Securing Your Dream Home: The Seamless Process of Reserving a Condominium Unit with Empire East

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09 October 2024
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Purchasing a condominium is an exciting milestone, whether you're looking for your first home or a valuable investment. At Empire East, we understand how important this decision is, and we strive to make the entire process smooth, convenient, and transparent. In this series of articles dedicated to the homebuyers’ process, we will walk you through the steps of securing your desired unit, ensuring that your purchase is handled with confidence and care.


Step 1: Reserving Your Preferred Unit


Once you've selected the perfect condo unit, the first step is to reserve it. This reservation ensures the unit is set aside specifically for you, preventing it from being sold to another buyer while you complete the required documentation and payments.


What You Need to Reserve a Unit:

To successfully process your reservation, the following documents and payments are required:


  • Cleared Reservation Fee

The first and most crucial step is settling your reservation fee. This amount secures your chosen unit and demonstrates your intent to purchase.

  • Signed Request for Reservation and Offer to Purchase Form

This official form confirms your interest in buying the property and your intention to proceed with the home purchasing process.

  • Signed Payment Mode Confirmation Form

Here, you will specify how you plan to pay for the unit—whether through cash, post-dated checks, or other available options.

  • Signed Computation Sheet

This document outlines the unit's price, including any applicable taxes, fees, and payment terms.

  • Photocopy of Two (2) Valid IDs

These IDs are a necessary requirement for identification and validation purposes.

  • Proof of Billing Address (Latest)

The proof can be a recent utility bill or any document showing your current residential address.

  • Post-Dated Checks

While post-dated checks are optional, submitting them during this stage allows you to streamline future payments.


To lock in your reservation, you need to submit all the required paperwork and payments within 30 days of your reservation date. If you fail to do so, your unit reservation will be forfeited.


Once everything is in order, you'll receive a welcome letter from us, officially acknowledging and confirming your purchase.


Step 2: Convenient Payment Channels


We understand that every buyer has different preferences when it comes to managing finances. That's why we offer multiple payment channels to make the process as convenient as possible. You can choose from the following options to pay your reservation fee, down payments, and monthly amortizations:


  • Debit/Credit Card (Exclusive for Reservation Fee only)
  • Online/Mobile Banking
  • Bank Over-the-Counter
  • UnionBank & BDO Bills Payment
  • E-Wallet
  • Direct Deposit & Fund Transfer
  • Online Payment Aggregators (Aqwire and Dragonpay)


With these flexible payment methods, you can make payments wherever and whenever is most convenient for you.


Step 3: Receipts and Documentation


For transparency, we provide clear documentation for all payments. After paying the reservation fee, you'll receive an Acknowledgment Receipt, confirming your intent to purchase the property. For subsequent payments, such as down payments or monthly amortizations, we issue both a Collection Receipt and an Official Receipt in compliance with Section 237 of the Tax Code.


You will receive electronic copies of these receipts sent directly to your registered email address after 5 to 7 working days from payment, ensuring you always have easy access to your payment records.


Step 4: Signing the Contract to Buy and Sell (CTS)


Once we finalize your unit reservation, we'll notify you to sign the Contract to Buy and Sell (CTS) within one to two months. This document serves as the formal agreement between you and Empire East, outlining the terms of the sale, payment schedules, and other essential details.

You'll receive a notification to sign the CTS as soon as it's ready. Upon completion, a notarized copy will be available for pick-up, with a notice sent to your email.


Stay tuned for the next article in this series, where we will dive deeper into the turnover process and move forward with the next steps in purchasing your true home.


Why Choose Empire East?


At Empire East, we believe that purchasing a property should be a rewarding experience and free from stress or confusion. Our dedicated salespeople are here to assist you at every stage, from choosing the perfect unit to ensuring that all documentation and payments are handled smoothly. By providing flexible payment options, clear communication, and timely support, we aim to make your investment journey seamless and secure.


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