Real Estate Broker in Bicol: MCGEO Realty

20/08/2026

Hindi itinuring ng na “advertisement” sa ilalim ng PD No. 957 o 𝘚𝘶𝘣𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘉𝘶𝘺𝘦𝘳𝘴’ 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘦 na parte ng mga “warranty” ng developer ang pangako ng ahente na mag-iisyu ng 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘭 matapos mabayaran ang 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘦𝘦 ngunit inatasan pa rin nito ang 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳 na ibalik sa nakabili ang binayad matapos hindi tuparin ng ahente ang nasabing pangako.

Sa Desisyong isinulat ni Associate Justice Maria Filomena D. Singh, inatasan ng Ikatlong Dibisyon ng ng Korte Suprema ang Empire East Land Holdings, Inc. (Empire East) na isauli ang mga ibinayad ni John Edrem Bautista (Bautista) matapos itong mabigong mag-isyu ng ipinangakong 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘭 .

Nagbayad si Bautista ng PHP 130,000 para sa isang 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵 sa Empire East na binubuo ng PHP 20,000 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘦𝘦 at PHP 110,000 na karagdagang bayad. Ayon kay Bautista, nagbayad siya dahil nangako ang ahente ng Empire East na mag-iisyu ng 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘭 kapag nabayaran na niya ang 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘦𝘦. Nang lumipas ang mahigit isang taon at hindi pa rin naibigay ang kontrata, itinigil ni Bautista ang pagbabayad at hiniling ang pagsasauli ng kanyang mga ibinayad.

Sumang-ayon ang Korte Suprema sa naging desisyon ng Human Settlements Adjudication Commission (HSAC) at Court of Appeals na pabor kay Bautista. Pinagtibay ng Korte Suprema na karapat-dapat makatanggap si Bautista ng refund, pero nilinaw din nito na hindi saklaw ng Seksyon 19 ng PD 957 ang pangako ng ahente.

Ipinaliwanag ng Korte Suprema na ang Seksyon 19, na nag-aatas na maging totoo at hindi mapanlinlang ang mga 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 at 𝘴𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭, ay nalalapat lamang sa mga materyal na inilaan para sa pangkalahatang publiko, gaya ng mga inilalathala sa mga pahayagan o ipinapalabas sa radyo, telebisyon, at iba pang katulad na paraan ng 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. Hindi nito saklaw ang mga pangakong ginagawa ng ahente sa mga indibidwal na mamimili.

Binigyang-diin ng Korte Suprema na nananatiling protektado ang mga mamimili dahil maaari pa ring managot ang mga 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳 sa ilalim ng kanilang mga obligasyong kontraktuwal at iba pang naaangkop na batas.

Inatasan nito ang Empire East na isauli kay Bautista ang PHP 130,000, na may interes na 6% kada taon mula nang ihain ang reklamo noong 2012, at magbayad ng PHP 260,000 bilang 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘥𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 o danyos na iginagawad ng mga hukuman para pigilan ang maling pagkilos at magsilbing babala laban sa mga katulad na gawain.

Basahin ang 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 sa https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=171359.

Basahin ang Desisyon sa https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/272556-1.pdf.

Sumunod sa 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘈𝘵𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺 ng SC PIO: https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/credit-attribution-policy/.

08/03/2026

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NBI BUSTS ILLEGAL REAL ESTATE SELLING SCHEME IN KORONADAL CITY

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), through its Central Mindanao Regional Office (CEMRO), arrested a real estate personnel during an entrapment operation conducted on 5 March 2026 in Koronadal City, South Cotabato, for the unauthorized sale of a subdivision lot.

The operation stemmed from a complaint filed by Sahar Carumba Kaddoura, who alleged that portions of a parcel of land located at Purok Everlasting, Barangay New Pangasinan, Koronadal City, covered by TCT No. 145-2022004615, were being marketed and sold without the authority of the legitimate heirs of the registered owner, Teodorico Paraico.

Investigation revealed that the property was being offered for sale using a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) purportedly executed by Paraico in 2022. However, records show that the registered owner died in 1979, casting serious doubt on the authenticity of the document used in the transaction.

Further verification with the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) showed that the individual involved was not a licensed real estate practitioner, in violation of Republic Act No. 9646 (Real Estate Service Act). The property was likewise being marketed through P&N Real Estate Services without the required authority from the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), in violation of Presidential Decree No. 957.

Prior to the operation, NBI agents conducted test-buy operations, confirming that the office was actively offering subdivision lots for sale.

At around 10:00 AM on 5 March 2026, NBI operatives proceeded to the office of P&N Real Estate Services in Koronadal City. Upon the pre-arranged signal, agents entered the premises and caught Lilah May Villaruel y Tayo in the act of counting the marked money used as down payment for the purchase of a subdivision lot.

The suspect was informed of the reason for her arrest and apprised of her constitutional rights.

She now faces charges for violations of:

• Republic Act No. 9646 (Real Estate Service Act)
• Presidential Decree No. 957
• Article 315 (2) of the Revised Penal Code (Estafa)

The suspect was brought to the NBI Central Mindanao Regional Office in Koronadal City for documentation and booking. The subject has already been inquested before the Office of the City Prosecutor of Koronadal City.

NBI Director Atty. Melvin Matibag emphasized the Bureau’s commitment to protecting the public from fraudulent real estate transactions.

“We urge the public to exercise due diligence when purchasing real estate properties. Always verify the legitimacy of brokers, agents, and supporting documents through the proper government agencies before entering into any transaction. The NBI will continue to pursue individuals who engage in fraudulent schemes that victimize unsuspecting property buyers,” the NBI Director said.

12/12/2025

Lot for Sale
Area: 2,000 sqm.
Titled and with approved survey plan
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07/12/2025

Real Estate Broker in Bicol: MCGEO Realty attended the Ground Breaking of Two-Storey Residential Building at Bagumbayan Street, Baranghawon, Tabaco City🪏👷🏻‍♂️🙏🏻☝🏻

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03/12/2025

For Sale: Fully Furnished House & Lot!

Move in without the hassle—this charming home features 2 bedrooms, a welcoming living & kitchen area, solar power, and quality furnishings. Located in a peaceful, well-secured community. Inquire now for viewing!
✨ Property Highlights
✅ 2 bedrooms
✅ Living Room & Kitchen
✅ Solar Powered
✅ Includes bedroom furniture, inverter aircon unit & dining set
✅ Located in a peaceful community. 24-hours security on-duty.
✅ Price: Php 2,200,000.00. The seller will shoulder the capital gains tax (CGT).
📍 Location Advantage
📌 5-10 minutes drive from Albay Cathedral
📌 near Highlands Park

📞 For viewing & inquiries:
0952-483-3770 or send us a direct message.
👨‍💼 Michael T. Cobilla, REB, REA
REBL # 0036166, January 2028
REAL # 0012721, January 2028
DHSUD # BR-B-08/25-268, 12-31-2025