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Expat’s Quick Guide to Starting a Business in the Philippines
September 24, 2022

Expat’s Quick Guide to Starting a Business in the Philippines

IMAGE Energepic.com Among other burgeoning industries, the startup scene in the Philippines is booming. By 2020, the country aims to have 500 startup companies that have raised a total of US$200 million in funding and US$2 billion in valuation. The country has huge plans for its startup ecosystem, which makes the present a very good time for starting a business in the Philippines. Also read: How to Register Your Start-up Business Name If you’re a foreigner and have decided to make the Philippines your next entrepreneurial area, here’s a short guide on how to open your business. Foreign Equity Restrictions It is a common misconception that foreigners cannot own their businesses […]
Lightstyle Philippines: Modern and high-quality lamps in Manila
September 24, 2022

Lightstyle Philippines: Modern and high-quality lamps in Manila

Lightstyle Philippines is your one-stop online shop of modern and quality lighting.
Habitat Manila: Beautiful, useful, and accessible furniture since 1964
September 28, 2022

Habitat Manila: Beautiful, useful, and accessible furniture since 1964

Known as a shop where functional, beautiful, and affordable furniture and home accessories are found, Habitat Manila can be one of your go-to shops to supply the contemporary demands of your humble abode.
Clock In by AyalaLand Offices: An AyalaLand office space for start-ups in Makati
September 24, 2022

Clock In by AyalaLand Offices: An AyalaLand office space for start-ups in Makati

Clock In is AyalaLand’s first foray into serviced offices. Located at the penthouse of the Makati Stock Exchange Building in Ayala Center, Clock In puts you at the center – and literally on top – of the dynamic business and commercial center. You’ll be surrounded by other offices, restaurants, and the lush greenery of Ayala Triangle Gardens. The 400-square-meter serviced office space has its own reception lobby and lounge which will lead at most 107 professionals into a variety of shared work spaces, a meeting room, 15 private offices, a breakout area, and pantry. Anyone who signs up for a spot at Clock In can avail of any of the […]
Viviamo Launches Its 2021 Planner and Journal Collection
April 13, 2023

Viviamo Launches Its 2021 Planner and Journal Collection

Viviamo Inc., the maker of the Belle de Jour Power Planner, launched its 2021 products to help you journey out of this pandemic courageously.
3 Helpful Apps for Commuters in PH
September 23, 2022

3 Helpful Apps for Commuters in PH

Commuting is an everyday struggle for workers, students, and even tourists in the Philippines. In fact, according to Waze Global Driver Satisfaction Index of 2015, Manila had the “worst traffic on Earth.” This is why, in order to deal with traffic difficulties in the country, these helpful apps for commuters were made available for FREE. Grab Grab is a smartphone taxi booking and dispatching service that provides different types of vehicle options including taxis and cars with base fares priced at P30 and P70, respectively. Grab is convenient to use when you are stuck somewhere and cannot find any alternative vehicle to ride on. Commuters can simply use the Grab mobile […]
Panda Cleaners BGC: Your Eco-friendly Cleaner Company
September 23, 2022

Panda Cleaners BGC: Your Eco-friendly Cleaner Company

Get your laundry clean, the eco-friendly way.
BGC Boutique Hostel & Dorm in Makati City
September 23, 2022

BGC Boutique Hostel & Dorm in Makati City

BGC Boutique Hostel & Dorm in Makati City is one of the newest yet the most affordable place to stay for businessmen and travelers if they want to be near the business center: Fort Bonifacio Global City.
A unicorn-in-the-making: Revolution Precrafted
September 23, 2022

A unicorn-in-the-making: Revolution Precrafted

Owning a prefabricated home that’s not a monochrome piece of architecture sounds about as far-fetched as, say, a unicorn. Revolution Precrafted, a company founded in 2015, seeks to change all that and become the country’s first.
Darumaya Japanese Foods Center
September 23, 2022

Darumaya Japanese Foods Center

If Japanese items are what you’ve been wanting to buy but do not know where, then Darumaya Japanese Foods Center is definitely the place to be for you!
Perfect moments, always: JTB Asia Pacific Corp.
September 23, 2022

Perfect moments, always: JTB Asia Pacific Corp.

Preparing for a trip to Japan will always be a hassle if you try to do it alone. Take away all of the fuss with JTB Asia Pacific Corp.
Estetico’s Summer Promo for Crowns and Veneers!
September 23, 2022

Estetico’s Summer Promo for Crowns and Veneers!

For a younger and carefree look this summer, all you need is a perfectly white smile, and Estetico’s Summer promos got you covered!
No Molds, No Tear: Introducing Sharp Fully Automatic Washing Machine
September 23, 2022

No Molds, No Tear: Introducing Sharp Fully Automatic Washing Machine

It’s time for you to meet your laundry day partner.
Here’s an app that lets you park conveniently: Fetch Valet
September 23, 2022

Here’s an app that lets you park conveniently: Fetch Valet

Never stress about parking again with Fetch.
Where to watch your favorite films and TV shows online
September 23, 2022

Where to watch your favorite films and TV shows online

For binge watchers out there, waking up after a 2-hour sleep is nothing new after binge watching an entire kdrama or a season of a TV series. As the number of people who binge watch increases comes a number of new platforms and websites where people could satisfy their film/kdrama/tv show obsessions anytime, anywhere, and at a more affordable price. Here are some of the picks you can check out right now: 1. iflix PLDT’s iflix offers the lowest unlimited VOD rate of P99 per month to PLDT, Smart, and Sun subscribers. A monthly plan of P109 is also available to access 10,000 hours of content, including the latest Hollywood […]
Body Maintenance: The ways of KARADA
September 23, 2022

Body Maintenance: The ways of KARADA

In this edition of Business Talk, we spoke to KARADA Philippines’ Master Trainer and Regional Manager, Hiroaki Naruse, to know more about how KARADA has been successful in offering its one-of-a-kind service.
MK Kitchen: Your One-stop Kitchen Solution
September 23, 2022

MK Kitchen: Your One-stop Kitchen Solution

Buy your kitchen equipment at MK Kitchen, one of the biggest total kitchen equipment company in the Philippines.
New Hatchin Japanese Grocery Store
September 23, 2022

New Hatchin Japanese Grocery Store

Have you always wondered where you could finally get those Japanese food and home items you’ve always looked for? Then maybe it’s time for you to discover and visit New Hatchin Japanese Grocery!
Introducing: Sharp’s AQUOS Smart Collection
September 23, 2022

Introducing: Sharp’s AQUOS Smart Collection

This is Smart TV made simple.
Your trusted ally for manpower solutions: J-K Network Manpower Services
September 23, 2022

Your trusted ally for manpower solutions: J-K Network Manpower Services

J-K Network is one of the country’s leading recruitment companies. They provide multilingual and Filipino executives for jobs in a variety of industries for some of the country's top global companies.