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Employer Guides Sep 17, 2026

What You Owe a Filipino Remote Worker: 13th Month Pay and Philippine Labor Law in 2026

Contractors are not entitled to 13th month pay, SSS, or holiday pay in the Philippines. But if you set their hours, tools, and firing rights, DOLE can call that person your employee. Here is the 2026 line, and what it costs to be on the wrong side of it.

Employer Guides Aug 11, 2026

How to Write SOPs for Your Filipino Virtual Assistant (Free One-Page Template)

Learn before you hire

Hiring remote talent from the Philippines is one of the smartest moves a small business can make — but only when you understand rates, expectations and the hiring process. Our blog covers everything: what Filipino virtual assistants charge, how to run a paid trial, how to build a work-from-home setup, and which roles are most in demand. Bookmark the guides you need and come back when you are ready to hire.