Wingfat
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 01 July 2021
Presently living in South Florida, moving as soon as I am able by marcfladell
This is the first time I've tried researching the Philippines through an expat chat room. I don't know what I don't know but I want to learn. I would like to strike up a conversation with those similarly situated.
@Aidan in HCMC Couldn't take the dog... Covid time period. I still miss him. Read More
Presently living in South Florida, moving as soon as I am able by marcfladell
This is the first time I've tried researching the Philippines through an expat chat room. I don't know what I don't know but I want to learn. I would like to strike up a conversation with those similarly situated.
Moved to the Philippines from Palm Beach County about 4 years ago. You can follow my story on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@KanointhejungleSold my house, my car, my wife, and my dog. Read More
Moral turpitude by Paulamcconville
Hello everyone. I have a few charges on my record one being manufacturing of Marijuana, another petty theft, another criminal damaging and a telecommunications fraud along with a d.u.i. I was in a really bad place during this time and have not been ...
@danfinn I respectively disagree. He has an excellent chance of getting a visa in the Philippines. They are looking for violent people and people involving sex crimes primarily.Also contacting a Filipino immigration attorney will be a waste of ... Read More
Moral turpitude by Paulamcconville
Hello everyone. I have a few charges on my record one being manufacturing of Marijuana, another petty theft, another criminal damaging and a telecommunications fraud along with a d.u.i. I was in a really bad place during this time and have not been ...
Any felonies or just misdemeanors? I think you'll be OK if you don't have any felonies. The only way to truly know is to try.Someone I know had a "cultivation without a license" from many years ago, and that did not interfere with his visas. Was on ... Read More
Looking for immigration lawyer with Filipino to UK expertise.
"My boys" had a dad (who has passed) that was a UK citizen. He never tried to get UK citizenship for his two sons. His name does appear on their birth certificate and they bear his last name. He never was married to their mom (my wife). I need ... Read More
Water tank size? by gwaps
I will get water tank and tower installed next year in cebu . Wondered what size to get on home 1200 sqare foot?( We have two bathrooms .) Thanks :)
@renegadesric529 About 50,000P Read More
Water tank size? by gwaps
I will get water tank and tower installed next year in cebu . Wondered what size to get on home 1200 sqare foot?( We have two bathrooms .) Thanks :)
I went with a 2000L size. You never know when you'll not have water for a few days (in the province). Read More
Dumaguete or Doomaguete by Enzyte Bob
Doomaguete (Dumaguete)The attraction of Doomaguete, is it like Ulysses and the Sirens or Flies to Flypaper? Do you move to Dumaguete and live happily ever after? It seems so? with so many bloggers, they run out of things to blog about and start to ...
@Enzyte BobIt "seems so? with so many bloggers, they run out of things to blog about and start to interview each other. Now the Filipina's are blogging to Expats.So, is it best to arrive in Doomaguete under financed and expect to blog (youtube) ... Read More
Celebrations (Not The Chocolates) by Cherryann01
After watching a few bloggers listing their monthly expenses I have noticed that one of the things nobody mentioned was Celebrations and the cost to an Ex Pat. Examples would be Christmas, New Year, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings and any other ...
I did Thanksgiving ... Xmas is up to them. Read More
Brit with Chinese wife to settle somewhere safe and secure in Luzon ? by petercc028
First post and hello to all members, perhaps you could point me in the right direction to settle somewhere in a quiet area at not an exorbitant cost.I am an old Brit pensioner married to my Chinese wife of 14 years and have been living in China for ...
Anywhere in Bicol ,,, The Bicol Region comprises the southern part of Luzon, the largest island in the Philippine archipelago. The total land area is 5.9% of the total land area of ...Legazpi, Albay · Albay · Camarines ... Read More
Philippines Visa 13A and previous drug conviction here in USA by tempcinamdar
Dallas, Texas is my home and in about a year I will move to Cagayan de Oro to marry and live there the remainder of my life.I have done a lot of reading and it seems I will need to extend my stay every month until I have been there more than 6 ...
