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Sep 3, 2013 land registration property law public land possession pd 1529 public land act

Perfecting Land Titles: Possession Requirements for Public Land Registration in the Philippines

Understand the possession rules for registering public land under PD 1529, including the June 12, 1945 requirement clarified by the Supreme Court.

Jul 5, 2010 torrens title land possession accion publiciana property registration philippine land law

Torrens Title vs Unregistered Sale: Who Has Better Right to Possess Land in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court ruling explains why a Torrens title prevails over an unregistered deed of sale in disputes over land possession.

Dec 14, 2009 torrens title land ownership unlawful detainer ejectment philippine law property rights

Good Faith vs Torrens Title Resolving Land Ownership Disputes in the Philippines

Philippine Supreme Court ruling on whether a Torrens title or a deed of sale prevails in land possession disputes.