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For OFWs considering property investment, the time is now

The Philippines is still very much an attractive real estate destination. Its economy remains strong with a GDP of 6.8 percent forecasted for 2018 and 6.9 percent for 2019. This stable growth makes investing in the country a solid option not only for local residents but overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) as well. Vacancies in Metro Manila were reportedly on a decline for the first quarter of 2018. At a vacancy rate of 12.4 percent, it appears that residential condominiums can be a good source of lease income. This is an important detail to know for OFWs who are contemplating investing in real estate.

2 THINGS EVERY REAL ESTATE INVESTOR MUST DO BEFORE RECESSION HITS

While the market pundits continue to make contradictory predictions about recession, as a smart real estate investor, you must stay prepared for whatever is to come next. Besides, there’s no other option to it, is there? Nobody can be sure about the what’s and when’s of economic downturn. So, you must have a thorough plan in place all the time to combat any economic trend.

Should I Sell My Home or Convert it to a Rental Property?

Selling a home and moving into another is something that you may be considering. This may because your job is taking you to a new location or you have simply outgrown your existing home. There are times, however, when putting your home up for sale might not always be your best option. Turning your existing home into a rental property might just be the better way to go under certain circumstances. Here are some very good reasons why you as a homeowner should consider turning a home into a rental property as opposed to selling it.