Written By: Jacquelyn Annete García Vadnais Recently, there has been an interest in developing markets in Asia for real estate investors. The reason for this is due to affordable real estate opportunities, mixed with the economic growth that many countries are experiencing. One such country that has become appealing for real estate investment is the Philippines. Manila in particular has become an excellent place for real estate investors due to the improved infrastructure and consistent demand for housing. If you are considering investing in Manila, please consider the information below: A Brief History of the Philippines The Philippines is known for being the center of several rich cultural, and literary traditions. However, few records remain, as a great deal of the history of the Philippines was destroyed during the Spanish colonization of the islands in the 16th century. There were pre-existing cultures and languages that are still present today in the Philippines; however