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OPPORTUNITY | Hosting with AIRBNB

2016-04-01T14:27:00.003+08:00

Article in progess...

Since I logged off ages ago, I've been focused on keeping our family's unoccupied condos leased for Airbnb.
For those who don't know what Airbnb is please check http://www.Airbnb.com. But I'm positive you are reading this because either A: you're hosting as well B: you're considering to host C: You clicked on the wrong link.

This quickie guide is for those who already signed up to host, so I won't explain on this post as to how to sign up as host. However, I will explain how to:

Link your bank account to receive payments from Airbnb,
The core items (gadgets, appliances, cleaning materials) you will need to host like a pro.
Cleaning requirements for ingress and egress.
Other pro tips to transform you from a clueless host, to a less clueless host (like me hehehe)

A: AIRBNB > PAYPAL > Your local bank

Once signed up with Airbnb, Paypal is the default pay options to book as a traveler. The first hurdle to pass is to obtain the BANK CODE details of your local bank branch. I'm from manila btw and our bank manager had no idea what the hell I was talking about - BANK NUMBER - and all that jargon. It's not the SWIFT CODE alright! remember this tip! So, for my fellow coutrymen, here's the quick link http://www.pinoymoneytalk.com/bank-code-philippines-withdraw-paypal/. Thank you to this guy for posting this super helpful info!
In paypal itself, its just link bank. Then bank name. Then bank account number. And lastly the mother-effin code from that site.
That will make you money, 99.99999% ! I guaranteee! just get your empty condo booked!

B: CORE ITEMS LIST

I ain't talking about the 40" TV or the luxurious leather couch etc, you should have all those by now! I'm talking about the internet connection, the full HD cable subscription to start off. Here's what you'll need:

1. A dual sim cheap android phone - WHY???

I'm talking cherry mobile, Myphone, etc.... This extra phone will house your super cheap LTE Smart bro simcard and your abscbn kapamilya sim. Of course you could use your Saucy Samsung Galaxy S7 active to do this. Just be prepared to swap your micro sim to regular sized sim adaptor and load at a suking tindahan. Remove the micro sim from phone, put it back to the regular sized sim adaptor. Then return to gadget then check for internet blah blah blah... This is one of the suckier parts of hosting. Deal with it. So to save you from the hassle, buy that damned cheap 1000 peso phone. Buy your smart LTE sim (50 pesos) Get your ABSCBN sim card from your Skycable installer. Stick it in this phone and MEMORIZE THE NUMBERS!!!! (I manage 5 listings so fvck my life)

2. Now that's out of the way, http://visit www.olx.ph and hunt down this specific router Huawei LTE router. DONT BUY the pocket LTE ones! They absolutely suck and they are expensive. I got bad reviews from my guests, them complaining about poor internet service. You don't want that kind of feedback!
These routers go for P2,500 - P3,000 a piece, which comes with an external antenna. These machines are the next most important thing apart from your condo itself.
The speeds I get from these buggers range from 2.8Mbps to 19Mbps. That's sufficient for casual Facebook | Instagram | Google browsing. Youtube will tap out in 20mins. So help your guest manage their expectations about your internet service.
The cost for providing internet via Smart bro LTE is: 85pesos for 2 days. 250pesos for 7 days. 995 pesos for 30 days.
The codes for load goes like this EG: surfmax995 send to 2600. From that smart sim. Gets? If from a suking tindahan, it's surfmax995 0999 xxx xx xx .Alam na nila yan.

*PRO TIP! get a retailer sim for 250 pesos! You'll need to reload it via bank transfer. It gives you capability to remotely load you gadgets without you having to remove sims everytime! Usage scenario, I have an LTE router at a Tagaytay resthouse, how the Ffff do I physically access the simcard from there (I'm from QC, the simcard over 100Kms away). This is the savvy solution to inaccessibility OR go to your suking tindahan.

3. For your HD HBO cable, have a sky cable installer visit your condo. Be prepared to spend P3,600 for upfront install costs. You'll have 2 months of free 250pesos/mo subscription.
The next steps are annoying. When your load runs out, you have to reload your ABSCBN kapamilya sim (I dont know where to do this yet) then text them something like sky250 xxxxxxxxxxxxx to 23667. Then supposedly you'll have cable for a month. (I have to manage around 8 sims thats why I hate having one more sim! arghhh)

4. Iron and Ironing board. Easy enough.

5. Hair dryer.
Weddings. Guests need their hairdryers to prepare before the wedding for pics. You don't have one? The prospective guest goes "oh, here's another listing that has that, I'll book in that OTHER cute condo...". It's 600 pesos. Buy it.

