REAL ESTATE LAWS

Understanding Land Registration Authority

The Land Registration Authority (LRA) is a government agency in the Philippines responsible for registering and managing land titles, surveying, and mapping services. It was established in 1913 under Act No. 496, also known as the Land Registration Act. The...

Building Code of the Philippines: Ensuring Safe and Sustainable Structures

Building codes are standards and regulations that define the design, construction, and use of buildings in a specific jurisdiction. In the Philippines, building codes are under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the...

How Can Foreigners Purchase Real Estate Properties in the Philippines?

More than just a temporary stopover for foreign tourists who got fascinated by its beautiful beaches, more foreigners have decided to settle down in the Philippines. There are plenty of perks for a foreigner to live in the Philippines. For...

Land Title Registration: 5 Steps to Register with LRA

Under property law, a land title refers to a formal document that serves as evidence of ownership. After a change of ownership is formalized, a transfer of title to the property may be required in order to transfer ownership...

13 Things to Check if Land Title is Authentic or Fake

It is everybody's knowledge that documents can easily be faked in the Philippines. From birth certificates to college diplomas, such materials can quickly be passed off as exact copies. It has been well-known not just in the country, but also...

Understanding Philippine Capital Gains Tax

A Capital Gains Tax is imposed on the gain the seller gets from a sale, exchange, or other transfer of capital assets in the Philippines. Pacto de retro sales and other forms of conditional sales are also included in...
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Understanding Property Depreciation in the Philippines

Depreciation is the decrease in the value of an asset over time due to wear and tear, obsolescence, or...
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