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Understanding Land Titles in the Philippines

OCT, TCT, and CCT – the Torrens system explained

The Philippine land registry is based on the Torrens system.

Key Documents

Before any purchase, a Certified True Copy should be verified at the Registry of Deeds.

Risks

Independent title verification is strongly recommended.

🤝 Your Local Team

Genessa Nacional is your personal point of contact — a Real Estate Consultant in the Filipino Homes network, one of the largest real estate networks in the Philippines, working nationwide with a focus on Dumaguete, Valencia, Bacong, Dauin, and Sibulan. Behind the scenes, several Philippine lawyers support the review of land titles and contracts — so you are never on your own during the process.

🧠 Bottom Line

Careful land title verification is the most important safeguard when buying property in the Philippines. Our Philippine attorney partners review every title before we recommend a property to you.

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