Petition by Century Property owners at Change.org

Museum of Me

Recipient:

General Manager,Customer Experience Group,José E.B. Antonio,CC: Hon. Jejomar C. Binay,CC: Mr. Antonio Bernardo,Jose Roberto R. Antonio,Engr. Froilan Jamias,Michelle (Mic) A. Hembrador,Mr. Washington SyCip,John Victor “Jigger” R. Antonio,Jose Marco R. Antonio,Office of the President, atInternational Telecommunications Union

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Hello, Dear Century Properties, Please address our complaints. We know that your company accomplished a feat in constructing and managing a great number of units (especially in the tallest building in the Philippines). We know no developer is perfect but we believe that your miscellaneous fees (we weren't given options on our TV/Internet subscription and many are not residing in their respective units) and association dues as well as parking fees are involuntary, exorbitant, unfair and unjust. When we tried to ask the rationale of added subscription fees, your DCG department based CTS Section 12(d) stating that – "BUYER hereby agrees to reimburse the SELLER for all expenses incurred by the SELLER such as but not limited to insurance premiums, fees, deposits and charges for installation of connections of the Unit’s electric and water meters, telephone line, cable TV/internet and its pro rata share in the assessments for common expenses including but not limited to expenses for maintenance, common electrical and water consumption, security, administration and janitorial services, unpaid association dues, which are payable and outstanding or which the SELLER may have advanced at anytime prior to the turnover of the Unit.” The statement is by itself vague, indirect and secondary and was proven to be contrary to the interests of residents. The primary responsibility of having such added facilities on the contrary, will shy away prospective buyers or tenants. Giving us an option to practically choose promotes transparency, healthy and open competition among providers and is in the customers who are the backbone of Century Properties. Please furnish a copy of your "exclusivity contract" with PLDT for our perusal. We as residents are requesting the company to mandate other telcos access in our facility to service our telecommunications and multimedia needs and refuse services that are uncalled for. Our ROI also fell short from our projections. Your level of services do not measure up to our expectations and as promised and advertised. We feel the overall value of the end product has been compromised and that we aren't getting our money's worth. With questionable and ridiculous new policies, it seems that we do not feel entitled to

the privileges that owners ought to enjoy. You mentioned in your corporate values that "communicating to the customer, and between groups, is encouraged" and that open communication lines lead to better relations and ultimately, to excellent performance. We hope you listen to us. "Cut waste Relentlesslessly" is also mentioned. Unwanted and unused landline/broadband/cable subscription is a form of waste. Our Meralco deposit should be refunded to us wherever necessary. Please provide a satisfactory explanation with regards to our demands and make corrections whenever necessary to improve the customer experience and remedy our legitimate grievances. P.S. We are not here to discredit the company. We are here to help you improve your product quality and customer service through dialogue and we hope you deliver through tangible action as talk alone is cheap. Yes, some provisions we are stating here may in fact be perfectly legal but please make it to the point that they are just and beneficial to your dear customers. We are requesting a meeting for dialogue.

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Cristopher Pagacita

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

2013-12-04

I want a just return of investment for my Gramercy Unit.

Ronaldo Barroga

London, United Kingdom

2013-12-04

The unit lay out bought was not delivered

Tony Chen

Manila, Philippines

2013-12-04

I was duped and deceived by Century Properties with regards to the concerns and problems shown here.

Ken Chang

Singapore, Malaysia

2013-12-04

To stop Century Property keep lying to clients. Especially people like us. A foreigner.

Kenny Chen

Manila, Philippines

2013-12-04

I wasted my life's savings due to coercive and deceptive sales tactics of Century. Too expensive. Too good to be true promises. Poor construction quality. Expensive add-on charges. Bait and switch.

Rex Bayliss

Western Australa,

2013-12-04

Philippines Manoj Dhamwani

Makati City, Philippines

I have had a lot of issues with Century Properties and ny grievences are ignored.

2013-12-04

Century is the worst company I have ever dealt with. I would sell my unit even at a loss to get some money back. 6 and a half years until turnover, unit size decreased at last minute, terrible client support, most expensive dues, bogus charges, mandatory internet and cable subscription with no freedom to choose, low quality products use. seriously century, your door knobs cost 300 pesos retain at the hardware, and your unit numbers are made out of cardboard! CARDBOARD FOR CHRIST SAKE! the public and media need to be made aware and this BS company needs to be exposed. Specially sending letters to their celebrity endorsers.

