CBRE Philippines was recently awarded “Best Lettings Agent (Leasing)” in the Asia Pacific Region at the recently concluded Asia Pacific Property Awards 2012-2013 held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. CBRE Philippines also won Five Star Awards at the national level in the following categories: Real Estate Agency, Real Estate Agency Marketing, Property Consultancy Marketing, Lettings (Leasing) Agency. A Five Star award is the highest distinction given in any category.

It is a great honor and privilege for me to lead for another year the country’s largest umbrella organization of stakeholders from the allied industries of housing, construction, and real estate development – the Chamber of Real Estate and Builders’ Associations, Inc. or CREBA.

It’s the stuff dream homes are made of: wide living spaces, large sunny windows, classy interior design, surrounded by lush green trees, rivers and pools of flowing water, a large sandy playground for the children, a quiet spot to meditate, plus all the conveniences of the modern world – stores, cafes, and restaurants – just a few steps away.

Two new structures are set to become the latest symbol of ideal condo living in Mandaluyong, as DMCI Homes beefs up construction of its latest project in the area, the Flair Towers.

Everybody wants something different from a home. But there’s one thing that everybody wants: the best value their money can buy. Camella understands that value isn’t simply about price. It is about affordability, genuine customer care and service, excellent community settings, and delivering on these promises.

Some people choose to rent their homes because of the huge cash involved for down payment. That is an issue that discourages homeownership, but when the monthly rent is the same as the cost of amortizing, purchasing a house becomes a much better idea.

When it comes to ideal, country-style living, no other place invokes the laidback lifestyle better than Tagaytay down South. With beautiful greens spread out to offer city folks a fresh perspective, not to mention cool and crisp weather all throughout the year, the Windy City is definitely the epitome of a perfect country getaway.

Who says you can’t do more with less? At Filinvest’s Studio City, today’s young professionals can let their ideas run free in a space that’s sized just right for their needs.

Home buyers are invited to check out the many options of their dream homes at the Sorrel Residences on Sociego Street near Sta. Mesa, Manila.The benefits of buying a unit there gives the buyer a winning advantage.

Moldex Realty, Inc. (MRI), the real estate and property arm of Moldex Group of Companies, sees 2012 as a bright year as it forecasts 20 percent growth for the company this year. This is following a successful performance in 2011 with its vertical projects contributing 23 percent growth.

In addition to giving rise to new office developments, the outsourcing and call center industry is also providing the critical mass for bustling commercial spaces that are now rejuvenating formerly overlooked areas in the metropolis.

Robinsons Homes recently launched St. Bernice Estates, its fourth project in Antipolo City. The 3.5-hectare contemporary Mediterranean inspired subdivision offers ready-for-occupancy townhouses and choice lots averaging 120 sqm in size.

Nothing glitters like gold, perhaps the most coveted metal in the history of humankind. When it comes to property investments, a buyer must choose the way he chooses a gold jewelry, the criteria being rarity of the piece, the quality of the design and its potential for increase in value.

Employees consider their work places as their second home. They spend at least eight to 10 hours a day inside the office and another one to two hours travelling to and from there. As such, work location and accessibility are major considerations when applying for a job. 

To date, developers of mass housing projects continue to suffer the persistent requirement of the BIR to present a ruling issued by its national office for every housing project that is granted exemption from the payment of the Creditable Withholding Tax (CWT).

Starting something new always takes time and planning. Whether it’s going forward with a new business idea, deciding to move to a place of one’s own, or creating a family, it is important to consider all the important factors to ensure the success of any venture.

Top officials of Horizon Land, Federal Land Inc., and the Manila City government recently inaugurated the Garden Road of Peninsula Garden Midtown Homes, the exclusive access to Manila’s biggest kid-friendly garden community in Paco, Manila.

Boracay Island needs to gear up for unprecedented growth. According to the Department of Tourism, 2011 was another banner year for Boracay, as it registered close to 910,000 visitors. This represents a 16 percent increase from the previous year. Aklan’s provincial government expects Boracay to hit the one million mark by the end of this year, a target previously set for 2013.

As the school year comes to a close, another batch of college graduates will join the workforce and begin the aspiration to have a home. Thus starts the cycle of an independent adult’s life.