Technically under the present scenario, foreigners can only own up to 40% of companies or corporations, the remaining 60% should be Filipino owned. Although there are initiatives in Congress that seeks to allow Foreign Investors up to 100% ownership in land and businesses. Though land ownership is limited, ownership of condominiums or townhouses with CCT(Condominium Certificate of Title) are allowed up to 40% of the number of units.

Yes, provided they are natural born citizens under RA 9225, which states that all natural born citizens who become citizens of another country shall be deemed not to have lost their Philippine citizenship under certain conditions. ( see Dual Citizenship ) {www.bureauofimmigration.gov.ph}

Any Foreigner including persons with Filipino blood planning to retire can apply for SRRV provided that he or she had previous association with the Philippines, must be at least 35 years of age, is a frequent traveler to the Islands or an elderly who need special care. Basically, SRR Visa is a special non-immigrants resident visa that provides it's holder with multiple entry and indefinite stay status, it also grant tax free incentives and privileges as well as value added service and benefits. ( see Phil. Retirement Authority ) {www.plra.gov.ph )

There are several time share projects, condotels (Condominium-Hotel) and other managed properties scattered across the archipelago which earns income while you are away and lets you used it when you visit on a programmed notice.

Peace and order situation is generally good especially in places frequented by tourist, such as Palawan, Boracay, Bohol among numerous vacation spots in the Philippines. Reputable hotels and resorts are recommended for a well-planned vacation.

Location would be foremost on the list, proximity to shopping centers, schools, churches transportation and the like are a plus. However, dealing with reputable developers and licensed brokers gives you a sense of security. There are other considerations also which a seasoned real estate practitioner can point out to you.

Yes, Filipinos living abroad can buy propriety shares as an investment. Wise investors buy when the prices are low, so far prices here is still on the lower end. Golf enthusiast can avail the "Multiple Playing Rights Program" whereby ownership of one golf club share entitles him playing rights to several other golf courses.

Yes, several developers are embarking on more retirement villages. However, these facilities are different from that of the U.S. since Filipinos have closer family ties than that their American counterparts, our retirement villages are less lonelier and more personal.