Foundation Gives Hope for Communities in South Luzon

South Luzon is home to various IP groups and communities. Much of its landcape has been continuously hit by natural disasters and their lives have been heavily affected. The folks from DigiP|us, through their social arm Bing0P|us Foundation knew they needed not just material help, but livelihood that could be sustainable. Bicol region always has been in the typhoon's path and recovery after takes time.

Folks from the foundation took time and visited these communities in Manalansay in Oriental Mindoro to get them units of solar lights and solar powered generators so farmers from local organizations would be able to have power in these far flung areas. These are used to light up their homes, power houses that produce handicrafts that provide livelihood for these IP's for years now. Their kids also need it to study, have education and provide power for their phones and communicate with others if needed.

Mothers like Ms. Gayot who want to teach their kids and study at home didn't have these lights in order to help with their studies. This is the first time they've had an opportunity to receive needed resources like these, in over 20 years that they lived there.

In the Bicol region, the foundation provided financial assistance to several affected families of Typhoon Christine, even those in Cam Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Catanduanes group of islands and Masbate. They have pledged over 37 Million Pesos for it since November 2024. They did it with the help of government agencies such as DSWD in Region 5 and has benefited 74 families in these areas. Over 250K of it will go to house repairs and help affected children in need of education, those orphaned too. This certainly gives hope to those who live in these communities, and this foundation is just starting.

Huge Changes at Tagaytay Highlands: A Different Vision

Tagaytay Highlands hold a special part in my heart because of the multitude of things that I've done with family there over the years. Back then, it was quite exclusive, privately accessible, with the country's who's who owning a plot or two.

This has CHANGED over the decade, utilizing every morsel of real estate in the area means development of properties, and the magic of living in several townships this 2024. This time, they put value in transforming communities. With focus on modern community living, each residence are well planned, managed, brought to this decade by establishing mixed use properties without taking the charm and exclusivity of it.

Now it's got the Highlands, the Midlands, Midlands West, Greenlands and perhaps more soon. This place was built on a VISION, one that has been delicately designed before things move inside the estate. From usual country home residences, it now has integrated structures that can also be used for leisure, recreation, commercial use, while maintaining vibrant and sustainable in all areas.

This is one of the reasons why it's thriving, not letting new conveniences take away what's already good and existing in the property. Adding only the things that can harmoniously blend with the needs and wants of people living here. By far, it is still one of the most sought after properties in the country. It's paradise, especially for those who want to live in the high areas. It's like having a piece of a cold mountain elsewhere in the world, but living in a tropical country, and people you love.

The place still has open spaces, where a huge part gets dedicated for it. Parts of it also see the world famous Taal Lake/Volcano, while others are for the running mountains too. This spans around 1500 hectares, where you can also enjoy outdoor activities. There are tons of flora and fauna, plus see birds in a sanctuary. This is proof that it can be done, the combination of facilities you need, but with all the things you love with nature.  

This place is managed by Highlands Prime, Inc., a subsidiary of real estate giant SM Prime Holdings. It's just one of the ton of world class properties they do on a weekend (I kid). Heard they're also raring to do a few more projects in the pipeline like Highlands Residences, Trealva, Primrose Parks, Horizon Terraces Garden Villas Scottsdale, and more soon. If this looks appealing, take a bit of your time and message them at facebook.com/Tagaytayhighlands so you can stop dreaming, and start doing. Else, you may visit tagaytayhighlands.com and get the answers you need.

BRIA Eagerly Opens Employment Opportunities in PH 4th Quarter

Times were certainly tough for the real estate industry in the last two/three years - and BRIA Homes was not spared. They turned to innovation, and used digital channels to spur sales during a time where face to face business was impossible, their resilience showed amidst economic challenges. Now that restrictions ease and we're in recovery, interest in their recently built residential developments have increased especially those that are located in prime cities, where work, recreation, essentials are easily available especially for those who are just starting families or making investments including OFW's. The potentials are endless.

BRIA communities are planned well. Those who live in them enjoy multipurpose halls for events and special occasions, they also have covered basketball courts, and walkpaths so you can enjoy the lifestyle without stepping outside the neighborhood. They also made sure homeowners have green spaces for physical activities so as you don't just simmer at couches inside BRIA communities.

In the last few months of 2022, they are gearing up to employ a lot of sales professionals in the eve of market normalcy. Seeing a huge growth in the market, BRIA is eager to hire more people especially those who have prior experience, or those who are interested in real estate. This is your chance to become part of the top real estate developer in the country. You can start applying here www.bria.com.ph/sellers-corner. They also have other positions available, if you want to be a part of that instead, visit their site www.bria.com.ph/careers. If you want updates about their job listings, follow BRIA's social media channels by searching Bria Homes Inc. on FB, YT, Twitter, IG and Viber. Working together can make you stronger, if you have what it takes, don't hesitate to try out for the posts.