Bonifacio Wagan

Henderson, NV

2013-12-04

There are some issues in the unit that was reported for immediate attention but was never taken cared.

dierk seckel

Germany

2013-12-04

feeling tricked and scamed! unhappy buyer! will never buy any century project!

maria sayson

belleville, NJ

2013-12-04

Poor construction quality. Unhappy buyer :-(

paul carton

Gramercy residences,

2013-12-04

There is a smell in my unit from the

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sink unit that Gramercy haven't fixed or

allowed outside plumbers to look at. The standard of the public areas and concierge service is high, and I support the condo fees to maintain this, but only if there is proper accounting and accountability which, I feel, can be best achieved with a condo board elected by residents and published accounts.

Yoly Lim

Montebello, CA

2013-12-04

We were forced to pay for a PLDT bundle of Internet ,cable and Phone by turnover, we were not offered any options. On my contract , I paid for a one bedroom unit, came in on turnover and it it is large studio, NO bedroom, I had communicated with the PMO since November for a partition to the unit for privacy, until now, I still am waiting for the resolution to the problem.

Nestor Enriquez

London, United Kingdom

2013-12-04

I complained about the window that had a very big scratch and the floor that was not even in between the bedroom and the lounge. They have not done anything since the turnover on March 2013. I felt being betraye and fooled by the Antonios.

KARL THOMAS

london, United Kingdom

2013-12-04

the unit layout and design was not delivered. Century property said they changed the design, but did not notify us .

Loretta Camacho

London, United Kingdom

2013-12-04

Same as your concerns.. Don't seem to benefit from what we are billed for..

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Enrico Trajano

Makati City, CA

2013-12-04

The unit layout and design that was agreed on was not delivered and most of the above concern have similar experience on my units in Gramercy and SOMA

maria alfabeto

american canyon, CA

2013-12-04

association dues way too high. nothing has done to fix my floorings since turnover last january 2013. false ads on the fully furnished designs. free tv is so small. i am not happy of the furnished because of poor quality.

eugene djinn

dubai, United Arab

2013-12-04

Emirates ElizabethH Price

Glen Allen, VA

Really, really disappointed. The lobby and amenities are ok but when it comes to the unit themselves, I'm just too disgusted to explain further.

2013-12-05

I lived in a well developed community with lots of amenities and also by the golf course and 5 minutes away from the high end mall ...our association is only $63.00 a month. Century is charging us almost $200.00 a month. (That's almost 1 month salary of a typical Filipino employee in the Phils.) .This is so ridiculous...and I am not even using it.

ALLAN BYRON

Lafayette,, CA

2013-12-05

The fees are exorbitant. we should have the option not to have land Lines, because, everybody have cell phones, and nobody uses land lines anymore. We should also have the option to discontinue some services we dont use, like electricity, internet etc. Some of us owners live abroad, and only stays in unit couple of months a year.

Emilio Jesus Madina

Manila, Philippines

2013-12-05

I live here and can see the problems daily

Ley Centeno

wanchai, AL

2013-12-05

The lay out of Azure Rio West was not delivered. The overall circulation of our unit has been ruined because of a big column in the middle of our dinning area, we were forced to pay huge Miscellenous fees that are questionable, processing of our overpayment is taking too long. CPG staff said they will give the refund once the transfer of title is release which will take around 10 months to 1 year.

Rafaelito Dizon

North York, Canada

2013-12-05

My complaint here are all the same as the complaint of all the Gramercy Resident against Century Properties. I hope we succeed on this petition.

Cyril Enrique

Japan

2013-12-05

Unit quality is way below what I expected for a "high-end" property. Dealing with EACH AND EVERY customer-facing group is always a pain, absolute lack of professionalism. The only way to get some traction from them is to threaten escalation to their management. No flexibility when it comes to contractors that can be hired to work on my unit. Way too expensive association fees (especially irritating when you see that the movies available at the Director's Club are stuff downloaded off of the internet). Mandatory payment of multimedia package immediately after turnover even if there's no one there to use it yet. At least give us the option WHEN to install it so we don't waste money. Better yet, give us the option to have the package or not. The only highlights are the fancy ammenities in the common areas but the irony is I am not even in the country to enjoy them. Over-all, I am not happy with the end product and would not recommend any Century property to anyone.

Ricky Yu

Parañaque City,

2013-12-05

Ridiculous fees for inferior service and quality

Philippines jacquilyn pascual

Pasig City, Philippines

2013-12-05

not agree with the mandatory telephone and internet subscription

rosemarie zarzuela

Hamilton, Canada

2013-12-05

Their ad says "what you see is what you get", eg. even the oriental vases on the picture in the azure design, but none of those are there when the unit was turnover to us. This is just one of those minor complaints I could think of. There are other defects that we had complained when we were there but were not followed by them even. Too bad e only had 2 weeks to stay..

