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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.

A practical, in-order walkthrough for your first weeks settling into Makati
A step-by-step guide to getting a local SIM, opening a bank account, and signing a lease you actually understand in your first month in Makati.

A realistic look at the trade-offs behind one of Calabarzon's most common commutes
Thinking of buying or renting in Santa Rosa but working in Makati? Here's how to weigh the real commute time, costs, and lifestyle trade-offs before you sign anything.

Two of Metro Manila's premier business districts, compared for renters, homebuyers, and investors
A practical comparison of BGC and Makati across lifestyle, commute, rental demand, and investment potential to help you decide where to live or buy.

A long-idle Buendia-Paseo site may finally rise as Legacy Tower ahead of a major stock listing
PNB Holdings appears set to develop its long-vacant Makati corner lot into a mixed-use tower, coinciding with its planned stock listing later this month.

Where to live in Metro Manila depending on your budget, work, and lifestyle
A practical breakdown of Metro Manila's top expat-friendly rental neighborhoods, from BGC to Makati to Alabang, and how to choose the right fit.

A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to renting a condo in Metro Manila's premier business district
A practical guide to Makati's best rental neighborhoods, what shapes condo rental rates, and what to expect when searching for a unit.

AREIT's Ayala asset swap, LIMA Estate's growth plan, Makati transit, and shifting housing demand
This roundup covers AREIT's P17.3-B Ayala asset swap, Aboitiz's 500-ha LIMA Estate expansion, Makati's electric busway plan, and rising demand for provincial house-and-lot projects.
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