Soonretired
American expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 04 June 2014
How to bring your car to the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everybody, If you exported your car to the Philippines, were there any formalities that needed to be completed beforehand? What were they? What is the best way to export your car? Is there a limit on the number of vehicles, or perhaps ...
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Relocating to the Philippines by Parvaze
Hi all - Just a quick introduction. My name is Parvaze, I was born and grew up in Scotland and been living in Southern California, USA for the past 30 years. I'm looking to move to the Philippines by the end of 2022 so currently gathering ...
Uggggg Karaoke! :o Whoever invented that should be drawn and quartered! It has started at 0700 until way past sundown all day for the last 5 day! For people who are generally quite kind, filipinos become inconsiderate assholics behind a wheel or a ... Read More
Relocating to the Philippines by Parvaze
Hi all - Just a quick introduction. My name is Parvaze, I was born and grew up in Scotland and been living in Southern California, USA for the past 30 years. I'm looking to move to the Philippines by the end of 2022 so currently gathering ...
been there done that-however i chose AC/DC ;) Read More
Relocating to the Philippines by Parvaze
Hi all - Just a quick introduction. My name is Parvaze, I was born and grew up in Scotland and been living in Southern California, USA for the past 30 years. I'm looking to move to the Philippines by the end of 2022 so currently gathering ...
sounds like a predicament to me, the cities are dirty and noisy and have many issues you will grow to hate fast...but the internet is faster and the power stays on most times...the countryside/province life is quieter if you buy large land area ... Read More
$1400 Biden Stimulus Check by Enzyte Bob
My daughter in the states received her $1400 yesterday direct deposit. I'm still checking my stateside bank account and have not received anything. Has anyone received their $1400 direct deposit?
yeah i tried to use facebook money or facebook pay or whatever its called and needed a 5 digit zip code.my bank had mine on file as 00000-0000 but that didnt work on the website,when ordering things online or even filling out many other forms a P.I. ... Read More
$1400 Biden Stimulus Check by Enzyte Bob
My daughter in the states received her $1400 yesterday direct deposit. I'm still checking my stateside bank account and have not received anything. Has anyone received their $1400 direct deposit?
mine was delayed to confirm my ID since it was a P.I. address. it was hell getting ahold of a REAL person to ask about it, they are sending me a letter that has a number code in it and a phone number to call, i suppose they will ask for the code to ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
i know, sad but true. i have been struggling with myself against becoming that for 5 years now,even as i slowly inch by inch ,became...the ugly american. Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
jackson4 - i am not one to "live out in the sticks" and certainly not one who "wants to be away from people with different ideas than their own" by any means. i am certainly not a person who "thinks they're better than ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
in retrospect, and returning to the original topic of this post...i have to be frank, the best place to retire here is anywhere you are as far as possible from any locals.have walls and fences and gates and SPACE between you and the nearest native ... Read More
Advice on Marriage/Situation At HAnd by William Greenlee
I am 59 and have met a 30 year old school teacher who has a child with c/palsy. I too have a Son with c/palsy. I have had my Son by myself for 18 years. I decided I would open to possible marriage but I am only interested in a Filipino. So we met. ...
jesus also said giving wisdom to a fool is like giving pearls to a swine. good luck dude. 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 ...
if anyone needs the help i offer, just let me know. Read More
Advice on Marriage/Situation At HAnd by William Greenlee
I am 59 and have met a 30 year old school teacher who has a child with c/palsy. I too have a Son with c/palsy. I have had my Son by myself for 18 years. I decided I would open to possible marriage but I am only interested in a Filipino. So we met. ...
well i for one have lost interest in this thread....LOL it does not even seem like a real thread anymore or people are having a few drinks before posting. dude does not have a clue and does not seem to want one. somehow OP went from love and god ... 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 ...
.thats why i offered to do the same for others, for basically nothing , to save them the stress and cost of building on the other side of the world , while they continue to make their US wages and save for their retirement . i offered to babysit ... 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 ...
you are correct,and the project management cost me lost wages as i suspended my employment to come here and manage/take care of things myself- over 6 months of project management cost me over 1,5 million pesos in lost wages.. had i stayed working in ... 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 ...
