M​yProperty.ph Magazine features 8 big names in Ph Real Estate

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Dubbed “The People Issue,” MyProperty puts the spotlight on eight big names in Philippine real estate

​Dubbed “The People Issue,” M​yProperty.ph Magazine (​www.myproperty.ph​) releases its eight issue this week. For the first time ever, the magazine focuses on some of the movers and shakers of Philippine real estate.

​In this issue of MyProperty.ph magazine, we want to step back and congratulate our long­term partners, whose success represents  a truly entrepreneurial spirit worth emulating. We let their knowledge of the market guide our journey and we thank them for their continuous belief in our vision to bring the Philippine real estate market into the digital age,” said Henry Winter, the newly appointed general manager of MyProperty.ph.

Well­known personalities to grace the latest issue of ​MyProperty.ph Magazine​include Grand Monaco president Reynaldo Carpio, Vista Land president and former senator Manny Villar, noted architect and urban planner Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr., and National Real Estate Association chairman Andy Mañalac.

MyProperty.ph​’s latest issue also features useful home guides and neighborhood tips for consumers, an exciting list of kid­friendly and fun­filled places in Metro Manila, articles on home design and budget­friendly dining room upgrades, and a list of must­have mood­enhancing items for your home.

Another piece, “A PWD’s ‘Dream House,’” focuses on the features that make a home ideal for people with disabilities. Meanwhile, noted property brokerage Pinnacle Real Estate Consulting Services also share their latest market insight and relays how the upcoming elections will affect the country’s real estate future.

Also in this issue are seven featured properties: The SM Mall of Asia by SM Prime, The Lakeshore by Central Country Estate, Admiral Baysuites by Anchor Land Holdings, Tres Palmas by Livingsprings Communities, Tagaytay Highlands by Belle Corporation, 3 Forty Fifth Residences by Top Market Property Development and Management, and Casa Aurora and The Grand Monaco Village East by Grand Monaco. A total of ten pages have also been dedicated to property classified ads from both MyProperty.ph and Lamudi Philippines.

“​In this issue of MyProperty.ph magazine, we want to step back and congratulate our long­term partners, whose success represents a truly entrepreneurial spirit worth emulating. We let theirGrab the latest issue from your local newsstands or get a copy for free by visiting MyProperty.ph's office at 9/F Rufino Tower, Ayala Avenue corner Rufino Street, Makati City.

Six over-the-top amenities found in Philippine condos

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Tired of the usual amenities? These extravagant features found in some of Metro Manila’s condominiums are anything but ordinary.

These days, it’s no longer enough for condo buyers to have amenities like swimming pools and basketball courts. These are considered common conveniences found in every other development, which leads buyers to look for condos that have a bit more to offer.

In one way or another, condo residents want to feel pampered (spoiled, even), so real estate developers go the extra mile when it comes to providing unique amenities that won’t have condo residents straying far from their own backyard. MyProperty.ph lists a few high-class features experienced by people who prefer to live it up in their condos.

Unique sports facilities

Fitness buffs look for more than just comfort and safety in a condo; they also need facilities that’ll feed their constant desire to train and have fun in their sport of choice. Victoria Sports Towers in Quezon City raised the bar in terms of athletic facilities with its four-level sports complex which, aside from the usual basketball and tennis courts, also boasts of a bowling alley, rock-climbing and rappelling facilities, and a shooting range.

Luxurious pools

Swimming pools will always be a staple in condos, but very few make an effort to provide more than just a place where you can get a few refreshing laps. Azure Urban Resort Residences in Parañaque is most popularly known for its man-made beach, which comes with powdery white sand, waterfalls, beach coves, artificial waves, a beach volleyball court, and a beach bar. For a more relaxing dip, Essensa Private Residences in Taguig has an indoor heated swimming pool.