I don't think the BIR checks the FBI database. They only look for Philippine based problems I believe. Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
You can never have too much power ... Just like the folks that bought a 55" TV. After a week they all say "Should have gotten the 65" model". In cloudy and lower light conditions you will appreciate the extra capacity. Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
Outcome: Spoke with AE security and they just needed to verify it was me who initiated the transfer. My account was unlocked and I was successfully able to transfer into Wise. He mentioned some smaller banks don't show the recipients name and they ... Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
Spoke with AE ... they claim that COMMUNITY FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK actually rejected the transfer. Don't know if that's true but my account was locked until I spoke to them and told them I had done the transfer. My account is unlocked but I hesitate ... Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
@Filamretire I have verified that Routing Number 026073150 - COMMUNITY FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK is indeed an american bank, FDIC insured.I'll let you know what AE has to say.. it is possible that the agent I was talking to was confused. She was not from ... Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
I will know more when I speak with AE tonight.. thanks Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
@Filamretire Yes.... You have until Oct 31 to re-establish external links in your US banks using Wise's new account and routing numbers.Due to an operational change, your local USD account details are changing. To avoid any delays in sending or ... Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
@Enzyte Bob Problem is not with Wise... sort of. They changed their bank in the US to a foreign bank now, AE flagged my account and locked it. I will call at 7PM tonight. Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
OK Folks.... in a somewhat related matter ... I can no longer send money into Wise from my American Express Savings account. Since they changed their account # and routing # it is considered a foreign bank. My account is now locked pending a phone ... Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
No problems with wise... Over $200K transfered over 2 years. They did JUST change their accout number and routing number. If you transfer money in from US banks, you will have to create new external links with those banks using the new numbers. Read More
"Wise" problem today by Enzyte Bob
I have been using "Wise" for three years and have close to 100 transfers. For those transfers I just login with my computer and they send a sms to my Philippine phone (dumb phone) with the login code. Then today's login I got the message that the ...
How did you change the verification phone number if you were unable to logon? Read More
Family Lawyer by G_Luca
Can anyone recommend a good family lawyer for a newborn custody?thanks you
@G_Luca I can recommend a lawyer but she is located in Naga city, Bicol. Read More
Family Lawyer by G_Luca
Can anyone recommend a good family lawyer for a newborn custody?thanks you
Where? Read More
Need reputable shipping co. for household goods from (Florida) to Phil
Looking to ship the contents of a 10 x 10 storage unit form Florida to the Philippines. I know all companies will occosionaly have a problem or two, but some of the reviews of many companies are a disaster. Can anyone recommend a company they have ... Read More
Starting my life in the Philippines by Stephensanchez157
Hello my name is Stefan Rivera Sanchez and I would like to tell you about the woman that I met online I think the website was called Cupid I wasn't interested in her at first because a lot of other women had caught my eye and I had over 10 women ...
Annulments in the Philippines are scams ... everyone is in on it ... Lawyers, Judges,Clerks, etc. That said, run like hell ... you don't need that baggage... Not judging, just saying. Read More
Relationships with Filipinas - Looking for opinions from other expats by Guest6851
Here is some background on me. I'm 64 years old and recently retired from my job here in the US. Over the past 15 years I have vacationed in the Philippines for two or three weeks at a time, once or twice annually, except during COVID. In the US ...
I actually met my wife right here ... avoid "dating" sites unless you are a red flag expert. Read More
build a house in philippines by Mikko Alfonso
i am a foreigner who want to get plot and build a house on philippines, i know foreigners can't buy plots, so i want to get leased plot.what shall the contract looks like, and what is the maximum period, is it 50 years? or can go longer?what kind of ...
You will never own the house..period. I had a lease drawn up before I got married. A lawyer can draw up a lease. 25 years with the option to renew. I've heard there are zones around Subic that you can lease directly from the government .. Maybe ... Read More
"Paul's Youtube. . . On transferring money" by Enzyte Bob
On Paul's Youtube Old Dog New Tricks:Since the exchange rate is so good Paul decided to move money over to the Philippines. He decide to transfer (Xoom) $2,000 three times per month.Then his transfer was declined by Xoom. Their reason is that it ...
@Enzyte Bob Never had a problem with Wise and have transferred over 150K so far...There is a limit of about 10K per transfer but you can do the multiple times. Read More
If You Don't Believe Paul. . .Who Can you Believe?