That's it mate get it out and I agree, 120% the owner needs to be there every day. I would question $18K US for a 2 story 2 bed house though, small house? At 900,000 pesos I can't get a fence according to builders but I will achieve for much ... 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 ...
if you have any skills with concrete or building at all you can hire a crew and build it yourself and save a bundle as well as a bundle of corruption,material,cost etc. you would get a stronger structure and know what its made of. if you get a rural ... Read More
Advice on Marriage/Situation At HAnd by William Greenlee
I am 59 and have met a 30 year old school teacher who has a child with c/palsy. I too have a Son with c/palsy. I have had my Son by myself for 18 years. I decided I would open to possible marriage but I am only interested in a Filipino. So we met. ...
even those who meet in person, met originally in person and have visited here many times over years before getting married are screwed when reality sets in who the woman really is and what the man expected and what he ended up with. to have never ... 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 ...
jesus.., dont trust anyone here.least of all what people tell you. if you plan to build here, your question is open ended. are you rich? my house cost me 18,000 US. its 2 story 2 bedroom and extremely strong. you will NEVER get this price or quality ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
if i had it to do again i would have yelled get the f''k away and kept giving him air.. on the spot ...til he responded. i feel guilty of my shyness to this day. never let stupidity stand in the way of reason... in other words never let ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
If I'm reading this right, the fact when your number is up, it's up, and it's Amazing you have 239 persons whose number is up, all together at one time on Malaysian Flight 370. I know for sure the number was up for the Pilot, I guess ... Read More
Barking dogs by tonyboost
Does anyone know if there is a law that can be enforced to make owners to control their dogs from barking??
here its not only dogs but even the cats make loud crying sounds like babies or like they are trying to talk human words, LOUDLY, for hours. dogs,cats,chickens... any efforts to end it ,be it going to brngy hall or whatever will be met with laughter ... Read More
its a gulf not a GAP...
one time this guy, Raul Delgado,he was a 'cool' guy haha...real coool. he went with me and a lady named mrs. rigdon and some other kids to go pick up a pizza we had ordered. when we got there we gave the money to Rauul to go inside and we ... Read More
i'm getting skinny by Soonretired
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ...
lol i should have moved near a robinsons or S&R it seems ! Read More
i'm getting skinny by Soonretired
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ...
What do you mean by "thankful to what you have been given" in reference to my husband? You don't know me, yet you judge me. Can someone please enlighten me as to what the post meant or implied?sorry if you took it wrong i didnt mean ... Read More
i'm getting skinny by Soonretired
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ...
i do want to say, being poor and all, you would think they have discovered the way to make the most of what they have, the opposite has been what i have seen. i appreciate and understand butchers more now. Read More
i'm getting skinny by Soonretired
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ...
I have given up on eating steaks because it's hard to find tender cuts and also I tend to overcook them. I don't buy pre-ground beef because it can be fatty. For ground beef, I buy sirloin beef at SM (but not the Bonus or store brand) and I ... Read More
Trying to decide where to retire in the Philippines by Jackson4
I am trying work up a plan to retire in a few short years. Likely wintering in the Philippines or maybe more. I am still torn which region would be more appealing: the Visayas area or the Ilocos region. I never cared for big city, forget it. ...
my vote is for you to buy my house and retire here in visayas hahaa Read More
i'm getting skinny by Soonretired
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ...
yeah no S&R here either, i am way out in province,the newest, poorest, smallest province. used to be just a small island belonging to leyte. we have 4 atm machines and they are all in town 50 meters from one another. good thing too since they ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
sorry enzyte i had a few drinks in me and was missing home and kind of depressed and in a not so good mood,i shouldnt have been typing anything to anyone really. my apologies. same to you duke,sorry for getting rude. but i still think obama was not ... Read More
i'm getting skinny
when these people cut up a pig or cow or chicken there is nothing left to eat.the other day they butchered a pig and rose brought me a plate and it was stacked with 2 inch chunks of breaded pork, i tried to eat it and found out it was big bones with ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
duke i can tell you this, come live here for a few years and you can see what liberal politics produces and live the life style that kind of thought process brings. Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
The market does not care about politics? what!?..the market went up and down with every trump tweet, are you insane? what if a socialist or communist or globalist was elected?, no effect the market??...what world are you living in ? It rose ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
just like you diss'ed God but the day i let God take control of the 'squatter issue' the guy was dead by his own faults...so have some faith bro..dont be such a skeptic. stand on your own two feet ,dont become a "forum ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
dont dis what you dont know Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
vegas you cant take into account your recent visit to the company or attitude of workers there, or the load you are hauling on your truck to them and what it means to them or the other related companies you deliver to and what there activities are ... Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
everybody i checked with back then recommended forex to ship stuff here to my wife, it was certainly the cheapest by far. worked good for me. heard about them on site by 'Mindanao Bob' thats where i did all my research before moving here. he ... Read More
Expat personal safety in the Philippines by Jackson4
There are many things likable retiring in the Philippines, i.e. warm weather, beaches, laid back, affordable. There are also some drawbacks, i.e. healthcare, security, freeloaders, etc. With the current state of policing, do you feel safe in the ...
