Philippines - a viable investment and retirement destination

Kroma - Owning a piece of Ayala property in Makati is now made easy!

2012-02-15T06:39:00Z

Owning a piece of an Ayala property in Makat now made easy! pumps up urban lifestyles with: proximity and access to the city's power core; space-efficient STUDIO, 1-BR, and 2-BR units; sleek amenities including a rooftop lounge with killer city views * A RED-HOT LOCATION -Prime Links takes you to places in Makati Central Business District * A HOME THAT LOOKS THIS GOOD - An address reflecting your style and your swagger A commanding 46-storey tower of 821 space-efficient homes, amplified by 1,600...(read more)

Multiplex For Sale in Batangas City

2012-01-03T07:17:00Z

Rental income Php220,000.00/month

• 840 sq. m. multiplex "Some units are bungalow type" - MLS® $568,200 USD - Php 25,000,000.00

Batangas City, Batangas - Tenanted Residential Villa near STAR Tollgate at Batangas City.
Fully furnished up to the kitchen utensils and fully fitted.
LOT AREA: 2,600.00 sq.m. with lots of green grass, plants, ornaments and foliages.
FLOOR AREA: 840 sq.m. comprising of 20 Bedrooms, 19 Toilet/bathrooms, 8 Salas, 1 Office, 2 Maid's room
Amenities: Two swimming Pools; Back-Up Generator (sufficient enough to rung refrigerator, pumps and lightings); a social dining are; SPA, Fenced in and secured with 2 roving guards per shift.
Rental Income: P220,000.00/month. Tenant belongs to one of the Philippines' top corporations and are willing to extend their stay indefinitely.
Selling Price: P25 Million.

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Philippines can survive global economic crisis - IMF

2011-11-08T12:45:00Z

MANILA, Philippines - Multilateral lender International Monetary Fund (IMF) believes the Philippines has the capability to survive the impact of the fragile economic growth in advanced economies led by the US as well as the sovereign debt crisis in Europe. IMF deputy managing director Naoyuki Shinohara said in an interview with reporters that the strong external payments position would give the Philippines enough room to maneuver. “There is no way you can avoid the impact of the slowdown of...(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Mckinley Garden Villa

2011-10-29T06:16:00Z

Highly motivated seller

• 131 sq. m., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story - $256,000 USD - P 10.9 Million

Mckinley Garden Villa, Mckinley Hill - This beautifully furnished condominium is in the south end of the building with a nice view of Mckinley Villa residential subdivision to the east.

At the ground floor of a 4 floor walk up low density residential condominium building, this unit can be easily accessed from the garage and the driveway, ideal for retired couples or for busy but tired executives who can't wait to get home to finally relax after a hectic day.

It is conveniently located at upper Mckinley road with access to C5 leading to either south super highway or to the north of Metro Manila. Makati is 30 minutes away by way of South Superhighway or Forbes Park.

Through Lawton Avenue, Bonifacio Global City (http://www.fbdcorp.com) is mere 5 minutes leisurely drive away while the airport is 15 minutes stress free drive away.

Cluster community amenities include a swimming pool, a gym, a clubhouse where parties may be held. Mckinley hill itself is a sprawling community inside Fort Bonifacio, the home of the Philippine army. It has all sorts of restaurants and botique stores, schools like Enduran school of culinary arts, Korean and Chinese international schools, and embassies of Korea and UK.

The owner is a motivated seller and will not refuse a reasonable offer.

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Business leader cites 5 reasons why Philippines can become next Asean tiger

2011-09-26T13:09:00Z

By: Doris C. Dumlao Philippine Daily Inquirer MANILA, Philippines—The Philippines has a fresh opportunity to be Asia’s next tiger economy, potentially regaining the glory lost decades ago, according to a visiting regional business leader from Brunei. Dato Timothy Ong, a leading Brunei businessman who founded and now chairs regional dialogue platform Asia Inc. Forum, said in a press briefing on Monday that he has seen signs that the Philippines could revisit its goal of being the next...(read more)

'Three ASEAN neighbors and their constitutions' - (Part VI) - Enrile-Belmonte initiative

2011-08-16T16:02:00Z

By: Gerardo P. Sicat Let us examine more specifically the political constitutions of three of our closest neighbors in ASEAN: Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. These economies have managed impressive economic performance over time. “Investment incentives laws and constitutions.” Do these three neighbors have constitutional provisions that define and restrict the participation of foreign capital in their economic activities? No, they do not! Do they have specific laws seeking to define...(read more)

Philippines an ideal investment site

2011-08-14T02:59:00Z

August 14, 2011, 8:00am MB, MANILA, Philippines — Two factors – skilled workforce and competitive labor cost – account for investors’ choice of the Philippines as an ideal investment site. Many foreign companies reportedly prefer Filipino workers because they are easily trained, industrious, computer literate, English-speaking, and willing to work longer hours and at cheaper labor cost. We have the best workforce in the world,” the Philippine Economic Zone Authority...(read more)