Entertainment centers

These days, game rooms and playgrounds are almost expected of a condo, so those who want to set themselves apart really go all out in presenting recreational options. For instance, The Lerato and Fortune Hill will have music rooms where residents can practice and play musical instruments at their leisure. At developments like Solemare Parksuites in Parañaque and One Rockwell in Makati, a mini theater is at your disposal so you can see a movie whenever you want.Wellness services

It’s one thing to have access to health and wellness businesses that are renting condo’s commercial complex, it’s another to have them readily available because they’re actually within the development. Residents of Knightsbridge Residences in Makati can spend their spa day right in the condo at its very own relaxing facility. The Beacon, also in Makati, has its own personal clinic open to residents for emergencies, while a dental clinic can cater to the oral-care needs of Victoria Sports Towers’ occupants. Makati’s The Stratford Residences has—wait for it—a beauty salon within the premises to get you ready for a party.

Butlers

We’ve seen them in movies, TV shows, and probably the homes of our more, let’s say, well-off friends: butlers are the ultimate providers of personal services, which makes having one at your beck and call almost a status symbol. Raffles Residences in Makati and Grand Hyatt Manila Residences in Taguig are two condos that offer butler services to residents who are willing to pay more to have their particular needs met.

Helipads

For the ultimate business tycoon, traveling via helicopter is probably a regular thing, which would mean they’ll need a helipad to make their quick and grand getaway. Only a handful of developments carry such a lavish feature, including Two Roxas Triangle in Makati, Pacific Plaza Towers in Taguig, and 1322 Golden Empire Tower in Manila.

Lamudi PH reports 2015 growth

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Data shows that the Lamudi PH website is now the most visited real estate platform in the Philippines.

Lamudi Philippines (www.lamudi.com.ph) is now officially the most visited real estate website in the Philippines. Citing its own data and that from web analytics platform SimilarWeb, Lamudi reported that visits to its platform for the first six months of 2015 is 34 percent higher than those recorded for the entire 2014. In addition, at 320,000 monthly visits, Lamudi’s site visits via desktop are now at least 28 percent higher than its nearest competitor.

2015 was also a year of milestones for Lamudi. In February, the company secured $18 million in funding to boost its operations in Asia and Latin America. In May, Lamudi acquired competitor MyProperty.ph to further cement its position as the Philippines’ number one property website.

A first in Philippine real estate, Lamudi Philippines is also harnessing its massive online and listings data to generate reports and other content for Filipino homebuyers and property investors. For example, Lamudi analyzes data from its listings and regularly publishes content on condo, house, and commercial property price data.

The company’s onsite search data also provides a picture of online property-hunters’ behaviors and preferences. Lamudi found that most Filipino homebuyers still prefer houses over condos, despite Metro Manila’s condo boom, and that Quezon City is the most searched city in the Philippines for properties. Furthermore, Lamudi found that U.S.-based house-hunters are looking for houses more than half of the time (57.8 percent) and that after Quezon City, Makati, and Manila, Tagaytay and Baguio are the fourth and fifth most searched cities by Filipino-Americans.

According to Lamudi Philippines managing director Jacqueline van den Ende, these reports generated from the platform’s data provide sellers, brokers, and property developers much-needed insight to inform their marketing strategies.

Jacqueline van den Ende

“For a while, we’ve known that Filipinos are rapidly moving online to inform their purchase—from clothes, gadgets, and even real estate. But most sellers of real estate still have no idea as to how homebuyers behave online. Our data provides these sellers with data on buyers’ preferences, from location, price range, size, type, and even amenities.”

To tap into mobile-first consumers, the Lamudi Philippines app is now available for both iOS and Android devices, while the website itself has a mobile version. van den Ende said the importance of being available on mobile cannot be overemphasized. In the first half of 2015 alone, 32 and 15 percent of Lamudi’s traffic came from mobile and tablet users. Swedish ICT provider Ericsson also reported in June that mobile penetration in the Philippines will reach 40 percent by the end of this year, thanks to the popularity of more affordable smartphones.

ABOUT LAMUDI

Launched in 2013, Lamudi is a global property portal focusing exclusively on emerging markets. The fast-growing platform is currently available in 32 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America, with more than 900,000 real estate listings across its global network. The leading real estate marketplace offers sellers, buyers, landlords and renters a secure and easy-to-use platform to find or list properties online. 

