JOHN. N
@amaglow2
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Australian
Lives in SAN ISIDRO NTH SAMAR
Speaks ENGLISH
Registration: 30 December 2012
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Live in Philippines - can a foreigner become an owner? by Fabien Occhipinti
Hello i want to know if a foreigner in pinas can become an owner ?
Hello . Best advise is to go to DOJ , the Department Of Justice , in Manila and they will give you proper advise of all your rights , it’s free and Correct facts . Google the address . Cheers Read More
Live in Philippines - can a foreigner become an owner? by Fabien Occhipinti
Hello i want to know if a foreigner in pinas can become an owner ?
Hello . Yes a foriegnor can own a condo a townhouse , or the documents of Deed of Sale to a house and lot , as I do . I went to the Dept of Justice , and Supreme Court , and find that is a fact . I own the documents not the property , but it gives ... Read More
Best cities for retirement in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into the Philippines for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in the ...
Hello . I have been living in Samar for 10 years on a tourist Visa renewed here every 6 months at immigration in Calbayog . Lots of great Bike riding , here to Leyte and to Northern Samar . Love it . However many other great places here to live ... Read More
Getting a Residency Visa by RonnyRay
Hi, guys. I'm new to this forum and am currently living in Cambodia. Because I have a Pinay girlfriend, both of us have been thinking about moving to the Philippines. What I really want to know basically is that, if I get married there and apply ...
Hello . Re a Visa , you will get 28 days free visa on arrival , then pay for an extra month when that is up , which is 2 months altogether then you can apply in the province in many areas with immigration , apply for a 6 month visa which just cost ... Read More
Where do most expats retire in Philippines? by filipino.united
Hi! Just helping out a friend. The place should be: · Nice (not big city or apartment) · Safe · Cheap · Have schools and hospitals · Shops nearby, etc Any suggestions?
Talisay , I would say is a good choice too . Cebu has everything to offer and not far to travel to . Whatever you need , shopping , airport , nightlife , casinos , history , Beaches and all the adventure and Fun you could Want . Read More
Where do most expats retire in Philippines? by filipino.united
Hi! Just helping out a friend. The place should be: · Nice (not big city or apartment) · Safe · Cheap · Have schools and hospitals · Shops nearby, etc Any suggestions?
I have been to Davao 3 times and each time I Wished I had looked before I bought and built in Northern Samar. It is extremely clean , wide streets , safe to wonder at night and expats there living say , keep this your Secret . Good Resturants ... Read More
SRRV some basic questions by Buzzardman
I live in UK and am looking to move out to Philippines on a SRRV. I have been googling away for information on the details of the procedures and have a couple of questions that I am not clear about. Sorry if they seem a bit simplistic, but I would ...
Hi . Yes Living on the Australian Pension is easy if you are Single , but if you have GF or wife , you also have family and cousins thinking you are rich and want everything , so many friends you have to feed until You put your foot down . And ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
Cebu is a great place to live . You can Rent an apartment for as low as 10,000 peso a month , also all the shopping you would require is there , you can eat out in the food courts and other areas . Food is not as good as Thailand Ofcoarse , but you ... Read More
What kind of lifestyle will $5000.USD/mo. afford in the Philippines? by expat1
Just trying to learn cost of living standards in real terms verses the western countries. I see some of these costs (real estate, domestic help, etc...) online. What about utility costs, health insurance, medical care, automobile expenses, taxes, ...
Hello All . I Bought a lot and a 2 Bedroom house and Lot , (3800) squ Metres , in 2009 in Northern Samar . Close to markets and beaches . Lots of fruit and coconut trees and garden areas with herbs . I bought for 1,500,000 p and since have spent ... Read More
Traffic in the Philippines by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in the Philippines, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend ...
I live in the province too much traffic for me in Manila or Cebu . I am in Northern Samar just off the main Highway through to Leyte and to Mindanao . Because of the ongoing Road widening it can be hazardous in areas but when it is completed to 2 ... Read More
How much would it cost to live in the Philippines by Snappo
Hi everyone. I am new to this website. I am trying to figure out two things: 1) How much money do I need in the bank to retire in PH. I am thinking I might do OK with P10M to P15M in the bank. 2) What would my monthly bills be in PH. Here is ...
Far more than enough , go to Dumagetti in Negros great clean and friendly with all you will want available there . Unless you like the city , then Makati . Read More
Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...
Hello Davtjo . Yes I see a lot of foreigners living on high money and complaining , I live well on an ordinary Pension , but I did buy and build my house and Lot 7 years ago . I am in Northern Samar , but have been to Davao 3 times , should of gone ... Read More
Top 5 tips to live in the Philippines by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in the Philippines. What recommendations ...
Fair go Dave . I have lived here 7 years and found philippines a very peaceful country , always ready to smile and welcome us Aussies and foreigners . Too much road rage and rediculous politics in Australia. A great laid back happy life here , even ... Read More
SRRV some basic questions by Buzzardman
I live in UK and am looking to move out to Philippines on a SRRV. I have been googling away for information on the details of the procedures and have a couple of questions that I am not clear about. Sorry if they seem a bit simplistic, but I would ...
Steavetheheave , You are absolutely right on all counts , I have been here 8 years now bought and own a house and lot , still not married , took a lease on my own house in case of trouble , and have stayed on a tourist Visa each 6 months to renew , ... Read More
Condo in Makati - price? by kom340
Hello, I'm considering an offer to move to Manila. Can you please give me approximate accommodation rent fees of a condominium with 2-3 bedrooms not far from Makati?
What is your View if I was to buy a lot and build a house in Northern Samar , Do you see a chance of a price Rise here and in the Philippines Read More