Deed of Donation vs Deed of Sale for Property Transfers in the Philippines
A Deed of Sale (capital gains tax + DST) and a Deed of Donation (donor's tax + DST) are not interchangeable — underpricing a family sale can still be taxed as a gift, and…
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Can Foreigners Buy Property in the Philippines? Condo, Land and Ownership Rules
Foreigners cannot own Philippine land, but they can own condo units outright, own a house separate from its…
Metro Manila Foreclosed Properties Weekly Watch: Aug 31-Sep 6, 2026
This week’s Metro Manila bank-acquired property watch compares verified listings from Security Bank, Bank of Commerce and Metrobank,…
TCT vs CCT vs Tax Declaration: Philippine Property Titles Explained
A TCT covers land, a CCT covers a condo unit plus its share in common areas, and a…
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Foreclosed Properties Weekly Roundup
A verified weekly scan of bank-acquired and foreclosed property listings, with asking prices, property sizes, source dates and disclosed possession or title concerns.
Metro Manila Foreclosed Properties Weekly Watch: Aug 31-Sep 6, 2026
This week’s Metro Manila bank-acquired property watch compares verified listings from Security Bank, Bank of Commerce and Metrobank, including price per sqm and disclosed risk flags.
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