For more information, please visit http://www.lamudi.com.ph

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ABOUT MYPROPERTY.PH

Established in September 2010, MyProperty.ph is one of the leading Philippine real estate online and print brand that brings property buyers and sellers together. The website’s main offerings are listings of pre-selling properties and properties for sale and for rent. Both website and magazine also provide relevant and updated industry news and information for its clients and consumers. And with the release of its mobile version, finding or selling a home is made even easier. Visit www.property.ph

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7 ‘Foodventures' to take outside Metro Manila

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People are always going out for adventures and food tripping! Check this out and enjoy your 'foodventures'. MyProperty.ph lists seven locales beyond Metro Manila that have made major contributions to the country’s rich culinary culture.

As varied and trendy as restaurants are that pop up almost every day in Metro Manila, there’s nothing quite like going back to homegrown meals you’ll find at their place of origin. Every Philippine province and region has a signature dish they’re proud to call their own, making the task of sampling the best they have to offer an adventure in itself.

Here’s MyProperty.ph’s list of seven places outside Metro Manila that are known not just for their history and practices, but also for their trademark gastronomic delights.

Pampanga

Recognized as the culinary capital of the Philippines, Pampanga is a melting pot of local and international culture when it comes to food. During the Spanish times, colonizers taught the locals the basics of Spanish cooking, which influenced many of the province’s dishes. Some of their more mainstream offerings include the world-famous sisig, lechon kawali, and the cured sweet meats tocino and longganisa. If you’re up for a little adventure, some exotic dishes you might want to sample are adobung kamaru (mole crickets cooked in garlic and vinegar), betute tugak (stuffed frogs), and calderetang barag (a spicy stew of monitor lizard).

Ilocos Region

Have you ever heard of poqui-poqui, kabatiti, and utong? These terms might bring to mind less-than-kid- friendly images, but seemingly funny names are just one of the things that set Ilocano dishes apart from the rest. These are actually dishes made of various vegetables, much like the more PG-13 pinakbet, dinengdeng, and dinoydoy also from Ilocos. But while veggie concoctions seem to be the province’s specialty, one can’t take three steps within the area without stumbling upon other equally famous meat- based foods like Vigan longganisa, Ilocos empanada, and bagnet.

Rizal

When it comes to rice cakes, you can’t beat Rizal. Their recipes and methods of cooking these sweet delicacies were influenced by various cultures, and remain the same to this day. Cainta put their city on the map by baking the biggest rice cake ever, subsequently earning the moniker “Bibingka Capital of the Philippines.” After paying homage to the Virgin of Antipolo, patrons indulge in the city’s version of suman, a glutinous rice treat cooked in pre-made tubes of young palm leaves.

Bicol Region

If you’re a glutton for punishment, heaven for you would be Bicol Region, where some of the country’s spiciest dishes originated. Coconut milk and chilies go hand-in-hand in many of the region’s best grub, such as Bicol express, a pork dish named after a train that travels from Manila to the Bicol region; kinunot, an appetizer made of malunggay and stingray meat; and laing, a vegetable and meat dish composed mainly of gabi leaves.

Roxas City, Capiz

The “Seafood Capital of the Philippines” has an economy that thrives on aquaculture due to the plethora of marine life in the area, which is why their local dishes celebrate the diversity and flavors of their most abundant yield. Angel wing clams (locally known as diwal), crabs, scallops, oysters, and shrimp are often simply steamed so one can enjoy them in their fresh form; however, many locals have learned to kick their preparation up a notch with fusion cooking.

Cebu

Who can forget when world-renowned chef and food critic Anthony Bourdain went to Cebu and declared the province’s version of lechon (roast pig) “best pig ever”? Whether in belly form or in its whole skewered glory, what distinguishes Cebu lechon is the combination of herbs like lemongrass and leeks that give it its unique flavor as it roasts. Cebu’s suckling pig is so acclaimed, in fact, that you can buy them at airports in boxes to bring back home. Apart from Cebu lechon, a few common local favorites when it’s time for dessert are otap, caramel tarts, and dried mangoes.

Sulu and Tawi-Tawi

As a location unaffected by Hispanicization, foods in these areas are not influenced by Spanish cooking, but their techniques are more closely related to nearby Malaysia. One standout trait of foods in the region is the use of spices not common in the country, such as turmeric, coriander, and cumin. The satti—a local version of Malaysian satay—is skewered and grilled meat usually served in a bowl of sauce. Rendang, which traces its roots to Indonesia, is a dish composed of beef, lamb, or goat and various spices and is typically served during ceremonies such as weddings and Eid al-Fitr.

