The condo that my sister C was tasked to design and furnished is done and ready for occupancy! After months of canvassing and hunting for furnitures, home accessories, American Standard toilet and bath items and furnishings; dealing with the owner, contractors, carpenters and suppliers and all that stuff, it’s time for her to sit down and relax. 

The living room….

This condo building is situated near the Manila International Airport ( about 15 minutes ride), is only a few minutes ride to SM mall and other business establishments.  Its amenities include a swimming pool, cafe bar, gym and it has a 24/7 security. The unit itself is fully equipped and furnished. 

If you’re in Manila and in need of a place to stay for a night or for months, this is for you! Drop me a message, okay?

Condominiums are getting to be in the demand accommodation tenants are looking especially for short-term stay. It costs less than staying in hotels and the service and amenities are good too. On the other hand, if you’re looking for an investment, owning a condo can be rewarding.

Bro and the kids, checking out the pool.

My brother who has a condo in Manila is already reaping the rewards of his investment. His condo has been mostly occupied since it was open for rental. Usual occupants are newly-weds, businessmen and travelers. It’s prime location makes it the top choice of renters because it is only minutes away from the international airport, malls and business establishments. It also has amenities such as swimming pool, gym, coffee shop and a 24/7 security that makes staying there ideal for vacationers. It’s like the myrtle beach vacation rentals, only it’s not located in the beach.

If you want a less expensive alternative to hotels but still enjoy fine accommodation, condo rental is the way to go these days.

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My fave chat mate isn’t back to online life yet. They are still in Manila because they are busy finalizing the papers and furnishing the condo unit; installing the aircon, drilling holes for paintings and bars, fixing the bathroom (I heard it was leaking, probably the pipe) and every tiny detail has to be set in proper order before they can leave. Then the unit will be up for sale.

Their initial plan was to lease the unit but they realized that the furniture and appliances inside are at risk of being damaged by tenants who have less regards for other people’s property. Somebody advised them that buyers are interested more in buying fully-furnished unit rather then the bare unit which still needs finishing and furnishing. Buyers usually don’t want to hassle themselves with the installation of cabinets, aircon, counters and other fixtures that’s why the demand for fully furnished condo units are high. Read the rest of this entry »

Sigh, sigh… after being away from work for quite some time makes me lazy and to think that I vowed to work harder this year. Hmmmm… I hope I’ll be able to fulfill my goals one of this is investing in a real property. My mom has been encouraging me to look at the condos and homes for sale in Manila and get one for myself coz it is a good investment. The property can later on be put up for rent which is exactly what my brother did.

There are many people who are looking for houses for rent; those who can’t afford to buy their own house, or couples who are starting life on their own and also transient tenants. Mom told me that renting out properties is very profitable. A relative has a small house which she rents out for a good sum. Now that’s an inspiration.
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