Laws, Taxes & LegalSecure Land Ownership in the Philippines: A Guide
This guide explains how to safely buy or inherit real property in the Philippines by relying on official land titles (TCT/CCT) rather than tax declarations. It shows how to verify a clean title via a Certified True Copy and a review of encumbrances, clarifies foreign ownership limits and lawful alternatives, and outlines the key steps and taxes for title transfers. It also covers inheritance-specific requirements, such as executing an Extrajudicial Settlement of Estate and paying estate tax within one year. A practical checklist and Q&A reinforce the essential checks to protect your investment.

