Be very afraid of "Annabelle: Creation"

Annabelle is coming to theaters again, and this time audiences will be taken through the infamous doll’s very beginnings—from her first home in a little girl’s room to her first possession of a little girl’s soul, in New Line Cinema's “Annabelle: Creation.”

After a chilling cameo in “The Conjuring,” followed by a starring role in her own film, it became clear to filmmakers that moviegoers were ready to uncover the origins of the doll that has both terrified and captivated them.

So, on the heels of his successful feature directing debut, last summer’s hit “Lights Out,” director David F. Sandberg was tapped to helm “Annabelle: Creation,” the next chapter in James Wan’s “Conjuring” universe produced by Peter Safran and Wan.

“I was already a big fan of ‘The Conjuring,’ it felt like a classic that stood out from a lot of other modern horror movies,” Sandberg says. “I remember I was really intrigued by that world and excited to do my own sort of classic take within the genre.”

“When I was directing the first ‘Conjuring’ and we were designing the Warrens’ haunted artifact room, I remember between myself, the studio and the producers, we all kind of looked at each other and said, ‘You know, it would be incredible if we could tell the stories of each of these objects,’” Wan recalls, referring to the collection the couple had confiscated over their years of paranormal investigation. “Even then, we felt that giving Annabelle that prologue opening was cool, but we sensed she had a lot more stories to tell. Every time that doll appeared on screen for just those few minutes, people shifted in their seats. Audiences react to her.”

To craft the story, the filmmakers turned to scribe Gary Dauberman, who had written “Annabelle” and was eager to dive back in. “The first film I wrote extended the mythology of the doll,” he says. “For this one, we wanted to dig into her history and see if we could find out how the evil started.

“Dolls are things that bring people joy, right?” he continues. “They’re given as gifts, passed down through generations. So I wanted to set that up for Annabelle by starting her out from a place of love—a happy family—in order to sort of lay the groundwork for a nice contrast to all the bad stuff that would follow.”

With a toy taking center stage, kids seemed an appropriate addition to the tale. While batting around more ideas, Dauberman relates, “It was James who had the idea to make the kids orphans, and from there I had my playing field. Then I just had to figure out what it is about this particular doll that makes it so haunting and evil.”

Sandberg says the sense of dread already attached to her carried over to the set of “Annabelle: Creation,” revealing, “even the actors were a little wary around her, asking me, ‘Do I have to touch the doll? I don’t really want to touch it,’” he smiles.

In fact, at the request of certain cast members, the production brought in a Catholic priest to bless the set and the prop Annabelle dolls, much as they did before cameras rolled on “The Conjuring 2” and the most recent production, “The Nun.”

Just in case.

Opening across the Philippines on August 26, “Annabelle: Creation” is a New Line Cinema presentation, an Atomic Monster/Safran Company production. The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

National Bookstore celebrates creativity with Art Bar, Work Station and Noteworthy

Next to paperbacks/books, I am obsessed with pens. I have a favorite pen. I think I have collected 50 gel pens alone. Just because I am very particular with ball points. The pen aisle looks like a paradise to me and could anywhere tempts me to spend Php500 for pens alone, not to mention Sharpies. The millennials are very lucky to find bookstore that carries their addiction for pens.

I am happy to tell you that Greenbelt houses Noteworthy which carries all kind of pens and stationery .

National Bookstore recently launches Art Bar, Work Station and Noteworthy on July 25 at Greenbelt Makati.

If you go crazy over pens and stationery or are looking for unique and thoughtful gifts, then Noteworthy is the place for you! This store offers a great and unique selection of writing materials that will surely get your creative juices flowing. From notebooks and journals for every personality to note cards and gift wrappers for every occasion, you’ll find the exact paper product you need here. Pair that up with Noteworthy’s extensive line of pens from premium collector pens to special professional grade calligraphy pens to everyday ballpoint pens.

Noteworthy offers the most-loved pen and stationery brands worldwide, including Tokyo’s Itoya, Caran d’ Ache, Sheaffer, Filofax, Lihit Lab, Kate Spadekate spade, ban.do and many more.

Nowadays, people are displaying their creativity in different ways –  from creating their own unique hashtags, to decorating their office desks, to making DIY cards. The goal is to make something one-of-a-kind that reflects their personality.

It’s great to get in touch with one’s artistic side, whether it is driven by passion or the desire to just have something nice. Luckily, there are new shops slash havens that have have something for everyone with a creative soul, from the self-taught to the professional artists. Get ready to explore and hoard in these new specialty shops from National Book Store, the Philippines’ biggest bookstore and supplies chain.

