tony
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looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
its easier to own land than you think.. 25 yr lease.. renewable for another 25 yrs.. or u can put in ur filipino childs name.. (still with a lease).. or u can buy a condo.. or find a nice young filipino family and have papers made by an attorney ... Read More
Building in Philippines by Sammipporo
Hi Guys, I am planning to resign soon from my work here in Japan and live in the Philippines for good. My husband and I are planning on investing by building tiny houses for rent. We are looking for a builder company who won't cheat and ...
on the island i live, there are no licensed contractors.. but if your there every day.. use the bigger steel bars, make sure the sand/gravel/cement mixture is correct..and watch what they do very closely, you should not have a problem. i built a 3 ... 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 wouldnt do it coz it makes the floor slippery when wet.. but its your choice 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
if you are talking to me... its finished, but without the tile floors 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
the house i just built.. is 1200 square feet... 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom. 12 foot x 20 foot cement deck. the total price to build with concrete blocks..steel bars and cement with 7 sliding windows and 9 jalousie windows and one sliding door was ... Read More
MOST SECURE WAY FOR EXPAT PURCHASING PROPERTY?? by Wimbleton
Looking to buy a property with a girlfriend I have been with almost a year now and would like to know how best to safeguard my investment and be fair to both of us ... If buying the land which would be in her name , I could have a 50 year lease Is ...
i made a 25 year lease.. renewable for another 25 years when the first lease expires. the land i bought and the home i built on it cost me under 900k peso.. much cheaper than if i was to rent. so, to the people that say dont buy coz you cant own.. ... Read More
how much i can earn with raise a pig by giovannigio
i would like to ask expat people if someone know, how much it is possible to earn if i buy a baby pig for 1500, o 2500 php and then raise it , and then sell it when it is 100 kilo? thanks
also.. a 100 kg pig is not good for lechon.. its too big and old. nobody will buy a 100kg pig.. 40-60kg is much better 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
the electric rate on camiguin island is over 16p per kwh.. we also have several brownouts.. i guess i will not be looking to buy land in guimaras 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
bratche.. do you know anything about guimaras? i have seen 1 hectare of land going for 350k peso.. is there electricity there 24/7? i was told the ferry ride from guimaras to iloilo was just 15 mins.. true? 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 was as confused as you were.. but after being here for 8 yrs, i found out that your cost will depend on where you live. i live on a small island, thats why i was able to build a cement/mahogany home for about 400,000 peso. labor here is cheap.. ... 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
how is that aggressive? i simply told you my total cost for everything.. you can choose to believe me.. or think im lying. its your choice 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
wrong again.. i have the blueprints.. its required. i used thicker steel than was required.. i also have all the paperwork that is required 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
what are you talking about? i just built a solid 2 bedroom 2 bath 100 square meter concrete home with mahogany roof.. sliding tinted windows and a 4meter x 4meter sliding door.. huge septic tank.. for just under 450,000 peso. that includes the ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
Last but not least.. DO NOT SPEND MORE MONEY ON A HOME THAN YOU CAN STAND TO LOSE Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
you own it until you die.. whats the difference? you cant take it with you.. leave it to your child or your wife.. property taxes here are so low, its cheaper to own than to rent as long as you live in a province and you dont build a mansion Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
its called a 50 year lease.. you cant take anything with you when you die.. as long as you dont spend millions of pesos building a dream home..it will be cheaper than renting if you plan on staying in the philippines forever (also depending on your ... Read More
Looking for condo in Makati..!! HELP ME.. :) by Filipingping
Hi everyone, Upcoming june i Will move to The Philippines. Im looking for a furnished condo to rent Makati for a reasonable price.. My price range Will be between 10 and 15k including water gas electricity.. I hope someone can help me..!!! I Will ...
anyone that needs help finding a condo in makati must be either deaf or blind or both.. there are thousands available condos in makati.. open ur eyes.. buy direct from the owner, dont involve a middleman unless your trying to give your money away 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, ...
