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Protecting Buyers' Rescission Rights in Philippine Condominium Purchases
Learn how Philippine law protects condominium buyers' right to rescind purchases and recover payments under RA 9646 and Civil Code provisions.
Rescission and Refund Rights in Real Estate Sales: What PD 957 Buyers Should Know
Learn how PD 957 protects condominium buyers with refund rights, and which court hears criminal cases for violations.
Delayed Delivery and Rescission Rights in Pre-Selling Condominium Contracts
The Supreme Court held that a developer's failure to deliver a pre-selling condominium unit on time entitles the buyer to a refund of payments with interest.
Condominium Rights: Exclusive Use vs Unrestricted Construction on Common Areas
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that exclusive use of a condominium limited common area does not permit unrestricted construction or leasing to third persons.
Condominium Ownership for Foreign Nationals: Property Rights Under the Condominium Act
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that foreigners may own condominium units under RA 4726, separating land ownership from unit ownership.
Financial Crisis as Fortuitous Event: Real Estate Contract Obligations in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on whether the 1997 Asian financial crisis excuses a developer's failure to deliver condominium units.
When Contractual Disputes Must Go to Arbitration and Courts, Not the HLURB
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when condominium disputes belong to arbitration or courts, not the HLURB, in Frabelle Fishing Corp. ruling.
Condominium Assessments: Lien Enforcement and Priority in the Philippines
Learn how condominium assessment liens work in the Philippines, including registration requirements, priority rules, and enforcement limits under the Condominium Act.
Court of Appeals Cannot Stop a Writ of Possession Through a Standalone Injunction Petition
A buyer who fully paid for foreclosed condominium units cannot ask the Court of Appeals for a standalone preliminary injunction to stop a writ of possession. Jurisdiction rules explained.
Condominium Living Enforcing Brochure Promises and Addressing Building Defects
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on condominium buyers' rights, brochure promises as warranties, and remedies for building defects under PD 957.
When a Contractor Becomes a Condominium Buyer: HLURB Jurisdiction Explained
Supreme Court clarifies that contractors receiving condominium units as payment are or "purchase" includes any contract to buy, purchase, or otherwise acquire for valuable consideration a condominium
Protecting Condominium Buyers: Annulling Improperly Foreclosed Mortgages
When a developer mortgages condominium units without required approval, buyers can annul the mortgage and foreclosure. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court case.
Protecting Condominium Buyers: Annulling Mortgage Foreclosure for Undeclared Encumbrances
Learn how the Supreme Court protected a condominium buyer from foreclosure due to undeclared mortgages, and what this means for property buyers.
Legal Compensation of Debts in the Philippines: When Can You Offset Dues?
Learn when Philippine law allows compensation or set-off of debts, and why unliquidated claims cannot offset condominium dues.
Condominium Development Approvals, Titles, and Parking Rights Under PD 957
Philippine Supreme Court explains developer duties on plan changes, title delivery, and parking under PD 957.