Unlock Global Talent:Why Real Estate Agencies are turning to the Philippines for Remote Employees

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Kylie Confiado

PUBLISHED

January 2025

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Struggling to balance client management, marketing, and operations? Discover how Filipino professionals can streamline your agency’s workflow.

In real estate, time is everything. From responding to client inquiries to closing deals, managing listings, and marketing properties, real estate agents and brokers juggle countless responsibilities every day.

For small and medium-sized agencies, these demands can quickly become overwhelming. Rising operational costs, stretched-thin teams, and missed opportunities don’t just hurt your business—they erode your competitive edge.

The solution? Filipino remote professionals. With an Employer of Record (EOR) like Siegen Solutions, you can hire skilled transaction coordinators, marketing assistants, and virtual assistants to manage your workload efficiently and cost-effectively.

The Problem: Operational Challenges in Real Estate Agencies

Behind every successful real estate transaction is a system of interconnected tasks. But small and growing agencies often face bottlenecks such as:

  1. Inefficient Transaction Management
    Coordinating contracts, compliance, and deadlines is tedious and prone to errors.

  2. Overloaded Marketing Teams
    Keeping listings updated, creating property content, and managing social media can overwhelm small teams.

  3. High Administrative Costs
    Hiring local staff for operational support is expensive, leaving little room for growth-focused investments.

  4. Missed Client Opportunities
    Delayed responses to client inquiries or poor scheduling result in lost leads and lower client satisfaction.

These challenges don’t just slow down deals—they impact your agency’s reputation.

The Solution: Filipino Remote Talent as Your Agency’s Growth Engine

Imagine a team of skilled remote professionals handling your operations, marketing, and client coordination with precision and reliability. That’s the power of hiring Filipino talent.

Why are real estate agencies turning to the Philippines?

  1. Transaction Coordinators Who Keep Deals Moving
    Filipino professionals excel at managing contracts, coordinating deadlines, and ensuring every detail is handled, so your deals close seamlessly.

  2. Creative Marketing Assistants
    From crafting property descriptions to managing social media accounts and creating virtual tours, Filipino marketers bring creativity and efficiency to your listings.

  3. Virtual Assistants for Client Support
    Filipino VAs ensure timely responses to inquiries, manage appointment scheduling, and handle administrative tasks, freeing up your time for high-value activities.

  4. Cost-Effective Operations
    Hiring in the Philippines reduces operational costs by up to 50%, allowing you to allocate more resources to closing deals and growing your business.

  5. Cultural Compatibility and Communication Skills
    With excellent English proficiency and a collaborative work ethic, Filipino professionals integrate seamlessly into your real estate team.

The Missing Piece: An Employer of Record (EOR)

Here’s the challenge: hiring Filipino remote workers directly is illegal unless you establish a legal entity in the Philippines.

The Labor Code of the Philippines and DOLE regulations (Department Order No. 174, Series of 2017) mandate that foreign employers comply with labor laws to protect employees’ rights.

Non-compliance can lead to:

  • For Employers: Legal action, fines, and potential blacklisting.

  • For Employees: Loss of essential benefits like SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.

Setting up a legal entity is costly, time-intensive, and requires ongoing compliance. That’s why real estate agencies rely on an EOR like Siegen Solutions.

Why Siegen is the smarter choice.

Hiring in the Philippines offers immense potential, but navigating the intricacies of local labor laws and compliance can be daunting. That’s where Siegen Solutions comes in.

As your Employer of Record (EOR) partner, we ensure that every aspect of the hiring process is managed with precision, from compliance to payroll and employee support.

Here’s how Siegen supports your real estate agency:

Compliance Experts

Full Compliance with Enhanced Security Measures: We handle all legal and regulatory requirements to protect your business and employees. Additionally, we provide secure laptops pre-installed with VPNs, single sign-on controls, and administrative access management to ensure your remote team operates safely and efficiently.

Seamless Payroll & HR

Streamlined Payroll and Benefits Management with Real-Time Visibility: From managing salaries to ensuring healthcare contributions and compliance with local tax laws, we handle all aspects of payroll. Plus, our platform allows you to track employee payments and payroll summaries, offering complete transparency.

End-to-End HR Services

Recruitment Expertise at No Extra Cost: As a licensed recruitment firm in the Philippines, Siegen Solutions maintains a robust applicant tracking system filled with highly qualified candidates across various industries. Unlike other EOR providers, we include recruitment services as part of our package, ensuring you find the perfect fit for your team without incurring additional costs.

Real People, Real Support

Dedicated Human Support for HR and Payroll: Our HR and payroll experts are just a call or email away, providing real-time support for any employee-related queries or concerns. This human-centered approach ensures seamless operations and personalized assistance.

Real estate is fast-paced, and your agency needs a team that can keep up. From managing transactions to supporting marketing and client interactions, Filipino remote professionals offer a cost-effective, scalable solution to your operational challenges. By partnering with an Employer of Record like Siegen Solutions, you can streamline your workflow, reduce costs, and close more deals.

Ready to transform your real estate business? Contact Siegen Solutions today to discover how an EOR can help your agency thrive.

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Connect with a Siegen Solutions expert to explore how our Employer of Record services make it easy to hire top Filipino talent without the need to establish a local entity.

Stay compliant with local labor laws and regulations, minimizing risks and ensuring smooth operations.

Optimize your growth potential with our flexible services that adapt as your business expands, all while keeping overhead expenses low.

Leverage our extensive experience in sourcing and recruiting top remote talent to find the perfect fit for your needs.

Benefit from our complete coverage of administrative tasks, including payroll and tax management, so you can focus on driving your business forward.

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