Seven heritage places in the Philippines worth visiting

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Vigan Ilocos Sur - Calle Crisologo

It's more fun in the Philippines! Explore the diverse culture of the Philippines as MyProperty.ph lists some of the most popular heritage towns and cities in the country.

If you attended a Filipino school as a kid, chances are you know that whenever August rolled around, it was time to polish your skills in declamation, singing, or slogan making in celebration of the Buwan ng Wika . As a nationalistic event, it aims to celebrate the Filipino language while also embracing our linguistic diversity.

This month is also an apt time to visit some of the country’s towns and cities that helped shape our history and heritage. You can make a holiday out of your visit to any of these sites, as many of them are located in distant provinces, although some of them are close enough to Metro Manila for a day tour.

Kawit Cavite - Aguinaldo Shrine by Antonio V. Oquias

Kawit

Province: Cavite

Spoken languages: Tagalog, Chavacano

Considered as Cavite’s oldest municipality, Kawit was founded in 1587 for the Spanish Crown and referred to by the Spaniards as “Cavite El Viejo.” Its most famous spot is the Aguinaldo Shrine, the ancestral home of General Emilio Aguinaldo and the site where the Philippine independence from Spanish rule was declared. It is also home to St. Mary Magdalene Church, one of the oldest churches in the Philippines; as well as the Battle of Binakayan Monument, which commemorates a struggle between Spanish and Filipino soldiers in 1896.

Malolos

Province: Bulacan

Spoken languages: Tagalog, Kapampangan

Malolos is recognized as the Premiere Heritage City of Bulacan for its ancestral houses, Spanish colonial churches and chapels, and historical landmarks. The Barasoain Church, for one, is the site of the First Philippine Congress in 1898. Also worth visiting is the neoclassic Bautista-Uytangcoy Mansion, known as home of Aguinaldo’s interior secretary Don Antonio Bautista, but is more recognizable as the site where Jose Rizal and Marcelo H. Del Pilar spoke with the 21 women of Malolos in 1892.

Pila

Province: Laguna

Spoken language: Tagalog

Pila, specifically the Pila Historic Town Center, was declared a National Historical Landmark for being an early pre-Hispanic center of culture and trade, owing to the discovery of clay potteries during excavations in Pinagbayanan in 1967. Some of the Spanish- and American-era architecture found in the locale are the 19th-century Baroque church Diocesan Shrine, and the Parish Church of San Antonio de Padua, founded in 1578 and regarded as the country’s first Antonine parish.

Taal

Province: Batangas

Spoken languages: Tagalog, Spanish

Most famous for its namesake lake and for balisong (fan knife) and barong (local garb) making, Taal has been labeled a National Historical Landmark because of its well-restored ancestral houses. One such property is the Agoncillo-Mariño House, considered a national shrine by the National Historical Institute where the national flag was first made by Marcela Mariño de Agoncillo. Other historical landmarks include the Old Taal Church ruins, where the original Church of St. Martin de Tours was built in 1575; and Escuela Pia, built in 1885 and considered the central school during the American regime.

Vigan

Province: Ilocos Sur

Spoken languages: Ilocano, Pangasinan, Tagalog

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and recently named as one of the New7Wonders Cities, Vigan is one of the few Hispanic towns in the country where visitors can appreciate intact buildings that display a fusion of Filipino, Oriental, and European aesthetic. Its most famous attraction is Calle Crisologo, a cobblestone street flanked by Spanish-era homes and traversed by horse-drawn carriages or calesas. Other points of interest include the earthquake Baroque-style Vigan Cathedral, the history of which can be traced back to 1574; and the Archbishop’s Residence, which was built in the 16th century.

