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APP fraud: What is it and how OFWs can avoid it

APP stands for authorised push payments, while APP fraud happens when an unsuspecting victim loses access to their precious funds by willingly sending money from their account to a scammer’s account. People fall for this scam because fraudsters pretend to be someone a person trusts, like a loved one or a reputable organisation or business. This causes APP fraud victims to suffer heartbreaking consequences, often waiting months to recover their savings.To learn more about APP fraud, how it looks, and what to do if you or someone you know has been scammed, read on.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 6 November 2024 0 Comments
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10 frequently asked questions about the OFW Pabahay Program

The OFW Pabahay Program, more formally known as the Tahanan ng Bagong Bayani Program or TBB provides OFWs and government employees with an array of affordable homes located in planned communities throughout the Philippines. Read on to discover the answers to 10 of the most frequently asked questions about the TBB program.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 9 July 2024 0 Comments
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What is the OFW Pabahay Program?

The OFW Pabahay Program, also known as Tahanan ng Bagong Bayani program (TBB), aims to provide Filipinos working outside the country with affordable homes in the Philippines. With the TBB program, OFWs have a better chance of finding a reasonably priced dream home from several housing projects around the country.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 21 June 2024 0 Comments
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PayPal money transfer: A guide for OFWs

When it’s time to send money to the Philippines, a busy overseas Filipino worker (OFW) needs the most time-efficient and economical remittance method. Some may turn to PayPal money transfers to reload their loved one’s funds back home. Known as an online payment platform, PayPal has partnered with brands in the Philippines to make it easier for OFWs to fund accounts and pay their families’ bills from miles away.However, as with any peer-to-peer payment app, money transfers will come at a cost.In this article, we’ll discuss what PayPal is, how you can use it to send money to the Philippines, and a Filipino alternative with competitive exchange rates.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 26 April 2024 0 Comments
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Online banking security: 7 tips every OFW should know

Whether you’re checking your savings account on the Internet or sending money home through person-to-person (P2P) payment apps, you need to be mindful of online banking security measures to keep your funds safe and ensure they reach the people you love.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 15 March 2024 0 Comments
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Investing in real estate for OFWs

Being an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) means working to support your loved ones back home; however, it also means preparing for a future where you no longer need to leave them behind. Find out how you can earn by owning or investing in property. In this article, we’ve highlighted some of the common ways you can generate income through residential real estate.


kabayan remit By Jessica Santiago 2 January 2024 0 Comments