Wow, You should have used these talents on your squatter, maybe he would have paused and rethought his plans.The squatter who recently passed away was mentioned as being "Huge" I did question what he ate being a local & all...but ... Read More
Expat personal safety in the Philippines by Jackson4
There are many things likable retiring in the Philippines, i.e. warm weather, beaches, laid back, affordable. There are also some drawbacks, i.e. healthcare, security, freeloaders, etc. With the current state of policing, do you feel safe in the ...
glad you left car running and drove away, that looked bad. only time i felt threatened was my first visit here,some guy in angeles told me his brother opened a new bar and he could get me in free etc.. he flagged down a tricycle and he started ... Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
besides, who's to say what i keep in my kitchen !!! LOL Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
i doubt they would fine you even if they looked in each BB box, which mine were never touched and wrapped exactly as i had them when they arrived here. its not uncommon for people moving to toss things in boxes and label them bedroom,kitchen etc. ... Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
i too have been having issues calling tacloban BI, same number i always used, (053) 325-6004 also saw others have same issue in tacloban.gov site comments. try +63 915 509 7376 - new bi number there. i have not tried it yet my wife went to other ... Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
like coach said, its not really worth it to bring things here, i just sent 10 large boxes and had no fees and still wish i brought less. personal sentimental things,TOOLS, books ,clothes, and keep your books in large ziplock bags or they will get ... Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
i too have been having issues calling tacloban BI, same number i always used, (053) 325-6004 also saw others have same issue in tacloban.gov site comments. try +63 915 509 7376 - new bi number there. i have not tried it yet my wife went to other ... Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
thought i might mention,like bigpearl said 'some things you cant get here..' bring as much cotton as you can,sheets, pillow cases, towels, washrags etc. i have my brother in the US send me sheet sets because all the stuff i can find here ... Read More
Sending your personal & household items to the Philippines by MovinToCebu
Other than the actual shipping cost of sending a container to the Philippines, can anyone clarify would the other fees and charges will be once the container reaches the Port of Cebu? Ie: Customs charges, unloading & handling the container, ...
i didnt bring big enough stuff to use a shipping container, i used forex and after checking all options they were a bargain! i would recommend using them as much as possible for smaller items,i shipped 2 flat screens with them as well as 10 large ... Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
hmmm...i never did any of that when i took my BB trips..just got tickets online,went to airport and flew to singapore and came back after 1-2 weeks and that was it. new BB waiver. Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
?you must test negative for covid19 before you can depart. Maybe quarantine on arrival??that i figured on but whats with all this?--> _______________________________________________ requirements: Application Form 6 pieces of 2×2 ID ... Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
i used cheapoair once when i was visiting here for 21 days and when i got to the airport at 1A.M. they had NO TICKET FOR ME! (after traveling by motorcycle,supercat, taxi and plane to get to the manila airport on time) i thought i was out the ... Read More
Leaving phillipines, returning to Singapore by Richard Yan
What are the requirements/ procedures? 1) leaving phillipines, exit permit, etc. 2) returning to Singapore 3) which Airline is good? Thanks bros for input.
i just wanted to say my wife and i flew to singapore 3 times since i've been here, once with our little boy and we didnt do any of that,we bought ticket online went to airport and left, came back week or two later, got my BB stamped and that was ... Read More
Info regarding international tourism. by Arcadieus
My girlfriend follows some Filipino reporter back home *apparently this guy is in the know and the government is afraid of him?* International tourism will resume in May 2021 and a vaccine will also be available by the end of April. Clearly this is ...
