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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Raw Land Scams & “Yuta Data‑Data” Schemes in the Philippines By: Realtor Samuel Lao Buying land is a large investment—and increasingly —a fraud target. Unsuspecting buyers have fallen for scams involving raw, untitled land and informal installment schemes colloquially known as **“yuta data‑data.”** Recent Scam Cases Davao City (March 2025): The...
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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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PAALALA SA PUBLIKO LALO NA SA CONTRACTORS AT SUPPLIERS. Ang mga sumusunod ay mahigpit na paalala sa publiko, lalo na sa mga private contractors at suppliers: -Walang sinuman, pribadong indibidwal o empleyado man ng #DHSUD, ang binibigyang pahintulot na makipag-transaksyon kanino man patungkol sa pagtatayo ng mga proyekto sa ilalim ng Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (#4PH) Program....
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Why Property Buyers Must Do Due Diligence Before Buying a Property in the Philippines By: Realtor Samuel Lao Buying real estate is one of the biggest financial decisions a person can make—and in the Philippines, it’s also one of the riskiest if you skip the due diligence process. Too many buyers jump into deals because of attractive prices or smooth-talking sellers, only to d...
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