The Philippines is the world’s new retirement capital: What does that mean for real estate

The Philippines has always been a place people come home to. Now, the world is seeing it as a place worth staying in. In the Retirement Abroad Index 2026 released by international health insurer Expatriate Group, the Philippines ranked first among 20 destinations evaluated for retirement living, scoring highly for affordability, visa accessibility, private healthcare, and strong expat integration. It is a major win for the country. Beyond tourism, it sends a signal to real estate: the Philippines is becoming more attractive not only as a place to visit, but as a place to live, return to, retire in, and […]... Keep on reading: The Philippines is the world’s new retirement capital: What does that mean for real estate