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Renting costBuild your monthly and move-in budgetSeparate recurring expenses from deposits and upfront cash. DepositsUnderstand advance rent and security depositsKnow the limits, deductions and evidence to keep. Rent controlCheck whether the current rent cap appliesFollow the coverage test before calculating an increase. Landlord complianceDetermine whether BIR registration is requiredStart with the taxpayer and rental-activity pathway. Rental taxWork through rental-income tax choicesCompare the applicable income-tax and business-tax routes. Buyer verificationCheck the title before committing moneyReview liens, mortgages, annotations and source documents.

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Rent a Home

Set a budget, compare areas, inspect a unit, understand the lease and move in safely.

16 published guides 02

Buy Property

Plan financing, verify documents, review contracts, calculate costs and complete the transfer.

88 published guides 03

Manage a Rental

Register, price, screen, document, maintain and resolve tenancy problems.

42 published guides 04

Buy or Manage from Abroad

Appoint a representative, finance, verify, inspect and manage Philippine property remotely.

19 published guides 05

Sell Property

Prepare documents, set a price, calculate taxes and costs, negotiate and transfer.

3 published guides 06

Compare Locations

Compare total housing cost, commute, facilities and property-specific risks.

3 published guides

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Apartment decisions rarely begin with a property type. They begin with a budget, a location, a document, a risk or a deadline.

01How much money do I need before moving in? 02Which city fits my budget and lifestyle? 03What should I check before signing a lease? 04What will it cost to sell an apartment?

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