November 4, 2023
‘Tis the season of gift-giving: Home Credit’s ultimate gift guide this holiday season
October 23, 2023
Holiday Shopping Made Easy!
Here’s why you need to consider 0% interest installment deals to avoid the holiday rush stress
The holiday season is a joyful time, but it can
also be filled with stress, especially when thinking of gift ideas for your
loved ones and doing your holiday shopping. The pressure to find the perfect
gifts, navigate crowded stores, and manage your budget can turn the season into
a headache.
With some planning,
you can enjoy a stress-free holiday shopping experience, discover exciting gift
ideas, and even consider convenient payment options to make the most of your
budget. These five Wais Tips
shared by Home Credit, the country’s leading consumer finance
company, can help you breeze through the process of buying presents and avoid the
hassle of the holiday rush!
Make a list.
Santa is not the only
one who benefits from making a list! Create a detailed shopping list that
includes the names of the people you want to give gifts to, your gift ideas for
each of them, and the shops where you can find those items. Having a list will
keep you organized, help you stay on track, and reduce the likelihood of
forgetting anyone or anything.
Set
a budget.
Before you start
shopping, establish a clear and realistic budget for your holiday spending.
Check your list and allocate a specific amount for each person. Sticking to
your budget will help you avoid overspending and refrain from experiencing
financial strain during the holiday season.
Start
early.
The early bird gets the
stress-free shopping experience! Don't wait until the last minute to start your
holiday gift shopping, and purchase gifts well in advance of the holidays.
Starting early allows you to take advantage of sales and discounts, avoid the
holiday rush, and ensures that you have plenty of time to find the perfect
gifts without feeling rushed or pressured.
Explore installment deals.
One of the best-kept secrets of hassle-free
holiday shopping is taking advantage of installment deals. Home Credit is your
go-to destination for this. They offer an extensive range of 0% interest
rate installment deals on a variety of products.
Home Credit also makes it easier for you to check amazing holiday
sales through its official website or My Home Credit App. You can also check Shoppingmall.ph, an online
shopping platform for all authentic smartphones, laptops, gadgets, and home
appliances. This platform helps you find the best deals in stores near you,
making it much easier to apply for zero-percent interest rate installment plans
and get pre-approved in minutes. You can also chat with a live Sales Agent for
more information.
By choosing installment plans, you can spread
the cost of your purchases over manageable periods, keeping your finances in
check during the holiday season.
Home
Credit also has your back beyond gift shopping. If unexpected bills or the need
for extra holiday funds arise, Home Credit offers Qwarta and Cash Loan* to help
you navigate the financial challenges seamlessly. With these alternative payment
options, you can enjoy the holiday season while having the financial freedom to
purchase what you need and experience what you want at your own pace.
Stay
tuned for more deals and discounts!
This
holiday season, make a commitment to stress-free shopping by following these
expert tips. Watch out, as well, for Home Credit’s biggest and grandest holiday
offerings yet. Stay tuned for more 0% interest rate installment deals and other
flexible loan offerings for a wide range of products, including
mobile phones, tablets, laptops, home appliances, furniture and more!
To know more about the latest updates from Home Credit
Philippines, visit its official website, www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are also encouraged to download the My Home
Credit App on
Google Play to learn more about the latest promos and see what’s new in the
Marketplace.
Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly
licensed and supervised by the Securities
and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
*Available
to select qualified users
December 4, 2021
Share in the Spirit of Giving with ShopeePay this Holiday Season
This holiday season, ShopeePay, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet, makes giving easier and more convenient. With ShopeePay, enjoy meaningful holiday traditions by showing generosity and expressing gratitude through gifts, and donating to chosen charitable organizations. Here are ways to go cashless this holiday season with ShopeePay.
Send money with Christmas-themed Virtual Greeting Cards
Filipinos are all about traditions, especially during Christmas time - from attending Simbang Gabi, hanging parols, and giving and receiving aguinaldo with family members. ShopeePay keeps this Christmas tradition alive by letting users send money for free to other ShopeePay users. Users can personalize their ShopeePay aguinaldo with virtual Christmas cards. Here’s how to send money via ShopeePay:
In the ShopeePay Wallet, tap ‘Send Money’ and select ‘To Shopee User’
Enter the phone number or Shopee username of the person you want to send money to
Input the amount to be transferred, and select from the different virtual cards to personalize the transfer
Enter ShopeePay PIN to confirm the transaction.
