Updated Jul 11, 2026

Filipinohomes Iloilo agents completed a Deca Homes seminar on July 10, spotlighting Sta. Barbara economic bungalows amid 96% house‑and‑lot take‑up and OFW‑driven demand.
ILOILO CITY — Filipinohomes agents and brokers converged at the network’s Iloilo office on July 10, 2026, for an intensive product knowledge seminar on Deca Homes. The afternoon session zeroed in on the economic bungalow units at Deca Homes Sta. Barbara Resorts and Residences, equipping the sales force to meet the surging appetite for affordable homes.
Unlocking the Sta. Barbara Economic Bungalow
The training placed a laser focus on the single‑story detached bungalows that form the backbone of Deca Homes’ economic housing segment. Agents studied floor plans, pricing tiers, and financing pathways designed for first‑time buyers and young families. The units are positioned as a cost‑effective entry point without sacrificing quality or community amenities.
Filipinohomes brokers learned to articulate the advantages of owning a house‑and‑lot rather than renting, especially as mortgage rates remain low. The bungalow’s functional layout, combined with the expansive master‑planned community, offers a compelling narrative for budget‑conscious buyers. Agents practiced crafting presentations that highlight long‑term value and family stability.
Deca Homes Sta. Barbara is one of the largest affordable housing projects in Iloilo, spanning 738,071 square meters and set to deliver over 10,000 units. The sheer scale of the development provides a steady inventory for the network’s agents to draw from. It transforms Santa Barbara into a major residential hub that continues to attract middle‑income families.
The project includes both socialized and economic housing, giving agents a broad spectrum of options to match different buyer profiles. The seminar updated participants on construction progress and turnover schedules, ensuring they can give clients accurate timelines. A deep inventory reduces the sales cycle, as buyers can often find a unit that matches their immediate needs.
Iloilo’s house‑and‑lot take‑up rate has reached 96 percent, well above the Visayas‑Mindanao average, signaling fierce demand for horizontal properties. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reported that 17 percent of household remittances are now directed to real estate, with Iloilo capturing a substantial share. This OFW‑fueled demand keeps the affordable segment vibrant.
The city’s office market also contributes to housing demand, having overtaken Metro Cebu in occupied spaces during the first quarter. Megaworld’s Iloilo Business Park generates approximately 20,000 direct BPO jobs, creating a workforce that needs homes. These economic fundamentals make training sessions like the Deca Homes PKS critical for agents who serve a rapidly expanding buyer base.
Participants reviewed sample amortization schedules tied to Pag‑IBIG’s subsidized 3‑percent interest rate under the Expanded 4PH Program. This financing tool drastically lowers monthly payments, making homeownership achievable for minimum‑wage earners and returning overseas workers. Agents learned how to compute and present these figures clearly.
The training emphasized the OFW market, a segment that often purchases properties remotely. Filipinohomes agents were taught how to use digital tools to virtually showcase bungalows and handle documentation online. By mastering these remote‑selling skills, agents can close deals even while the buyer is abroad.
The July 10 Deca Homes PKS is part of a sustained upskilling push by Filipinohomes. Earlier sessions covered townhouses in Pavia and other Deca Homes projects, ensuring the sales force maintains comprehensive product knowledge. Continuous training sharpens agent confidence and reduces the learning curve for new recruits.
With the Santa Barbara project offering thousands of units and the market showing no signs of cooling, the seminar equipped agents to convert inquiries into signed contracts. Filipinohomes leverages its national platform to connect buyers with affordable homes, and the Iloilo team is now better armed to deliver results.




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