putting land in your childs name means it is yours.. since your child is a part of you... if you dont give your land to your own flesh and blood, who will you give it to? 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, ...
im on camiguin island.. i have the land but didnt build on it yet.. rent is so cheap here. i pay 6000 a month for a 4 bedroom 4 bath home.. fully furnished and fenced.. on the highway.. all concrete.. i used to live in tagbilaran and my rent for a ... 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, ...
there will be people tell you that you cannot own land here.. but there are several ways around it.. i put my land in my childs name.. but you can also lease the land for 50 years.. and a few other ways around it. with this new president, he is ... 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, ...
i live on a small island.. i bought 600square meters (6000 sqf) along the highway for 350,000 pesos.. there is land that is cheaper off the highway road.. (250 peso sqm).. a simple native home will cost about 300,000 pesos - 400,000 pesos to build.. ... 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 was told by my lawyer that you can put property in a childs name at any age.. but of course he cannot sell it until he is 18 yrs old unless i sign off on it also. im not 100% sure how it would hold up in court.. but not many filipinos have the ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
not about the money.. just want to help people.. thats funny. good luck Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
a filipino that says" you can trust me' cannot be trusted. truth is.. every filipino will sell you land.. they will find the land and and add a few hundred thousand pesos to the price. nobody needs a filipino to find land ... any idiot can ... Read More
Cost of living in the Philippines – 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in the Philippines in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of the Philippines you are living in. How much does it cost to live in the ...
your rent is 8k a month and yet you spend nearly 122k a month for all your expenses? something is wrong with that picture. my rent is the same as yours and for the two of us we have never spent more than 40-45k for the month. 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 put the land in my childs name.. 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
im not sure i understand your question Giovanni.. can you re-type? 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
It pays to have a Filipina gf/wife! If you are a foreigner, stay out of the picture when looking at land or building/repair work. Even find a Filippino friend to do the getting of prices and quotes. My gf was looking to buy land and when the agent ... 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
friend of mine just built a home using hardwood and hollow blocks.. 2 bedroom 1 cr it was 450,000 pesos. including everything. the lot was off the beaten path and he paid 60,000 pesos for 300 sqm. you can biuld an all native house out of bamboo ... Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
i started a carinderia for under 20k..you dont need 50k a built a sari store for my gf's mother.. cost me 12k and that includes the stock and the bamboo hut/ structure .. the barangay clearance to start the business was 160 ... Read More
Looking for condo in Makati..!! HELP ME.. :) by Filipingping
Hi everyone, Upcoming june i Will move to The Philippines. Im looking for a furnished condo to rent Makati for a reasonable price.. My price range Will be between 10 and 15k including water gas electricity.. I hope someone can help me..!!! I Will ...
100k? omg.. you people are crazy. if i had 100k to spend on just rent i certainly would not be living in the philippines.. much less manila. Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
there is no 'message' that will ever deter a terrorist.... as long as there are christians, jews and all other religions the terrorists will continue to push for a world of just one religion .. Islam Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
plausible deniability.... once you make this a rule.. and show everyone that your allowing families to pay ransome.. this will embolden them.. and if you dont think this is in the minds of terrorists, your dead wrong my friend.. keep spinning this ... Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
but now that its front page news.. of course this will embolden them further.. nothing this president has ever done has been a well thought out decision.. no wonder his approval rating is below what george bush's was at this same time during his ... Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
and now that obama has approved paying terrorists to get your loved ones back, im sure this will entice more terrorists to kidnap americans.. thanks obama! Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
if you enjoy drinking all day and night and looking for nightlife and cheap girls.. this is not the place for you.. but if your looking for rest and relaxation and fresh air.. this place is great Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
not sure about work here for you.. i guess the best thing to do is come for a visit and look around. bring a few resumes.. one thing for sure.. you dont need to make alot of money to live here. there are some italian restaurants owned by italians.. ... Read More
Island Advice by j1nx
Hello all, :cheers: Now I work and live in Makati, Manila. I wanted to know if anyone can advice on a smaller island to live and find work. What can you tell me from your experience, or someone else's from living on smaller islands, for ...
