New Philippine Postal ID: Requirements and Guidelines

Why is there a new Postal ID when we already have one?
The reason why the Philippine Government issued another version of Postal IDs is because the old version is just a paper laminated which can easily be falsified and duplicated. As we all know, Postal ID is something that proves our identity and residency so it contains private information. With this as a problem of breach of copyright, we strongly suggest that you update your Postal ID to a newer version.

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The features of this new and improved Postal ID are as follows:

• Digital fingerprints capture, photo, signature and personal information
• Quick Response (QR) code is printed on the card (Can verify the identity of the owner using smart phone apps)

Below are the requirements for the new version of Postal ID in the Philippines:

• Birth Certificate authenticated by NSO or Local Civil Registrar
• Proof of Address
• Barangay Clearance
• Utility Bills (Electric Bill, Water Bill, Statement of Bank account)

For Married Women

• -Marriage Certificate to verify the changed name status

For Minors

• -Must be accompanied by their parents or guardians

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How to acquire the New Postal ID?

-Ready the required documents mentioned above
-Fill up the downloadable Postal ID application form
-Once the documents are fully checked, you may already proceed to the nearest Postal ID capturing station nationwide to register your fingerprint and for the picture taking.

How much does the new Postal ID costs?

An Application form will be given to you once you finished applying for the new Postal ID.
Note: Fill up the form extra carefully and correctly

Postal ID Card + Delivery Fee costs P450.00
12% VAT ~ P54.44
Total Payment = P504.44

How long does it take for the Postal IDs to be delivered?

5 Working days for the areas within Metro Manila Address
7 Working days for other major cities
15 Working days for the remote areas and island provinces

Unless it expires, your old Postal Id is still valid and operational. Let others know about this new Version of Postal ID by sharing this issue to them.

BENEFITS Of Senior Citizens in the Philippines

Most people get so conscious about getting older. They worry about the handicaps that come with it when they increase in the number of age. When you reached the so-called “Golden Years”, your body weakens; systems such as sight and hearing become poor; energy becomes limited and memory processing becomes slow. It’s a whole new stage of life where we are not as energetic and active as we were back in our younger years. Nevertheless, why focus on the negatives and not on the positive side of growing old?

Age brings aptitude, experience, understanding, and beauty, so why are we so scared of growing old? Check out this article about the Benefits for Senior Citizens and this might change your perception towards the said matter.

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Recognizing the importance of the elders, the Philippine Government has provided those exclusive services, support, and benefits.

Rappler has recently shared the updated list of offered benefits for Senior Citizens in the Philippines. If you are an elder or your parents are senior citizens, read up so you will be aware of what’s good for you or for your parents.

Elders are at liberty to the 20% discount on the following:

• Medicine and Drug purchases
• Medical Supplies, accessories, and equipment
• Professional fees of  attending Physician
• Professional fees of licensed health workers providing home health care services
• Transportation via air, sea, and land (LRT, MRT, PNR, Buses, Jeepney, Taxi and shuttle services)
• Hotels, Restaurants, Theaters, Cinemas, Concert Halls, Circuses, Leisure, and Amusement.
• Fees, Charges, and Rental for sports facilities and equipment
• Funeral and burial expenses include casket or urn, embalming, cremation cost, and other services.

5% Utility Discount

In addition to the things mentioned above is the 5% discount on utility concerning the monthly use of water and electricity. This is only applicable if the meter is registered under their name and consumption should not exceed beyond 100 kWh and 30 m3.

Tax and training fee Exemptions

Senior Citizens are excused or exempted from paying individual income tax if they are minimum wage earners. Moreover, they are also pardoned from paying training fees for socio-economic programs promoted by private and government as agencies such DTI, DOLE, DA, TESDA, and DOST-TRC.

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Assistance from the Government

For indigent senior citizens, a social pension is given to them. They may receive a monthly income of P500.00. In addition, all senior citizens are automatically covered by PhilHealth’s National Health Insurance Program shouldered by the Government.
In terms of economic and disaster concerns, senior citizens are to be assisted through dissemination of food, medicines, financial aid and house reparation for safety purposes.

