Pembo, an informally-built community in Manila, where Build Change is working with families to protect their homes from the threat of earthquakes and typhoons. Even as our schools, streets and open spaces empty, time does not stand still. On June 1st the hurricane season will officially start in the Atlantic. Between approximately July and November, typhoons will develop and...
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Understanding Common Housing Loans in the Philippines: Pag-IBIG, Bank Loans, Private Lending, and More Owning a home is a significant milestone for many Filipinos, and various housing loan options are available to facilitate this dream. Understanding the diverse array of options can help individuals make informed decisions about which one suits their needs best. 1. Pag-IB...
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Rising Land Costs Pose Significant Challenge for Economic and Socialized Housing Development in Metro Cebu By: Samuel Lao, Real Estate Broker - Cebu City, October 22, 2023 The bustling urban sprawl of Metro Cebu, stretching from Cebu City to Carcar in the South and Danao to the North, has long been a hub of economic growth and development. However, a pressing issue now threatens to...
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Real Estate Investment Financing Options: Traditional vs. Alternative Lenders Real estate investment can be an excellent way to build wealth and generate passive income. However, investing in real estate can require a significant amount of capital, and most investors need to obtain financing to get started. Traditional lenders, such as banks and credit unions, have long been the go-to option fo...
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LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES: P.A. Properties, one of the fastest growing developers of low to medium cost housing communities in Southern Luzon, reaffirmed its support to the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and commitment to take part in offering solutions to close the housing gap in the Philippines. Having built more than 20,000 housing units across Laguna, Cavite, P...
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One of man's basic needs is shelter. They would like to have a roof over their heads to provide them sanctuary from the outside. The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development or DHSUD is the primary government agency responsible for the management of housing, human settlement and urban development. As it celebrates its 4th anniversary, it looks back to how far it has gone and ho...
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