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RLC becomes first Philippine developer to clear Singapore diligence

Published Apr 29, 2026 01:44 pm
RLC Residences Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager Edward Thomas Bernas (fourth from right) and ERA Chief Financial Officer Chee Yong Poh (fourth from left) lead the formalization of a strategic partnership in Singapore. The agreement follows Robinsons Land Corp.’s milestone achievement as the first Philippine developer to clear the Council for Estate Agencies’ due diligence requirements, allowing the firm to market local residential projects to Singapore-based investors through a regulated platform. Also present are (L-R) ERA’s Simone Lee and Parry Tiwari; ERA Senior Vice President Vic Toh; and RLC Residences executives Carissa Denise Lyttle, Patricia Kristine Lyttle, and Norberto Layug Jr.
RLC Residences Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager Edward Thomas Bernas (fourth from right) and ERA Chief Financial Officer Chee Yong Poh (fourth from left) lead the formalization of a strategic partnership in Singapore. The agreement follows Robinsons Land Corp.’s milestone achievement as the first Philippine developer to clear the Council for Estate Agencies’ due diligence requirements, allowing the firm to market local residential projects to Singapore-based investors through a regulated platform. Also present are (L-R) ERA’s Simone Lee and Parry Tiwari; ERA Senior Vice President Vic Toh; and RLC Residences executives Carissa Denise Lyttle, Patricia Kristine Lyttle, and Norberto Layug Jr.
Robinsons Land Corp., the property arm of billionaire John Gokongwei’s JG Summit Holdings Inc., has become the first Philippine developer to pass the Council for Estate Agencies’ (CEA) due diligence requirements in Singapore.
The regulatory milestone paves the way for the company to market its residential projects to Singapore-based investors through a strategic partnership with ERA Singapore, one of the city-state's largest real estate agencies.
The clearance marks a significant shift for Philippine real estate in the city-state, where licensed estate agencies are mandated by the CEA to perform rigorous verification of facts before any foreign property can be marketed to the public.
Under these guidelines, agencies must ensure that overseas developments are supported by verified documentation and that all marketing materials provide accurate disclosures to potential buyers.
By meeting these standards, Robinsons Land, operating through its residential brand RLC Residences, establishes a regulated platform to capture capital from one of Asia’s most active investment hubs.
For Singapore-based buyers, the completion of this process provides a structured framework for assessing Philippine real estate, which has historically faced varying levels of scrutiny regarding title authenticity and project delivery.
The CEA’s oversight acts as an institutional filter, offering an added layer of confidence for investors looking to diversify their portfolios within Southeast Asia.
The partnership leverages ERA Singapore’s regional network to showcase RLC Residences’ portfolio, which includes high-rise condominiums and suburban estates across Metro Manila and emerging growth centers such as Batangas, Cebu, and General Santos.
RLC Residences has recently focused on premium branding, emphasizing smart home features and sustainable design to align with international buyer expectations. In the Philippine market, these units often range from ₱5 million for entry-level studio units to upwards of ₱30 million for luxury configurations in prime business districts.
Securing a first-mover advantage via ERA Singapore allows Robinsons Land to position itself as a credible alternative to traditional investment destinations like Vietnam or Thailand. As the Philippine economy continues to show resilience, fueled by infrastructure spending and a steady flow of remittances, the developer aims to convert international interest into long-term sales.
The company remains focused on delivering developments that emphasize location and value appreciation, ensuring that its projects meet the high-standard benchmarks required by sophisticated offshore investors.

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