Makati City Councilor Martin Arenas said on Tuesday, July 29, that the councilors from the majority bloc of the Makati City Council will oppose any attempt by Mayor Nancy Binay to increase Real Property Taxes (RPT) in the city. Arenas made the statement following Binay 's alleged unannounced...
The local tourism industry is expected to maintain the growth observed in the first half of 2025, mainly driven by strong domestic travel and gradual recovery in international arrivals. “With the anticipated growth of domestic tourism, our industry is set for a significant boost,” said Leechiu...
Simply logical, and practically inevitable! That was the phrase running through my mind as I attended the media launch of the Signature Series of SM Residences. As Jessica Sy, SM Prime vice president and head of Design, Innovation, and Strategy, explained, this entry of SM Residences into the...
Over the past decade, Southern Luzon has undergone a remarkable transformation, not just as an industrial and residential hub but as an emerging center for higher education. Santa Rosa, Laguna, along with the surrounding cities of Biñan, Calamba, and parts of Silang and Tagaytay, is steadily...
The Philippine office leasing market posted strong demand growth momentum in the first half of 2025 as the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector shifts from relocation to expansion mode, while the residential market saw an increase in unsold units despite efforts to reduce oversupply. During...
The journey to homeownership has become more exciting, accessible, and meaningful through RLC Residences Expo 2025: Hello, Home, Forever. As the country’s first developer-curated expo, the three-day event held an immersive property showcase. It offered a host of services for home buyers dedicated...
With the Bureau of Customs (BOC) contributing the largest share in the seizure of nearly ₱41-billion worth of counterfeit goods, the agency has vowed to intensify its crackdown on the trade of fake products to protect consumers and legitimate businesses. The BOC, the country’s second-largest...
A development that’s not only beautiful but built with purpose is rare, and that’s exactly what Landco Pacific Corporation, in partnership with Roxaco Land Corporation, has delivered. The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego proves that luxury and sustainability can go hand in hand, setting a...
For years, the southern corridor of Metro Manila has quietly grown into a lifestyle haven—an escape from the city’s noise and congestion. But now, it’s more than just a retreat. With Ayala Land’s master-planned estates leading the way, the South is rapidly transforming into the most...
In a city that rarely slows down, it helps to have a place that does. A spot where you can stretch out, sip coffee under the trees, or simply sit and breathe. Here, green space takes the lead—offering room to unwind and enjoy the moment. Along the busy E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue (C-5) corridor, a...
Shang Properties, a leading name in luxury real estate development in the Philippines, received two prestigious five-star awards —the highest level of recognition—at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2025, held at the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Hotel, Queen’s Park in Thailand on May 15–16. At...
The real estate industry in the Philippines continues to grow at an exciting pace. New developments are rising across the country, more Filipinos are investing in property, and opportunities for real estate sellers are expanding like never before. But with this growth comes a responsibility—to...