6. Mattress protector. More on this on the cleaning section.

7. Tornado Mop.
Don't make circular movements while mopping silly! Use the provided tub that spins the mop for drying. You'll mop up better than a janitor in no time! optional spotify and bluetooth stereo headset suggested. Swear I do this myself! hahaha!

8. Door skirts and foam insulators on doors and windows.
Cleaning would be so frequent with leasing, that you'll hate this part about having short term leasing. By minimizing the effects of dust invading your condo, have all possible entries airtight. Buy these at Ace Hardware, they have the ACE brand which has sucky double sided adhesive but cheap. (buy extra double sided tape) and Raven which is twice the price but works as well.

C: Cleaning

BULBUL, tae sa edge ng toilet. BULBUL. regla. Ihi na hindi asintado. (pubic hair, shit stains on toilet rim, pubic hair, mestrual blood stains droplets of piss on the toilet)
This is reality. And these aren't from any family members. They are from strangers. And if you are grossed about dealing with this, your guests will kill you if you lease your unit out and let them deal with it. SO DEAL WITH IT.

Gloves. - your first line of defense from the grossness. Buy the long kitchen version of course.
Toilet scrubbers. - the u shaped one that your lola uses works best. The next useful one is the one shaped like a clothes iron.

Lots of JOY diswhashing detergent!

Disposable rags, kitchen scrubs,

No updates in a long while....

2013-09-26T12:58:00.000+08:00

It's been ages since there was a new post here at lincOne. By taking note of this, we have decided to... update this blogsite with new content. also, we did receive requests for help from property owners and professionals in getting their assets out to market.

Stay tuned, will be kickstarting this very soon!

Happy New Year!

2012-01-02T16:36:00.002+08:00

Happy New Year Everyone! We wish you all peace, joy and prosperity in this new year! God Bless us all!

GROWTH | Condo Turnover Punchlist

2011-11-23T15:03:00.003+08:00

It's an exciting moment when you get a call from your Property Account Manager telling you that the condo you've just purchased is ready for turnover! After paying several 5 digit monthly payments over a course of several years, you are about to see what you've bled and slaved for the past years - in the flesh. This an overwhelming event, more so if it would be your first time to accept a condo turnover.

Surrounded by newly painted walls, wrapped-in-plastic toilet and kitchen sinks and overly helpful turnover managers, final turnover inspection is a fairy tale affair, until the pixie dust fades and the minor but unpleasant "oversights" start showing their true colors.

Doorbells getting stuck, non-working mechanical vents and hollow-under-the-tile flooring are some of the "gremlins" we've avoided by following this simple yet effective punch list we use before we accept a condo we've just recently purchased. It has done wonders and helped both buyer and seller meet mutual expectations.

OPPORTUNITY | 1997 Lancer for Sale - SOLD

2011-09-12T16:37:00.010+08:00

SOLD - Mitsubishi Lancer ~~for sale~~:

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer 1997 EL
1.3 Liter Engine - Economical to drive
Stock ride height, no engine modifications
Upgraded center console - OEM Tachometer / Speedometer with Red Needle (PHDM white)
Driver armrest with cover
135k Mileage
15' inch Lancer 2001 Limited Edition Mags with 50 series tires
Lancer ASTI JDM Mirage Seats
OEM Cupholders - Rare!
alarm, tint

PROPERTY | Various Property For Sale

2011-09-10T10:33:00.000+08:00

A batchmate from school is offering the following property:

Boys I'll appreciate any help, you may know someone interested.

FOR SALE! 9.8 hectares (expandable to 20) along Maharlika Hi-way, Calamba City. Property in same road as Yakult, Lyceum and Yazaki-Torres. Property ideal for industrial or residential development.

FOR SALE: 1.5 hectares along Ortigas Avenue Extension Pasig City @ 30k per square meter.
FOR SALE: 2082 sq. m. lot in wack wack village for sale. property also along shaw blvd, buyer may put up commercial complex on lot.
Contact us if you have any or all of the items above available :)

PROPERTY | Richie's Home Away From Home

2011-08-27T07:40:00.005+08:00

House Tour

Name: Richie Natividad
Location: Joya Lofts, Rockwell
Size: 38.6 square meters floor area, Studio
Status: open for rent, lease or sale
Years Owned: 5 years

"It's an exciting and momentous occasion when you purchase your first home" explains Ritchie, ~~an architect in LA~~ a civil engineer in Delaware, as he shows us around his well placed studio unit in upscale Rockwell, Makati. "As much as I've wanted to keep our condo in Manila, things are unfortunately a little bit shaky here in the U.S. I hope someone will find our unit and will be happy to call it their home".

