"Catherine guided us through every detail of our first home purchase. Her expertise made what felt overwhelming feel completely manageable."
Real
Estate.
Real
honest.
No script. No call center. No hand-offs. One licensed broker in Manila who actually visits the building, checks the documents, and answers the phone on a Sunday.
10+
Years
100+
Closings
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BGCMAKATIALABANGORTIGASROCKWELLEASTWOODMCKINLEY HILLQUEZON CITYTAGAYTAYMUNTINLUPA
BGCMAKATIALABANGORTIGASROCKWELLEASTWOODMCKINLEY HILLQUEZON CITYTAGAYTAYMUNTINLUPA
PRC LicensedReal Estate Broker
DHSUDCompliant Brokerage
10+ YearsIndustry Experience
5.0 out of 5Verified Rating
100+ ClientsSuccessfully Served
64 ListingsCurrently Available
Arthaland.
Five buildings.
FEATURED DEVELOPER
Sondris and Eluria in Makati, Liv on Katipunan, Una in Laguna, Lucima in Cebu. One developer, and every building put through third-party sustainability certification.
2,538 residences · 4 cities · 1 already handed over
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How we
actually work.
THE PRACTICE
Four steps from finding your dream home to receiving the keys. No pressure, no rush, no shortcuts.
// 01
Visit first.
List second.
Every property has been walked, photographed in natural light, and confirmed in person. No "based on developer renderings."
// 02
Documents
checked twice.
CCT, tax declarations, RDO clearance, association statements. We pull them ourselves. If anything's missing the listing doesn't go up.
// 03
Negotiate
with you.
Every fee, every clause, every contingency explained. No surprises at signing. You always know what you're agreeing to.
// 04
One broker.
One number.
You call Catherine, not a team, not a center. Sunday afternoon, Tuesday morning, doesn't matter. The number's the number.
Listings.
Open now.
UPDATED 09 MAY
Each visited, photographed, and vetted in person, across Metro Manila and Luzon.
Every listing.
One map.
THE MAP
All our homes for sale and lease, and Arthaland's five buildings. Tap a dot for the price, switch on the train lines, or open the full map to draw your own search area.
Tools
+ guides.
FREE TO USE
Calculators, guides, and market data: everything you need to make a confident real-estate decision.
What's My Property Worth?
Sellers: instant estimate + a free exact valuation.
Value my property →Affordability
How much house you can afford based on your income.
Open tool →Rent vs Buy
Is buying cheaper than renting? Compare over time.
Open tool →Pag-IBIG vs Bank
Compare the two main home-loan routes side by side.
Open tool →Closing Fees
All taxes and fees for property transactions.
Open tool →Estate Tax
Estate tax + title transfer cost for inherited property.
Open tool →Rental Yield
Investor ROI: gross yield, net yield, cash-on-cash.
Open tool →All Tools
Every calculator in one place — buyers & sellers.
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hundreds.
CLIENT WORDS
Stories from clients who found their property with GLRA Realty.
"Honest, transparent, and genuinely cared about finding the right property, not just closing a deal. Our search took six months and she never once rushed us."
"As an OFW, I needed someone I could trust remotely. Catherine handled everything, from viewings to paperwork, like family."
THE BROKER
Catherine
Catherine
SB Sampayo.
"Real estate is a relationship business pretending to be a transaction business. I work the other way around: fewer clients, deeper care, the long view."
Ten years brokering Metro Manila: first condos, family houses, legacy estates. PRC-licensed, REBAP-affiliated, BGC-based. Small client list by design.
Every showing is with me. Every document checked twice. The number on this page is mine. And yes, you can call on a Sunday.
Common
questions.
FAQ
Answers to the questions clients ask most often. Don't see yours? Reach out below.
How long does it take to buy a property in the Philippines?
From offer to closing typically takes 30-90 days, depending on whether you're paying cash or financing. Bank financing adds 30-45 days for loan approval and appraisal. Pre-selling units can take longer, since turnover dates vary by developer.
Can foreigners buy property in the Philippines?
Foreigners cannot own land outright, but they CAN own condominium units (up to 40% of a building's total floor area). Foreigners can also lease private land, generally for up to 25 years renewable once for another 25, and foreign investors with an approved investment project may lease for up to 99 years under RA 12252 (2025). Filipino spouses can hold land titles.
What documents do I need as a buyer?
Government ID (passport or driver's license), TIN, proof of income (last 3 months payslips or ITR), and proof of billing. For foreigners, add visa + Bureau of Immigration certification.
What fees should I expect beyond the purchase price?
Standard buyer-side fees: documentary stamp tax (1.5%), transfer tax (0.5-0.75%), registration fee (~0.25%), notarial fees, and broker's commission (usually paid by the seller). Total closing costs typically run 4-6% of the purchase price. Try our closing fees calculator.
How do I schedule a property viewing?
The fastest way is through Messenger (link below) or by calling 0917 177 4572. Most viewings can be arranged within 24-48 hours. Virtual tours and recorded walk-throughs are also available for clients abroad.
Do you charge buyers a fee?
No. Brokerage commission is paid by the seller, so our service comes at no cost to you as a buyer. We work for you, with no hidden fees and full transparency on every transaction.
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