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Is the Philippines Safe to Travel in 2026? A Filipina’s Personal Perspective
Read more: Is the Philippines Safe to Travel in 2026? A Filipina’s Personal PerspectiveThe Philippines is often described as a happy country, and in many ways, I believe that description is true. Wherever you go, you will see people smiling. You can walk through a crowded market, enter a small neighborhood store, ride public transportation, or visit a province that has just experienced a difficult situation, and somehow,…
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Buying a Condo in the Philippines as a Foreigner: Complete 2026 Guide
Read more: Buying a Condo in the Philippines as a Foreigner: Complete 2026 GuideBuying a condo in the Philippines is one of the most practical ways for a foreigner to own residential property in the country. Unlike land, which foreigners generally cannot own…
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Renting a Condo in Manila: A Practical Guide for Foreigners in 2026
Read more: Renting a Condo in Manila: A Practical Guide for Foreigners in 2026Renting a condominium is one of the most practical ways for foreigners to live in Metro Manila. The process is generally straightforward, but the quality of your experience depends heavily…
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Business Tax Registration in the Philippines: BIR Guide for Corporations 2026
Read more: Business Tax Registration in the Philippines: BIR Guide for Corporations 2026Registering a corporation with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is only one part of establishing a business in the Philippines. Once the company has been incorporated, it must also…
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One Person Corporation vs Regular Corporation in the Philippines: Which Is Better for a Foreign Investor?
Read more: One Person Corporation vs Regular Corporation in the Philippines: Which Is Better for a Foreign Investor?A One Person Corporation allows a single investor to establish a Philippine corporation without additional shareholders. This guide compares an OPC with a regular corporation, including foreign ownership, control, liability,…
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Mud Crab Fattening and Export Business in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for Foreign Investors
Read more: Mud Crab Fattening and Export Business in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for Foreign InvestorsCan a foreign investor build a profitable mud crab export business in the Philippines? This guide examines a 4,000-box RAS facility, crab fattening and conditioning, Bicol sourcing, export grading, setup…
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Things to Do in Manila in 2026: Where to Stay, What to See, Where to Eat, and Easy Trips Nearby
Read more: Things to Do in Manila in 2026: Where to Stay, What to See, Where to Eat, and Easy Trips NearbyManila can be confusing for a first-time visitor, but there are far more things to do in Manila than many travelers expect. Historic Intramuros, Binondo Chinatown, modern Makati and BGC,…
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