i have the pefect place for you.. camiguin island. its a one hour ferry ride to cagayan de oro.. cheap rent.. no fast food restaurants.. fresh air.. no taxis or jeepneys allowed. i been here for a year and i love it. want more info? let me know Read More
Rock Drummer Seeks Musicians by KrzyBikr
I'm moving to the Philippines soon and would like to hook up with a house band situation for my entertainment more than for living income. I am retired and just want to stay busy doing something productive other than chasing beautiful women on ...
i can play the Triangle! but the Cowbell is my specialty.. Seriously.. i play ukelele and the hang drum (pan drum) too bad your far from me.. im on camiguin island and there are no musicians here good luck and have fun here in the Philippines Read More
Cost of living in the Philippines – 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in the Philippines in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of the Philippines you are living in. How much does it cost to live in the ...
its not only this island.. but many provinces are as cheap as this one. there is a home for rent across the street from me that is 3500 per month.. 2 bedroom 1 c.r. fully furnished and fenced in... im not retired, I teach English online via Skype ... Read More
Cost of living in Manila by aviatorchandu
I am planning to movie to manilla. What is the cost of living for a descent lifestyle?
I have rented many condos in manila and Cebu.. your quality of life depends on your neighbors. I lived next door to neighbors from hell every time I have rented a condo.. my neighbors on both sides were Filipino.. up all night. blasting music and ... Read More
Looking for condo in Makati..!! HELP ME.. :) by Filipingping
Hi everyone, Upcoming june i Will move to The Philippines. Im looking for a furnished condo to rent Makati for a reasonable price.. My price range Will be between 10 and 15k including water gas electricity.. I hope someone can help me..!!! I Will ...
I have rented many condos in manila and Cebu.. your quality of life depends on your neighbors. I lived next door to neighbors from hell every time I have rented a condo.. my neighbors on both sides were Filipino.. up all night. blasting music and ... Read More
Cost of living in the Philippines – 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in the Philippines in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of the Philippines you are living in. How much does it cost to live in the ...
On this island I pay 6,000 for rent electric is never more than 3,000 water is unlimited for p50 per month Gas for my motorbike is p200 per week food for 2 people is 10,000 per month cable tv is 600 per month internet is 1000 per month Read More
Recommended Money Changer in Makati by middleborn
Hello everyone. I hope you are all in a good mood! :D So I live in the Ayala avenue and need to change USD to PHP. Do you have any recommended place that has a good rate? Salamat :)
I just checked the rates and SM Mall is 44.436p and Sanrys is 44.284p / US dollar ??? Are you an owner? Don't be so hard on SM Malls , if they weren't here another half of the Philippines would be unemployed 😊 But really all I am ... Read More
Recommended Money Changer in Makati by middleborn
Hello everyone. I hope you are all in a good mood! :D So I live in the Ayala avenue and need to change USD to PHP. Do you have any recommended place that has a good rate? Salamat :)
I use xoom to transfer my money from my u.s. bank acct to myself here in the Philippines and they change it to pesos when they give it to me. no need for a money changer Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
which is why I have said in the past... no reason to get married right away.. date her for a year or two before making that lifelong commitment. if she really loves you, she will not leave you for not marrying her.. after a couple of years, her true ... Read More
Investing in a small business by MULLIGAN
Hi, I am originally from England lived in the U.S for 10 years. Currently here in the Philippines. Not happy with my life in the U.S and want to move to the Phil permanently. I have some money to invest in a small business (20,000$) but don't know ...
yes.. I was being a bit sarcastic when I replied to four1cents. he has never lived here nor has he even visited here as far as I can tell. add to that the fact that a few days ago he was asking information on where to go to rent a home here... go ... Read More
Investing in a small business by MULLIGAN
Hi, I am originally from England lived in the U.S for 10 years. Currently here in the Philippines. Not happy with my life in the U.S and want to move to the Phil permanently. I have some money to invest in a small business (20,000$) but don't know ...
you seem to be very knowledgeable about living in the Philippines.. how many years have you lived here in the Philippines four1cents? Read More
Investing in a small business by MULLIGAN
Hi, I am originally from England lived in the U.S for 10 years. Currently here in the Philippines. Not happy with my life in the U.S and want to move to the Phil permanently. I have some money to invest in a small business (20,000$) but don't know ...
