Over the past decade, the Bay Area of Pasay City has blossomed into the exciting Entertainment City. Bay Area offers plenty of ways to entertain. Whether you are looking to enjoy yourself, family or friends, the Bay Area has it and more. Here is a quick list of 10 fun things to do in Bay Area.

Picnic at the Igarden

Devote a wholesome fun afternoon in the park for the whole family at the gardens of Six Senses Residences. Play Frisbee with your dog or teach your kids how to fly a kite, and then enjoy a picnic lunch – there are many ways to Sunday at the lush iGarden.

Location: Six Senses Residences, Metro Bank Ave, Pasay, Metro Manila

Walk Your Dog at Metro Park

With its wide green grass field and pet-friendly policies, the Metro Park is one of the best places to bring our furry friends for a romp in the park. Blue Bay Walk in Metro Park is also one of the few malls that hosts various pet events and allows them inside the shopping mall.

Location: Metro Bank Ave, Pasay, Metro Manila
Mall Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11:00AM-10:00PM, Friday to Saturday 11:00AM-11:00PM

Watch the Sun Set at Manila Bay

In contrast with the hustle and bustle of the metropolis, the quiet beauty of setting sun at Manila Bay presents a soothing sight to the denizens. Stroll along the Baywalk of Roxas Boulevard for the best view of the world famous sunset.

Location: Baywalk, Roxas Boulevard, Metro Manila

Shop And Dine At Blue Bay Walk

With quaint shopping galleries and a wide grass field, Blue Bay Walk is very different from other malls in Metro Manila. Blue Bay Walk is a lifestyle hub where you can find a fusion of authenticity, relaxation, and indulgence. Pamper yourself with the latest fashion trends or delectable meals without the worries of overcrowding.

Location: Macapagal Boulevard corner EDSA Extension, Pasay
Mall Hours: Sunday to Thursday 11:00AM-10:00PM, Friday to Saturday 11:00AM-11:00PM

Test Drive a Car at Toyota Manila Bay

Car enthusiasts should not miss visiting the Toyota Manila Bay. One of the largest car dealership in the country, Toyota Manila Bay’s showroom exhibits bestselling passenger cars, commercial vehicles, rugged 4x4s, environmental-friendly hybrids and performance racing car, GT 86.

Location: Roxas Boulevard corner EDSA Extension, Pasay
Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:00AM-7:00PM, Sunday 9:00AM-5:30PM

Say a Prayer at Baclaran Church

When in need of divine guidance or spiritual solace, try visiting the Baclaran Church. The Baclaran Church or the National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help is the biggest shrine in the world dedicated to Our Mother of Perpetual Help. Devotion to Our Mother of Perpetual Help is popular amongst Filipino Catholics, with devotees flocking to the Church every Wednesday. Thus, Wednesdays are popularly called “Baclaran day” in Manila.

Location: Redemptorist Road cor Roxas Boulevard Service Road, Baclaran, Parañaque

Learn the Latest Trends at World Trade Center Metro Manila

A member of the World Trade Centers Association of New York, World Trade Center Metro Manila is the preferred venue for international and professional events such as the APEC Summit 1996 and 2016. Most of the trade shows and exhibits are open to the public. Check their calendar of events to see if an event catches your fancy.

Location: Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue cor Macapagal Boulevard, Pasay
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Health is Wealth at San Juan De Dios Hospital

Founded in 1578, San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation, Inc. Hospital is the oldest hospital in the Philippines. It is also Asia’s first hospital certified in OHSAS and first Philippine Hospital certified in Environment Management System and with Triple ISO Certification. So if you are looking for a new health care provider, why not consider a tested and proven hospital?

Location: 2772 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay
Clinic Hours: Tuesday to Friday 9:00AM-8:00PM

Host Your Event at Le Parc and Le Pavilion

From weddings to debuts, product launches and corporate events, fashion show to bargain hunting, events halls Le Parc and Le Pavillon at Metro Park are here for you. Picture a grand affair and you can do it in the grand hall where only your imagination sets the limit.

Location: Le Parc: EDSA, Pasay; Le Pavillon: Metro Bank Avenue, Pasay

Bump Cars at Star City

Unleash your inner child and enjoy the rides and attractions in Star City. With more than 30 different rides and attractions including the largest Ferris wheel in the country, Star City is a thrilling paradise to both kids and kids at hearts seeking adventures.

Location: Sotto Street, CCP Complex, Pasay
Fee/Admission Pass: Php80.00, Ride All You Can Pass: Php490.00
Hours: Monday to Thursday 4:00PM-11:00PM, Friday to Sunday 2:00PM-11:00PM

Want to be in the middle of these hotspots? Palm Beach West Residences – Baler Tower is opening pre-selling condo units for sale. Located within the sprawling Metro Park, between the two most traveled boulevards, Roxas and Macapagal, in Pasay City, Palm Beach West provides your family a safe and secure home, with resort-theme atmosphere and lifestyle amenities for the enjoyment of the family and a neighborhood bustling with life and excitement of Entertainment City.

With Federal Land, owning your first condominium residence is easy. Just contact our representatives, provide a Philippine government-issued ID (with your Tax Identification Number), fill up the required forms, pay the reservation fee and voila! The unit is booked under your name. You are now ready to start a home loan application through in-house or bank financing.