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PROPERTY | Capitol Suntrust Plaza

2011-08-22T15:47:00.004+08:00

Property Development

ORIGINALLY FROM THIS LINK: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=1435130
Thanks to Thomasian for the post!

This project is previously the Capitol Plaza high-end residential condominium of Fil-Estate. The one behind Quezon City Hall.

PROJECT FEATURES:

Ground Floor

· Grand lobby with reception and lounge area
· 4 High-speed, interior-finished passenger elevators
· Security command center for 24-hour monitoring of all building facilities
· Mail room with individual mail boxes and keys
· Retail shops

· Food outlets with kitchen

Building Facilities/Services

· Automatic fire sprinkler system for all units
· Overhead water tank and underground cistern for ample water supply
· Standby power generator for common and selected areas
· Building administration/security office
· Laundry area

Recreational Amenities/Facilities

· Swimming pool
· Children's pool
· Jacuzzi
· Paved sunbathing lounge
· Pool deck with sitting area
· Function Rooms
· Gymnasium
· Aerobics room
· Massage room
· Sauna
· Male and female changing and shower rooms with toilets
· Viewing deck

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President of Megaworld subsidiary Suntrust Properties, Inc. (SPI) Atty. Harrison M. Paltongan (second from right) shakes hands with Global-Estate Resorts, Inc (GERI) president Atty. Ferdinand Santos after signing the Memorandum of Agreement for a partnership in the Suntrust Capitol Plaza condominium in the Diliman district, right beside Quezon City Hall. Looking on are GERI SVP for Legal and Corporate Services Atty. Gina Alvarez (left) and SPI SVP for Finance and Operations Deanna Jean A. Claveria.

The Suntrust Capitol Plaza will feature a 33-storey tower with almost 500 residential units. Its strategic location and resort-type amenities will make the project an unbeatable choice for homebuyers with a distinct taste and lifestyle. Executive studio, one, two and three-bedroom units will soon be available in flexible payment schemes.

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The SSC Philippines' Resident Twink is back!!!

PROPERTY | Contemporary Meets Modern

2011-08-17T15:26:00.011+08:00

Property Development

Name: Derek Grey
Location: Townhouse Community, Quezon City
Size: 192 square meters floor area, 102 square meters lot area; three bedroom
Status: for sale, P16.3M
Years Owned: n/a

"Few community developments are as well thought out as this. Moreover it's great that the right mix of people choose 68 Roces to call their home." says Derek, a property consultant in Makati, as he talks about the properties that he offers. What appeals to (his clients) is the air of sophistication, the discreetness of the development's location and the quality of the development which translates to nominally higher property appreciation over time. "My very first sale comes from this place, this community is something I feel quite proud of."

PROPERTY | Looking for a house

2011-08-16T14:57:00.006+08:00

Finding a home

A friend is looking for a house and lot for sale preferably Quezon City or San Juan. "I'm planning to get hitched soon" says my friend, who prefers to stay anonymous. Do send us any property that you or your family would like to sell off before his mom finds a suitable home for these star crossed lovers!

GROWTH | 1000 page views!

2011-08-06T00:15:00.003+08:00

We've reached the 1000 mark! Thanks everyone!

contact: lincOneproperties@gmail.com | 371-5722 | 0917-539-0593
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EVENT | Logo change!

2011-07-28T17:58:00.001+08:00

FEATURED EVENT | LOGO CHANGE!

We changed our logo from this:

To this:

To this!

Tell us what you think :)

PROPERTY | Looking 20 - 30 Hectare Property

2011-07-21T14:06:00.002+08:00

PROPERTY | 20 - 30 Hectares

A friend is looking for:

Guys, I'm in urgent need of a 20-30 hectare property. location: from QC all the way to Cabuyao. Very Urgent! Thanks!

Send us what you have!

contact:
lincOneproperties@gmail.com | 371-5722 | 0917-539-0593
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GROWTH | Philippine Real Estate Market Report

2011-07-19T14:46:00.002+08:00

Featured Article | Philippine Real Estate Market Report

A friend of ours, Paul C. was kind enough to share with us a report that provides well researched, critical information for land developers, asset managers, real estate investors and regular folk like you and me.

