Why you should invest in Philippine Real Estate?

Why you should invest in Philippine Real Estate?

* Property developments are designed using international concepts and standards.

* Philippine property appreciates at an average of 10% per year, which is higher than 3 to 6% US properties get. This translates to a higher Return On Investment (ROI)

* Rental income from property is a stable source of income, and while it may fluctuate, is highly unlikely to vanish altogether, unlike stocks.

* Prices in Metro Manila are inexpensive compared to other major cities around the world.

* Strategically-located developments near Central Business Districts (CBDs) in urban cities, schools, malls, churches and hospitals.

* Due to the effects of the 1997 Asian economic downturn, prices are very affordable and the payment options and/or financing terms more flexible.

* Housing is always a rewarding investment as it gives one a sense of pride and ownership

* After a 7-year downturn, the Asian market that includes the Philippines is expected to recover and outperform other markets.

* Consumer incomes are rising, unemployment is falling and interest rates are modest.

* Property is a good hedge against inflation

* Real estate always has a residual value. Although prices can certainly fall as well as rise, property values will never fall to zero unlike shares or hedge funds.

* Property is a kind of hybrid asset with the capital appreciation of a stock but the income producing capacity of a bond.

* Real estate in prime locations is always an excellent collateral security against loans, and allows financing to be secured anytime.

* Units in projects are being sold pre-development generally appreciate in value when the project is finished.

* Buying real estate on installment basis is like buying a pre-need plan. Paying for it in installment for a future need.

* The demand for housing of all types is greater than supply. The backlog for housing is about 4 million units.