DAVAO CITY – For the second consecutive day, Filipinohomes founder and CEO Anthony Gerard O. Leuterio stepped before a room of aspiring real estate professionals, this time at Grand Regal Hotel’s Luzon Function Room, with his daughter Rent.ph managing director and Chief Operating Officer for Filipinohomes May Antonette P. Leuterio by his side. The April 23, 2026, “Build Wealth in Real Estate: Essential Strategies for Beginners” seminar marked the latest in a string of Mindanao training sessions and Davao’s only new agents orientation led by the Leuterio duo.

The Davao session carried the added weight of a public push for rental market integration. May Antonette, who oversees Rent.ph’s digital transformation and strategic partnerships, walked participants through how the rental platform can serve as a launchpad for new agents. Her presence signaled the network’s push to blend traditional sales training with property management expertise—a combination rarely offered in entry‑level real estate courses.

A two‑pronged training approach

Attendees received a streamlined curriculum that cut through industry jargon. The seminar covered three practical areas: prospecting for new clients, handling digital property listings, and closing deals without high‑pressure tactics. The Luzon Function Room at Grand Regal Hotel, known for its business‑friendly setup, provided a comfortable setting for the more than 70 participants who registered for the free event.

Anthony Leuterio reinforced his trademark “no shortcuts” philosophy, using real‑life examples from agents who started with zero experience and earned six‑figure commissions within months. May Antonette followed with a segment on property management fundamentals, emphasizing that modern real estate success often hinges on after‑sales service and tenant relations—skills she has championed in her role as product director at Rent.ph.

Why Davao City is a 2026 training hub

The orientation came as Davao City’s real estate market continued to show momentum. Condominiums in the city command around ₱185,000 per square meter on average, roughly three times the price of single‑detached houses at about ₱60,000 per square meter, while the median housing price sits at approximately ₱6.5 million. Residential and commercial building approvals in Davao City rose by more than 20 percent, reflecting rising demand across the property sector.

The seminar also came just days after a series of Filipinohomes contract signings and leaders meetings across Mindanao. On April 21, Leuterio met with Davao team leaders and unit managers for an evening strategy session, ensuring alignment on second‑quarter targets. The back‑to‑back events showcased the network’s intensified focus on Davao, which continues to benefit from major infrastructure push and steady demand for both affordable and mid‑range residential projects.

What participants learned

Participants were guided through an onboarding checklist that included setting up their own agent website, completing DHSUD registration, and accessing the Rent.ph co‑leasing dashboard. Leuterio encouraged attendees to treat the seminar not as a one‑off lecture but as the first step of a structured career pathway.

For the newest batch of Filipinohomes agents, the April 23 orientation turned the Luzon Function Room into a launchpad—equipped with a clear roadmap, digital tools, and the backing of a nationwide sales force. With the seminar concluded, the newly trained participants are expected to begin field assignments under the mentorship of the network’s Davao team leaders.