First stop: Art Bar 

Art Bar is heaven for all artists – from the hobbyists to the accomplished. The store offers all the possible art materials that you can imagine, from a wide range of brushes, high-quality pencils, painting paints, canvasses, to art books and various tools for artists sketch pads. Beyond the supplies stash, Art Bar also hosts workshops and product trials in-store to give customers an interactive creative experience.

If you still need another reason to check out Art Bar, know that it carries exclusive hard to find global brands that artistic types know and covet like Caran d’Ache, Sennelier, Pan Pastel, Touch and Fredrix.

In addition to Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils, you can find the complete line of artist-staple brands of Tsukineko and Ranger stamp pads, the complete selection of ZIG Kuratake products like brush pens, markers and ink. Adding to their great lineup of products are Caran d’Ache, Sheaffer, Filofax, Lihit Lab, Kate Spade and many moreWinsor & Newton, Sakura, Pebeo, Zig, Liquitex, to name a few.

Art Bar is located in Serendra, Taguig City. Follow Art Bar on Facebook and Instagram @artbarph.  

Second Stop: Work Station

If you’re looking to set up or jazz up your work area for help in setting up an office for your startup company or just wanting to elevate your workspace, Work Station will give you what you need at the budget you want.  It has a wide selection of supplies, desk and office accessories, office furniture, gadgets, and machinery business machines that will let you create a dynamic office lifestyle and enhance your productivity.

When you walk into Work Station, a store product expert will ask questions to help you create the work environment that would best match your needs and deliver optimum results. They will then recommend the best match for your needs and lifestyle.

If you’re not looking for a major overhaul, you can just get what you need to make your work life easier – electronic gadgets, desks, chairs, printers and storage boxes – down to the basics like organizers, clips, papers and labeling accessories. You can choose all of these from Work Station’s wide selection of brands and broad price range offering.

Work Station is located at BGC Stopover, Taguig City. Follow Work Station on Facebook and Instagram @workstation.ph.

Gen Korea BBQ House x Manila

California’s famous Gen Korean BBQ House is now open and ready to serve Filipino diners.

The popular all-you-can-eat restaurant chain, which has twenty one branches across the United States, is a favorite among Filipino-Americans and Filipino tourists. So to have it right here in Philippine shores is a real treat for those who wish to experience, or re-visit, Gen.

Gen’s key to success is its premium all-you-can-eat and order-all-you-can style that doesn’t scrimp on quality, giving the customers amazing value. The branch here in the Philippines will be no different, according to David Ghim, Vice President of Operations of Gen Korean BBQ House.

“Everything that people knew and loved, and will know and love about it [Gen Korean BBQ House] is all here,” Ghim enthused. “All the meat is sourced directly from the same suppliers that provide top-quality premium meat to the other branches in the US,” he continued.

The aforementioned premium meats are the highlight of the Gen dining experience. Their menu features over 30 different selections of premium meat— from beef, chicken, pork, and locally sourced fresh seafood. Diners also have the choice to order deliciously marinated meat, with a selection of different flavor profiles and ingredients from all around the world. One of their biggest best-sellers is the beef brisket, which is served fresh and beautifully presented in marbled pink rolls. Another item that Pinoys will surely love is the pork belly (liempo, in local parlance) that comes in different flavors, namely smoked garlic, cajun, and red-wine infused.

Ghim also took pride in the steps they’ve taken making sure that Manila can provide the authen-tic Gen experience. “We’ll be bringing over the fan-favorites from the US so everyone in the Philippines can experience them without having to book a flight,” Ghim explained.

Right when diners take a seat at Gen Korean BBQ House, amongst the chic interiors, diners are immediately served a colorful array of banchan (traditional Korean side dishes). What makes each branch so successful aside from their premium meats is their exemplary service. Waitstaff and managers are very quick when attending to customers’ needs and do it all with a smile on their faces .

“The GEN experience is something that beings the moment you walk through the doors. You’re greeted with the classic blue lights, energetic music, and our friendly servers. We pride ourselves on our premium meats and seafood, and of course our amazing service.” explains David Ghim, who is in Manila to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Aside from being the first Gen branch outside of the US, it is also touted to be the largest with a 500-person seating capacity.

For more information, inquiries, and reservations, visit the Gen Korean BBQ Facebook page, and follow their instagram @GenKBBQ_PH. 

