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Apr 1, 2025 civil law land ownership statute of frauds unwritten sale possession reivindicacion

Unwritten Land Sales in the Philippines: When Possession and Improvements Matter

The Supreme Court clarifies when an unwritten sale of land can be enforced, focusing on possession, improvements, and partial performance under Philippine law.