Senator Christopher ‘Bong’ Go has pledged stronger support for the professionalization of the Philippine real estate industry, vowing to push Senate Bill 1292 or the ‘Real Estate Salesperson Registration Speed Act of 2025’- a measure aimed at simplifying the accreditation process for sales agents across the country.
Speaking at the opening of the National Real Estate Convention 2025 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino on Sunday, October 19, Senator Christopher ‘Bong’ Go, who chairs the Senate Committee on Housing, said the proposed law aims to remove bureaucratic barriers that have long delayed the registration of salespersons, calling it a ‘significant step forward’ in strengthening the property sector’s workforce.
Faster registration means more opportunities for Filipinos to build sustainable careers in real estate and serve clients more efficiently,’ Go said in a pre-recorded message to participants.
The bill is expected to accelerate the entry of new agents into the industry-seen as critical amid robust expansion in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments nationwide.
Industry welcomes reform push
Anthony Gerard O. Leuterio, founder and chief executive of Filipino Homes, the country’s largest real estate brokerage network, welcomed Go’s initiative, stressing that digitalizing the process would greatly improve efficiency and accessibility.
‘The registration system is actually good already. What we need is to make it fully online,’ Leuterio said. ‘In other countries, you can complete registration in 20 minutes. If we can achieve that here, we will save time and make the system work better for brokers and agents alike.’
Leuterio, whose nationwide network counts over 14,000 registered salespersons under 730 licensed brokers, said the measure could also help address the growing issue of job migration by opening up more livelihood opportunities locally.
‘People are leaving the country because they want to find better income opportunities abroad,’ he noted.
‘Real estate offers Filipinos a decent way to earn here at home. With government support, we can help more people build stable careers in this field.’
Professionalization and compliance
Leuterio also stressed the importance of compliance with existing professional standards, including continuous professional development (CPD) and proper accreditation under the Real Estate Service Act (RESA).
‘Even as we expand, we follow the law,’ he said. ‘As a big company, it’s crucial that we uphold government requirements and promote ethical practice among our sales force.’
The National Real Estate Convention, also known as NatCon, serves as an annual gathering for Filipino Homes’ network of brokers, agents, and developers.
This year’s edition highlights not only fellowship and knowledge exchange but also the recognition of top-performing agents and brokers for exceptional sales and service achievements.
‘This event is a celebration of excellence and an opportunity to equip our agents with strategies to thrive in an increasingly dynamic market,’ Leuterio said.
With over 100 offices nationwide, Filipino Homes has established itself as a one-stop real estate solutions provider-reflecting the company’s broader mission to modernize and professionalize the Philippine property sector through technology, training, and collaboration.