thanks for what you heard at any rate. all info is taken into account and time will tell. Read More
Buying house and lot by MrSalue
Hello, I am from Lebanon and my wife is from Philippines, so we want to leave Kuwait and settle in Cebu at first she will settle in Cebu then I will come. My question is , is there is any house and lot in Cebu specifically in mandaue or talisay ...
oh, had to throw this in, if you search on youtube theres a video of a building maybe 30 floors tall FALLING OVER ! It was in a city and fell over and hit the building across the street! i think it was still under construction, good thing it was ... Read More
Buying house and lot by MrSalue
Hello, I am from Lebanon and my wife is from Philippines, so we want to leave Kuwait and settle in Cebu at first she will settle in Cebu then I will come. My question is , is there is any house and lot in Cebu specifically in mandaue or talisay ...
Soonretired no reflection on your post, just some things you reminded me of. This stuff they call rebar, I've had black licorice twists that would be thicker than the rebar used here. The stuff they call Hollow Block, My Grandson's wall ... Read More
Buying house and lot by MrSalue
Hello, I am from Lebanon and my wife is from Philippines, so we want to leave Kuwait and settle in Cebu at first she will settle in Cebu then I will come. My question is , is there is any house and lot in Cebu specifically in mandaue or talisay ...
as far as buying something already built, it may look ok on the outside but you will NEVER know what its made out of.When i built my house i watched and participated in every minute of it and glad i did. examples- one time during installation of ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
Yup, it seems God has taken care of it for the Girl and her Kids. Her abusive husband is dead, she has beach front property and a landlord who doesn't charge her rent. "Praise The Lord"yup and i dont have to put up with his attitude ... Read More
Buying house and lot by MrSalue
Hello, I am from Lebanon and my wife is from Philippines, so we want to leave Kuwait and settle in Cebu at first she will settle in Cebu then I will come. My question is , is there is any house and lot in Cebu specifically in mandaue or talisay ...
if i had it to do over i would rent a nice place and move to a new place each year or two, see more ,experience more, risk less..be free of the anchor and stress it can bring. keep your money in your pocket. you may decide to move back in 5 years, ... Read More
visa run after 3 years of tourist by mikebrant1973
any one know what to do for visa run....almost 3 years with tourist visa,,,have someone extent over 3 years?
its not a "workaround" and IS approved. you are to leave the country after the 36 months and you are following the law if you leave.The only way to change that would be to place a limit on how often you can visit the phiilippines..Due to ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
i said this before when explaining the situation but maybe you missed it- when he started it was a wood nipa thing and was 1 meter onto our lot and i was told its temp. thing... i did not even know our exact lot at the time since it had been 6 ... Read More
Retire to the Philippines?????????? by Nobalut4me
We are a white male and Filipina that have been married for 30 years and have lived in the US nearly all of that time. We are nearing retirement and are SERIOUSLY considering retiring to the Philippines. Iloilo City (her home town), General Luna and ...
i have to agree with you after all bidens racist comments and actions over the past 40 years, its going to be hard having a white supremacist in the white house now.(and a senile one at that) Read More
Retire to the Philippines?????????? by Nobalut4me
We are a white male and Filipina that have been married for 30 years and have lived in the US nearly all of that time. We are nearing retirement and are SERIOUSLY considering retiring to the Philippines. Iloilo City (her home town), General Luna and ...
i'll just stay away from this explosive topic like it was filipino politics. or i may end up banned from here. long live America,or whats left of it 4 years from now. Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
Well did Ulysses wipe out the squatter? Haven't heard from you on this or did it wipe out you too?nope Ulysses didn't hit hard enough to clean away the "temp. structure" out front. they found the squatter guy tho, the boyfriend. ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
i said this before when explaining the situation but maybe you missed it- when he started it was a wood nipa thing and was 1 meter onto our lot and i was told its temp. thing... i did not even know our exact lot at the time since it had been 6 ... Read More
Retire to the Philippines?????????? by Nobalut4me
We are a white male and Filipina that have been married for 30 years and have lived in the US nearly all of that time. We are nearing retirement and are SERIOUSLY considering retiring to the Philippines. Iloilo City (her home town), General Luna and ...
