Condotel Boom: Tagaytay Clifton Resort Suites bilang susunod na smart investment para sa ating mga OFW

ni Chit Luna @Business News | December 10, 2025

Kasabay ng pag usbong ng Condotel trend next level ngayon ang real estate market ng Tagaytay, at nangunguna nga sa new wave ng leisure-investment ang Tagaytay Clifton Resort Suites (TCRS) ng CitiGlobal Realty and Development, Inc. Sa isinagawang Grand Sales Launch nitong December 06, 2025, binigyang-diin ni Ms. Elizabeth To, CEO ng CitiGlobal, na ang TCRS ang “susunod na smart move lalo na para sa ating mga OFW na naghahanap ng matatag at pangmatagalang investment.” Sa patuloy na paglakas ng turismo at lumalawak na pangangailangan para sa passive income, nagiging mas kaakit-akit ang condotel model para sa maraming Pilipino, lalo na sa mga nagtatrabaho sa abroad.

Ayon kay Ms. To, mabilis ang pagtaas ng demand para sa resort-style living na malapit sa Metro Manila, kaya’t ang TCRS ay dinisenyo upang dalhin ang vacation ambiance sa mismong tahanan. “Bakit ka pa lalayo kung puwede mo namang maranasan ang resort experience araw-araw, sa mismong tahanan mo?” aniya. Ang bagong masterplan ng TCRS—mas malalawak na open spaces, upgraded amenities, at greener environments—ay nakahanay sa lumalaking lifestyle trend kung saan ang wellness at nature-inspired living ang hinahanap ng mga investors.

Para sa mga OFW, mahalaga ang investment na may balik na kita at pangmatagalang seguridad. Ito ang ginagarantiyahan ng TCRS sa pamamagitan ng managed hotel operations, na nagbibigay-daan sa unit owners na kumita ng passive income nang hindi nila kailangang hawakan ang operasyon. “Ang real estate ay hindi lang asset — ito ay kinabukasan na puwedeng ipamana,” dagdag pa ni Ms. To, na nagpapatibay sa misyon ng CitiGlobal na tulungan ang bawat Pilipino na makapagpundar ng generational wealth at matatag na financial future.

Hindi lamang investors ang nakikinabang sa proyekto. Itinampok din sa media launch ang malaking ambag ng TCRS sa job creation sa Alfonso at mga karatig-bayan nito. Sa pagsasakatuparan ng proyekto, inaasahang magbubukas ang daan-daang trabaho mula sa construction phase hanggang sa hospitality and hotel operations. Ani Ms. To, “Layunin naming bumuo ng mga proyektong nag-aangat ng komunidad at nagbibigay ng oportunidad sa mga pamilyang Pilipino.” Ang condotel model ay hindi lamang para sa kita ng owners—isa rin itong hakbang tungo sa pag-unlad ng lokal na ekonomiya.

Sa kabila ng mga matitinding pagsubok—kabilang ang pandemya at ang pagpanaw ng founder ng CitiGlobal—nagpatuloy ang kumpanya na may mas malakas na pananalig at direksiyon. Ayon kay Ms. To, “Hindi kami nanghina. Hindi namin iniwan ang aming investors. Ang proyektong ito ay isang legacy — itinayo sa pananampalataya, pagpupursige, at layunin.” Inilahad niyang ang biyaya at gabay ng Diyos ang naging pundasyon ng kanilang pag-angat. Sa kanilang muling pagbangon, mas malinaw umano ang misyon: magtayo ng developments na may integridad, kahusayan, at layuning makapagbigay ng tunay na halaga sa mga Pilipino.

Matatagpuan sa Alfonso, Cavite ang TCRS—isang mataas, malamig, at tahimik na bahagi ng Metro Tagaytay na malapit sa city center ngunit malayo sa congestion. Kasabay ng mabilis na infrastructure-driven growth tulad ng CALAX at bagong Tagaytay bypass routes, lalo pang tumataas ang land value at tourism flow sa rehiyon. Dahil dito, nakaposisyon ang TCRS bilang top-choice ng modern investors dahil sa Strong Value Growth, Effortless Returns, at Wellness by Design—tatlong haliging nagpapatunay kung bakit ito ang smart investment ng panahon.

At sa harap ng lumalaking property opportunities sa Metro Tagaytay, nananatiling tanong ng marami—lalo na ng ating mga OFW: Ano ang susunod mong smart move? Para sa maraming investor, malinaw ang sagot: siguraduhin ang iyong investment habang bukas pa ang oportunidad. Sa pinagsanib na resort-style living, passive income potential, at lokasyong may mataas na growth trajectory, ang Tagaytay Clifton Resort Suites ay hindi lamang property purchase—isa itong strategic move tungo sa mas matatag at mas maaliwalas na kinabukasan para sa ating mga kababayang naghahanap ng matatag na oportunidad at siguradong pagkakakitaan.

Pag-IBIG Fund wins GCG Best Sustainability Initiatives Award

by Info @Brand Zone | December 6, 2025

Pag-IBIG Fund received the Best Sustainability Initiatives Award at the 2025 Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) Awards Ceremony held Monday, Dec. 1, in Parañaque City.