How Marian Rivera maintains her Glow

Kapuso Primetime Royalty, box-office queen, three time FHM Philippines Sexiest, and hundreds of magazine covers-- bash her all you want but there is no denying that Marian Rivera is one of the Philippines most beautiful celebrities.

I've seen her a couple of times in person already, but its hard not to get awestruck by her beautiful face. Makes you wonder just how hard it is for her to keep her skin glowing and almost flawless right?

Earlier today, I almost missed Marian at the launch event of her newest endorsement for Snow Crystal White Tomato thankfully I was able to listen in to one of the interviews and she actually revealed how she kept her skin beautiful--  By staying hydrated and moisturized!

The Queen of the Kapuso network says that she's into three things: steaming, moisturizing, and religiously applying sunblock. She also said she makes sure to take off her make up after work no matter how tired she is. "Pagkatapos ng pagkatapos ng taping ko, magtatanggal ako ng makeup."

Finally, Marian says she removes impurities by taking a shower when she gets home and applies lotion to keep her skin soft!

With her latest endorsement--Snow Crystal White Tomato--Marian says she hopes to help other Filipino women achieve more beautiful skin and become more confident about themselves.

Snow Crystal White Tomato from Vida Nutriscience, is the first supplement in the Philippines that offers  the unique combination of Phytofloral derived from Crystal White Tomato and the popular and proven Kohjin Glutathione.

Phytofloral is new to the Philippine Market, and Vida Nutriscience is the first company to offer it in a widely available oral supplement.  It is a very effective, clinically tested whitening and anti-aging compound.  Phytofloral offers protection against darkening and even damage caused by exposure to UV rays of the sun.  It is also very effective for evening skin tone.

The Crystal White Tomato from which the Colorless Carotenoids that make up Phytofloral are derived is a non-GMO.   The combination of Phytofloral with Kohjin Glutathione is topped off with Bioperine, an ingredient that increases the efficacy of the Phytofloral and Kohjin Glutathione combination by 30%.

“Marian’s looks tend to distract us from the fact that she is an extraordinary, multi-faceted woman.  She worked as a psychologist; she is a versatile actress in different genres like drama, action, and comedy; she has also hosted a dance show, a gag show, and a talk show.  Now she is a hands-on mother and an ambassador for The Smile Train.  She is fearless, she always has the confidence to reinvent herself and her career, that is why she stays relevant, that is why she is the queen”, says Erick Armigos, President and CEO of Vida Nutriscience. “At this stage in her career, Marian is a perfect fit for Vida at this point as our company continues to grow and introduce innovations to health and beauty,” concludes Armigos.

“At Vida Nutriscience, we take pride in the fact that we are always fresh and always relevant”, says Armigos. “We were among the first in the country to offer whitening supplements with 500mg of glutathione with our very popular SnowCaps brand.  We were also the first, and so far the only company to come up with a Yerba Mate-based supplement and drink in mySlim.” He continues.

“Just as Marian Rivera has reinvented herself countless times to earn the title of queen, we at Vida feel we are also adapting through innovation in order to stay ahead, we are proud and happy to welcome queen Marian to the Vida family,”  says Armigos.

Snow Crystal White Tomato is available in Mercury Drugstore, Watson’s, and other leading drugstores nationwide.  For more information on Snow Crystal White Tomato, visit www.vidanutriscience.com or www.facebook.com/snowskinwhite.  

McDonald’s Twister Fries is back starting July 28!

Yes, you heard it right! McDonald’s Twister Fries is back and will be available in every McDonald’s store nationwide starting July 28. After three long years, this great news is definitely worth the wait.

It’s the McDonald’s fries made with a delicious twist—literally. Savor the crispy golden curls and spices of this glorious potato treat. Twister Fries is available for a limited time only so what are you waiting for? Hurry up and get it while you can!

And since it’s available for a limited time only—why not enjoy it every day? After all—#MinsanLangTo! Enjoy it a la carte or go big with the BFF size! You can also have your Twister Fries fix when you upgrade your regular fries and drink meal. Pair it with a McFloat or McFreeze for an even more exciting snack time experience.

Bite into the potato goodness with a twist when you dine in any time at McDonald’s restaurants nationwide. You can also enjoy McDonald’s Twister Fries via Drive-Thru or McDelivery by dialing 86-2-36, visiting www.mcdelivery.com.ph, or using the McDo PH app.

Tell your friends and loved ones that the long wait is over because McDonald’s Twister Fries is back! Share your photos on Facebook, facebook.com/McDo.ph or tag @McDo_PH on Twitter or Instagram.