Federal Land Inc., also offers condominium units for sale in Makati; BGC (Fort), Taguig; Binondo and Paco, Manila; Entertainment City, Pasay; Greenhills, San Juan; Quezon City; Marikina; Cebu as well as in General Trias, Cavite. For lease to own plan details or pre-selling reservations, email us at digital.mktg@federalland.ph.

Investing in real estate in the long term is an excellent addition to one’s investment portfolio. Purchasing a property is both low-maintenance and high-return investment. A condominium property can be rented out and provide a passive monthly income to the investor. In a few years’ time, it can then be resold to maximize the market value of the property.

With the construction boom in the country, real estate investment is not for the bourgeoisie only. Any Filipino with enough savings can afford the opportunity to invest in real estate.

So instead of letting your hard-earned money sit idle in a bank account, why not try your hand at real estate investment. Here are some guidelines to help you acquire property for investment without a hitch.

Find a Bank

Buying a property is a huge financial move. So the first step in investing is to make sure you have enough capital to complete the transaction. If you prefer to pay cash upfront, prepare enough to cover the total contract price, documentary stamps tax, transfer tax, registration fee, and notarial fees.

If you are going the route of the mortgage or housing loan, it is important to know how much a bank can lend you. You can go check online for a home loan calculator of reputable banks like Metrobank and PSBank to know. The computation is based on the loan amount, loan term in years, interest, and your gross monthly income. Though the online loan calculator result is not legally binding, it is important to understand how much you can loan from the bank. This will guide your search for the property suited to your budget.

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Establish the specifics

Determine how the prospective property will be used. Then you can decide the type and location most suitable for your plans. Will you rent it to students, office workers, or tourists? Establishing the specifics will also help you consider the renovations and furnishings you will be willing to spend on the property you are eyeing.

For instance, you have decided to cater to office workers. You will then look to invest in condominiums for sale near Makati, BGC and Pasay business districts. Consider taking advantage of pre-selling rates of Palm Beach West- Baler Tower located within the Entertainment City in Pasay to cash in on the growing rental market of offshore gaming firms.

Call a friend

With the current construction boom in the country, there are many available properties to choose from. To avoid choice paralysis, talk to a trustworthy broker. Property acquisition can be a daunting task, especially for first timers, so real estate agent is your friend. Asking assistance from a reliable property broker will make your purchasing transaction a whole lot easier instead of directly dealing with the seller or the developer.

Also, ask friends who are already in the real estate investment game to recommend a reliable developer with a solid track record like Federal Land.

Prepare the Papers

Acquiring a property requires proper documentation to assure the legality of property ownership. Ensure that you have the necessary paperwork in order such as:

• Fully accomplished Reservation Application Form
• Fully accomplished Buyers Information Sheet
• Government-issued ID (bearing the client’s picture and signature)
• Passport
• Duly filled-up BIR Form 1904/1903
• Community Tax Certificate
• Latest Proof of Billing
• Latest Income Tax Return
• Withholding Tax Remittance
• Certificate of Employment with Compensation
• Two Years Bank and/or Financial Statements

Request for the full list of requirements from the seller or developer and comply accordingly to avoid the hassle of returning to the office or incurring penalties.

Write that check

Depending on your financial capacity, there are various payment plans available such as in-house financing and bank financing. Request a sample computation and determine which among payment plans is the most practical for you. Carefully consider the pros and cons of each plan before deciding.

If you choose to pay in installments through in-house financing, know that a complete set of post-dated checks is a requirement for monthly amortization or down payment. In case you do not have a checking account yet, set up one. Just make sure to fund it sufficiently for the monthly amortizations.

It is also important to make sure that the Transfer Certificate of Title, Deed of Sale, Contract of Sale and other relevant documents on the property are filed on the Register of Deeds.

Inspect the unit

Before taking the keys, make sure that you and other family members inspect the unit before the turnover of the property. Check for the condition of the load-bearing walls, floors, water pipes and electrical provision among others. Best if you can bring an experienced inspector to ensure nothing is amiss before the turnover.

Wait for the Cash to Flow

There are two basic ways to make money out of real estate: reselling and renting. Because of the rapid developments within the country, properties go up in resell value anywhere between 10 to 100 percent every year because of appreciation. Rental properties, especially near business hubs and university belt, also enjoy good yield as the demand for nearby dormitories is constant.

However, understand that buying low and selling high is not as easy as it sounds. A property in a good location always fetches a good price, but buyers and renters may not always be present. Hence, you should be ready to wait for some time.

Acquiring a property and starting a real estate investment may sound overwhelming. But what is a couple of months stress for an asset that will make you money for years? My answer: the ticket to financial freedom.

With Federal Land, investing in a condominium is easy. Contact a representative to inform us of your intent to buy, provide a Philippine government-issued ID (with your Tax Identification Number), fill up the required forms, pay the reservation fee and voila! The unit is yours. And we are ready to start your home loan application through in-house or bank financing.
Federal Land Inc. offers condominium units for sale in Makati; BGC (Fort), Taguig; Binondo and Paco, Manila; Entertainment City, Pasay; Greenhills, San Juan; Quezon City; Marikina; Cebu as well as in General Trias, Cavite. For lease to own plan details or pre-selling reservations, email us at digital.mktg@federalland.ph.