The report is developed by Colliers International (not to be mistaken with the encyclopedia company, although i'm not sure if they're the same entity). It covers mostly real estate history and development within the Makati CBD, Fort BGC and Ortigas CBD.

Some excerpts that i found interesting:

On Rents:

YoY (Year on year), the Makati CBD premium rates increased by 4%, to an average of p820 per sq/m monthly (per net useable area.) Grade A offices stood at p680 per sq m monthly, growing by 2% over the first quarter. Similarly, Grade B office rental rates increased by an average of 3% to p450 per sq/m monthly. As comparative rental rates continue to tighten, demand for office space in Makati tends to be inelastic, considering that the stock is limited. Expectations are for both Grade A and B office rental rates to climb by 9%-11% over the next twelve months. While premium rental rates may rise to more than p900 per sq/m monthly by the start of 2012.

On High End Residential Condo Investments:

Strong market signals seem to hint growth across premium grade condominiums, however the market is continually fed by low- to mid-cost projects reducing supply of bigger unit sizes. In Metro Manila, condominium projects offer 70% of studio and one-bedroom units, with average sizes of 25 sq/m to 35 sq/m. The trend is most likely to continue in the medium term in accord with the emergence of the BpO (Business Process Outsourcing / Call Center) sector, one of the drivers of growth for this segment.

Spending Indicators - Car Purchases:

Early this year, CAMPI announced their forecast of a more conservative sales growth of 4% for 2011, achieving record-breaking sales in 2010. An 8.2% growth in car sales marked the start of the first quarter of 2011, with record sales of 36,293 vehicles. Sold commercial vehicles continue to dominate the market, with 23,867 units, or about 65% of the total share, while sold passenger cars increased by 11.3% to 12,426 units, or 35% of the total share. CAMPI recognizes these records as good signs, despite high growth rates last year, and they remain optimistic, despite the rise in fuel prices. Significant contributors to elevated sales are the bank’s lending capacity and the strong OFW remittances during the start of this year.

I do not consider myself an expert in real estate, hence articles like these are invaluable and cost free assets that help me make decisions on which real estate investments our business should consider.

Take at least 5 minutes to read through it, it's an enlightening and well written document to say the least.

Here's the link: Philippine Real Estate Market Report 2011
http://www.colliers.com/country/philippines/content/RealEstateMarketReport_1Q_2011.pdf

We'd like to hear your comments about it as well! Leave your thoughts on our comment box below!

contact:
lincOneproperties@gmail.com
0917-539-0593 http://lincOne.blogspot.com | http://www.facebook.com/lincOneInternational
Philippine Real Estate Report 2011

OPPORTUNITY | Lancer Glx 2006 - Sold :)

2011-07-13T00:16:00.002+08:00

UPDATE: August 2, 2011: Mitsubishi Lancer 2006 model. Sold. :)

UPDATE: July 15, 2011: Mitsubishi Lancer 2006 model. Now @ 329K from 349K! Save 20k!
47t kms all power (steering, windows, doors, etc)
Manual transmission. Ondoy safe.

Notes:
Personally inspected the car, it's really in great condition. Car is hardly used since the owner is based in cebu for 2 years. Reason for selling: car upgrade.

A great deal guys, cross reference it with sulit.com.ph, prices are as high as 400k Won't be posting it in sulit since I hope that one of us gets this great deal :) Slightly neg too!

contact lincOneproperties@gmail.com | 371-5722 | 0917-539-0593
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PROPERTY | SM Blue Residences

2011-07-11T15:18:00.001+08:00

A friend of ours, Joe A. is selling his unit, SM Blue Residences, unit is facing Ateneo.He's already put some down payments into it. He's also offering a hefty discount! *Hint* (100k discount!)

Unit details:
30 sq/m, facing Ateneo , 26th Floor

PROPERTY | looking for QC Property 600-800 sqm

2011-07-07T16:31:00.001+08:00

Featured looking for: Property

"My cousin is looking for a vacant lot around q.c. to be leased to a construction firm 500-800 sq. m. Message me. Thanks!"

From Mike C.

Add your property to the comments below! :)

GROWTH | Condo buyers helping out condo buyers

2011-07-01T03:00:00.001+08:00

Came across this interesting forum : skyscrapercity

If you browse through the topics listed, you'll find a thread named Philippine Forums, a multi-threaded discussion of some of the skyline defining developments found here in manila and other parts of the country. What's interesting to note is that even pesky sellers (that's me) seem to follow an "unwritten code" of no shameless vending within the confines of the thread.