I would never invest that much money in the Philippines. there is no need unless your looking to make big money.. for me, as long as I have my living expenses paid for, im a happy man Read More
Investing in a small business by MULLIGAN
Hi, I am originally from England lived in the U.S for 10 years. Currently here in the Philippines. Not happy with my life in the U.S and want to move to the Phil permanently. I have some money to invest in a small business (20,000$) but don't know ...
I been on a tourist visa for over 5 years.. nobody cares what you do if its a small business in the province. besides I have a gf and she deals with the people and barangay clearance Read More
Investing in a small business by MULLIGAN
Hi, I am originally from England lived in the U.S for 10 years. Currently here in the Philippines. Not happy with my life in the U.S and want to move to the Phil permanently. I have some money to invest in a small business (20,000$) but don't know ...
I realize that this original thread is over a year old, but ill comment anyway.. I rent a home in the province on national highway for 6k per month. I turned my front yard into a carinderia for about 500 usd. on average I make about 800 pesos per ... Read More
Living 2014 on $5000.00 a month in Philippines (living in provience) by Wayne 07
In 2010 I read a question on blog of what is it like living on $5000.00 (U.S A. Dollars) a month in the Philippines. It is 2014 soon to be 2015. I would like to know now how life would be like living on that amount in both the city and country. I ...
theres nothing correct about censorship.. we are all adults. if we don't like whats being said, we are free to not reply Read More
Looking for condo in Makati..!! HELP ME.. :) by Filipingping
Hi everyone, Upcoming june i Will move to The Philippines. Im looking for a furnished condo to rent Makati for a reasonable price.. My price range Will be between 10 and 15k including water gas electricity.. I hope someone can help me..!!! I Will ...
this post was from 18 months ago. not sure why it says NEW. Read More
MOST SECURE WAY FOR EXPAT PURCHASING PROPERTY?? by Wimbleton
Looking to buy a property with a girlfriend I have been with almost a year now and would like to know how best to safeguard my investment and be fair to both of us ... If buying the land which would be in her name , I could have a 50 year lease Is ...
that's exactly right rcampsr.. which is why I always say ' don't spend more money then you can stand to lose' Read More
Seeking backpackers for accommodation in Cebu. by dkcape
Hi All. Am looking to visit Philippines and Cebu for the first time,early next year and may stay up to two months.I have seen on the net a backpackers in Cebu City called Cebu Guesthouse,it is in Mango Avenue.Am told it could be in a noisy part of ...
2 months is a long time to stay in a hostel.. you can go to almost any condo and ask if there are any empty units that you can rent for short term.. much better than a hotel or a hostel where your unable to cook your own food and usually have no ... Read More
Legal capacity to marry by Naomi mags
Hi good pm, just want to ask about getting legal capacity to marry. Me and my U.S citizen fiancee are planning to marry next year here in the Philippines. We're working on the papers right now . We decided getting the legal capacity to marry in ...
