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Free, straightforward guides for buyers, sellers, and OFWs navigating the Philippine real estate market.
OFW Property Buying Guide
How to buy property in the Philippines from abroad - safely.
Overseas Filipinos send over $38B home every year, and an increasing share goes toward property. But buying from abroad means relying on listings you can't visit and people you can't easily verify. This guide walks you through the process step by step.
- Financing options: cash, Pag-IBIG, bank loans
- What documents to review before sending money
- How to verify a broker or owner remotely
- Capital Gains Tax, DST, and transfer costs
- Red flags that signal a scam listing
How to Verify a Real Estate Broker in the Philippines
Don't transact with an unlicensed broker. Here's how to check.
Under RA 9646, only PRC-licensed brokers are legally allowed to facilitate real estate transactions in the Philippines. Yet unlicensed "colorums" are everywhere. This guide shows you exactly how to verify any broker before handing over a single peso.
- What the RESA Law (RA 9646) requires
- How to use the PRC Online Verification System
- What a valid Authority to Sell looks like
- DHSUD registration and why it matters
- What to do if you suspect a colorum
FSBO Guide: Sell Your Property Without a Broker
Save the 3% commission. Here's what you need to know.
Broker commissions in the Philippines run 3-5% of the selling price - that's ₱150,000 on a ₱5M property. More owners are choosing to sell directly. This guide covers everything you need to do it safely, legally, and successfully.
- Is FSBO legal? Your rights under Philippine law
- Documents you need before listing
- How to price your property accurately
- Handling buyer inquiries and viewings
- The sales process: from offer to transfer of title
These guides are for informational purposes only.
They do not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. For transactions involving significant amounts of money, always consult a licensed real estate broker, lawyer, or financial adviser.