To send money to other ShopeePay users, you must have a verified ShopeePay account.
Buy holiday gifts and Scan To Pay with ShopeePay in over 15,000 stores nationwide.
This Christmas, have a seamless gift shopping experience with ShopeePay. Enjoy cashless transactions and score exclusive cashback or discounts when you scan to pay via ShopeePay QR in over 15,000 partner merchant stores nationwide. For your fashionista friends, shop for gifts at Penshoppe, Plains & Prints, Olympic Village, OXGN, Regatta, and Anello. Workaholic or tech-savvy family members can enjoy gifts from National Bookstore, Digital Walker, MemoXpress, or Power Mac Center; all of which accept ShopeePay as an in-store payment method.
Christmas baskets are also great to give during the holidays, which can be purchased at Puregold, Family Mart, Newstar Shopping Mart, and other grocery and convenience stores. Something even better than physical presents is quality time; with ShopeePay, you can treat your loved ones at BonChon, Mary Grace, Papa John’s Pizza, Fruitas, and many more food and beverage establishments. Stretch that budget, even more, this Christmas with ShopeePay P1 Deals, to get discounts at restaurants, for food and beverage items, groceries, and more.
Share your blessings when you Donate with ShopeePay.
Through ShopeePay, you can also conveniently give to your preferred charitable organization. Among the many NGOs you can donate to include, ABS-CBN Foundation, Gawad Kalinga, GMA Kapuso Foundation, Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Save Philippine Seas, UNICEF, Virlanie Foundation, World Vision, and more. To see the full list of charities and their QR codes visit https://shopee.ph/m/scan-to-pay#anchorId-Donate.
There are two ways to donate via ShopeePay:
Scan the Charity’s QR Code
Go to the ShopeePay homepage and select “Scan.”
Scan the charity’s QR code.
Note: This can be found on the Shopee app or website (https://shopee.ph/m/scan-to-pay#anchorId-Donate) or on the charity’s social media page or website
Enter the donation amount and proceed to pay using ShopeePay.
Upload the Charity’s QR Code
Go to the ShopeePay homepage and select “Scan.”
Select the image icon found on the top right of the screen
Upload the image of the charity’s QR code from your phone’s gallery
Enter the donation amount and proceed to pay using ShopeePay.
Ruoshan Tao, Head of ShopeePay Online, Philippines, said, “We want ShopeePay to be a meaningful part of the holidays for our users. We are committed to being a platform for good, providing our users with seamless and easy access to digital financial services, especially during this happiest time of the year. As 2021 comes to an end, we will continue to improve our features to serve the local community to the best of our ability, and help more Filipinos access the benefits of ShopeePay.”
Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay with ShopeePay for safe and cashless transactions this Holiday season. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
November 4, 2021
Shopee Launches 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, its Biggest Sale of the Year, with Unbeatable deals and Nonstop Fun
The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale becomes the ultimate holiday shopping destination with promos such as ₱1 Deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, 10% off daily vouchers, and giveaways worth over ₱12,000,000
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, kicks off its annual 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, the most anticipated shopping festival in the region. The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale headlines a year where more people and businesses use the platform to connect with each other. In fact, the number of sellers and brands on Shopee surged by 60% in 2021, while 1 in 3 shoppers at its recent 9.9 event was new to the platform.
The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, which ushers in the year’s busiest shopping season, presents Shopee’s greatest selection of deals, fun, and entertainment for everyone. To add to the festive mood, users can look forward to the widest variety of discounted products from over 25 categories and unbeatable promos such as ₱1 Deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 10% off daily. With such an irresistible line-up, the number of new buyers on Shopee is expected to peak further during 11.11. Brands and local MSMEs stand to benefit from the increased traffic, supercharging business growth and scaling their online presence.