Silay Negros Occidental - Balay Negrense

Silay

Province: Negros Occidental

Spoken languages: Hiligaynon, Cebuano, Tagalog

Silay is often referred to as the Paris of Negros and considered by the Department of Tourism as Western Visayas’ seat of arts, culture, and ecotourism. The city is known for its artists and numerous cultural shows, but its most prized attractions are its well-preserved heritage houses, which were built during the heyday of the Philippine sugar industry. Some of the more famous homes are Balay Negrense, a late-19th-century home that has been transformed into a museum; and Hofileña Ancestral House, which was constructed in 1934 by Manuel Severino Hofileña and continues to be occupied by one of his heirs.

Dapitan

Province: Zamboanga Del Norte

Spoken languages: Cebuano, Subanen, Zamboangueño, Chavacano, Tagalog

Known as the “Shrine City in the Philippines,” Dapitan’s popularity lies in its historical significance as the place of exile of Rizal. In fact, its most famous sites are ones related to Rizal, such as Liwasan ng Dapitan, which the national hero helped designed; Punto del Desembarco de Rizal, where he disembarked from the steamer “Cebu” in 1565; and Rizal Park and Shrine, where he lived from 1893 to 1896.

Source : MyProperty.ph,  a leading Philippine real estate online and print brand that brings property buyers and sellers together. The website’s main offerings are listings of pre-selling properties and properties for sale and for rent. Both website and magazine also provide relevant and updated industry news and information for its clients and consumers.

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8 Must-Try Hummus Places in Metro Manila

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For foodies looking to try hummus for the first time, check out these eight halal restaurants located right in your neighborhood.

Eid al-Fitr signals the breaking of the fast in Islam, people are feeling inspired to celebrate the event with the Muslim community by feasting on food influenced by their religious traditions. But while the typical Filipino would cite “shawarma” as their top- of-mind choice for Middle Eastern food, one appetizer is currently climbing the ranks to give it a run for its money: the humble hummus. 

Once a mere appetizer, hummus is currently becoming a favorite among frequenters of restaurants that offer Middle Eastern cuisine.

For the unoriented, hummus is made by combining mashed chickpeas or garbanzos with tahini, olive oil, and lemon juice. It’s normally eaten by dunking flatbread into it or by pairing it with grilled meat or vegetables, but true-blue lovers find it just as satisfying on its own.

If you’re looking to experience the dish for the first time, check out MyProperty.ph’s eight picks of great halal restaurants in Metro Manila that offer hummus to suit all budgets and ambiance preferences.

Ziggurat

Those who wish to try Ziggurat’s dishes will have to head to its only branch in Sunette Tower in Poblacion, Makati. The place—which offers a combination of Indian, Pakistani, Mediterranean, and African cuisines—has a very extensive menu that’s in the middle of the affordable-to-expensive scale, Ziggurat’s hummus is actually the most affordable in this list at Php75 per serving. And good news: Ziggurat is open 24 hours, so you can get your fix any time of the day.

Berhouz Persian Cuisine

Another favorite go-to place of bargain-hunting foodies is Berhouz, with branches for shoppers at Greenhills Shopping Center in San Juan, live music lovers at Pasig’s Metrowalk, as well as foodies in Parañaque’s BF Homes and Quezon City’s Tomas Morato area. A serving of plain hummus here, which they prepare with yogurt, costs Php80.

Mister Kabab

Starting out as one of the midnight haunts of foodies in the West Avenue area, Mister Kabab now also serves the mall goers of Fisher Mall and Ayala Fairview Terraces in Quezon City, residents and visitors of Mezza Residences in Santa Mesa, and employees of the UP-Ayala Technohub. Here, a serving of hummus costs Php120.

Persia Grill

Persia Grill is the restaurant in this list with the most number of branches: four in Makati, two in Pasay, and one each in Taft Avenue in Manila, Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig, and Pasig’s Kapitolyo, plus a soon-to-open branch in BF Homes, Parañaque. Their version of hummus comes with garlic and is sold at Php120 a serving.

Shawarma Snack Center

Shawarma Snack Center (SSC) has a stall open for patrons of Waltermart in Chino Roces, Makati, as well as people strolling around Ermita (Robinsons Manila and along M. H. del Pilar Street) and BF Parañaque. Hummus in SSC is slightly more expensive at Php135.