The award recognizes the agency’s efforts to integrate sustainability values and responsible practices across its programs, services, and internal operations.

Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary and Pag-IBIG Fund Board Chairperson Jose Ramon P. Aliling said the recognition highlights Pag-IBIG Fund’s dedication to responsible governance and meaningful public service.

“We are truly grateful for this honor from the GCG. Receiving this award affirms our commitment to embedding sustainability in every aspect of our work,” Aliling said. “It reflects the progress we have made from the way we manage our resources, to how we serve our members, and to how we support the country’s development goals under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. We are proud to contribute to a governance environment that upholds accountability, operational efficiency, and sustainable nation building.”

Pag-IBIG Fund has strengthened its sustainability measures in recent years, particularly by expanding access to affordable and resilient housing through responsible lending and the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (Expanded 4PH) Program. The agency has also accelerated digital transformation initiatives to reduce paper use, lessen branch foot traffic, and improve service efficiency.

Supporting greener housing options, Pag-IBIG Fund also allows members to avail of housing loans for the purchase or installation of solar panels, either as part of home improvement or as a built-in feature of newly acquired units. This enables members to invest in clean and cost-efficient energy solutions. The agency also provides additional appraisal consideration for housing projects of its accredited developers that incorporate green or energy-saving features.

Pag-IBIG Fund Chief Executive Officer Marilene C. Acosta said the award reinforces the agency’s mission to deliver programs that are sustainable, impactful, and responsive to the needs of Filipino workers.

“We will continue to champion sustainability as we help Filipino workers build a better future through meaningful savings and affordable home financing,” Acosta said. “We are deeply grateful to the GCG for this honor because it strengthens our resolve to serve with greater purpose. This recognition further inspires us to remain steadfast in fulfilling our mandates with service excellence, integrity, and sustainability. As Lingkod Pag-IBIG, helping our members achieve better and more dignified lives is not just our duty - it is our way of life,” Acosta said.

The award comes at a meaningful time as Pag-IBIG Fund marks its 45th anniversary on Dec. 14, celebrated under the theme “Isang Pag-IBIG: Susi sa Bagong Bukas.” Founded in 1980, the agency continues its enduring mission to help members secure their future through affordable home financing, accessible savings programs, and services that support their journey toward better lives. (END)

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The Ultimate Cheesy 8 Pizza is Pizza Hut’s cheesiest creation yet

by Info @Brand Zone | December 2, 2025

Made with 8 cheeses, this festive number is bound to be the centerpiece of any celebration

When it comes to the Filipino holiday spread, no other ingredient is as joyful and indulgent as cheese. Commonly found in many of today's yuletide staples, from spaghetti and macaroni salad to bibingka and puto bumbong, this symbol of festivity can brighten up any dish, making every celebration feel complete. 

This year, Pizza Hut is adding more fun and flavor to the festivities with a new creation that captures the comfort of tradition while offering a fresh twist for the holidays—the new Ultimate Cheesy 8 Pizza, available for a limited time only! Unwrap the season's cheesiest gift yet with eight premium cheeses sourced from around the world: mozzarella from the US and New Zealand; parmesan from New Zealand; cheddar and cheese fondue from the US; Gouda, feta, and cream cheese from Denmark; and queso de bola from the Philippines. It also comes with a hot honey dip, for an experience that feels both familiar and exciting! 

The Ultimate Cheesy 8 Pizza starts at P589 and is available in all your favorite crusts (Pan, Mega Crunch, Stuffed Crust or Ultimate Cheesy Bites)!  

To help you share the holiday cheer, Pizza Hut has also cooked up two irresistible combos featuring the new Ultimate Cheesy 8 Pizza, starting with the Ultimate Cheesy Feast for 4 (P1,699)! It comes with 1 Large Ultimate Cheesy 8 Stuffed Crust Pizza, 1 Family Pasta (Choice of Bolognese or Carbonara), 6 pieces of Wingstreet wings (choice of any flavor), and 1 Pepsi Pitcher (dine-in) or Pepsi 1.5L (take-out and delivery). 

For a bigger feast, there’s the Ultimate Cheesy Feast for 6-8 (P2,899), which comes with 1 Large Ultimate Cheesy 8 Stuffed Crust Pizza, 1 Large Pepperoni and mushroom Panalo Pan Pizza, 1 Large Pasta (choice of Bolognese or Carbonara), 12-piece Wingstreet sampler, and 2 Pepsi Pitchers (dine-in) or 2 Pepsi 1.5L (take-out and delivery). 

Enjoy this holiday offer together with your other favorites from Pizza Hut by visiting your nearest store for dine-in and take-out orders. You can also order for delivery by calling the (02) 8911-1111 hotline, logging on to www.pizzahut.com, with a few taps via the Pizza Hut mobile app, available for Android and iOS devices; or through Pizza Hut’s official delivery partners GrabFood and foodpanda (prices may vary)!

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