If you're interested in owning a BRIA home, visit www.bria.com and try the 360 degree tour. You can also reserve one via https://www.bria.com.ph/online-reservation/ or ask through their social media channels and an agent would get in touch and make arrangements. This is great news for those who would want a home or want to start a career.

Unionbank Declared Best Company To Work For in Asia

I've been banking with Union Bank for quite a while now. It's been around 13 years if I'm not mistaken and it's been very smooth, very affordable too since most of my online transactions happen with this bank. They were just recognized as THE BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR in ASIA and had us celebrate with them this evening. (Yes I'm live blogging!).

I like the different booths they have here, pretty much describing their plans for the year. They will also launch a couple of technologies including kiosks that they'll be using with their services, I find that very interesting since they are just in the planning stages. Aside from that, their employees are somewhat involved in charity work. They call this UNIONBANK GOBEYOND and they've helped a lot of people with their GOBEYOND Communities program launched in 2014. Now this isn't funded by the bank, as it is a volunteer program organized and driven by their employees with key programs that want to act on the Environment, Education, Employment & Livelihood, and Inclusion. Isn't that nice? Thanks to the awesome lady who explained things to me earlier, she was really passionately telling me about their cause. They also help kids, their communities too. Their employees also decide on who to help so that is somehow groundbreakingly unique. I guess it's nice to know that banks and their management are not just cold hearted people behind the counter. Apparently in this case, they really care.

Aside from that, they've got a new tie up with GetGo which is a new credit card that actually earns points each time you use it. Pretty nice for those flying regulary on Cebu Pacific flights and shop a lot. It'll be a good thing to have while purchasing gifts and airline tickets especially when they're on sale. The perks are just hard to resist, so you know what to do! 

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Today is World Habitat Day!

Trooped down Bistekville 1 in Payatas, Quezon City with Habitat for Humanity Online Champions and the Habitat for Humanity people so we could lend a hand fixing up houses for the beneficiaries of Barangay Silangan in Quezon City. It was a morning to afternoon affair but the weather was very kind to us, and the project was on its way to be done by some of Manila's awesomest (if there's such a word) digital influencers. 

Today is a day of action. October 6 is the WORLD HABITAT DAY where people dedicate themselves again for the cause, because they believe that everybody deserves a decent place to live in. They also believe that getting adequate housing will bring profound changes to the lives of individuals and communities. It's also true that if these people have a decent place to live in they would also be able to break the cycle of poverty, promote better health and school performance, create wealth and savings, and increase safety and stability. Imagine how much lives you can save just by giving them decent shelter, they would be productive members of the community together with their families. Isn't that enough reason to volunteer with Habitat For Humanity Philippines?

  During the build, good looking endorser Chris Tiu also prepared a basketball clinic together with the his crew so the kids of the community get involved in worthwhile activities even at a young age. I've seen quite a number of them thinking to be basketball players already because they get inspired playing ball this early. He did some shooting, dribbling and passing exercises which will be beneficial in teaching them the scientific way of playing ball.

We also visited a couple of houses and their beneficiaries to take a look at how their lives have improved after getting their own house from Habitat For Humanity Philippines and their projects. They also teach each one of them something that would be able to make them earn a living even when they're inside the community. Indeed, they are thriving.

If you haven't been a volunteer yet, this is the right time to do it. Please visit http://www.habitat.org.ph to know more about the ways you can help. A large part of your donation will go to the materials in building houses for our less fortunate countrymen who are in dire need of our help. You can also call them directly if you want to volunteer, they'll schedule you and provide materials for the build much like how we did it. It's not impossible, you can help!

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Ted Murphy on Twitter

I've seen Ted Murphy a couple of times in the pages of his corporate websites and IZEA. I was asking my self also if he would actually have the finances of getting me into the US so I could ride with other web masters to the Manta Ray Ride he was bragging about on his site. I would probably enjoy that you know!

As popular as my site seems its still not as significant as what Ted's followers could hope for. I don't really have that much groupies that I could have wanted in a snap. Aside from that, I kinda shy away from things that would be detrimental to both my online and real life persona. You know how it works in cyberspace.

In the efforts of getting more people acquainted in the community, Ted Murphy just launched his profile on TWITTER and is urging everyone to go on the site, ask questions and get the answers you need. I hope some way, some day, I get to see him too. To see celebrities and CEO's of major corporations and have them answer one liners for you assures that they stay human. Its ted on twitter so don't forget that!