you would still be wise to not get overly involved with them. smile.good-morning, hello etc. is fine. and it would be wise to have a wall around your compound with a gate and outdoor lighting. and remember the old saying "neither a lender or ... Read More
Living away from Cebu City but close enough to visit by Freddy2000
Hi, I would like to move to Cebu but not within Cebu City. However, I would like to live about an hour or so away so I can get there easily by bus. I have researched Naga City and CarCar but cannot find ANY rentals in those places. Any ideas ...
its outside you defined area but bogo city is great place to live,nice park good shopping expat pizza places and bars,nice people. its near the huge zoo built by that lulier guy who owns all the pawn shops. great place to spend the day or ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
just for transparency i have to add , i just saw something on CNA a chinese network, saying that everyones stocks will go up if biden wins and tensions between the US and china will ease if biden wins. they went on to say they will be extremely ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
i used to do kind of like day trading ,only it was month trading, or semi-annual trading. i would study various companies and watch the news for things, sometimes my job would get me hot tips,i was a flatbed truck driver and delivered pipe to gas ... Read More
Stock Market; Dow Jones Index by Enzyte Bob
Not long ago there were posts about the stock market. During the Covid/Market crash the Dow sunk to 20,188. Today when I checked it was 28,837. Only 715 points to go to reach all time high.
i think if trump wins it will take off again and break new records. its usually slow in october and sometimes stretches into november, with elections coming and a lot of reports coming out to stockholders on earning,futures etc. a tip if anyone is ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
Its looks to me it will be smack on...lets name it : "Good Riddance". ...You can take away the kubo but you cannot take away my freeeedoooom. :Dwell unfortunately we wont be naming that one 'good riddance' its moved north enough ... Read More
Outdoor marriage as an atheist by LB95
Hello, I'm a 24 y.o. French atheist, and my girlfriend is a christian Filipina, since I don't have a big budget, I don't like churches, and I was never baptized, i'm considering an outdoor (= outside of church) wedding. I found a ...
just remember over half of the people there to celebrate...you won't care for them too much in a year anyway. wish i would have kept that in mind from the first day i arrived. Read More
Outdoor marriage as an atheist by LB95
Hello, I'm a 24 y.o. French atheist, and my girlfriend is a christian Filipina, since I don't have a big budget, I don't like churches, and I was never baptized, i'm considering an outdoor (= outside of church) wedding. I found a ...
i think we got married free, we invited the mayor and his family to come over that evening and have some lechon. yep just checked with wife, we didnt pay him anything, just bought food and drink and invited 200 some odd neighbors etc.. do remember ... Read More
marriage and permanence by mauovernet
If I marry my Filipino girlfriend in April 2021, I can stay unlimited for life living there. MAKE A FAMILY ..... in the Philippines,? Or would I have to be leaving from time to time, outside the Philippines, and enter again? thansk !!!!
- in my case ... i want to relocate and move the rest of my life to philipines.... after get married, and start new family there... thas my question to stay to much years there ...maybe go outside one every years onlyyes, thats what i did ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
we have a pretty good size typhoon passing just north of us sunday, and from what i see out in the ocean on my laptop radar map, we have another one building right behind that one, maybe a week away,and i little more south. this might finish off ... Read More
Outdoor marriage as an atheist by LB95
Hello, I'm a 24 y.o. French atheist, and my girlfriend is a christian Filipina, since I don't have a big budget, I don't like churches, and I was never baptized, i'm considering an outdoor (= outside of church) wedding. I found a ...
i'd just get the mayor to marry you and have a family celebration , then take her away on your honeymoon ! Read More
Retire to the Philippines?????????? by Nobalut4me
We are a white male and Filipina that have been married for 30 years and have lived in the US nearly all of that time. We are nearing retirement and are SERIOUSLY considering retiring to the Philippines. Iloilo City (her home town), General Luna and ...
i would read every post here to start with ( : Read More
Expat interest in politics in the Philippines by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in the Philippines is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in ...
the less involved you get with people here the better off you'll be, i certainly would not get involved in politics where opposing parties ambush and kill each other. Read More
I am Looking for a Hair Dresser for African hair (braids) by Tootyfruity320
Hello Everyone I am a new member and am hoping someone in Cebu can help or lead me to some help. I a have very kinky coarse natural afro and would like to get box braids. Please message me with details of a hairdresser or person with skills in ...
i would teach a local girl to do it and pay her, they love messing with hair ! Read More
Advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa by pej1111
Just wondering what is the advantage / disadvantage between a 13A and a Balikbayan visa (on arrival in PHP with wife)? Pro's & Con's etc * Cost? * Benefits? * Administration? * Etc? Would be most appreciative of any input. Just ...
