Government & Regulations

Maceda Law (RA 6552)

Law protecting real estate installment buyers

Definition

Republic Act 6552, known as the Maceda Law, protects buyers of real estate on installment. If you've paid at least 2 years of installments and can't continue, you're entitled to a 50% refund (plus 5% per year beyond 5 years, max 90%). It also provides grace periods for missed payments.

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