Residential Makati Real Estate
The residential Makati real estate market is set to grow, according to The Knowledge Report of Colliers International. That’s good news for the state of the economy, which had a pretty good first quarter. There are many indications that this could end up being a positive year for the industry. While office space in Makati…
Who Should Buy a Makati Condo?
A Makati condo can be either a great investment or a big mistake, depending on who is buying. While the right condo unit can be a good decision for many, some people just aren’t very suited for that kind of living arrangement. Some of the scenarios where people are not a good fit for buying…
Jazz Residences to Spice Up Makati Condo Industry
The SM Development Corporation (SMDC) introduced Jazz Residences to the public late last year. Construction of the prime Makati condo is going ahead as scheduled, with Tower 2 being launched in February. It’s going to be the last high-rise structure to be built in the area of Bel-Air, as city ordinances now restrict such projects….
Membership in A Homeowners Association
For some people, renting an apartment often comes with membership in the building’s homeowners association. Depending on the building itself, this can be avoidable or it might become a compulsory thing that all tenants must be part of. Some people don’t like this and others have learned to live with them. These organizations offer a…
Eton Properties Philippines Inc. in Makati Real Estate
Makati real estate is set to profit from Lucio Tan’s property development company Eton Properties Philippines, Inc. Because the firm reported net profits of P294 million in 2009 (up from the previous year’s earnings), it plans to start 10 projects this year. There are several Eton construction projects going on in Makati, including the Eton…
Philippine Real Estate Investors Celebrate Festival
Different real estate companies and investors recently got together with top businessmen and diplomats. This gathering, called the Philippine Real Estate Festival, was held at the World Trade Center in Pasay during this past weekend. Industry leaders spoke about different issues, but this event indicates an excitement about the future of the property business. These…
Renting an Apartment or Buying Other Real Estate for Foreigners in Makati
Getting an apartment for rent in Makati or any other city in the Philippines can be relatively painless once all the necessary paperwork is done. The Philippine real estate market is not a friendly one for foreigners looking to own actual land. Renting an apartment is fine, as is renting a house, though the latter…
Luxury Condos
Condo units are often seen as luxuries and living spaces all in one, and a unit placed in a prominent city like Makati even more so. However, even with a Makati condo, there can be varying degrees of opulence and luxury. Some towers have special amenities that are granted to owners who pay for the…
Renting Out a Condo Unit
A Makati condo is not necessarily going to be used as living space, though that is often the intent behind a purchase. Instead, it is possible for someone to treat the unit as an investment. There are instances when a contract allows a unit owner to let someone else rent the unit, similar to arrangements…
A Beginner’s Guide to Renting an Apartment
When getting an apartment for rent for the first time, there are a lot of things that people tend to forget. There are so many things to keep in mind and consider, as well as little details to experience, that some of it just slips through the cracks. People usually remember the basic details, such…
