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Accor to bring largest Pullman property to Cebu, Damosa Land's expansion projects in Mindanao, and more

Posted on Sat, Apr 13, 2024 11:34 AM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Real Estate News

This week, Colliers Research provides insight on Accor partnering with Tytans Properties, Damosa Land's expansion projects, Cebu Landmasters targeting Luzon for development, More airport and road projects on this current administration, and DTI eyeing more Japanese manufacturers.   Hotel manager Accor to bring largest Pullman property to Cebu  SUMMARY Global hotel chain...

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Cebu still no. 1 choice outside NCR

Posted on Mon, Apr 8, 2024 8:58 AM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Uncategorized

OUTSIDE of Metro Manila, Cebu has remained the top choice of outsourcing firms and multinational companies, capturing more than 50 percent of the total transactions recorded in 2023. Of the 208,800 square meters of office transactions recorded outside of Metro Manila, Cebu accounted for 112,900 square meters of deals or 54 percent of total transactions, according to Colliers Philippines’...

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New industrial inventory attracts investors at West Cebu Estate

Posted on Fri, Mar 22, 2024 9:59 AM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Real Estate News

Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates has signed contracts with two  logistics companies Prestige Warehousing and Logistics (PWL) and JBY Equipment & Impex Logistics Inc. which will  invest in West Cebu Estate in Balamban, Cebu. The industrial inventory release at West Cebu Estate has triggered a surge in investor interest, underlining the scarcity of available inventory in the ma...

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BIZ BUZZ: BDO deemed most valuable PH bank brand

Posted on Thu, Mar 21, 2024 9:59 AM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Uncategorized

What is the most valuable bank brand in the Philippines? According to a new report from London-based global brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance, it’s BDO Unibank, with its brand value estimated at $2.5 billion, up 14 percent from last year. This means that if the country’s largest bank were to sell just its brand—excluding operations and other assets—]it would c...

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What is the current state of Cebu Local Real Estate Market?

Posted on Sun, Jul 2, 2023 9:08 PM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Tips and Advice

What is the current state of  Cebu Local Real Estate Market? The real estate market in Cebu has been an area of significant interest in recent years. With its booming economy, stunning natural landscapes, and increasing urbanization, the region has witnessed a surge in real estate development. In this blog, we will delve into the latest news trends and provide an in-depth analysis of the...

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Cebu City's Real Estate Market in 2023: An Overview of Prices, Trends, and Challenges

Posted on Wed, Apr 12, 2023 5:36 PM by DR. SAMUEL O. LAO in Tips and Advice

Cebu City's Real Estate Market in 2023: An Overview of Prices, Trends, and Challenges As a practicing license broker, I have observed a significant shift in the real estate development trend in Cebu City. From 2022 to the first quarter of 2023, there has been a notable transition from horizontal to vertical housing projects due to the scarcity of big land for major residential development....

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