The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued for public comment its draft amendments to the rules governing real estate investment trusts (REITs), expanding the list of allowable assets and relaxing limitations on public ownership and the reinvestment period. The Commission released the...
For Alejandro S. Mañalac, real estate is more than just a career—it is a lifelong mission to serve people, uplift communities, and uphold integrity in the profession. This dedication was recognized when the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) conferred on him the Outstanding Professional...
Housing construction, which sharply slowed in the second quarter and pulled gross domestic product (GDP) growth toward the lower end of the government’s target, will likely recover only if the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) delivers a jumbo rate cut on Thursday. While the University of Asia...
I n 1956, the Philippines and Japan formalized diplomatic relations, transforming a difficult post-war past into a modern partnership built on shared values and resilience. From hardship emerged a lasting bond—one that continues to thrive today. Every July 23, Japan-Philippines Friendship Day...
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...
CEBU CITY – Top Philippine real estate developers are keeping a bright outlook despite rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and renewed uncertainty under the Trump administration in the United States. During the recent 2025 Annual Real Estate Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, key developers...
Living in Metro Manila calls for a home that embodies convenience and comfort while maintaining an upscale urban lifestyle. At The Observatory, professionals and young families can thrive in a Japanese-inspired community that exudes stability, independence, and drive to achieve life’s goals....
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking to entice real estate companies with rental pool arrangements to tap the capital market for their growth and financing needs with the launched of streamlined rules for the registration their securities. Rental pool agreements refer to...
Aerial view of RPN commercial lots Cavite is poised for continued economic growth, with rising strategic developments like Riverpark driving new opportunities in the province. A key indicator of this momentum is the 90 percent sellout of Riverpark North Commercial Lots by Federal Land NRE...
SotoGrande Palawan For many Filipinos, home is more than just a place—it’s a sanctuary, a dream, and a lifelong investment. This is exactly what Sta. Lucia Land Inc. (SLI) has been offering for over 50 years, building not just houses, but communities where families can grow, thrive, and create...
Today, February 23, marks the 65th birthday of Emperor Naruhito, the 126th emperor of Japan. Known as a ‘tennou tanjoubi,’ the day’s celebration is distinguished by the customary appearances of the members of the Imperial family on the Chowaden hall’s veranda in the East Gardens...
Modern living in the Philippines is set to be reshaped by Federal Land and Nomura Real Estate (FNG), as they introduce Japan-inspired design to their rising developments. FNG, a joint venture between trusted developer Federal Land and Japan’s Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd., integrates...
