rvilladelgado9
American expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 14 April 2022
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Expat opinion, English language skills, increasing or otherwise? by Col Rootentoot
(Writer's opinion .. maybe depends upon age?)"In Philippines, falling English standards spark calls for film, TV dubbing ban"The call comes after international studies show many Philippine students fare poorly in English reading comprehension and ...
And to think that English is the second language for Filipinos. Read More
Expatriation in Manila by milkiouais
Hello,My husband has an expatriation opportunity in Manila and I'd like some information about life there. Is it easy to find halal food/restaurants? Which neighbourhoods are ideal for expat families with children? I've heard that the traffic jams ...
@milkiouaisBefore anything, take time to learn the culture. It is vastly different from the Western world. Be careful where you get recommendations/advice. Most neighbors are not very considerate when it comes to noise problems: barking dogs, ... Read More
Rental Property by rvilladelgado9
I have been renting a house in Bacolod City. Landlord seems to always back down from any repair requests. There is a provision on the Lease that states: Any repairs below 3K will be handled by tenant. However, the things that I have been asking the ...
@bigpearl Thank you for your response. I've moved several times before I found this house. The reason I moved from the other place was HOA was no longer doing their job: stray dogs everywhere, poop everywhere and people come and go - no screening at ... Read More
Rental Property by rvilladelgado9
I have been renting a house in Bacolod City. Landlord seems to always back down from any repair requests. There is a provision on the Lease that states: Any repairs below 3K will be handled by tenant. However, the things that I have been asking the ...
@danfinn Thanks! I am not finished yet. I am taking this scumbag of a landlord to the barangay to settle things. Folks I've asked says same, it is the responsibility of the landlord to have the tree removed. It's becoming her habit of passing on any ... Read More
Rental Property
I have been renting a house in Bacolod City. Landlord seems to always back down from any repair requests. There is a provision on the Lease that states: Any repairs below 3K will be handled by tenant. However, the things that I have been asking the ... Read More
Contacting the US Embassy in Manila, Philippines
Hello, I've been emailing the SSA - Federal Benefits Unit at the US Embassy in Manila to no avail. Anyone else having the same problem? I must have sent ten emails to fbu.manila@ssa.gov but have not received any response. I have used this email ... Read More
Suprise at Landers Today by Enzyte Bob
In the past the question has come up about Turkeys for Thanksgiving (USA). Today I saw Honeysuckle Turkeys at Landers, I didn't notice the price but I just checked online and it is P2693.70 for 7.3kg. With today's exchange rate that is $47.50.In ...
@Enzyte Bob over priced turkey! Back in the day, SF St. Anthony's would give you 2 Butterball turkeys for nothing but the lines were l-o-n-g! I have not had any turkey since moving to the Philippines although I bought some Butterball ground turkey ... Read More
Filipino Drivers by arty5987
Why are Filipinos such bad drivers?Is it just ignorance of the rules, or is it something deeper?V VERNON B. SARNEOCTOBER 21, 2017 77,512 VIEWSA A AWhy can't we respect something as simple and universal as the yellow box? ILLUSTRATION BY ...
The Philippines has a literacy problem! Cause and effect is not taught in schools! There are more hours spent on praying! Religion is doing more harm than good! And the hot weather is a factor, too! Read More
Voltage transformer by Dave & Ruby
Can I purchase a step down voltage transformer from 220V down to 110V over in the Philippines? We are planning to bring some small kitchen appliances to the Philippines when we move.
@Dave & Ruby, absolutely! I did same. Good luck! Read More
Maxicare Health Insurance - anyone with Coverage Experience by talamban
Considering signing up for Maxicare Senior Benefits Card for 12,999 Pesos per year. Has anyone enrolled and had actual experience when hospitalization was needed. Not necessarily an Emergency, but just even a planned/Scheduled hospital event. I am ...
@talamban I'm also in the process of purchasing Maxicare's Prima Gold for Seniors. Be aware that the coverage does not cover hospitalization. I think, it pays 20k for emergency room (per annum). Hope that helps. Read More