Before you book a flight, hire a lawyer, or promise anything to your relatives—get the facts. We verify the real status of your family land in the Philippines for a flat fee.
The risks of flying blind are expensive:
But do you really know the status of that land today?
Inheriting property in the Philippines is rarely straightforward. Families often rely on decades-old stories, faded photocopies, or the word of a relative back home.

The land might have been sold years ago without your knowledge.

Unpaid "Amilyar" (Real Property Tax) accumulates huge penalties. The local government may have already auctioned it off.

Is there a mortgage, a lawsuit (Lis Pendens), or an adverse claim annotated on the back of the title?

Is the land actually vacant, or is there an unauthorized structure on it?
Don't spend thousands on legal fees or travel costs until you know exactly what you are dealing with.
Think of this as a "Carfax" for your Philippine property.
We deploy our network of liaison officers to physically visit the Registry of Deeds (RD) and the City Assessor’s Office where your property is located. We don't guess; we pull the official records.
For a one-time fee of $299, we provide:

Certified True Copy (CTC) of Title
Direct from the Registry of Deeds. We verify if the title is "Clean," "Encumbered," or "Cancelled."
Tax Status Clearance
A detailed breakdown of the last year taxes were paid and the exact amount of arrears (including penalties) needed to update it.
The "Red Flag" Audit
Our team reviews the annotations for Section 4 Rule 74 (heir liabilities), mortgages, or pending court cases.
Vicinity Check (Optional Add-on $50)
A basic verification if the lot is occupied or vacant (based on Assessor records and neighborhood inquiry).

Upload whatever you have—an old photo of the title, a tax declaration, or just the Lot Number and Location.
Our team in the Philippines travels to the specific government agency (Registry of Deeds & Assessor).
Within 10-15 business days, you receive a secure digital report containing the scanned official documents and a plain-English summary of your next steps.
Navigating Philippine land inheritance from abroad is confusing, expensive, and risky. We simplify the process with trusted experts, virtual assistance, and family coordination tools designed for OFWs and global Filipinos.
The Title Scout Report:

Full Registry of Deeds Verification
Tax Liability Calculation
Digital "Truth Packet" Delivery
Bonus: 15-Minute Consultation to review the findings.
Total: $299 (Flat Fee)
Access quick, easy-to-read pdfs that aWe are Filipino-Americans building the service we wish we had. We combine US-style customer service (responsiveness, transparency) with Philippine "boots on the ground" grit. We don't take "come back tomorrow" for an answer.complex processes and help you stay prepared from start to finish.
Who is this for?
The "Amboy/Fil-Am" who was born in the US or naturalized, and needs to re-acquire
Philippine citizenship (RA 9225) to legally inherit or buy land without limits.
What’s Included:
Eligibility Audit: Verification of parent’s citizenship status at time of birth.
Application Prep: Completion of the Petition for Dual Citizenship forms.
Appointment Setting: Scheduling the oath-taking at the nearest Philippine Consulate (SF, LA, NY, Chicago, DC, etc.).
Notary & Legalization: Guidance on notarizing the affidavit of explanation (if needed).
Your Price: $495
Who is this for?
Siblings/Heirs who have the title, agree on how to split it (or sell it),
but don't know how to file the Estate Tax.
What’s Included:
Deed Drafting: A Philippine Lawyer drafts the "Extrajudicial Settlement of Estate" (EJS) specific to the family's agreement.
Consular Coordination: Instructions for heirs in the US on how to sign and consularize the deed.
Newspaper Publication: We handle the required 3-week publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines (Affidavit of Publication included).
BIR Processing: We file the Estate Tax Return (Form 1801) with the Bureau of Internal Revenue.
The Goal: We secure the CAR (Certificate of Authorizing Registration). This is the "Golden Ticket" needed to transfer the title.
Your Price: $2,495
Who is this for?
Clients who want the property fully transferred into their name (or the buyer's name)
at the Registry of Deeds and Assessor’s Office.
What’s Included:
Everything in Package 2 (EJS + BIR CAR).
Transfer Tax Payment: Processing at the local City Treasurer’s Office.
Registry of Deeds Filing: Submission of the CAR and Deeds to the RD.
Title Issuance: We pick up the new Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) in the heir’s name.
Tax Declaration Update: We update the Assessor’s records so future tax bills come to you, not the deceased ancestor.
Door-to-Door Delivery: We FedEx the new Original Title to the client in the US.
Your Price: $3,995
Who is this for?
Lost Titles (requires Court Reconstitution).
Correcting names (e.g., "Maria" on birth cert, "Mary" on title).
Squatter Eviction / Ejectment cases.
Pricing Model:
Initial Retainer: $1,500 (starts the investigation/filing).
Milestone Payments: Billed as the case progresses through court.
Note: Never offer a flat fee for court cases; they are unpredictable.
| Feature | Citizenship Starter |
EJS Settlement |
Title Transfer (Full) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $495 | $2,495 | $3,995 |
| Ideal For | Citizenship Only | Clearing Taxes | New Title Issuance |
| Form Preparation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Lawyer Drafting | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Newspaper Publication | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| BIR (Tax) Processing | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Get "CAR" Document | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
| City Treasurer Transfer | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Registry of Deeds Filing | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| New Title in Hand | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
"What about the Taxes?"
In addition to our service fee, you will need to pay the Government Fees.
We calculate this for you during the 'Title Scout' phase, but here are the estimates:

Estate Tax: 6% of the Net Estate (based on BIR zonal value).
Documentary Stamp Tax: 1.5% of the value.
Transfer Tax: 0.5% - 0.75% (depending on the city).
Registration Fees: ~0.25%.
Total Estimated Gov't Fees: ~8-9% of the Property's Zonal Value.
From missing land titles to inheritance concerns and legal processes, we simplify the complicated so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
You could, but do they know what to look for? Are they willing to stand in line for 6 hours at the RD? Will they tell you the bad news if they are the ones living on the land? We provide an unbiased, third-party audit.
If the Registry of Deeds has no record of the title (e.g., it was destroyed in a fire or lost), we will issue a "Certification of No Record" or "Loss." This is the critical first document you need to file a petition in court for Reconstitution.
No. This is an investigation service. Once we know the status, we can quote you for the actual Extrajudicial Settlement and Transfer service.
Whether it’s an inherited title, unresolved paperwork, or property left untouched for years, we’ll help you understand your next steps — safely, legally, and stress-free.

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