International superstar Jackie Chan also returns with a fun commercial for the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. After his 9.9 commercial met with viral success by garnering 435 million views online, the action-packed sequel sparked excitement for all users as well. Fans can catch the commercial here: https://shp.ee/64cba9b
Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Christmas holds a special place in Filipinos’ hearts. During this season of giving, Shopee Philippines hopes to make this year’s festivities even more memorable for both our users and sellers. As the holidays approach, we aim to bring more joy to shoppers and help them save more on things they love by curating the best deals. We’ve also pioneered efforts to expand our digital ecosystem to help more consumers, businesses, and communities access and benefit from e-commerce. We invite everyone to join us in making this the biggest and most impactful 11.11.”
1. Biggest growth opportunities for businesses
The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale will act as a springboard to accelerate growth for businesses on Shopee. In 2021, more than 8 million new local shops opened on Shopee. With a growing base of shoppers and more marketing tools provided by Shopee, 11.11 will give brands and MSMEs greater visibility to maximize demand. Businesses with an offline presence can also participate in 11.11 through ShopeePay and Shopee’s digital products feature.
Exclusive deals from leading brands on Shopee Mall: Shoppers can look forward to exclusive deals from top brands such as Xiaomi, POCO, realme, Samsung, Nokia, Vivo, DJI, PerySmith, Deerma, Coocaa Home, and Bata Philippines.
More offline deals from brands: Brands also stand to generate more in-store traffic through promotions from ShopeePay. Users can turn to ‘Deals Near Me’ to check for special in-store deals from brands such as Puregold, National Bookstore, Fully Booked, Power Mac Center, The Generics Pharmacy, Family Mart, Lawson, Olympic Village, Shoe Salon, Potato Corner, Mary Grace, Bonchon, Papa John’s, Siomai House, and Fruitas Group of Companies.
2. Upsized variety, deals, and entertainment for the holidays
Shopee is committed to helping more shoppers access the benefits of e-commerce, especially during the busiest shopping time of the year. To encourage more people to try shopping online, Shopee introduced initiatives such as special welcome gifts and vouchers for new shoppers, with over 5 million welcome gifts across the region redeemed since the start of the year. Throughout 11.11, shoppers can look forward to an unbeatable range of more rewards and deals:
Rewards for first-time shoppers: As they start their e-commerce journey, new and first-time Shopee users can look forward to a free welcome package, bills cashback, free shipping, 100% off vouchers, and ₱1 deals with their first purchase.
Gift guides for easy holiday shopping: Users can enjoy a quick and easy holiday shopping experience with Shopee’s Christmas in our Carts gift guides. They can get discounts up to 90% off on a wide range of branded gifts and bundles, from the latest gadgets to luxurious personal care items. They can also check out Shopee Mall for 10% off Mall vouchers, special deals on holiday gifts, and vouchers from their favorite brands.
Bigger deals across different categories: Shoppers can discover the best deals on everything they need at 11.11 Big Sale. Highlights include 1-for-1 Deals, Early Platform Voucher Hunt, and Mega Midnight Sale, covering the widest range of product categories. They can also look out for themed sales such as the Big Sports & Outdoors Sale on November 4, Big Fashion Sale on November 5, Big Groceries & Pet Care Sale on November 6, Big Mommy & Babies Sale on November 7, Big Shopee Mall Sale on November 8, Big Electronics Sale on November 9, and Big Vouchers Sale on November 10.
Exclusive Shopee Mall discounts from the biggest roster of brands: At the 11.11 Midnight Mall Exclusive Sale from 12MN to 2AM, shoppers can enjoy huge price drops and exclusive bundle deals. Throughout the sale, brand sukis can also enjoy discounts up to 90% off on leading brands in the country:
Secure and convenient shopping with ShopeePay: Users can shop with greater security and enjoy better deals when they pay with ShopeePay. They can also now enjoy a free, instant, and more convenient way to cash in from their bank apps via InstaPay. Until November 7, users can cash in via InstaPay and get up to ₱25 cashback.
The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale will also spark more joy with the big finale on November 11:
11.11 Big Christmas Sale TV Special: NCT 127, one of today’s hottest K-pop boy bands, will delight Filipino audiences with their chart-topping hits at the 11.11 TV show on November 11, 9:30-11:30pm on GMA 7 and Shopee Live. Filipinos can also look forward to appearances from top local celebrities such as Jessy Mendiola, Aira Bermudez, Rocco Nacino, Klea Pineda, Andre Paras, and Gil Cuerva. Lastly, viewers stand a chance to win prizes and giveaways worth over ₱12,000,000, including two new house & lots and a brand-new car.
