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A founder once came to us angry. Her SEC papers were approved. Her BIR registration was done. But the bank refused to open her account. She couldn’t understand why, until …
Barangay Clearance and Mayor’s Permit: What People Forget Read MoreTwo weeks after registering, Miguel got a letter from the BIR, and a ₱5,000 penalty. He wasn’t earning yet. He thought he didn’t have to file anything. But that’s not …
BIR Deadlines Most First-Time Founders Miss (And Pay For) Read MoreStarting a business can feel overwhelming, and honestly, it’s not easy. Between hidden costs, unclear requirements, and conflicting advice, it’s hard to know what you really need to get started. …
Are You Wasting Thousands on an Office You Don’t Need? (Here’s How to Stop Now) Read MoreMost founders frame their COR like a diploma, but never actually read it. One client I met had hers proudly displayed on her wall. She thought it meant everything was …
How To Read Your COR Like A Pro (So You Don’t Miss Anything) Read MoreLast month, a founder came to us with a problem. She’d spent ₱30,000 and still didn’t have a single official receipt. She registered as a Sole Proprietor because someone told …
Are You About To Pick the Wrong Business Structure? Read MoreWe’ve heard you, and we’re growing with you. vOffice Philippines is thrilled to announce the opening of our newest location at Sun Tree, Ortigas, officially operational since October 10th, 2025. …
vOffice Expands to Sun Tree, Ortigas: Your New Strategic Home for Growth Read MorevOffice Philippines is proud to announce a groundbreaking milestone as we officially launch our world-class Virtual Office and Meeting Room services on Lazada. As the first Virtual Office and business …
vOffice Philippines Launches on Lazada – A First in the Virtual Office Industry Read MoreThe real cost of expanding isn’t money. It’s missteps. Southeast Asia is a magnet for remote founders. The cost of talent is lower. The timezone works. And the opportunity to …
How to Expand in Southeast Asia Without Hiring an Entire Legal Team Read MoreThe recent escalation of U.S. tariffs on imports from Southeast Asian nations has disrupted regional trade dynamics. However, amidst these challenges, the Philippines has emerged as a relative beneficiary, leveraging …
How U.S. Tariffs on ASEAN Countries Are Benefiting the Philippines Read MorevOffice Philippines and De La Salle’s College of Saint Benilde have a common goal of enriching the young Filipino Entrepreneur’s mind and with that in mind we have geared towards …
vOffice and De La Salle’s College of Saint Benilde – On a Mission Read MorevOffice is opening a new center in Poblacion, a thriving community of young start ups. This space offers flexible co-working areas, private offices, and facilities designed to help your business …
vOffice Opens in Poblacion Read MorevOffice together with Sun Plaza Team launches a joint venture and opens its door to the Public on June 3 2024. Sun Plaza, a major player in the real estate …
vOffice Opens its Largest Office in Manila Read MoreArtificial intelligence (AI) is poised to fundamentally reshape the practice of law. While there is a long history of technology-driven changes in how attorneys work, the recent introduction of large …
How AI will revolutionize the practice of law Read MoreDid you know that Filipinos have an affection when it comes to Western culture and their products? Yes, that’s the reason why foreigners have an easy time adjusting in the …
Top Reasons Foreigners Experience Difficulty Setting Up Their Business in The Philippines Read MoreDid you know that BPO companies in the Philippines employ more than 2 million people? That’s right, The Philippines is a strong competitor when it comes to global BPO companies …
Why is Philippines the top destination for outsourcing Read More