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Can a Sales Agent’s Promise to Issue a Contract to Sell After Payment of a Reservation Fee Constitute an “Advertisement” Under PD 957, and Does the Developer’s Failure to Honor the Promise Entitle the Buyer to a Refund?

The Supreme Court, in Empire East Land Holdings, Inc. v. John Edrem Bautista, G.R. No. 272556, February 3, 2026, clarified that a sales agent’s promise to issue a Contract to Sell after payment of a reservation fee is not an “advertisement” under Section 19 of Presidential Decree No. 957 (PD 957). However, the Court held […]

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How to Safely Buy Property and Avoid Unlicensed Sellers

Many property buyers in the Philippines unknowingly invest in subdivision or condominium projects being sold without the required Certificate of Registration or License to Sell from the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD). Others unknowingly deal with individuals who falsely represent themselves as licensed real estate brokers or accredited real estate salespersons. What

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Is an Unregistered Extrajudicial Settlement and Sale Valid?

One of the most common misconceptions in real estate transactions is that a sale of land becomes valid only after the deed is registered with the Registry of Deeds. This often leads to the question: Does the failure to register the Extrajudicial Settlement and Sale with the Register of Deeds render the sale void? The

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How to Safely Verify Titled Land and Property Boundaries

What Precautions Should Buyers of Titled Land Take to Verify the Title and the Property’s Metes and Bounds? Purchasing titled land is often perceived as a secure investment. Many buyers assume that because a property is covered by a Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) or Original Certificate of Title (OCT), they are automatically protected from

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Delayed Condo or No License to Sell? Protect Your Investment Now

What Can Buyers Do If a Developer Has No License to Sell or Fails to Deliver the Property on Time? Purchasing a condominium unit or subdivision lot is often one of the most significant financial investments a person can make. To protect buyers from fraudulent and unscrupulous real estate practices, Philippine law imposes strict requirements

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