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Estate Settlement & Tax Amnesty


Estate Settlement Made Simple: A Practical Guide for Filipino Families
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Amid grief, Filipino families often face the daunting task of settling...


Navigating BIR Tax Amnesty: A Lifeline for Filipino Taxpayers
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has extended its Estate Tax Amnesty program until June 14, 2025 , under Republic Act No. 11956 ....


Simplifying Estate Settlement: A Guide to Extrajudicial Settlement in the Philippines
The passing of a loved one is never easy, and dealing with their estate can feel overwhelming. For Filipino families across the...


Simplified Guide to Using an Affidavit of Self-Adjudication for Estate Settlement in the Philippines
An Affidavit of Self-Adjudication is a legal document that allows a sole heir to claim the estate of a deceased person without...
Transfer of Title through Sales Articles


How to Get a Certificate Authorizing Registration (CAR) from the BIR in the Philippines
Transferring real estate ownership in the Philippines requires securing a Certificate Authorizing Registration (CAR)—now issued...


Capital Gains Tax and Other Fees You Need to Pay for Title Transfer in the Philippines
Transferring ownership of real property in the Philippines involves complying with several mandatory taxes and fees. Whether buying or...


The OFW’s Essential Guide to Title Transfer and Taxes When Buying Land or CCT Properties in the Philippines
Owning a property back home in the Philippines is a dream for many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Whether you're buying a family lot...


How to Buy Property in the Philippines While Abroad Using a Special Power of Attorney (SPA)
Many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and Filipinos living abroad dream of investing in real estate in the Philippines. But how can you...
Smart Property Ownership


5 Essential Checks for First-Time Land Buyers in the Philippines
1. Verify the Land Title and Legal Ownership The most important document when buying land is the Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) for titled land, or Original Certificate of Title (OCT) for original landowners. This proves who legally owns the property. First-time buyers should: Obtain a Certified True Copy (CTC) of the title from the nearest Registry of Deeds or through the LRA eSerbisyo portal: https://eserbisyo.lra.gov.ph Check for security features like watermarks, s


Simplified Guide: How to Verify a Land Title Online via LRA eSerbisyo
Verifying a land title is an important step in ensuring that the property you’re interested in buying is legitimate and free from legal issues. The Land Registration Authority (LRA) makes this process easier through its online platform, LRA eSerbisyo, where you can request a Certified True Copy (CTC) of a title. This official document serves as proof of land ownership and is accepted in legal and financial transactions. Here’s a simplified, step-by-step guide on how to verify
Digital Solutions in Real Estate


Land Title Secured: The Modernization Efforts Making Property Transactions Easier NationwideTransactions
For decades, the process of registering land and dealing with titles in the Philippines was a byword for complexity, long lines, and geographical limitations. Securing property rights—the foundation of economic growth and stability—often felt like navigating a maze of paper, manual records, and limited operating hours. Today, that narrative is changing rapidly. Driven by the twin mandates of modern governance and the Ease of Doing Business Act , the Land Registration Authorit
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