As a premier conduit that helped thousands of Filipinos achieve their desire to own their homes, Pag-IBIG continues to fulfill dreams. But to those eligible members who have yet to take advantage of this offer, here are the answers to some of the most commonly-asked questions about Pag-IBIG Affordable Housing Program.
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What is Pag-IBIG Fund Affordable Housing Program (AHP)?
Pag-IBIG Fund’s Affordable Housing Program (AHP) offers opportunities for Pag-IBIG Fund members who are minimum-wage earners whose monthly gross income does not exceed P17,500 to finance property acquisition, such as house and lot, using its low-interest loans payable up to 30 years.
What are the qualified purposes of Pag-IBIG loans?
Pag-IBIG housing loans may be used to finance the:
- Purchase of a fully-developed residential lot or adjoining lots whose area do not exceed 1,000 square meters;
- Purchase of a residential house and lot, townhouse, or condominium unit;
- Construction or completion of a residential unit on a lot owned by the Pag-IBIG member.
Am I eligible to apply for Affordable Housing Program?
Members who are eligible to avail of the Program are those who satisfy the following requirements. Pag-IBIG member:
- must have made 24 monthly contributions under Pag-IBIG I Membership Program. New members may pay the 24 monthly membership contributions in lump sum, corresponding to the loan amount applied for;
- has a gross monthly income not exceeding ₱17,500.00 for those working in Metro Manila and ₱14,000.00 for workers in other regions;
- must not be more than 65 years old;
- has no outstanding Pag-IBIG housing loan;
- has no outstanding multi-purpose loan in arrears;
- had no Pag-IBIG housing loan that was foreclosed, cancelled, bought back due to default or subjected to Dacion en Pago or giving back of the property mortgaged to lender in exchange of discharge from the mortgage debt.
I am an eligible Pag-IBIG Fund member; how much can I borrow?
- A qualified Pag-IBIG member may borrow up to a maximum amount of ₱750,000. The amount depends onthe member’s actual need, his loan entitlement based on gross monthly income, his loan entitlement based on capacity to pay, and the loan-to-appraisal value ratio, whichever is the lowest.
- A maximum of three qualified Pag-IBIG members may be secured into a single loan provided they are related within the second civil degree of consanguinity or affinity.
What is the loan to appraisal value ratio?
The loan to appraisal value ratio is:
| Loan Amount | Loan-to-Appraisal Value Ratio |
|---|---|
| Up to ₱450,000 | 100% |
| Over ₱450,000 to ₱750,000 | 90% |
What are the loan’s interest rates?
For the first five years of the loan, interest rate for loans of up to ₱450,000 is 3% provided the gross monthly income is ₱15,000 for those working in Metro Manila and ₱12,000 for workers in other regions. For loans of up to ₱750,000, the interest rate is 6.5%, provided the gross monthly income for those working in Metro Manila is not more than ₱17,500, and not more than ₱14,000 for workers in other regions.
At the end of the ten-year period, the interest rate shall be re-evaluated based on the prevailing interest rate of Pag-IBIG Fund’s pricing framework or it shall be increased by 2%, whichever is lower. Interest rates shall be re-priced periodically depending on the chosen fixed pricing period of the borrower. The base rate for succeeding re-pricing shall be the interest rate for the immediately preceding re-pricing period.
How long should I pay for the loan?
The maximum repayment period for the loan is thirty (30) years.
Are there any other charges collected?
Processing fee of a loan shall be ₱3,000: ₱1,000 is paid upon filing of the loan application and the remaining ₱2,000 will be paid upon loan takeout.
Where to file Housing Loan Application?
- Housing loan application may be filed online on the Pag-IBIG website.
- Housing Loan applicants may also go to the Pag-IBIG Metro Manila/Regional Branch that has territorial jurisdiction over the property subject of the loan.
What is the Processing Time?
The regular processing time for a housing loan application is 15 working days, provided the borrower has submitted all the necessary requirements.
What are the checklist for Pag-IBIG housing loan application?
I. HOUSING LOAN APPLICATION
1. Notarized Developer’s Sworn Certification (HQP-HLF-062)
2. Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)/Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT) with Deed of Assignment of CTS with SPA (With
Buyer’s Conformity) duly annotated thereon (Certified True Copy)
3. Updated Tax Declaration and Updated Real Estate Property Tax Receipt (photocopy)
4. TCT/CCT with Deed of Assignment of CTS with SPA (With Buyer’s Conformity) duly annotated thereon (Owner’s Duplicate
Copy)
5. Mortgage Documents
a. Notarized Deed of Assignment of CTS with SPA (With Buyer’s Conformity) duly registered with Registry of Deeds and
bearing the original RD stamp (HQP-HLF-523)
b. Contract-to-Sell (HQP-HLF-161)
c. Duly accomplished/notarized Promissory Note (HQP-HLF-086/087)
d. Pre-signed Deed of Absolute Sale (HQP-HLF-525)
e. Pre-signed Disclosure Statement on Loan Transaction (HQP-HLF-085)
f. Pre-signed Loan and Mortgage Agreement (HQP-HLF-162/163)
6. Notarized Certificate of Acceptance (HQP-HLF-083)
7. Borrower’s Validation Sheet (HQP-HLF-058)
8. Documentary requirements submitted during the advance evaluation and technical inspection (Refer to Item II).
II. ADVANCE EVALUATION / TECHNICAL APPRAISAL
FOR BORROWER
1. Housing Loan Application with recent ID photos of borrower/co-borrower (if applicable) (2 copies, HQP-HLF-068/069)
2. Proof of Income (see details at the back)
3. One (1) valid primary ID (Photocopy, back-to-back) of Principal Borrower, Co-Borrower, and Developer’s Authorized
Representative and Attorney-In-Fact, if applicable. The same ID must be presented during the conduct of borrower’s validation.
FOR DEVELOPER
1. Letter Request for Advance Evaluation and Technical Inspection
2. Softcopy of Borrower’s Profile
3. Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)/Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT) in the name of Developer or land owner, in case of
Joint Venture.
4. Updated Tax Declaration and Updated Real Estate Tax Receipt (photocopy)
5. Pag-IBIG Fund Receipt for payment of Processing fee (photocopy)
Where are the Pag-IBIG Fund offices located in the Philippines and abroad?
You can find a list of Pag-IBIG Fund offices in this directory listing.
