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BIR-7 stepping up crackdown on unregistered Airbnb units

CEBU, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue in Central Visayas (BIR-7) is stepping up efforts in detecting unregistered Airbnb or short-term property rentals, Regional Director Douglas A. Rufino said on Tuesday, October 9, 2024. BIR has noticed the widespread use of condo units and other real properties converted into Airbnb units that are often unregistered and are not paying taxe...

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10-storey serviced apartment tower under construction in Cebu

  Philippines: Developer Riza Roble Hu is building 88th Avenue, a 10-storey high-end serviced apartment and hotel close to the Cebu IT Park. Stuart Shaw, sales and marketing director of 88th Avenue, said the tower will have 108 keys: “We’ve got a combination of a serviced apartment and hotel. We have a ground floor where there are bars and restaurants and a second floor for...

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Cost of Living: Cebu, is it more affordable than Manila?

CEBU, Philippines — Cebu remains a more affordable place to live than Metro Manila, with significantly lower costs in rent, dining, and daily expenses, according to the latest cost-of-living data from Numbeo. However, questions remain on whether this cost advantage is enough to attract businesses and professionals away from the capital. Cebu vs. Manila: A cost-of-living breakdown As...

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