Understanding the Charter change issue

2011-08-13T04:06:00Z

By: Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas Filipinos living abroad—either as permanent residents in their respective host countries or OFWs—are still perplexed about previous efforts to amend the Philippine Constitution of 1987. What many of them recall was the strong objection of some political groups who were afraid that the Charter change (Chacha) was being pushed in order to perpetuate in power the incumbent President and other elected officials. Let me explain why we need the Chacha irrespective...(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Mckinley Garden Villa

2011-06-16T00:52:00Z

No reasonable offer will be rejected

• 131 sq. m., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story - $255,800.00 USD - P 11 Million

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2 Story For Sale in Barangay Bukal

2011-04-28T03:38:00Z

• 300 sq. m., 4 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - $280,000 USD - Php 12 Million

Barangay Bukal , Silang - With awesome interiors and specially-handpicked details, fully-furnished Vacation House 3 (Lot B), is ideal for a “home away from home” getaway. Designed in “Contemporary-Tropical” architecture, the property is composed of two separate buildings: the Main House has a floor area of 274 sq.m. and the Guest House with floor area of 22.44 sq. m., thus a combined total floor area of 297 sq. m. on a lot area of 1,000 square meters.

The natural slope of the ground provided five (5) varying floor levels in one main house with (4) different roof levels, fashioned in high ceilings highlighted with Bikal bamboo. The main house features 3 Bedrooms, 3 T&Bs, Living, Dining room, Kitchen and Activity Area plus Caretaker’s Quarters with own T&B. Activity Area is made more enticing for relaxation with a corner type Jacuzzi for 2 persons and dining table for 8 persons. Food preparations will come easy and handy with the Service Area and Dirty Kitchen protected with Polycarbonate Sheet roof. Environs is serene and enthusingly surrounded with beautifully landscaped garden and vast greens, punctuated by a welcoming Buddha statue in front and a Koi Pond under the walkway of the Main Entrance. Parking Area provides for 7-8 cars. The whole place is with perimeter fence dotted with lights.

All interiors are fully air-conditioned. Built-in dresser & closet are included at Master’s Bedroom and at Bedroom 2.

On top of the well appointed features, this house is very tastefully fully furnished.

Water is provided for with a Deep Well 200 feet deep powered by Kato Jack pump and 1 1/2HP U.S. motor. An overhead water storage tank with capacity of 840 gals. with automatic float switch and float valve will further boost supply of water.

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Commercial For Rent/Lease along EDSA/West Avenue for BPO

2011-04-05T04:43:00Z

Conveniently located at corner West Avenue and EDSA where a bus terminal and the Mass Railway Transit station are located. Cross EDSA to go to SM North and TRINOMA malls.

West Avenue, Quezon City

- Lot Area: 2,910 sq.m.;
- Project Size: 27,956 sq.m. gross floor area;
- No. of floors: 8 floors plus basement and roof deck;
- Parking: 31 slots basement parking and 19 slots at 2nd floor;
- Tax Incentive: Yes under Philippine Export Processing Zone;
- Floor Breakdown: G/F 2,805.11 sq.m.; 2F 2,795.40 sq.m.; 3F-8F 2,2794.43 sq.m.; Roof Deck 2,2794.43 sq.m.;
- Hand over: Warm shell with VRV A/C System;
- Rent: Php 525/sq.m.-month;
- Escalation: 5% on 2nd year and yearly thereafter;
- Dues: P100/sq.m.-month includes A/C, maintenance and estate dues;
- Minimum Lease term: 10 years.

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Create a Tropical Paradise In Your Own Backyard

2011-03-14T17:12:00Z

Create A Tropical Paradise In Your Own Backyard Your yard can look lush and lovely when you decorate it with tropical colors and decking that looks like exotic hardwood. EVEN if you can’t get away to an exotic locale this year, you can still escape to a tropical paradise—without ever leaving home. Thanks to a new crop of tropically inspired outdoor living products and accessories, converting your backyard into an oasis is easier than ever. “Tropical-inspired designs are extremely...(read more)

South Forbes, Silang, Cavite

2011-03-01T13:05:00Z

South Forbes Golf City is the Philippines fastest-selling golf residential community. Since it's introduction in 2004, the world-class designs of this fully integrated golf resort city have attracted a huge following from homebuyers and property investors. Strategically located in south of Metro Manila, South Forbes enjoys proximity to techno parks, top schools, and commercial centers. South Forbes Golf City offers you the best thematic designs the world has to offer, only at the choice residential...(read more)

Single Story For Sale in Mckinley Garden Villa

2011-03-01T04:17:00Z

No reasonable offer will be rejected

• 131 sq. m., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story - $290,000 USD - P 12.5 Million

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Lot / Land For Sale in Susana Heights

2011-02-28T08:26:00Z

• lot / land - MLS®$69,388 USD - Prices start at Php 3.4M

Susana Heights, Metro Manila - Lindenwood Residences is SM Development's response to the need for House and Lot Subdivision close to Metro Manila and yet far enough from its busy and fast way of life.

It is only about 5 minutes away from Alabang Interchange or 30 minutes away from Makati.

The community is envisioned to be family centered, laid back, fun and moderately sociable.

There are a lot of Trees and Greeneries with a lot more space left for expansion in two or three years.

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