Real Estate Myth #1: “You Need to Be Rich to Start Investing” The Myth Many Filipinos believe that real estate is only for millionaires. The common thought is: “Kailangan may milyon ka muna bago ka makabili ng property.” Because of this, countless opportunities slip away. The Reality In the Philippines today, you don’t need to be rich to start investing...
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What Exactly Is a Pre-Selling Property? (And Why Smart Buyers Choose It Early) When you hear developers or brokers talk about “pre-selling,” it simply means the property is being sold before it is completed — sometimes while still under construction, or even at the blueprint stage. Why do developers do this? It helps them fund the project while giving early buyers the...
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The 100-10-20-70 Abundance Formula: Fund Your Future—and a Real-Estate Side Hustle By: Realtor Samuel Ortega Lao What if you could grow your income, give generously, and still build assets—without feeling “kulpit” about spending? That’s the promise of Bo Sanchez’s Abundance Formula: Earn 100% → Give 10% → Invest 20% → Live on 70%. Below i...
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Top 10 Deal Breakers in Closing Resale Properties (Philippines) By: Realtor Samuel O. Lao 1. Incomplete or Problematic Property Title Missing titles, errors in names, annotations of liens, adverse claims, or pending cases can delay or cancel a sale entirely. 2. Unsettled Real Property Taxes (RPT) or Estate Tax Many resale properties have unpaid real estate taxes or estate taxes (if...
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“From ₱0 to Your First Deal: The Beginner’s Playbook” By: Realtor Samuel Ortega Lao Want to start in real estate but feel stuck because of capital, confidence, or confusion? Here’s a simple, no-jargon path you can follow to land your first cash-flowing deal—without getting overwhelmed. Why real estate (still) works Cash flow today, appreciation tomorrow. R...
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Make Your Property Pay You Twice: Monthly Cash Flow + Instant Value By: Realtor Samuel O. Lao, REB If your rentals aren’t paying you every month and making your asset more valuable, you’re leaving money on the table. The winning mindset is simple: cash flow first—then use better operations to force appreciation. What Cash Flow Really Is (And Why It’s Everything)...
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