not EVERY YEAR, i get the free year then extend 2 years then do another balikbayan...leave every three years, i like it because i want to get away after 3 years of this place for change of scenery anyway. Read More
Life and love in the Philippines by Ccchapo
The Philippines can be a difficult place for a foreigner to live, I have been here for over ten years and am still not used to it. I arrived here by accident and stayed, now I will never leave. I am married to a filipina and have two children. I ...
i agree with everything you said. sad but true, they pretend to like foreigners just until they learn they cant get anything then the facade is gone. Read More
Mindanao by Cherryann01
I have read many posts on this site about living in Mindanao, some positive and some negative but what I really want to know is what is it like to live there as an expat with a local Filippino and is it completely safe. I have visited Cagayan De Oro ...
i've been to Samal Island, had good time, thats as far south as i have ever been, i think the kidnappings go in spurts, depends on whos president whos leading the kidnappers etc..safe times..dangerous times..its a flow Read More
marriage and permanence by mauovernet
If I marry my Filipino girlfriend in April 2021, I can stay unlimited for life living there. MAKE A FAMILY ..... in the Philippines,? Or would I have to be leaving from time to time, outside the Philippines, and enter again? thansk !!!!
or you can just be a tourist and enter with your wife, extend for 2 years,... leave to vacation and come back with balikbayan waiver and get free year then repeat. Read More
Getting retirement pension from Philippines by Mr. Puravet
My wife has been working over 10 years In the Philippines . We are living In France . When time's come , we wonder how she can get her retirement pension . We have try to get Information on Internet , get on the site of the SSS , but we ...
i think the guy post above you is just a spam trying to get some work, i dont have an answer for you but someone here will i am sure ( : Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
well,the squatter disappeared a couple weeks ago,his girlfriend doesn't seem to have a clue. probably met another whore somewhere with more pesos. i dont miss him a bit, LOL Read More
Breakfast in The Philippines by Cherryann01
Good day to all you Ex Pats out there, hope you are all healthy and well. Just a quick question for you all living in the Philippines. What do you guys eat for breakfast. Having visited four times and considering retirement in the Philippines I am ...
I do lots of omlets but %80 of the time we can only find green little tomatoes for them but plenty of garlic or black pepper or onions around,i get cheese in big 3000peso chunks when i can find it,sometimes its cheddar sometimes mozzarella,expensive ... Read More
Looking for a barber experienced in black people hair by 2fly
[Metro Manila] A black barber or any barber experienced in kinky hair, and knows how to do proper line ups, with the proper tools - an edger and not a regular clipper. Would be great if they use enhancers too. If you know of such a barber, then ...
about those screws, if you could find some styrofoam or similar material and pay a local kid to just push the screws into it fairly close together,leaving the heads sticking out a tad bit, you could brush them with some enamel in the color you want ... Read More
Looking for a barber experienced in black people hair by 2fly
[Metro Manila] A black barber or any barber experienced in kinky hair, and knows how to do proper line ups, with the proper tools - an edger and not a regular clipper. Would be great if they use enhancers too. If you know of such a barber, then ...
2fly i guess i was kinda vague in my response,..you were looking for " proper tools - an edger and not a regular clipper. Would be great if they use enhancers too ". where i live they use old butter knives for screwdrivers! i guess what ... Read More
Expat Communities by Tariq1983
My cousin has been living in the Philippines for 10 years. I am wondering what cities have the largest expat communities especially American. From what he told me its not wise to live outside an expat community when u first arrive since the ...
foreigners here gather at a small diner that serves 'american' food randomly just whoever happens to be around when you are,sometimes 2 sit together to talk but mostly just smiles and good mornings and everyone eats with ... Read More
Looking for a barber experienced in black people hair by 2fly
[Metro Manila] A black barber or any barber experienced in kinky hair, and knows how to do proper line ups, with the proper tools - an edger and not a regular clipper. Would be great if they use enhancers too. If you know of such a barber, then ...
all i can say is good luck! if i leave the house i have a hard time finding a clean glass to drink out of. Read More
Things your shouldn't do in the Philippines. by Lovethephilippines
This list is copied from another member on a different site but it was great information so just sharing for others. 1) Do not mess with Filipino pride! While Filipinos are friendly, accommodating people, they are also very proud. It would be a ...
