The documentation of the purchase and sale of real property could be surprisingly daunting for first-timers who are presented with numerous agreements or contracts to read, comprehend and sign. Understanding why they are needed and what these documents state—whether as buyers or sellers—are essential for a smooth transaction. Recognizing their differences will not only ensure a s...
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PARIS - US internet giant Google has agreed a settlement totaling 945 million euros ($1.0 billion) to end a tax dispute in France under an agreement announced in court on Thursday. The company will pay a 500-million-euro fine for tax evasion, as well as a further 465 million euros to settle claims with French tax authorities. In a statement, Google confirmed the settlement and hailed the fac...
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BUSINESSMAN Dennis A. Uy’s Global Gateway Development Corp. (GGDC) has engaged SM Prime Holdings, Inc. to be the first locator in its 177-hectare Clark Global City leasehold in Pampanga. In a statement issued Wednesday, GGDC said it has signed a sublease agreement with Sy-led SM Prime for up to 10 hectares inside the Clark Freeport Zone. “Having SM Prime as one of our anchor loca...
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