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GROWTH | Condo Living gadget guide 2011

2011-06-24T15:56:00.002+08:00

So....moving up in the world eh? Need a quick list of the stuff you need to buy for your pad first? I will warn you, this isn't a priority list. This a want list. And more often than usual, items listed here goes to the "one day i'll buy you" backburner.

With that said, before you buy your relatives approved, dining and living sets, curtains and fake fruit whatevers, take time to check out these neat things before you end up living your spanking crib in partial regret!

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LincOne

2011-06-22T17:03:00.000+08:00

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PROPERTY | Explore a city on foot

2011-06-11T14:52:00.001+08:00

Update: June 24, 2011

Units for Rent @ Eastwood City
A. One Orchard Road Tower 1 - Unit 18J -1BR - 58.25sqm 15k /mo
B. Eastwood Parkview Tower 2 - Unit 24E -1BR - 57.50 sqm 25k/mo
C. One Central Park - Unit 14F - 1BR - 61.50 sqm 27k/mo

Contact us at linconeproperties@gmail.com 0917-539-0593

Eastwood is a prime example of how a city block should be. It includes the most integral elements of daily life: A place to call home, a school to send your kids to, a place to relax, dine and unwind and the place you get your livelihood from: your office address.

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PROPERTY | The suite life in Quezon City

2011-05-26T18:47:00.004+08:00

September 20, 2012 Update:

4 Units are available for sale or for rent (monthly, semi-annually or annually)
Units are executive studios and studios with balcony. Unfurnished.

Condos for lease.
Studio : 41sqm-43.50 sqm - 20k /mo rent, inclusive of monthly dues.

email us at linconeproperties@gmail.com

Contact us for details linconeproperties@gmail.com ; 0917-5390593 for further details.
(if you want your unit furnished, or you would like parking units reserved, let us know!)

Quezon City is probably one of the most diverse and pleasant cities to live in here in Metro Manila.

It's home to some of the best gastronomical indulgences from entree to desserts! It's accessible to landmark malls such as SM City North Edsa, Trinoma. It's home to the top two broadcasting gems in asia, ABS-CBN and GMA Networks.

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GROWTH | Movement suggest life

2011-05-26T15:30:00.001+08:00

Movement suggests life.

This may actually be the start of a great collaboration between good friends.

We set out on a bold journey to create a worthwhile experience for those looking for a place to call home and for those who wish to find a new one.

Keep posted! Cheers!

lincOne

OPPORTUNITY | Hosting with AIRBNB

No updates in a long while....

Happy New Year!

GROWTH | Condo Turnover Punchlist

OPPORTUNITY | 1997 Lancer for Sale - SOLD

PROPERTY | Various Property For Sale

A batchmate from school is offering the following property:

Boys I'll appreciate any help, you may know someone interested.

FOR SALE! 9.8 hectares (expandable to 20) along Maharlika Hi-way, Calamba City. Property in same road as Yakult, Lyceum and Yazaki-Torres. Property ideal for industrial or residential development.

FOR SALE: 1.5 hectares along Ortigas Avenue Extension Pasig City @ 30k per square meter.FOR SALE: 2082 sq. m. lot in wack wack village for sale. property also along shaw blvd, buyer may put up commercial complex on lot.Contact us if you have any or all of the items above available :)

PROPERTY | Richie's Home Away From Home

House Tour

PROPERTY | Capitol Suntrust Plaza

PROPERTY | Contemporary Meets Modern

PROPERTY | Looking for a house

GROWTH | 1000 page views!

EVENT | Logo change!

PROPERTY | Looking 20 - 30 Hectare Property

GROWTH | Philippine Real Estate Market Report

OPPORTUNITY | Lancer Glx 2006 - Sold :)

PROPERTY | SM Blue Residences

PROPERTY | looking for QC Property 600-800 sqm

GROWTH | Condo buyers helping out condo buyers

GROWTH | Condo Living gadget guide 2011

LincOne

PROPERTY | Explore a city on foot

PROPERTY | The suite life in Quezon City

GROWTH | Movement suggest life

FOR SALE: 1.5 hectares along Ortigas Avenue Extension Pasig City @ 30k per square meter.
FOR SALE: 2082 sq. m. lot in wack wack village for sale. property also along shaw blvd, buyer may put up commercial complex on lot.
Contact us if you have any or all of the items above available :)