there is a website.. you can make the appointment online and I think only the u.s. citizen needs to be there Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
I started a roadside carinderia for about 30,000p total.. but your only going to make about 20p on each meal served. for Filipinos, this is enough. but not for an expat wanting to make a decent living Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
wrong again . it cost me 1099..total. they don't charge 2200+p for fees Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
https://www.cebupacificair.com/Pages/seat-sale-promo.aspx Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
ill even go one step further coz I hate when I post something and idiots think im lying for some reason.. on november 19th 2013 I bought a ticket from manila to Siem Reap for 499p.. flight sj 257 booking reference number is k3hu9L u can ... Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
im not sure why I continue to waste my time with you.. but here it is https://www.cebupacificair.com/Pages/seat-sale-promo.aspx this one is 999pesos to hong kong and a few other international flights.. if I had more time I would find a flight for ... Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
right now.. manila to Bangkok or Osaka is 499 pesos.. until January 15th Read More
MOST SIMPLE WAY TO MARRY IN philipinnes ??? by somewhere my love
Hi could anyone married in the Philipinnes please let me know the easiest , legal , and economical way to marry in the Philipinnes . ( in Mindanao area) thank you
no one wants to ever get divorced, but this is real life.. shit happens as they say.. don't spend more money than you can stand to lose.. in almost every case, the property will never be yours if your an expat.. even if its I writing, you will ... Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
nope.. it was 250 pesos.. a promo ticket.. if you buy it in advance you can find tickets that cheap on Cebu pacific,, but of course after all the fees they add on it was about 800 pesos total Read More
MOST SIMPLE WAY TO MARRY IN philipinnes ??? by somewhere my love
Hi could anyone married in the Philipinnes please let me know the easiest , legal , and economical way to marry in the Philipinnes . ( in Mindanao area) thank you
simplest way? don't do it.. there is no divorce here.. your gf will love you if you marry her or not. if the reason you want to get married is because you want to own a home, have a child with ur gf and put the home under the childs name Read More
MY FIRST MONTH'S STAY & VISA EXTENSION IN THE PHILIPPINES by NOMISE
I arrived here from Singapore at NAIA on 23rd August 2014. My South African passport allowed me to get a 30 days visa stamped in my passport on arrival at no cost. Immigration officer only asked when's my departure date (22 Sept). I had an ...
this has been the case for as long as I been coming back and forth to the Philippines.. you always need an ongoing ticket.. the Philippines cannot be your final destination.. last time I came here, I found a (throw away) promo ticket going from ... Read More
how much is it for a retirement visa their in the philippines ? by 9434yzxq
i thinking to live only their for 6 months a year and which is best to pay visa fees all the time or go for a retirement visa?is their ant other info im missing?
I been here for 5 years.. no retirement visa.. no Philippine bank account. just renew your visa every 2 months or every 6 months..renting is cheap enough, no need to buy a home.. makes life here easier and hassle free Read More
Filipino experiences by Aniis fitriani
Hi All, I'm from Indonesia. Currently living in Makati, greenbelt area until Dec 14. I'm looking for friends to visit places in manila, especially on weekend. Sightseeing, culinary, movies, or anything. Planning to get filipino experiences ...
ive already told you what the name of the language was.. hahaha Read More
Filipino experiences by Aniis fitriani
Hi All, I'm from Indonesia. Currently living in Makati, greenbelt area until Dec 14. I'm looking for friends to visit places in manila, especially on weekend. Sightseeing, culinary, movies, or anything. Planning to get filipino experiences ...
be careful with this person guys.. she or (he) does not even know the proper name of the Indonesian language.. I don't know for sure, but this sounds a little fishy to me Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
I have a friend that rented a big home across the street from a college, and paid the owner of the home 4,000p more each month in addition to the rent (total 19,000php) and he put up a few extra walls and had bunkbeds made. it was a 3 bedroom home ... Read More
MOST SECURE WAY FOR EXPAT PURCHASING PROPERTY?? by Wimbleton
Looking to buy a property with a girlfriend I have been with almost a year now and would like to know how best to safeguard my investment and be fair to both of us ... If buying the land which would be in her name , I could have a 50 year lease Is ...
wait until your gf or wife has your baby, then put the property in the childs name.. this is what a real estate lawyer told me here in the philippines Read More
what business can i have in the philippines? by steph21
Hi, im new here and been surfing on line about philippines and business there. I am planing on moving to the philippines im married to a pinay and want to move there and open a biz but from what i read and what people tell me, its not so good to ...
rent a home as close to a college as possible and turn it into a boarding house.. I think that's your best bet for a business here. I know a few expats that have done this, and while it will not make you rich, it will maybe pay your bills Read More
Baguio and beyond by FCStraight
I am hoping there's someone out there in Baguio or beyond who can advise me about living in cool places. Here's the situation- I like warm weather...but not when it's constantly hot...say above 27-28C. Nor do I like extremely cold weather. I ...
