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Feb 17, 20231 min read
Revised Zonal Values - Marikina
The BIR has released new zonal values for RDO 045 - Marikina City that are effective February 16, 2023.
Feb 17, 20231 min read
Another Rate Hike
On February 16, the BSP raised key interest rates by another 50 basis points (0.5%) after January recorded an inflation rate of 8.7%.
Feb 16, 20231 min read
Lighting
One thing that has boggled me during my life as a broker is why most condos haven't upgraded to LED lighting.
Feb 15, 20231 min read
Payment Terms
When describing payment terms for pre-selling projects, developers present three numbers. Here’s how to read it.
Feb 14, 20231 min read
"Vacant" Unit
Once upon a time, a broker was showing a condo unit to a client.
Feb 13, 20232 min read
ONETT Trap
The ONETT is BIR's "one-time transaction" computation of taxes to be paid for selling a real estate asset.
Feb 10, 20231 min read
RTGS
There is another way to "wire" funds between accounts from different banks. This system is called local telegraphic transfer or RTGS.
Feb 8, 20231 min read
Advanced Rental
Lessors demand tenants pay “advanced rental” in lease contracts. This amount is measured by the number of months of rental.
Feb 7, 20232 min read
Problems with Bank-Fin
Bank-Financed purchases, what can go wrong? Here, I'll discuss two of the most common problems when it comes to bank-financed purchases.
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