Hossein’s Restaurant

Hossein’s has been offering a combination of Iranian, Arabian, Indian, and Mediterranean dishes since 1985. The restaurant currently has over four branches in the country, including those found in BGC’s Serendra and Makati’s Bel-Air Village, while a Hossein’s restaurant called Gilak is in Greenbelt 3, Makati. If you enjoy having your meals served and eaten in grand style, Hossein’s is the place, but the experience will come at a hefty cost: a single order of hummus comes at Php150, while a serving for sharing costs Php250.

Kashmir

Kashmir is said to be the oldest Middle Eastern restaurant chain in the country, offering Indian dishes since the early 1970s. One branch is located along Padre Faura Street in Ermita, Manila, while the other three are in Makati, with a bonus regular appearance at the Salcedo Saturday Market. Being a fine dining restaurant, their hummus is understandably a little more costly at about Php150 a serving.

Arya Persian Restaurant

Lucky for those who often embark on retail expeditions and crave Persian cuisine afterwards, all branches of Arya are located inside malls: Robinsons Magnolia in Quezon City, Greenhills Shopping Center in San Juan, Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong, and Robinsons Place Manila. Plain hummus at Arya is priced over Php150 per serving, but if you’re up for a more filling variety of the appetizer, try the pricier Shahi hummus that comes at around Php260 and is topped with chunks of meat.

MYPROPERTY.PH 

Established in July 2010, MyProperty.ph is a leading Philippine real estate online and print brand that brings property buyers and sellers together. The website’s main offerings are listings of pre-selling properties and properties for sale and for rent. Both website and magazine also provide relevant and updated industry news and information for its clients and consumers.

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Five simple rules for building the ultimate man cave

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To dads who toil away at the office and at home most of the time, Father’s Day is a welcome respite from the fray. It’s also one of those days when you can get away with a lot of things, like finally working on the man cave you’ve always dreamed of.

Not sure how to begin creating your personal lair? Here’s your guide to setting up the perfect testosterone-powered chamber.

A man cave is a guy’s getaway; his own zone away from the fuss and frills of the entire home. It’s the place where he can hole up and hibernate for as long as he can, and is pretty much a wife- and children-free spot where he can do what he wants (within reason, of course).

Sounds like a dream, right? If you think it’s time to cash in your get-away-with-something card and put together your private hideaway, here are five things to keep in mind before you start.

Choose a room in the house

It can be your house’s basement or attic, or even half of (or the entire) garage. Whichever room you want to transform, consider how big it is and what you plan on turning it into. And make sure it’s actually an available space you won’t be using anymore; it’s going to be a hassle when you finally set up your man cave, only to dismantle it because you need the area for storage

Decide on a theme

Are you a sports nut, a gaming enthusiast, or a movie buff? Your hangout can be anything you want—it’s your sanctuary, after all. You can turn it into a sports bar, a video-game arena, a mini-theater, or even an old-fashioned gentleman’s club where you can swill scotch and talk about the weather with friends all day. Picking a theme early on will help you go into the nitty-gritty, from choosing between a pool table and a juke box, as well as the color scheme and furniture.

Map out your idea

Before taking a sledgehammer to your walls, you need a plan of attack. Start by measuring the dimensions of the room and plotting it out on graphing paper. Section off the space and determine what to put or build into each corner or side, and be as detailed as you can. Be sure to create a timeline of the things you have to do so you don’t take too long on one particular step.

Work out your spending

Itemize what your man cave needs and set a certain amount you’re willing to spend for them. Add about 15 percent to that amount to cover any unexpected spending because you can bet there will be. And be realistic; it’s easy to go overboard and lose track of your expenses in the process, so if your budget won’t permit that massive Jacuzzi with a built-in TV, don’t push it. Also, consider second-hand items from friends and family, thrift shops, garage sales, and online selling sites to stay within your budget.

Get help

Unless you’re a true-blue Jack-of-all-trades, you can’t do absolutely everything yourself. And if your design involves electrical and plumbing work and you don’t have the skills for them, Google and YouTube can only get you so far. Contact a professional for each phase of the work you need assistance on. Want to save money? Find friends with construction skills who are willing to work for pizza and beer.

Being able to put your feet up in your home within a home takes careful planning and hard work, so don’t jump into it without a thought-out strategy. Once everything’s in place, you’ll have an escape, a place where you and your buddies can be yourselves and, ultimately, the happiest place on earth.

