Most of us have our own dream house. It could be grand mansion or a modest home but with thoughtfully designed spaces. If you're a first time homebuyer, your primary consideration would likely be about adhering to your personal and lifestyle preferences while staying on budget and without sacrificing quality features. For this reason alone, buying a condo unit as your first home is a great choice. In...
Nothing beats the feeling of saving up and then purchasing your first home. Yet, one of the most fundamental decisions you must make before the purchase is choosing the property type. Those looking to get a home in the Philippines can choose from a variety of property options, but condominium buildings and traditional house and lots are two of the top varieties. Find what suits you best between a condo...
Many individuals, especially working millennials and young professionals, desire to live in a condo, particularly at emerging locations in Greater Manila Area (GMA) and regional areas nationwide. This is because of the modern and metropolitan lifestyle that compact living in the midst of a growing cityscape provides. But fast forward to present, condominium living is becoming more and more popular...
When it comes to purchasing your first home, the roles of titles are very important. With the unique concepts of condominiums wherein properties sold are vertically developed in a single lot space, it makes us wonder, “do I own a piece of that land?” among the hundreds, possibly thousands of condo unit owners in areas posed for growth. In this article, let us compare vertical homes and house and...
Fresh from its recent introduction to the country’s affordable housing market, Asterra, a personal project of Vista Land and Golden MV Holdings Inc. Chairman Manny B. Villar, is shaping up to be one hot brand in the residential property sector. With the billionaire real estate tycoon at the helm, Asterra is fast-tracking its projects all over the Philippines and aggressively promoting these—online and...
When one mentions stylish condominium living, “affordable” is certainly not the first word that comes to mind. However, Asterra, a personal project of Vista Land and Golden MV Holdings Inc. Chairman Manny B. Villar, is raising the bar in the affordable property sector with value-for-money condominium units offering stylish features and finishing, comfort, and timeless design. With this upgrade,...
The Millennial generation has been the focus of much attention in recent years, and this can also be seen by the prominence they have received in the Philippine media. Indeed, that is not without merit, as millennials are now the largest generation in human history, and their ideals differ from those of Generation X and the Baby Boomers. And one area where this is becoming more noticeable is the...
In our fast-paced urban lives in an ever growing cityscape, the significance of green spaces at home sometimes goes unnoticed. But these pockets of nature actually play a critical role in our well being that goes beyond having great views to take pictures of and upload online. Beyond mere aesthetics, they serve as havens of tranquility that provide a personal sanctuary from the relentless buzz of city...
When buying a condo unit for compact living, picking the appropriate floor level is sometimes being overlooked but is a critical choice that has to be carefully considered. The ideal option ultimately depends on the particular building as well as your individual objectives and needs for your starter home. Listed in this article are some factors to consider before making a decision for your...
Good air quality promotes better respiratory health and overall well being for humans. As a defense mechanism, we wear face masks outside to fight the adverse effects of outdoor air pollution. But the pandemic crisis especially made us realize that indoor air quality is just as important, if not more, when it comes to protecting ourselves from the threat of illnesses borne out of bad air quality. In...
