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How to Check Your Total Deposits in COL Financial (Full Funding History Guide – Philippines 2026)

If you’ve been investing for a while, there comes a moment when curiosity taps you on the shoulder: “Wait… how much have I actually put in?” That was me this year. I started investing in COL Financial around 2020, depositing and buying stocks without much research… then life happened. 😅 So I wanted to finally track my total out-of-pocket investment, not just my current portfolio value. Here’s the simplest way to do it. Can You See Your Full Deposit History in COL Financial? Short answer: Not really, at least not directly on the platform. COL Financial only shows up to 1 year of historical ledgers. So if you’ve been investing for years and didn’t download your monthly records (like me 🙃), you’ll need to request it manually. How to Request Your Total Deposit History from COL Financial It’s actually straightforward. No complicated forms at the start. Step 1: Email Their Deposits Team Send your request to: 📧 deposits@colfinancial.com You can simply ask for your funding history or deposi...

How to Open a PDTC Report in the Philippines (2026 Guide)

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What is a PDTC Report? A Philippine Depository and Trust Corporation (PDTC) report is a secure document typically sent via email to investors who hold REITs, bonds, or other securities in the Philippines. Is it a spam email? No. This report contains important details such as: Your investment holdings Transaction records Dividend or interest information Because it includes sensitive financial data, the file is password-protected for security. How to Open a PDTC Report (Step-by-Step Guide) Opening your PDTC report is simple once you know where to look for the password. Step 1: Check Your Email Look for the email containing your PDTC report. It usually comes with a PDF file attachment . Step 2: Find Your PDTC Account Number The PDTC account number is typically located in the subject line of the email . Here’s an actual example screenshot of the email I received from PDTC. This is where you can find your PDTC account number in the email subject line. Step 3: Use the Last 6 Characters a...

11 Easy and Legit Ways to Get Free Money in the Philippines (2026 Guide)

Everyone loves the idea of free money but finding methods that are both easy and legit can feel like hunting for treasure. Fortunately, there are several real ways for anyone in the Philippines to earn rewards, cashback, and bonuses without resorting to scams or complicated tricks. This guide covers 11 practical methods you can start using in 2026, all designed to be simple, reliable, and beginner-friendly. Some methods even allow you to earn money passively, such as high-interest digital savings accounts. These tips include a mix of digital banks, apps, cashback platforms, referral programs, and government initiatives. Even small rewards can add up over time, and most of these methods don’t require any special skills or big investments. I’ll be updating this article regularly with detailed guides, referral links, and my personal experiences, so you can see exactly how to claim rewards and maximize your earnings. Make sure to bookmark this page and check back often, because new way...

2D1N in Baguio, Philippines (2020)

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Random photo taken at Camp John Hay. At long last, I have already granted my mother's wish for me to bring her to Baguio City last February 29 to March 1, 2020. Originally, we chose these dates to witness the Street and Float Parades during the Penagbenga Festival 2020. The said events were postponed due to coronavirus threats. My mother insisted that we still push through with the plan since my sister will no longer be available to take her place as 'dialysis nurse' for my father if we choose to travel instead on March 28-29, 2020, which by the way is my birthday (28th). We availed the services of a travel agency for a hassle-free experience. I actually contacted 4B Travel and Tours and they were the ones who made arrangements so we can be transferred to Byahe ni Jigz care.

How to Apply and Get a Japan Tourist Visa without Income Tax Return (ITR) 2019

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It's the time of the year that I have to visit another country! Yey! This time, I will experience summer in Japan with my beshies. Since the Japan embassy does not accept direct applications anymore except for certain cases, I had to go through the usual application process and avail the service of a travel agency. Few weeks before I got my visa, my friends and I have already decided where to apply - Reli Tours in SM North EDSA. I didn't know what happened to me on the day that I submitted my application, I forgot to research where it was exactly located. I had some mishaps and thought it was on the first floor of SM The Block. I went there with my mother past 6:00pm already to find out that no Reli Tours can be found on the area. Luckily, there were other travel agencies who accept Japan visa applications. I chose Travel Pros and even though it was not planned, I did not regret choosing them.

How to get a replacement for lost PRC ID card in 3 easy steps

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Lost ATM card? No problem with Metrobank Cardless Withdrawal

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Last year, 2018, I lost/misplaced (or somebody stole my wallet) my Metrobank and BPI visa debit cards. Well, actually my mother and I both know where the cards were placed and we were wondering how the wallet containing the cards would disappear just like that. I never really used the cards aside from doing ATM deposit and withdrawal transactions. I am still hoping to find my wallet that's why I don't want to go to the banks to request for replacement. Just this month, I ran out of cash but got no time to do over-the-counter transactions. Lucky me, I have downloaded the Metrobank mobile app which allows me to perform cardless withdrawals. I have a Metrobankdirect account so I can easily log in using the same username and password.