For more information about Shopee 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-sale.
Download Shopee for free on App Store or Google Play Store.
October 29, 2021
Check Out These Frightfully Fun Halloween Activities at the #MarketMarketBOOlevard!
Also enjoy discounts of up to 70% from your favorite stores until October 31, 2021.
The Market! Market! Frightfully Fun Halloween Festivities are underway, promising awesome deals and irresistible treats for everyone, from October 25 to 31, 2021. Shop for all your Halloween needs, and get up to 70% off from select stores. Join the different Halloween activities at the mall, and online, to win special treats and prizes, too!
Here are some of the activities, promos and discounts you can look forward to at Market! Market! this Halloween.
Trunk or Treat
Celebrate a frightfully fun Halloween at the #MarketMarketBOOlevard, and get your very own Market! Market! Trunk Picnic Set filled with loads of treats.
To redeem a picnic set, customers must present P3,000 worth of receipts, single or accumulated, dated October 25-31, inclusive of any Coca-Cola product from any Market! Market! store. For receipts amounting to P6,000 and above, a maximum of 2 picnic sets may be redeemed by each customer. Picnic sets may be claimed from the Redemption Booth at the Market! Market! Activity Center from October 25-31, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Customers also have the option to register for Trunk and Treat, and pick up their Trunk Picnic Sets at DriveBuy near Breadtalk on October 30, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Prefer to shop from home? Pick-a-Boo, let ANA shop for you! Spend at least P3,000 through ANA (Ayala Malls Neighborhood Assistant), and she will deliver your Trunk Picnic Set together with your purchases. Simply send your shopping list to ANA through m.me/ANAMarketMarketandSerendra to make a purchase. You can also get P30 off or P40 off on your Lalamove delivery fees from October 25-28, and free delivery on October 29-31.
You may view the complete Trunk or Treat mechanics here.
More Frightfully Fun Halloween Activities at Market! Market!
Set yourself up for an awesome DIY celebration at home, and check out the Fright & Fun Fair at the Activity Center for all the creepy costumes, spooky decor, and thrilling treats you need this Halloween.
Give yourself a much-needed break, and indulge in a wicked feast at the Central Plaza al fresco dining area. You can also Eats Spooky at home by ordering in via FoodPanda. Use the promo code AYALAPICKUP to get P100 off on your FoodPanda delivery.
Get the chance to win a Metro GC worth P2,000 by joining the Market! Market! Creep Me Out on TikTok Challenge! Post a TikTok video wearing your Halloween costume from October 25-30 to participate. Don’t forget to tag @ilovemarketmarket, and include the hashtag #MarketMarketBOOlevard when you post.
Use the promo code TRIPORTREAT when booking a GrabCar to and from Market! Market! from October 25-31, and get P50 off on your ride. Also enjoy free delivery when ordering your Halloween treats through ANA from October 29-31.
Celebrate Halloween with your fashionable furbabies at the Howl-O-Ween Paw-Levard. Strike a PAWS, share a picture of your furbaby, and the photo with the most number of likes wins a prize. Join the TikTok PAWshion Contest by posting a 15-second video of your pet using the hashtag #PAWlevardatMarketMarket, and get gift certificates from Pooch Park. Dress up your pets in their best costumes, and be part of the Howl-o-ween PAWshion Contest at the Barkyard on October 31, 2021. The first 50 pets who arrive will receive special treats from Nutrichunks and Protect Plus Gold.
Start getting ready for the holidays, and shop til you drop at the Market! Market! mall-wide Sale! Sale! from October 25-31, 2021. Enjoy up to 70% off on awesome selections from your favorite stores during the sale.
Market! Market! continues to be a fun and safe place for shoppers this Halloween, and to maintain everyone’s safety, all mall-goers are reminded to strictly adhere to IATF protocols whenever you visit the mall.
For more information on mall activities, schedules, and promotions at #iLoveMarketMarket, like and follow Facebook.com/MarketMarket, @ilovemarketmarket on Instagram and TikTok, and @MarketMarketBGC on Twitter. You may also visit www.ayalamalls.com.
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Malacañang declares June 24 a special non-working holiday in Manila
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