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Larry Mallari

Sacramemto, CA

2013-12-05

We are so disappointed! We never seen our unit yet but we are not interested to see anymore for so much stressed given on us in 6 months now exchanging emails back and forth to resolve our concerns on our own like we are playing in circles that never ends. From the beginning the layout was not delivered ended up getting 2BR 1T/B instead of 2BR 2T/B. SPA was accepted that is not belong to them and insisted that the Turnover is not null and void. False information given with regards to monthly dues which is $100 only and end up that we need to pay more than $200, it all depends on the size of the unit. To lease it , more issues to tackle so we decided to sell it to get out of this nightmare but still a problem.No way out for us now. They are all unreliable so how can we trust this company. We were ripped off ! At least we are not alone to fight for our right. They are always right no chance for us to voice out. Whoever you are , thank you in advance. We really appreciated it. God speed!

Gina Reyes

Makati City, Philippines

2013-12-05

Not agree with the mandatory telephone and internet subscription, Cignal TV cable, unit and parking monthly association dues, defects in the balcony and window and the water pressure.

Lena Catherina Rivera

Makati City, Philippines

2013-12-05

I have the same complains as everybody and I hope they hear us out.

Erb Avore

Makati, Philippines

2013-12-05

Its important to keep your integrity

Yolanda Girao

Sharjah, United Arab

2013-12-05

This is important because of the enormous amount that Century Properties is

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asking for association dues, Building Insurance, Cignal, telephone and internet connection.

Lulette Padolina

Australia

2013-12-05

Am working too hard to have condo in the Philippines. So that everytime am going back I have place to stay in. But the money that I paid is not worth it for that kind of condo, very low quality, contradict on their promises, 5 star condominium.

Maria Ames

Van Nuys, CA

2013-12-06

Miscellaneous fees are too high, still under negotiation with them and ny lawyer,so far PLDT was waived off. I have not paid my balance yet, no see no pay as they insist to pay before inspection. I would like it to be inspected before paying so what I've signed for is the one to be delivered. My SPA and my lawyer are taking care of it. This has been ongoing for almost a year now. It is there way or no way,but we can do our way.

Bam Centeno

Sacramento, CA

2013-12-06

I have always dreamt of my future condo with the best view of the beach in AZURE, but my dream turned into a nightmare when they handed the unit over. First they changed the layout entirely, what's worst, is that there is column in the middle of my dining area. I asked for some sort of a compensation, they just gave me US$1000. What a joke!

Pan Cheung

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

2013-12-06

The internet service is too expensive and don't have other option.

Alexander Pecson

Tamuning, Guam

2013-12-06

I have been trying to get my kitchen countertop adjusted for almost a year for sole reason that even a small refrigerator won't fit. Also a safety issue where the fridge is located the electric panel is obstructed and in an emergency situation its not accessible.

MARIA GRACE

BURBANK, CA

2013-12-07

I WANT MY MONEY BACK!

Quezon City, Philippines

2013-12-07

The fees keep changing and adding that I did not sign up for like the 1 year

SANTIAGO Jocelyn Guevarra

PLDT Internet (overpriced) that I wouldn't be able to use since the unit's not gonna be occupied for 1 year. Service is so slow & unorganized but they're very quick to charge you. Overall, very disappointed and has been causing me so much stress from the beginning. Gramercy Resident

Toronto, Angola

2013-12-07

I am a resident at Gramercy and not happy with the way Century has handled the development with no consideration to us or our investment

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Paul Kim

Makati, Philippines

2013-12-07

I am still waiting to hear back from Century about compensation. Please add me to the list of people who would like to speak with Mr. Antonio personally.

Ponciano Ramos

North Hollywood, CA

2013-12-08

exactly the same like yours

Levy Alcantars

Singapore, Singapore

2013-12-08

There were many things na Hindi na inform ng agent and best during the turn over Hindi nila bibigay ang key ng unit ko if I don't pay the misc feed they will not give the keys to my unit. Pls note included the PLDTas I only go back to Philippines twice a year I don't utilized much of the said service. Well eventually they give me only one key and the turn over group is still keeping one key to my unit. They did not put effort to give it to me. Just like you am un happy how they tested me to end this am selling my unit. I wu write also a letter concerning a the defects to my unit. Thank you for initiating this petition.