Established in September 2010, MyProperty.ph is the leading Philippine real estate online and magazine brand that brings property buyers and sellers together. The website's main offerings are listings of pre-selling properties and properties for sale and for rent, as well as relevant and updated industry news and practical tips for its clients and consumers.

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Most popular neighborhoods in Metro Manila

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Global real estate portal Lamudi ranks Metro Manila’s most popular residential enclaves.

Looking for a vibrant neighborhood for your first-home investment or planning for a weekender city escapade? It is time to rediscover the most happening communities in Metro Manila: from the busy Makati central business district to the food-frenzied and laid-back street of Maginhawa, global real estate portal Lamudi has ranked the five most popular enclaves in Metro Manila to help you find your lifestyle-centric future home.

Makati Central Business District

A mixed-used, fully developed enclave where towering condos, myriad dining options, and the trendiest commercial centers are all in one place. Work, dine and cap off the night in a trendy bar without driving, as all of your needs and more are just a few steps away.

BF Homes, Sucat, Parañaque City

Considered one of the gateways to the south with good access to three cities— Parañaque, Las Piñas, and Muntinlupa—BF Homes currently has one of the trendiest food scenes anywhere in Metro Manila. Numerous establishments, specialty shops, and exciting eateries dot its streets, securing a unique and complete lifestyle for its laid-back residents.

San Juan

Located at the heart of Metro Manila and accessible from Quezon City, Makati, and Manila, this small city is considered a thriving residential and leisure spot in the metro. Exclusive residential villages, a wide array of shops for everyday convenience, and plenty of delectable Chinese restaurants to boot make San Juan one of the most liveable cities in Metro Manila.

UP Village, Quezon City

UP Village’s Maginhawa Street is enjoying immense popularity nowadays because of its many restaurants. Residents living close to this community need not go far to sample Middle Eastern, Thai, or even Vietnamese cuisine. A certified neighborhood hangout, UP Village has come a long way from being a quiet residential enclave to a booming leisure spot.

Loyola Heights, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City

This quiet residential enclave is surrounded by Quezon City’s top schools such as UP Diliman, Ateneo de Manila, and Miriam College, yet it also has plenty of restaurants, especially the areas along Katipunan Avenue, making it a trendy place to dine out. This community is best for parents who prefer to live right beside their children's learning places.

ABOUT LAMUDI 

Launched in 2013, Lamudi is a global property portal focusing exclusively on emerging markets. The fast-growing platform is currently available in 32 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America, with more than 900,000 real estate listings across its global network. The leading real estate marketplace offers sellers, buyers, landlords and renters a secure and easy-to-use platform to find or list properties online. For more information, please visit http://www.lamudi.com.ph

Visit Lamudi Philippines on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and LinkedIn.

ASIA: THE WORLD’S SKYSCRAPER CAPITAL Global property portal looks at region's sky-high towers

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MANILA, JANUARY 12, 2015: Home to the bulk of the tallest towers on the planet, Asia is without a doubt the world’s skyscraper capital. From Dubai to Shanghai, the region dominates the list of the world’s supertall buildings.

Of the top 10 tallest towers around the world, just two - the recently completed One World Trade Centre in New York City and the Willis Tower in Chicago - are located outside Asia and the Middle East.

Stacked one on top of the other, the 10 tallest towers in Asia would measure more than five km into the sky. These top 10 tallest towers are shown on a new infographic, released by global property portal Lamudi.

With its towering commercial centres and tendency towards high-density living, China leads the world in skyscraper construction. Of the record-breaking 97 buildings measuring 200 meters high or taller that were completed around the world in 2014, 58 of these were located in China. This represents roughly 60 percent of the global total, according to figures recently released by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. 

The city of Dubai currently holds the title for the world’s tallest skyscraper. Reaching 829.8m high, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest artificial structure on earth. For those without a serious fear of heights, the super tower is also home to the world’s highest observation deck, located on the 148th floor.

The Makkah Royal Clock Tower Hotel in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is the region’s second tallest tower. Located close to the world’s largest mosque, Masjid al-Haram, the five-star hotel is designed to cater for Muslim pilgrims visiting the holy city. The structure has 76 state-of-the-art elevators offering easy access to the mosque for prayers.