Melt your fats away with Blue Water Day Spa's MLD and Indian Head Massage

This is good news to those on a diet and wanted to eliminate excess fats in their body thru massage. MLD or Mild lymphatic massage is the perfect therapeutic prescription for detoxifying and slimming; this toxin targeting technique recharges the immune system and reduce water retention and boosts sluggish circulation. This is very gentle and extremely relaxing. Yes, you hear it right, melt your fats away while you relax inside a spa.

Blue Water Day Spa recently introduced MLD or Mild lymphatic massage and 
Indian Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage to the media on July 25 at Blue Water Day Spa Ortigas-Greenhills branch. The therapist demonstrates MLD and Indian Head Massage to their models. The MLD is an hour massage where the therapist applies light pressure to certain areas of the body that have a high concentration of lymph nodes such as the auxiliary and inguinal regions.

The recommended visits for those who wanted to massage their fats away is once a week. There are health benefits aside of course from slimming. It can prove beneficial in the correction of numerous conditions as well as in preventative health maintenance; practitioners using MLD are doctors, surgeons, osteopathic physicians, doctors of chiropractic, physical therapists, dentists, massage therapists and the like.

MLD works to help recirculate body fluids, stimulate functioning and balancing of the immune system. When accomplished, results may be:

* Relief of vertigo, dizziness, headaches and migraines
* Reduction in edemas (swelling) and lymphedemas of many origins.
* Relief of chronic and subacute inflammation and conditions such as acne, eczema and allergies.
* Regeneration of tissues and anti-aging effects
* Detoxification of the body
* Deep relaxation to aid insomnia, depression, stress, loss of vitality and loss of memory.
* Alleviation of adiposis and cellulite tissue.

This massage is best to stimulate and improve the following: 
* Edemas
* Wrinkles, skin complexion, eye bags, sagging breasts, cellulites
* Sleeping disorder, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Cholesterol, Stress
* Memory Loss, Immune system stimulation
* PMS, Breast Pain, Infertility, Menstruation, Fibrocystic Masopathy in breasts
* Headaches, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis,
* Sprains, Hematomas, Fractures, Traumas
* Muscle Cramps, Scars/Fibrosis
* Neck pain, Whiplash, Lower back pain, Sciatica
* Bladder and Kidney

Indian Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage is an ancient and therapeutic massage technique which I had to try for 15 minutes. This is highly recommended to those who are having difficulty sleeping. This is very relaxing. My mind wanders off when the therapist put her magic hands on my head. I slept for about 10 minutes. Indian head is practiced in india for over a thousand years. All their therapists underwent training and techniques through International Indian trainor, Ms Ranjeet Kour.

It focuses on the back, shoulders, neck, head and face – areas where tension, tightness and stiffness  built up. With aromatic essential oils that help soothe the nerves, you will feel calm, balanced and absolutely de-stressed after the treatment.

It stimulates and improves scalp circulation for promoting strength , growth and texture of hair. It relaxes scalp.It relieves eye strain and headaches

Indian Head massage is not advisable if you're suffering from neck injury, fracture, severe headache, fever, active migraine, hypertension and vertigo.

Hari Osias Banaag: Brings global attention to the Filipino sport "Sikaran"

The Global Sikaran Foundation Headquarters in Delano, California. 

Sikaran is a Filipino Martial Art said to have originated in the Tagalog region. Here, opponents for sport or for combat try to engage each other using kicks that mimic that of the farm animals. A Side Thrust Kick, for example, copies the kick of a cow. The Back Kick is inspired by the powerful backwards punt of a horse, while the Jumping Front Kick copies a steed as it rears. The most widely-used or “signature” kick is the Biyakid or Biyak Patagilid which engages the power of the whole body and channels it to the waist, leg, and feet, making it the most effective one in the combatant’s arsenal.

Hari Osias Banaag, a Filipino Sikaran Grand Master based in the US, is trying to bring global attention to the Filipino sport that he literally and figuratively discovered in his own backyard. Growing up in Baras, he was conscripted by his father to learn Karate as a form of self-defense. “I started with Karate in 1968, my father didn’t want me to be picked on by other children. I took lessons for three years, but my heart was not into it,” he recalls.

What he did enjoy were the roughhouse games that he and his playmates were wont to find themselves into. They fought each other using their legs and feet, falling on dayami (hay) cushions that were plentiful during harvest time. It was child’s play for him, until he saw how effective it was against an opponent. “One time, I saw my brother brawling in the street against someone who was wielding a belt. I was impressed when I saw him fend the attacker off using only his feet and legs. That was when I started looking into Sikaran seriously. As a son of Baras, Rizal, where the sport is thought to have originated, I could say that it was in my blood.”

