s life. However, it’s no secret that it comes with responsibilities. Aside from paying off a bank loan, mortgage, and association fees to your real estate developer, among others, you will also need to pay real estate tax in the Philippines. There are a lot of moving parts in figuring out how much you need to pay, but there’s no...
How to prevent water leaks during typhoons at home Photo from No Probs Plumbing The Philippines is a country that is not new to flashfloods and typhoons. Every year, around 20 typhoons visit the Philippines, five of which can be considered "destructible." Last August 30, Super Typhoon Hinnamnor (local name: Typhoon Henry) entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility alongside Tropical Depression...