In third place is Taipei 101 in Taiwan, which stands at 508m and was once the tallest building in the world. The skyscraper’s unique design is based on the number eight, which is considered lucky in Chinese culture. The design was chosen to withstand the earthquakes and typhoons that are common in the country. 

Elsewhere in Asia, the Shanghai World Financial Center, the International Commerce Centre in Hong Kong and the Petronas Towers in Malaysia also make the top 10 list. 

Currently under construction in China is the 632m Shanghai Tower which, once completed later this year, will be the world’s second tallest building. However, at 660m, the Ping An Finance Centre in Shenzhen will overtake the Shanghai Tower in 2016.

Set to reach 1km into the sky, the Kingdom Tower in Saudi Arabia will take the title of the world’s tallest building once it is completed in 2019.

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The MyProperty.ph magazine maiden issue launched

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Get Sold Corporation, a joint venture between Summit Media and Ringier AG, recently launched their first offline offering, a print version of the MyProperty.ph website, as part of the brand’s strategy to bring real estate information and listings closer to the public. According to general manager Butz de Castro, the free magazine is designed to emphasize how the online and offline experiences are connected, and aims to provide current and new users with “richer content that’s beyond ordinary projects and classifieds listings”.

“The MyProperty magazine was meant to complement our online product,” he said. “It is a major step forward in enabling property seekers, and all the industry’s players for that matter, to make better- informed decisions when it comes to searching for and purchasing property.”

The maiden issue of the quarterly glossy highlights top projects from various local property developers such as Vista Residences, Avida Land, and Grand Monaco. The Featured Stories section contains tips and human interest pieces, including an interview of several street performers in Bonifacio Global City, a yuppie’s guide to condo living, and FAQs about home buying. The magazine also offers a closer look at four booming real estate locations in the country – Pasay, CDO, and Tagaytay, and Pampanga – under Featured Communities.

“With Featured Communities aimed at letting the general public know where fast-track development is happening and Featured Stories on trends and tips, the website visitor – now the magazine reader – is given a heightened and more pleasurable experience in being informed of what choices are available to him at the most relevant time,” de Castro explained.

A classifieds segment presents buyers with listings complete with photos, property specs and seller information, as well as a property ID that can be used to search for the property on the MyProperty.ph website. Home owners looking to furnish and maintain their properties can fulfill their needs through the directory page.

As for what readers can expect in the future, de Castro said, “Along with more editorial content, more classified listings will be up for display, further boosting the chances of connecting the right property seeker with the right property seller.”

First copies of the maiden issue were handed out to attendees of the recently held “DRIVEN Pinoy Dream Property and Lifestyle Event 2013”. MyProperty.ph also plans on distributing it at upcoming real estate and property expos and placing it in major business establishments and event venues. A downloadable version of the magazine will soon be available on the website.

MyProperty.ph is the Philippines’ premier online real estate classifieds, which aims to bring property buyers and sellers together through an interactive and user-friendly platform. Visitors to the site can browse all types of real estate listings: from houses to condos, brand new to previously owned properties, and developer-owned to privately sold homes.

Get Sold Corporation is the classifieds company behind MyProperty.ph. It is a joint venture between Summit Media and Ringier AG.

Summit Media is the Philippines’ leading magazine publishing company—with 21 magazine titles under its belt, it has also expanded into digital media, outside-of-home media and consumer events. For the fourth straight year, Summit Media has also topped the nationwide TNS-Trends Newsstand Survey conducted in 2009. The company is also the co-owner of Jobstreet.com.ph, the country’s leading online jobs portal.

Ringier AG is a multinational media company with around 8,000 employees in 10 countries in Asia and in Central and Eastern Europe. Worldwide, Ringier publishes more than 120 newspapers and magazines and produces and markets more than 20 TV programmes. The company also holds considerable stakes in television and radio stations and operates about 80 websites and mobile platforms. It has eleven printing plants. Ringier is a fifth-generation family company, founded in 1833.

For more information on MyProperty.ph, call the Marketing Team at 451-8888 local 1126 or visit www.myproperty.ph.