I ride my bike around the island.. I go to the gym.. I visit with my expat friends... hike up the mountain.. smile at the pretty girls.. you know, the usual expat type activities and yes, there are many expats here. most live in the mountain coz ... Read More
Looking for a good barber us style. by Jayray
Been here 8 months and I still have not been able to find a good barber I am looking to get a skinned low fade a temp or blow out seems hard to fing help please ty.
nobody here cuts hair like in the u.s. I have long hair and all they do is a dry cut. my hair is always uneven and I look like I have a really bad mullet. I guess its time to go with the very short style coz it seems to be the only way they know how Read More
Baguio and beyond by FCStraight
I am hoping there's someone out there in Baguio or beyond who can advise me about living in cool places. Here's the situation- I like warm weather...but not when it's constantly hot...say above 27-28C. Nor do I like extremely cold weather. I ...
on the island I live, many expats live in the mountains for the cooler weather.. plus the land is much cheaper to buy (150-300p per sqm). not many choices if you want to rent there, but there are a few. its only about 8km from the town. Read More
travelling to Philippines ... need help by mithunht
Hello :) I am here because I am planning for a vacation to Philippines by the end of September/1st week of October 2014.. I am doing my home work on all the travel and stuff.. I have only 5days in Philippines and then to Vietnam .. What would you ...
its amazing how many people become members when theres a person who says they are thinking about traveling to the Philippines and needs help finding a place to rent. people be aware that if I can come here and find my own home to rent.. and plan ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To Manila...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Manila (it's between there, Saigon and Phnom Penh) Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, ...
someone here is high-balling you.. 20 dollars a day for a maid in the Philippines? your looking at maybe 5 dollars day for a maid in the city and 2 dollars a day in the provinces.. that's what I pay here in the province and that's what I ... Read More
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 ...
not sure what good a house is if you cannot own the land under it.. but its true that if the land is under a childs name.. its much better in case something goes awry later Read More
Philippine bank accounts. by Paul6300
Hi there, Just wondering if anybody would know the best way to get your australian dsp pension payed to me while living in the p.i. Last time I was there using a mastercard & atm, the fees were unbelievable. Some one suggested opening ...
I had a bdo bank acct here, and it was nothing but trouble.. much easier to keep ur acct in aus and transfer money to urself here Read More
Philippine bank accounts. by Paul6300
Hi there, Just wondering if anybody would know the best way to get your australian dsp pension payed to me while living in the p.i. Last time I was there using a mastercard & atm, the fees were unbelievable. Some one suggested opening ...
just transfer the money in ur aussie bank to yourself in the Philippines. its paid in pesos and you can pick it up in many locations here or they will deliver it to your door for no extra charge Read More
Philippine bank accounts. by Paul6300
Hi there, Just wondering if anybody would know the best way to get your australian dsp pension payed to me while living in the p.i. Last time I was there using a mastercard & atm, the fees were unbelievable. Some one suggested opening ...
I been using xoom.com to transfer my money for the last 5 years I never had an issue with them... it takes just a few seconds and cost 5 dollars.. Read More
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 ...
yes.. I used to live in Bohol about 3 years ago. it was a nice island.. roads are well paved and great for riding your motorbike.. your also right about the girls, they are much more appreciative in the province. good luck friend Read More
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 ...
