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George

@gworsham

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American looking for information about Philippines

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American

Lives in Ozamiz City

Speaks English and learning Visayan

Registration: 08 November 2013

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George
gworsham replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Are you happy in the Philippines? by Priscilla

Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in the Philippines? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before ...

George

Its OK. Mostly it is affordable and easy to live here. There is no place perfect but Philippines allows you to concentrate on the person you want to be with. I am in a rural area and cannot find certain items to purchase which is sometimes a bummer. ... Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
8 years ago
expat1

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, ...

George

You will do good on $5000 USD/mo. I live in a town 150,000 population and have a nice 3 BR apartment, great auto, eat out often, run the AC almost all day, and have all luxuries for a comfortable life. We spend $1500 USA/mo for basic living. It cost ... Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

New Philippines Expat Guide by expat.com

Hello everyone! If you are about to move to the Philippines, or you have just settled there, here is some good news for you. We are pleased to inform you that the Philippines expat guide is now online. In fact, we have added many articles on ...

George

The Philippines Expat Guide is GREAT and I am so appreciative that it is available. This site has also been great for my soon to be relocation to the Philippines. I will be moving there maybe in October and plan to stay there for the remainder of ... Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
ruth_86

hello, what documents are needed for fiancee? by ruth_86

Based for those who have fiancee experienced , may I know what are those documents needed? Please! Need help Thanks

George

There is a very informative site on the internet called "Life as Mrs Pressen". It provides many details. Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
Fabien Occhipinti

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 ?

George

THERE ARE MANY AMERICAN CITIZENS HERE. Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

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 ...

George

Good reply:) Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
Shane14

I want learn English.I still feel nervous speaking English to others. by Shane14

I am not an Expat but I really want to learn to speak English. I still feel nervous about speaking English to others. I don’t practice speaking as often as I want to because I'm afraid that I will make a mistake or be laughed at. I want to ...

George

My wife to be from the Philippines speaks English but talks so fast I am challenged to understand her. Speaking a slower pace than the usual rapid pace helps and like everyone has been saying, practice, practice, practice. I currently live in ... Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
9 years ago
VSIVISA

Where do expats live in philippines? by VSIVISA

Where do expats live in philippines?

George

I was at a mall recently in Pulsar and saw more American looking Expats there than any other nationality. I don't see that many Americans at a mall in the USA. Read More

George
gworsham created a thread
9 years ago

Dentist

Are there any recommendations for Dentist in Dumaguete? Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
10 years ago
CodyDeegan

MAP: Living Costs Around the World by CodyDeegan

Hi everyone, I just stumble upon a post from MoveHub showing a nice infographic map where it show living costs around the world :) You might wanna check the countries you want to visit, here's the link - movehub.com/blog/living-costs-world-map

George

I will appreciate the link george.worsham@sbcglobal.net Thanks Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
10 years ago
gworsham

Ozamiz City by gworsham

I am moving to Ozamiz City, are there any Xpats there from America?

George

I tend to keep a low profile and do not give an indication of having money. I think Ozamiz is an enjoyable place with a lot of hard working people. Comparable with the USA, people tend to not want to work hard and rather rob and steal. It is ... Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
10 years ago
gworsham

Beers by gworsham

Lets get serious now. I leave for Cebu on Wednesday and will be in Cebu City and Ozamiz City for 2 weeks. What are the best Filipino beers?

George

Thanks for the choices. I like a strong beer and also like a Pale. I've never had a beer from the Philippines and this will be a treat. Read More

George
gworsham created a thread
10 years ago

Beers

Lets get serious now. I leave for Cebu on Wednesday and will be in Cebu City and Ozamiz City for 2 weeks. What are the best Filipino beers? Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
10 years ago
giovannigio

if i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing by giovannigio

If i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing for 50 years , and then if some days i have some problem with she, i want know she still can get back from me that land where i have a house too? I want buy land then build house ...

George

Yea, don't stop at living in the Philippines for15 years. Peace be with you. Read More

George
gworsham replied to a thread
10 years ago
gworsham

Fiance' Visa by gworsham

Wondering if anyone has experience with obtaining a Fiance' Visa? It is understood that about 80% of tourist visa's for Filipino females get turned down. I am a US citizen living in the USA and have a Filipino girlfriend. We have not met in person ...

George

Yes the law seems to be carefully crafted and a shame there even has to be laws like that to protect from abuse. My girl friend and I have known each other for a long period of time but not met in person. I was going to retire and move to the ... Read More