Sikaran was represented in the 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Championship in Korea. Hari Osias Banaag met with Dr. Khalil Khan, President and Founder of the Belt Wrestling Federation and the new Chairman of the UNESCO Traditional Sports and Games, along with UNESCO officials Angela Melo and Shammi Rama, and Jong Lee of the Martial Arts Festival.

In the course of his research, he found out more about the roots of Sikaran and was convinced that more than child’s play, it was a legitimate form of martial arts. “Sikaran is totally different from other Martial Arts styles: Karate employs hands for Punching and Chopping, Kung Fu uses the feet and hands, but focuses on displays for cinematic effect. I would say that Tae Kwon Do is the closest when it comes to the use of kicks, but the style and center of power is different. Karate originated from Japan, Kung Fu is from China and Tae Kwon Do is Korean. Sikaran is the ancient art of Filipino foot fighting. It is pure Filipino.”

        Sikaran was recognized at the 2016 Cheongju World Martial Arts Mastership. 

Inspired by what he has learned and the potential for the sport, Hari put up his Martial Arts school in September 1976, calling it the Foremost Sikaran Brotherhood. “I called it Foremost because it was the first training school of its kind.”

In 1997, he attended the World Martial Arts for Peace event in Washington, D.C., representing Sikaran. He also decided to migrate to the US to bring the sport abroad, starting with training relatives and friends. By 1998, he was able to establish the Global Sikaran Federation DBA, a Sikaran-Arnis Academy in California.

News of the new form of martial art spread, and soon he was meeting with Hollywood luminaries and Martial Arts experts such as Cynthia Rothrock, Jerry Fisher, Don “The Dragon” Wilson, and Eric Lee. He was awarded by the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the Sole King of Sikaran in 2004, and received a Presidential Active Lifestyle Award by George Bush in the same year. By 2008 he was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame and awarded a Doctorate of Martial Arts.

Under his leadership, Global Sikaran has grown to be known in 13 countries, where, aside from the Philippine and the US, it now has headquarters in Canada, Australia, Algeria, Korea, Sri Lanka, India, Italy Mexico, Argentina, Burundi and Saudi Arabia. Instructions are done in Filipino, Hari proudly reveals.

He recently attended and was warmly received at the UNESCO Collective Consultation Meeting on the Preservation and the Promotion of Traditional Sports and Game (TSG). “I am pushing for Sikaran to be included in the Olympics,” he shares. He also dreams of it as being included in Filipino school curriculums and to be recognized as a National Sport.

Aside from Sikaran being an effective form of self-defense, Hari says that it teaches discipline that one can practice in everyday life. “We teach the values of honor, respect, loyalty, self-discipline, and dedication. Without these, we would not achieve success. As some train for glory, power and greed, we choose to promote humility, honor and dignity.

 Sikaran was awarded in the First Filipino Martial Arts Hall Of Fame 2012 in Manila.

Joining Hari Banaag in the photo, from left: Col. Arnold Abad, Sarah Abad, Hari’s Brother Master Manuel Banaag, Actor Ricardo Cepeda, Annie Torres of Philippine Tourism and Col. Lyndon Torres.

 Hollywood Actress Lady Fighter Cynthia Rothrock is one of the supporters of Sikaran. Hari met with her again at the Presidential Champion Awards in San Diego, California last August 201

OPPO supports Sarah Geronimo’s “Finally Found Someone” premiere

OPPO supports Sarah Geronimo’s “Finally Found Someone” premiere on July 24 at SM Megamall Cinema simultaneously with the launch of F3 Sarah Limited Edition smartphone as part of her 3rd year anniversary with OPPO.

The exclusive Finally Found Someone block screening was attended by the media and Sarah Geronimo's fans. It was almost 4 years ago since I have watched a Sarah-John Lloyd movie.  We were "first dibs" to Finally Found Someone movie. I should say that their loveteam still has that "kilig" factor overall. Watch out why and prepare to fall in love again on July 26.

The Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition F3 smartphone has a special packaging box and bears Sarah’s signature at the back of the phone.

OPPO gives its full support to the much

anticipated big-screen comeback of Sarah Geronimo, who stars in this year’s biggest romantic comedy of the year, Finally Found Someone.
Pinoy fans are in for a roller coaster ride of emotions as Raffy and April
(Geronimo) take us through the intertwining of their polar opposite lives – living through a PR crisis with a cutthroat, career-driven over achiever while the other end of the spectrum is
an honest, sincere, and idealistic girl who believes in the powers of the
heart.

