As a magnitude 7.8 earthquake recently hit Turkey and Syria, the head of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Tuesday said such a magnitude is also likely to happen in the country. “There’s always this possibility. In fact, it already happened on July 16, 1990… The 1990 Luzon earthquake was magnitude 7.8,” Phivolcs Director Te...
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What are the Benefits of Real Estate Investment? Potential for rental income: Real estate can generate a steady stream of passive income through rental payments. Appreciation: Real estate values can increase over time, leading to capital gains when the property is sold. Diversification: Adding real estate to an investment portfolio can help diversify and potentially reduce overall...
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Real Estate in Cebu City, Philippines: Outlook for 2023 January 23,2023 - Realtor Samuel O Lao, REB Cebu City, located in the central region of the Philippines, is a popular destination for both tourists and property buyers. The city is known for its rich history, beautiful beaches, and diverse culture, making it an attractive place to invest in real estate. In this article, we wil...
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What is an REIT? REITs are companies that own, manage and finance real estate properties. The main difference between REITs and other real estate investments is that REITs are highly liquid. A REIT can be bought and sold on the stock market and traded in the same way as mutual funds or individual stocks. You can simply log into your brokerage and choose the REIT you want to invest in. Afte...
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Moreover, Diokno said the revival of tourism in the country will also propel the real estate industry’s growth as travel restrictions become less stringent. Real estate has been a significant player in the Philippine economy, however, commercial spaces, home rentals, and sales took a downturn during the pandemic. “Our economic prospects are promising,” Diokno said at the re...
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Bob Mangat and CEO & Founder of the 1440 Group, a real estate investment and development firm in Vancouver, BC Canada. For individuals who want to invest in commercial real estate, but may lack the stomach to go all-in individually, or even to have the bulk of liability for a new entity, a real estate limited partnership may offer the right risk-reward ratio—keeping mor...
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