I been to batangas for a mini vacation.. I forgot the name of the resort but it had cable water skiing.. nice place.. as for angeles city.. that's definitely not my type of place. if I want a girl I like it to be a little bit of a challenge.. ... Read More
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 ...
yes, we are the same in that aspect. I was a nomad for the first 5 yrs.. but recently met a great girl and we live here together in camiguin island. this truly is the best place if your looking for a long term relationship. the girls here are ... Read More
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 ...
it totally depends on the province.. there are some provinces that are not foreigner friendly, but many are .. like the one im in now. everyone waves when they pass and I have never had a problem with anyone here. best thing to do is travel around ... Read More
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 ...
on this island (camiguin).. crime is virtually unheard of.. everyone knows everyone here.. however, no malls and and no mcdonalds. the good thing is that theres no place to spend money and no way to get fat.. haha. with the money I save here, im ... Read More
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 ...
a rent to own home is big money as a downpayment.. I have already looked into it.. most want 50% or more as a downpayment Read More
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 ...
yes.. but think about it.. in this province you can find land for 150p per sqm.. its cheaper to buy a lot and build a native home on it, than it is to rent for a year.. I like province living, but some people dont Read More
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 ...
that's not true.. you can love your girlfriend.. but sometimes its not easy to trust her. things happen in relationships and we all must protect ourselves. we never know what the future will bring. maybe she will find another guy that she ... Read More
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 ...
my friend had a nipa style home built for just 80,000 pesos.. made of bamboo. he added aircondioning and bamboo furniture.. total cost for his home under 95,000 pesos.. and the lot here in the province was 40,000 pesos for 550 sqm.. that's ... Read More
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 ...
listen.. some people will tell you to buy a condo.. but BEWARE,, if your not in a very high end condo, and all your neighbors are Filipino, you should think twice. there a huge difference in cultures and while some Filipinos have respect for ... Read More
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 ...
don't invest more money here than your willing to lose Read More
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 ...
not sure if children are in your future, but a lawyer recently told me that if you have a child with a Filipina, put the land and home in the childs name and she can never take it from you in case something happens 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, ...
I recently moved from dumaguete.. was there for about a year. ur right.. less pollution and its cheaper than manila, but since there are a lot of expats living there, the rents are still much higher than in other provinces. I paid 12k for a home in ... Read More
Thinking Of Moving To Manila...Few Questions First Please? by Scotsman84
So I'm seriously considering a move to Manila (it's between there, Saigon and Phnom Penh) Have been living in Bangkok for the past year but they've tightened up the visa situation so it's time to move on. I'm a UK citizen, ...
living In manila sucks.. its dirty.. it smells and the girls are scammers (most, not all). much better to pick one of the many provinces to live. there are still bars and malls and the girls can be trusted (again most, not all) plus the rents are ... Read More
looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house by drjones2013
I looking to buy land in Philippines and build my house. Please will someone give me contact information on builders and places where I can buy material.
its simple.. don't invest more money than you can stand to lose on this island, you can buy a lot for as low as 100p per square meter. .so, 500sqm for 50,000p you can have a native house built on it for 60-100,000 peso and since the cheapest ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
I have a motorcycle.. I don't drink or smoke.. however I forgot to include my electric which has never been above 50 or 60 dollars. I don't use gas. I only have electric. water is 50 pesos (one dollar) for unlimited use.. I go to the gym ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
if you want to spend 2-3000 dollars a month fighting traffic and choking on pollution while looking over your shoulder when walking down the street.. Cebu or manila is great. not to mention catching tb or hepatitis from the bar girls you enjoy ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
Let's see, you live COMFORTABLY on $600 a month...Let us do a little addition: 150 Rent 300 Food 100 Eating OUT 50 Cable/Internet 600 TOTAL That means you have FREE POWER, FREE GAS, you get your WATER from the local stream or river ... Read More
Considering leaving the USA to move to Philippines by zinsavage123
Hello everyone :D I am new here by the way. Now I have quite a bit of questions and everyone here seems awesome so here goes. After doing my research it seems moving to the Philippines is what many like to do. The cost of living I hear their vs the ...
At tommieboy999, your $600 dollar budget might be "comfortably" suited for Camiguin, but perhaps not as revealing as perhaps a list of typical services and goods in a general area I have lived in 8 different cities in the Philippines.. ... Read More