A lot of people see the convenience and freedom driving provides. Due to this, many are eager to drive. However, they must acquire the required driving skills and get a license before experiencing the benefits of driving. Many Filipinos learn the basics of driving through a family member or a friend as it costs them nothing, compared with taking driving lessons, with prices ranging from Php 2,500 up to Php…
The coronavirus pandemic has brought many changes to everyone’s life, resulting in people having altered daily routines, experiencing social isolation, and feeling the situation’s financial pressure. Accordingly, the increase in the number of COVID-19 positive cases in the Philippines and the continuing imposition of lockdowns and community quarantine has become stressful. According to the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH), there has been an increase in Filipinos facing mental health…
Cashless transactions have become prevalent during the pandemic, as many Filipinos stayed in their homes during the community quarantine. Many people use online financial service apps, such as Gcash, Paymaya, or Paypal, debit cards, or credit cards to purchase essential items online or provide cashless payment at actual stores. The lockdown due to the coronavirus almost entirely closed businesses in the country and affected employees’ family income. It resulted in the…
People consider their budget, their needs, and the type of vehicle they want, and what car insurance to avail of when selecting the car they want to purchase. Some even go beyond these factors, weighing whether to buy a brand-new car or a second-hand vehicle. Some Filipinos choose to buy used cars as these are much cheaper than brand new ones. Accordingly, buyers of second-hand vehicles do not have to worry…
The Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) lifted the number coding scheme in March this year due to limited public transportation operations during the enhanced community quarantine in Metro Manila. Seven months after the suspension, the agency decided to keep the coding scheme lifted because of the limited number of public utility vehicles available for many Filipinos’ return to the roads after the lockdown. MMDA General Manager Jose Arturo Garcia has…
Unexpected events, such as accidents and loss of properties, happen every day. And these uncertainties can set back people financially. This is why an insurance policy is vital for Filipinos who want to protect themselves and their valued properties from damages and losses. Getting insured can help minimize the financial burden the unexpected events may bring. There are different kinds of non-life insurance Philippines available in the market, each with…
The coronavirus pandemic has affected the normal flow of work and business, halting operations during the first few months of 2020. Various companies, including insurance firms, have temporarily closed during the enhanced community quarantine implementation in March and continued during the Modified ECQ in May and the current general community quarantine. The strict regulations of the community quarantines have affected individual lives and the workflow of businesses. For example, most…
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has been continuously monitoring La Niña’s possible development since March 2020. However, it is only in June this year that it has declared the rainy season’s start. The rainy climate condition and La Nina phenomenon bring about above-normal rainfall conditions over some parts of the country. During the rainy season, the occurrence of storms is expected in the Philippines. According to…
Many Filipinos want to have their own car someday after nearly a lifetime of commuting on crowded jeepneys, buses, and trains. After learning how to drive and getting their driver’s license, they’ll likely want to get their own vehicle. First-time car buyers will likely have a hard time deciding which car to get, especially since there are many factors to consider when getting a car. Many people will probably want…
In the world we live today, there is no denying that cars are prevalent and important. People buy their own vehicles because it is an easy mode of transportation that made travel more convenient and easier than before. Unlike relying on public transportation for your daily commute, you can enjoy the liberty and independence that comes with having a car. The number of car owners is increasing every day as…