Adeliza Thomas

Earls Court, United

2013-12-08

Kingdom

ang condo unit na design at layout na pinili at binili ay iba na nong turn over. napaiyak ako nong Makita ko dahil kung titingnan mo yong unit ay ayaw mo pang bilhin na kahit 2m pesos. kaya ako napaiyak dahil inutang ko lang sa bangko yong 6m pesos na ibinayad sa condo na yan tapos hindi pa maganda ang pagkagawa. sana ay maibalik man lang yong ginastos ko diyan sa condo na yan.

Marilyn Barbour

Bedford, United Kingdom

2013-12-08

We were never told this when we bought it.

Faruque Sikder

Santa Monica, CA

2013-12-09

I bought total 14 units at Gramercy residence. They promised so many things, but they didn't deliver the units as they promised. They couldn't lease even one unit. Most of my units transferred very dirty and lots things need to repair.They're charging me 115,223 pesos every month. I wanted sell my units at any cost, then I don't need to deal with this kind of company. Any way lot more things I could say about this company.

Carlito Decamotan

Calgary, Canada

2013-12-09

On February 2013, my wife had to travel back from Canada to the Philippines for the scheduled hand-over of the unit only to find out that our Unit was not actually ready at that time. Thus, during the handover there were more than 15 major concern items identified (i.e. final wall painting, poor quality furniture and appliances, low quality counter top which was very prone to even minor scratches, door jams, several others). The Unit appliances and furnishings were indeed disappointing since we were expecting a Unit that is equally or comparable to what Century had advertised and posted when we first visited their Showrooms sometime in 2007. We felt really very unhappy and totally unsatisfied when we first saw our Unit. And note, only sometime last month where the repair of one of the outstanding action items (damaged cabinets and broken A/C) was done. At the moment, the remaining yet to be fixed is the replacement of the multiple dented master bedroom glass panels. Hence, until now, our Unit was never included yet in the listing for lease, and certainly, we are continuously paying the exorbitant condo fees. These are one of the major concerns we had since the hand-over of the unit, not to mention some surprise changes in the policies / rules in the use of the condo amenities, exorbitant condo / miscellaneous fees including CIGNAL cable. In fairness though, the Gramercy common areas, lobby, and amenities were really perfect and beautiful. Hopefully, the Century Management will look into our concerns / issues and come up with a favourable action that will be satisfactory to all parties... am really crossing my fingers on these.

celes de guzman

Metro Manila, Guam

2013-12-09

kailangan ng pagbabago.

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Frederick Tan

Makati City, Philippines

2013-12-09

crazy! My original plan for buying this unit is for my weekend home. With exhorbitant monthly dues of almost 20,000, it is better for me to stay in a 5 star hotel in Makati weekly where I dont have to clean my unit each time I stay and still get to enjoy breakfast buffet at the hotel

Frederick Tan

Makati City, Philippines

2013-12-09

The younger Antonios are spending too much time with Paris Hilton and forgot to serve his customers well.

Rafael de Guzman

Guam, Guam

2013-12-09

Same concern, same problems. Century properties did not deliver what they have advertised and "promised'.

derek prince

New York, NY

2013-12-09

1. about 3/4 paid in full, I was informed my unit will be smaller than the original floor plan due to design change. 2. There was no Assoc Dues price given when initially buying.. I have to pay for quests to swim on top of my 4000 peso monthy assoc dues.

John HOI

Macau, Macao

2013-12-09

Unsatisfied of promise by Gramercy Century

John HOI

Macau, Macao

2013-12-09

I'm a foreign investor, I bought Gramercy condo 5 or 6 ago. My unit was turnover at Q1 of this year 2013. Before I purchase the unit, the gramercy promised that they will have professional team to handling the resell process, however, before my unit was turnover, I had already send my authority to resell my unit but until my unit was turnover, there is no one handle on the resell process and I think they don't even help me for finding a buyer, there is no update/ or any status of resell progress. As a foreigner, I don't really know how can I find a new buyer in Philippines,. I had a feeling that Gramercy wasn't deliver what they really promised. It was more than 1 year, there is no one update my resell status, but they won't forgot to send the monthly maintenance bill.

Josephine Torrejos

Singapore

2013-12-10

I want to get my money's worth and get the return on investment I was told to have prior to investing in this property.

Ryan Pesigan Reyes

Mandaluyong City,

2013-12-10

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Elevators in the Century-project Soho Central is a mess. We have experienced free-fall drops and being stuck inside. Notice also that all elevators have no Certificate of Operation displayed. I have notified the Engineering Dept. of the City of Mandaluyong and will need to follow it up. Make sure Last Will and Testament already written before riding the elevators of Soho Central.

Perla Martires

Las Vegas, NV

2013-12-12

Association dues is way too high, materials used are inexpensive, paints are peeling off the wall