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Legislative action on housing meets fresh scrutiny of market transparency and redevelopment rules
Senate approves affordable housing bills, the Philippines lags regional peers in real estate transparency, and a condo redevelopment bill could revive Makati.

New measures on socialized housing, rental subsidies and condo redevelopment voting rules clear the Senate
The Senate passed four housing bills and a condo redevelopment measure that could affect OFWs and foreign owners of Philippine rental units and aging condos.

Developers turn cautious on industrial builds as DHSUD eyes quicker approvals and BSP weighs rate moves
Today's roundup: industrial developers favor build-to-suit projects, DHSUD targets faster housing permits, office towers need commuter perks, and BSP may hold rate hikes until 2027.

BSP tightens further while Cebu Landmasters and Aboitiz lead this year's property awards
BSP raises rates to 5% amid inflation risks, while Cebu Landmasters and Aboitiz Economic Estates take top honors at the 2026 PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards.
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