i could add some things to the list but don't want to appear negative, LOL i will say no matter how you try to not offend,someone will get offended,even if its totally imaginary reason,excuse to do so, or just drunk. Read More
Expat Just Bought House, Young Wife Possible Problem by moonunit0103
Hi, An 64 year old expat from Texas has bought a house down the street from me with his 28 year old wife. Since the GCQ has started, she has not allowed him to travel to the house, where things are being readied to move in. She also is not ...
very sad, there is an american guy lives 100 yards away from me, kinda starting to lose it mentally , maybe 68 or so seems 75 at least, but he used to slowly walk over and visit me and chat, he would repeat himself sometimes but seemed like he knew ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
yes as soon as lockdown is done ,this covid has stopped everything in its tracks. may get typhoon dec or jan to fix this before i need to.fingers crossed. Read More
Best way to Convert $80K into PHPs by moonunit0103
Hi, My wife and I have found some acreage that we wish to purchase, and I have the cash in a US Bank. I have used Western Union and TransferWise, but the amount exceeds their maximum. Suggestions? PS: What should I demand, besides the title ...
yeah thats best left alone. safety is paramount ,renting a house can be so cheap(if your wife does the talking) it does not make sense to sink money in things here. i wish i just kept renting, had nice 2 bedroom house for 4000 peso a month. i was ... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
cash is king...nobody can dispute whats in your bank in your home country, or scam it or effect its value . cash = freedom Read More
Best way to Convert $80K into PHPs by moonunit0103
Hi, My wife and I have found some acreage that we wish to purchase, and I have the cash in a US Bank. I have used Western Union and TransferWise, but the amount exceeds their maximum. Suggestions? PS: What should I demand, besides the title ...
"Have a fantastic wife, her family is great, so I don't see much downside." sounds like something i said 6 years ago, i hope you can still say that in 6 years. for that much money you could build a modest 2 bedroom place on a modest ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
lots of good info! thanks everybody. ! have copy pasted a lot of legal stuff for later and will show my wife that guys web page..sure she'll know him. cant do much right now anyway we are locked down, no visits to mayor or anything til this ... Read More
when are flights resuming by Tariq072283
Im looking to travel to Pampanga February or March. I was wondering what what is the situation with flights now and when they were likely to resume. I was told by a friend that the Philippines is only accepting long term visas and i was planning on ...
i hope things return to normal ,at least normal plus masks or whatever. lets all just pray that the world in not on brink but just going over a bumpy spot. i am somewhat concerned what will happen in the US when trump wins again,there seem to be ... Read More
Immigration asking letter guarantee by Safferman
Hi, I have recently received this message: Hi, I have received message, is this from Immigration office? Goodmorning, this is from the Bureau of Immigration regarding the 13a marriage visa application of ________. Upon careful evaluation of the ...
or divorce decree from previous marriage... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
this is all well and good if brngy captain is not corrupt and siding with the thieves,squatters etc..and willing to sign and receive her copy. the police made up papers charging 2 guys with stealing our lot markers placed by the engineer and sent ... Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
working on it..covid issues etc..let you know how it goes,, Read More
anyone ever deal with squatters? eviction? by Soonretired
i own a house maybe 20 feet from the ocean at high tide, we own the lot all the way to the ocean. some guy built a "temporary house/shack" in front of my house, about half of it is on my property . it has no foundation but is built on ...
i have learned alot..or should i say a LOT... Read More
what i have to do for buy land in philippines by giovannigio
Good day i would like to know what i have to do when i am going buy land in philippines? for non drop in a SCAM. Because i know in philippines some land have many owner, is it right to pay 50% and then other 50% after change title how some owner ...
i don't have a lot of money and can't afford investing in properties, i just came here to relax and be able to live decent on my SS when it starts. if i had it to do over again, i would rent somewhere for a year and move to a new place and ... Read More
Barking dogs by tonyboost
Does anyone know if there is a law that can be enforced to make owners to control their dogs from barking??
Say Soonretired, Some time ago I read about a Security Alarm that when set off sounded like a barking dog. I did a Google search and there are lots of choices. One has up to 120 db of sound, Whenever your family leaves the house you can set it off ... Read More