Director Theodore Borobol (Vince and Kath and James) aims to excite fans in
this not-so-typical rom-com by showing the versatility of both Sarah and her on-screen partner. The intense tension between the characters will keep the viewers on their feet and waiting in anticipation on whether or not they can see past their
differences and have their relationship blossom into something more.

Today, as the country celebrates Finally Found Someone’s opening night, Geronimo takes her time to thank OPPO for their continuous support in all her endeavors. In celebration of Geronimo’s third year as OPPO’s endorser, the brand officially announced last July 12, 2017 the Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition F3 smartphone composed of a special packaging box and Sarah’s signature at the back of the phone.

Revolutionizing the #SelfieExpert since the beginning, Geronimo’s strong influence as a singer and actor is a testament of OPPO’s presence in the Philippines. The OPPO F3 Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition is a gorgeous black OPPO F3 with the actress’ signature at the back. The packaging is also in a premium box with standard charger, headphones, soft cover and pre-installed screen protector.

OPPO F3 Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition Package

During the premiere, selected fans who have pre-ordered the unit have also been given the chance to grace the opening night. Media attendees have also experienced the OPPO F3 Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition unit before the movie began.

So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to fall in love with the inimitable tandem all over again in Finally Found Someone, which hits cinemas nationwide starting July 26.

The OPPO F3 Sarah Geronimo Limited Edition smartphone is available via Lazada for PhP 15,990 or visit this link http://bit.ly/OPPOSarahG.
For more details about the OPPO F3, please visit https://www.facebook.com/OPPOPH/ or log on to
http://www.oppo.com/ph/index.html.

MoneyMatch makes lending and borrowing easier and convenient with P2P

Technology has redefined how we do everyday tasks. This includes how we transact and deal with our finances.  Now, even getting a loan or becoming a lender can be as simple as a few clicks on your computer, or taps on your mobile phone with peer-to-peer (P2P) lending.

P2P lending is a relatively new concept here in the Philippines, but across the globe it has changed how people approach lending. Last May, a new P2P lending platform called MoneyMatch was introduced in the country, making borrowing or lending money more accessible to more Filipinos.

MoneyMatch is an online P2P lending platform developed by FinTech Global Inc. The platform is designed to benefit both lenders and borrowers, and eliminates physical boundaries in helping them achieve their financial goals. It serves as a convenient and secure marketplace allows both parties to maximize their financial potential.

“MoneyMatch makes lending and borrowing easier and much more convenient. People will have the power to transact without the dealing with standard financial institutions, such as banks. With P2P lending, the borrower can enjoy much more flexible terms and, lenders are assured that their investment is secure,” Jay S. Bautista, MoneyMatch Managing Director, explained.

This newest online platform gives interested borrowers or lenders the opportunity to expand their financial capabilities in a hassle-free way. With MoneyMatch, people who want to start investing through lending are given a way to safely do so. While borrowers are able to start a business, get a housing loan, or a new car, and pay for their loan at terms that they can afford.

This platform also democratizes financial access for more Filipinos. By making it available through the internet, users need not go to any brick and mortar institution to process their application or avail of a loan. As it all happens online, transactions are made more seamless and efficient. This effort is in line with the goal of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas' (BSP) to create a financial system that caters to more sectors of the society.

With innovative solutions, like this service offered by MoneyMatch, a future with more Filipinos using a digital platform for their banking and other financial needs may slowly turn into a reality.

With MoneyMatch, interested borrowers and lenders can join by registering on the MoneyMatch website (www.moneymatch.com.ph). Just fill in the necessary forms and submit the required documents.

For individuals or small and medium enterprises who are applying for a loan, MoneyMatch will notify through email if their loan is approved including detailed instructions on how to claim a loan or deposit a loan.

Borrowers with approved loans can easily withdraw through any PBCom branches. Investors or lenders with a sufficient fund in their account can view loan applications that are up for bidding and choose which loans to fund, and bid on it. Lenders will have the option to bid for more than one loan.

MoneyMatch’s entire process takes only 24-48 hours. It is also very safe with a screening of every applicant before approval.

To know more about it just like MoneyMatch on Facebook by logging into fb.com/moneymatchPH and visit websitewww.moneymatch.com.ph to start accessing credit opportunities and building wealth through investments.