Empowering 
Your Legacy Journey

1. Clarifying Marital Property Regimes

Under Philippine law, without a prenuptial agreement, the default regime is Absolute Community of Property—meaning all assets (land, buildings, investments) acquired before and during the marriage are jointly owned  . Bellas Consultants guides couples through:

Choosing the right arrangement (community, conjugal partnership, or separation of property).

Drafting legally sound marital agreements or postnuptial contracts to clearly define asset ownership and protect both partners.

2. Complying with Foreign Ownership Rules

Philippine law prohibits foreigners from owning land but allows them to own buildings and other improvements on land  . Bellas helps ensure:

Land is registered under the Filipino spouse’s name, while structures or shares may be held by the foreign partner.

Documentation (e.g., agreements, deeds) clearly indicates ownership interests to forestall disputes.

3. Ensuring Fair Access & Benefit

Even if a foreign spouse cannot hold title to land, Philippine courts often award them half of the proceeds from sale or the value of the land in case of legal action  . Bellas supports:

Proper structuring of compensation rights.

Agreements ensuring both partners benefit equally—including profit-sharing mechanisms or equitable partition strategies.. 

4. Drafting Inclusive Agreements

Bellas drafts co-ownership agreements, covering use, management, rent, and sale of property to ensure both partners have equal decision-making rights.

These agreements serve as legal safeguards — preventing unilateral sales or loans without consent.

5. Facilitating Dispute Resolution

If a partner attempts to sell without proper consent, Bellas provides legal representation to uphold equitable ownership entitlements.

Bellas can also help establish alternative dispute resolution methods like arbitration or mediation clauses to resolve conflicts amicably.

6. Cultural & Immigration Support

By combining legal structuring with cultural understanding, Bellas ensures agreements are culturally sensitive and legally binding.

They also assist with immigration and residency implications that arise from property ownership, ensuring smooth legal status for foreign partners.

Why Bellas Is Ideal for Interracial Couples:

Legally adept—deep expertise in marriage law and property rights across jurisdictions.

Preventive and proactive—drafting agreements that guard both Filipino and foreign partners equally.

Holistic support—linking real estate structuring with immigration and marital law considerations.

Empathetic approach—tailoring advice with real-world understanding of interracial partnerships.