New Infrastructure Projects in Nueva Ecija Photo from Philstar Wheels Nueva Ecija is the Rice Bowl of the Philippines. This province in Central Luzon is the largest producer of rice in the region. There are several infrastructure projects in Nueva Ecija to improve its connectivity. On the other hand, two flood control projects were also completed this year. Of course, other Central Luzon...
Deciding to have a new home is a milestone that needs careful planning. Sure, you have prepared for the finances you are about to shoulder. However, choosing the alternative that brings you more savings is still beneficial. There are different avenues to homeownership in the Philippines, but in the end, it mostly boils down to one decision point: buying or building a house from scratch. Buying vs....
The Philippine property market has only just began to gain traction after its decline during the pandemic. Since the previous year, experts have been projecting a rebound in the industry, citing renewed consumer confidence and improving pandemic conditions. And though there may have been a few challenges, the forecast remains consistent. The demand for pre selling condo is on the uptick Camella’s...
Road Signs in the Philippines You should know as a driver Road signs are made to help motorists navigate the roads better. It can also prevent accidents from happening. Unfortunately, a study in 2020 revealed how poor Filipinos are in understanding and comprehending basic road signs in the country. The study surveyed 535 Manila City drivers. The research found that only 76.25% of the...
Being a property owner is one of the biggest milestones in a person’s life. However, it’s no secret that it comes with responsibilities. Aside from paying off a bank loan, mortgage, and association fees to your real estate developer, among others, you will also need to pay real estate tax in the Philippines. There are a lot of moving parts in figuring out how much you need to pay, but there’s no...
How to prevent water leaks during typhoons at home Photo from No Probs Plumbing The Philippines is a country that is not new to flashfloods and typhoons. Every year, around 20 typhoons visit the Philippines, five of which can be considered "destructible." Last August 30, Super Typhoon Hinnamnor (local name: Typhoon Henry) entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility alongside Tropical Depression...
What we know so far on the Medellin Airport in Cebu Cebu sits at the heart of the Philippines, quite literally. It’s located in Central Visayas where almost every tourist and commerce destination is only a couple of hours—if not a few minutes— away by plane. The entire province’s airway is serviced solely by the Mactan International Airport (MCIA), which sees roughly a hundred flights a day,...
Warning signs of Contractor Fraud The profitability and success of every real estate investor depend on working with the right contractor. If you choose a fraudulent contractor, you risk wasting time and money. To identify the most important red flags to look out for when employing a contractor, here are ten signs that tell the difference between a trustworthy handyman from a deceitful...
August marked the first day of face-to-face classes since the pandemic. Students of all grade and year levels are more than excited to return to school and see their classmates again. Another sight that parents see after two years is a daycare center filled with crying preschoolers. During the first day of classes, preschoolers will cry in their room when their parent leaves them. Parents usually...
How to verify information from media sources Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte declared August 30 as the National Press Freedom Day last April under Republic Act 11699. Under this law, August 30 will be a working holiday commemorating Marcelo H. Del Pilar, the father of Philippine journalism. The modern world has been a double-edged sword for journalists as it can be a source of...
