The newest estate is also touted as Ayala Land’s greenest urban development in Metro Manila, dedicated 40% of its land to open spaces. An estate that embodies connections, exchange and collaboration, at 35 hectares, Parklinks will be the biggest mixed-use development along the prime C5 corridor.

Buying property off the plan offers a long list of potential benefits to investors, but it also comes with its fair share of risks. One strategy adopted by some investors is to purchase an off-the-plan property and then sell it on before settlement even occurs.

Browsing through listings, talking to realtors, and doing all the basic condo window-shopping can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time finding your own home. Condos are the perfect solution for the first time home buyer who wants to dip their toes in living independently without committing to the long-term engagement or purchasing a house-and-lot.

Are you buying your first condo unit? Before you respond to those “For Sale” signs, familiarize yourself first with the following terms commonly used when buying your first property. 

Investing in condominiums that you can rent out to both short-term and long-term tenants sounds appealing. But after many years of high condo rental demand, is it still wise to enter the real estate market at this point? 

“Local and foreign high net worth individuals continue to drive the residential sale market, typically securing the biggest and most expensive units from high-end and luxury brands to maximize the value appreciation in major markets,” said Jones Lang LaSalle in its 2018 report.

Is it true that your condominium's lifespan is set at 50 years? Learn the truth behind this statement to help you decide on whether or not to buy your own condo unit.

Selling a home and moving into another is something that you may be considering. This may because your job is taking you to a new location or you have simply outgrown your existing home. There are times, however, when putting your home up for sale might not always be your best option. Turning your existing home into a rental property might just be the better way to go under certain circumstances. Here are some very good reasons why you as a homeowner should consider turning a home into a rental property as opposed to selling it.

If you are about to buy a condominium unit or a townhouse you may be facing a dilemma on which type to purchase. Should you purchase pre-selling units or ready for occupancy units? Both have their advantages and disadvantages so it’s best to delve into them further to arrive at a wise decision.

A new business and lifestyle district is rising south of the Metro, and you’ll want to be among the first to help it shine at its brightest. ARCA South, a 74 h.a. master-planned, mixed-used estate, starts to build the foundations for a vibrant hub of the future.  

If you’re genuinely constrained in the budget, even that is not a problem today. Nowadays, for retail investors, investing in real estate has become seamlessly easier with pooled fund arrangement. You can get together with other individuals like you who want to invest in properties but lack adequate capital, you can pool a fund with them, and then you easily purchase the desired, highly promising properties.

The vision behind Parklinks is not limited to its ongoing residential and corporate development projects. In fact, Eton Properties Philippines Inc. and Ayala Land Inc. envision a balance between open spaces and lifestyle and office facilities over the course of the next decade of Parklinks’ development.

In recent times, flipping real estate investment properties have become quite popular. While the trend posts a great opportunity for investors to make more money, it also brings with it several pits. The moment something becomes trendy, more people jump in the scene without adequate knowledge; meaning, more people lose money. So, not everyone flipping houses are ending with profits.

We are in one of those times when opportunities are in abundance. And yet, so many of us are failing to leverage on one. This is just as true about the real estate market.

Unlike your friends and family members who might require more convincing, these investors would be more willing to make investments. Besides, they can provide you with more inputs and insights, which can help you make the most out of the pooled fund.

When it comes to real estate investment, focus your resources on property that has the largest potential for growth. Where the property is located, how secure it is, and the amenities it provides are usually major considerations for investors.

Real estate is a good investment. It’s only a question of finding the right property to invest in, and remembering that a “good” investment is a personal definition. With an established reputation among real estate developers in the Philippines, Alveo Land’s portfolio provides a great variety to choose from.

On the other hand, if you are purchasing the property for your own use, think about how comfortable you will be with the environment. Does it have the amenities you like? Is it close to your place of work or to your kids’ school? Finding property you enjoy will make it worth the price.

When it comes to investment, buying real estate is generally a great option. Investing hard-earned money into a condo for sale will usually work for people in the short or long-term. One can have it listed for residential lease to earn passive income, which in turn can be used to pay off monthly amortization payments. If the property is located at a real estate hotspot, one can sell it at a premium.

A lot of real estate investors choose pre-selling condo as their first real estate investment. The advantage of pre-selling is that you don't need to have a lot of capital since more often you will only need to pay the down payment at zero percent interest which is spread over a period of several months until up to three months before date of turnover.