@thewoodenpotter
Australian looking for information about Philippines
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Lives in Cebu City, Central Visayas
Speaks english
Registration: 04 February 2019
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Retiring to the Philippines by Sdmiller57
What are your top 5 tips for retiring to the Philippines?
I know some expats who are really paranoid in the Philippines like soon retired. But they will feel much better when they start to learn about the culture and foremost they learn the local language. 99% of the problems are linked to language ... Read More
Retiring to the Philippines by Sdmiller57
What are your top 5 tips for retiring to the Philippines?
Buddy I feel for you I have been married for 40 years to a Filipina 8 grand kids, we own land in the Phils and I have some very good friends both in the Phils and back in Australia. Its been a great life for both of us. We involve ourselves in the ... Read More
Shrinking Dollar by Enzyte Bob
Today transferring money from my Dollar account in the States to Peso account in the Fil the rate is 48.65. Maybe it's time to move Peso in Fil to Dollar in the states.
Swings and merry go rounds that we all live with, decisions decisions. Cheers, Steve.Yup thats pretty much it, some days its up other its down, you cant really do much especially if your living there, you have to eat etc so it is what it is. Read More
Retiring to the Philippines by Sdmiller57
What are your top 5 tips for retiring to the Philippines?
Yes you will have all your money and very few friends if any, your women may well leave . What then back to square one? You cant own land that will have to be in your wife's name so that will stretch your trust some to say the least. I would ... Read More
Cost of Living in the Philippines in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in the Philippines to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to ...
This kind of reminds of the saying "how long is a piece of string" Much depends on how you want to live and where. If you insist on living a western life style to max then you will pay to the max. My advise find how you want to live and ... Read More
Driving in the Philippines and traffic accidents. by GuestPoster285
I have noticed that despite the fact that traffic in the Philippines can be heavy as anywhere in the US there seems to be fewer accidents. I understand that what I think I am seeing may not be accurate so to increase the data I want to ask you if ...
Driving in the Phils I dont, for the reason any incident my white face is a liability. But I have lived and driven in may countries in Europe and Asia. One thing I have found that works wherever I go. Is this you have to learn to drive like a local, ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to the Philippines? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in the Philippines, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do ...
By the look of it many have arrived in the Phils expecting something quite different to what it is.My only advice is 'when in Rome' the Phils will not change for you are the outsider. There good people there but have learn how to recognise ... Read More
Media culture in the Philippines by Diksha
Hello everyone, Being an expatriate in the Philippines is a golden opportunity to discover another culture and explore new perspectives. Each country has a unique radio and TV heritage and we would like to hear your opinion about it ! 1. What was ...
I dont really bother as life is quite busy as it is and I am not into repeating the life style I left. Read More
Advice Needed: First-time Buying Condo as Rental Investment by bobquinn0801
Hello, I currently am still living in the states but am likely going to retire to the Philippines within the next 2 to 7 years. In the meantime, I am coming to the Philippines once or twice a year for vacation and to learn everything I need to ...
I agree with the others more research the better and travel around on your visits get to know as much as you can. Even rent as suggested for awhile as the first choice may change after a few months. Another thing to consider seeing your of ... Read More
Is it legit to say I'm visiting my girlfriend here to immigration? by Jhane2193
I will go in the Philippiness for meeting my gf for my 1st time, my ticket is already booked, having also the returning e-ticket to my living country, but i have a big concern and i whould like to ask.. First of all im short in money (less than ...
If your concerned about hotels etc. Then stay in a Pension they are much lower cost and it will also convey the message that your careful with your money. But as for safety there some basic conditions that most Filipinos adhere in that looking ... Read More
Climate change experts would not invest beachfront property. by Lat61
Are any Expats here concerned about future inheritance due to higher sea levels, an increased level of typhoons and flooding ? Climate experts warn that the Philippines will be more affected than most countries.
Are any Expats here concerned about future inheritance due to higher sea levels, an increased level of typhoons and flooding ? Climate experts warn that the Philippines will be more affected than most countries.Well where I live in the harbour there ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hey Expats, I have been living in the Philippines for over a year and have spent two of the last three volunteering around the world. I am currently toying with the idea of starting my own NGO but at the moment I am looking for a new home base to ... Read More
how much can be to build a house? by giovannigio
how much can be cost build a house, mixed with cement and wood, for example floor made in wood. 2 floor , 40 squarmeter
I/We bought an existing house small single story on 100sqm. Then did a knock down rebuild took about 12 months after knock down. The new house is two storey and so much larger, it would considered a large house in the area its built in and much ... Read More
Finding a Base +++.......can you give some advise!? by Guest6789
Dear expat community, I will arrive in Cebu second week in october ..thats the plan. I will stay in a hotel a few days.....to see Cebu... Moving towardes Dumaguete where i like to find a base..from where i can get to know the visayas and negros. ...
Tom I guess its like most cities you have to find the places you like and the smaller the place the less choice you have. I have developed a taste for the local food and have my favourites, one of them being street food. But if want really good ... Read More
How much will it cost to build a house? by dimplesz14
Hi there, please advice - we're wondering how much would it cost to build a 120sqm house with 3-4BR and 2BA (bungalow/ranch style) doesn't need to be expensive but decent/strong enough materials to live for many many years. I just want to ...
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