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GLRA Realty Blog

Market trends, buying tips, legal guidance, and Philippine real estate insights — straight from a licensed broker with 10+ years of experience.

Market Trends

Metro Manila Property Outlook 2026

Where condo and house prices are heading in Makati, BGC, and Quezon City this year — and which corridors offer the strongest growth potential for investors.

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Buyer Guide

First-Time Homebuyer Checklist

Documents, deposits, and the step-by-step process for buying your first property in the Philippines — from reservation fee to title transfer.

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Tax & Fees

Understanding BIR Zonal Values

How zonal values affect your Capital Gains Tax and Documentary Stamp Tax — and how to compute the actual fees you will pay at closing.

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OFW Tips

Buying Property Remotely as an OFW

How overseas Filipinos can safely purchase property back home — SPA requirements, video walkthroughs, and avoiding common scams.

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Selling

How to Sell Your Property Faster

Pricing strategy, staging tips, and the marketing channels that actually move properties in today's Metro Manila market.

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Legal

Title Verification & Due Diligence

Why every buyer should verify a Transfer Certificate of Title before paying — and the simple steps to do it through the Registry of Deeds.

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