 OTHER BENEFITS

Naturally, senior citizens are given extra privilege in express lanes in all private, banking, commercial and government establishments.
Elders who wish to pursue education may also avail scholarship grants, financial aids, subsidies and other similar incentives.
Same privileges and benefits shall be given to them from GSIS, SSS and PAG-IBIG as enjoyed by those who are in active service.

source: Pinoy Juander
via: Rappler

Job Vacancy: Vending Machine Technician

Philippine Vending Corporation is in need of 8 Vending Machine Technician with 12,000 to 15,000 monthly salary.

According to Philjobnet, Department of Labor And Employment's Internet job portal, applicant must have knowledge in minor and major troubleshooting of electronic appliances such as vending machine.

Their job will repair, maintain, visit, report the problem and audit this machines.

Work Location:
54 E.Rodriguez Jr. Ave.,, Bagong Ilog, CITY OF PASIG, NCR. SECOND DISTRICT

How to Apply?
If you want to apply for this Job, visit http://philjobnet.gov.ph/applicant/job/applynow/9057 for more info.

Note: Specof.com is not affiliated with Philippine Vending Corporation.

Apply for Machine Operator with P30,000 Salary

LUZERN INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES CORP. is in need of Machine Operator and Factory Worker with 25,000 to 30,000 pesos salary.

According to the post in PhilJobNet, Department of Labor And Employment's Internet job portal, an applicant must have knowledge in CNC MACHINIST,  LATHE MACHINE, GRINDING, MACHINE OPERATOR AND ELECTRONICS. They must have a 1-year experience to work and atleast high school graduate.

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Job Description

• LEAD FRAMES
• LEAD LEAD FRAMES
• OFFICE PRODUCTS
• HAND TOOL
• HIGH PRECISION DIES

Work Location

1906 SAN PASCUAL ST CORNER REMEDIOS MALATE MANILA, Barangay 691, CITY OF MANILA, NCR

If you want to apply for this job, visit http://philjobnet.gov.ph/applicant/job/applynow/8963 for more info.

Small but Elegant House Designs for Filipinos by Pinoy EPlans

Having an Elegant house is one of a dream of every person who wants to relax together with their family. It is the medium term goal of every couple who begin start building their own family.

In addition, based on some architects and engineers, every house design is reflected to owner's personality.

If you want to build your new house, you can check our list of "Small but Elegant House Designs" by Pinoy EPlans. 

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Here are the small house designs by Pinoy Eplans:

Small House Design SHD-2015013

Photo and Design by Pinoy EPlans

The SHD-2015013 is approximately 150 sq. m lot area with a 93 sq. m floor area. It have 3 bedrooms and 2 baths inside.

Small House Design SHD-2014008

Photo and Design by Pinoy EPlans

The SHD-2014008 has a 60 sq. m. floor area with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. This house must be in a 136 sq. m. lot area.

Small House Design SHD-2012003

Photo and Design by Pinoy EPlans

The SHD-2012003 is a 2 bedroom houseplan with 1 comfort room inside. It's only 52 sq. m. floor area and 110 sq. m. lot area.

Small House Design SHD-2015016

Photo and Design by Pinoy EPlans

SHD-2015016 is a small modern house with roof deck. It is a 60 sq. m. floor area that can build in a 136 sq. m. lot area. This house have 2 bedrooms with 1 comfort room.

Source: Rachfeed

Grow Your Money with SSS Personal Equity and Savings Option (PESO) Fund

Social Security System has launched the Personal Equity and Savings Option (PESO) – a tax-free investment with guaranteed earnings for all SSS members. Employees, self-employed, voluntary members and OFWs can now save  their excess earnings to build their secure future.

The SSS Provident Fund is open to all active members who below 55 years of age and not yet filed any final claim under the regular SSS program. For Self Employed, Voluntary Members and Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) should be paying the maximum amount of contributions under the regular SSS program in order to register in the P.E.S.O Fund.

SSS members who join the Provident Fund is allowed to contribute a maximum of Php 100,000 per annum and a minimum of Php 1,000 per contribution.

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Note: The Fund can only claim if the member will file a retirement or total disability. If the contributor died, his/her beneficiaries can claim the the money invested.

Penalties and service fees will be deduct in the fund if a member will withdraw his contribution within the 5-year retention period.