@coach53 Say what? Read More
If You Don't Believe Paul. . .Who Can you Believe? by Enzyte Bob
Edited. . .see follow up.
Although I do like the Old Dog Channel as it's entertaining.. I have to remind myself this guy was the finance guy at a large auto dealership. He is warm and funny as he makes you think you need things like serial number etched glass. I'm not ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@Friday with Mateo Why not start a new topic? Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@Wingfat"Nothing I post here is official in any way and I advise you to contact your Physician for further evaluation".@wingfat"The good news is that generally it's a "treatable" condition - one can always visit their GP and tweek the oral ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@Bhavna Yes a bit of divergence.. Since I think the question of Blood Glucose was somewhat answered, the forum took on some drift. And yes, no advice found on any forum should be followed until verified by your own health care professional. Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
YES we are on the page......Glycogen Storage Disease Type 1a (GSD1a)Cytomegalovirus (CMV)Infectious mononucleosis, Mononucleosis, MonoRespiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV)Human metapneumovirus (hMPV)Methylmalonic Acidemia (MMA) These are ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@gsturdee Correct... the mRNA vaccines have not been "tested" long term but so far so good. No one ever promised that the vaccine (mRNA type) would prevent disease. They did however have evidence that if you did get sick.. you would have milder ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@Wingfat I previously researched Google and got this and similar Information. However, I just don't believe it is temporary elevated levels. I have not changed Activity (basically None) or Food type Intake. The same websites who say there are no ... Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
@Filamretire Yeah,, love that guys landscaping. Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
@talamban Although there are some reports of temporary increases of blood glucose, long term increase related to the mRNA vaccine seems unlikely. Temporary elevation may be explained by the fact after inoculation your body is undergoing stress ... Read More
Glucose Level Elevation since Covid Vaccinations and Booster by talamban
I am and have been a Type 2 Diabetic for more than 20 years. Moved here in Mid-2019 and Glucose levels for awhile were from low of 89 to high of 150. However, since getting the Covid Vaccinations, my Glucose levels have been getting progressively ...
Found some info on the web: The nonprofit Beta Cell Foundation began collecting data with an online database in early 2021. It gathered hundreds of responses from people who’ve gotten one or both vaccine doses: After receiving their first ... Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
@Wellsfry I had a long post describing why is would not be wise to answer that question. All I can say is you can build here cheaply compared to the States..even though price has risen this year and will probably will continue to rise. Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
@PalawOne Thanks for checking them out...Maybe some help for others thinking about building... Read More
Building a House in the Philippines by PalawOne
My wife and I are thinking of perhaps building another house in the Phils. What do people think of this?This time we're thinking of building something like this house design from pinoyeplans.comIt's a very traditional looking design, on purpose, but ...
Building 2 house here.. One 35m² and the other 265m².. You can check out my story on YouTube. FloridaMan Journey.. Front faces North. Minimal window exposure on East.. more exposure on West but not much. South exposure is ... Read More
Laws ..what is that? by Wingfat
Living here and building a home here I've learned a few things about laws and such. The first is driving laws. I'm sure they have plenty of driving laws but you would never know it. Since there is NO enforcement no one gives a ..... I use to dream ...
Got a slight Right Of way issue right now.... Purchased a lot with a 5 meter ROW.... Only problem the local church has a stage almost in the middle of it. Legal survey says it's a ROW.. I have "Just" enough room to get my pickup thru. A local Kubu ... Read More
Laws ..what is that?
Living here and building a home here I've learned a few things about laws and such. The first is driving laws. I'm sure they have plenty of driving laws but you would never know it. Since there is NO enforcement no one gives a ..... I use to dream ... Read More
No Toilet Paper In The Philippines? by Timo62
Where does the toilet paper go? At SM Malls there is often no toilet paper https://timotraveling.blogspot.com/2013/08/no-toilet-paper-in-philippines-buy-some.html in the stalls. At Ayala Malls there is usually toilet paper in the bathrooms (CRs ...
@coach53 Haha..It also took me time to figure that one out... no toilet seats wtf? It really never occurred to me people would get on top of these things to poop. It must be a balancing act taught from birth. I was thinking ..ok this is a poor ... Read More
American Express cancelled my Filipina additional member card. by Wingfat
I set up my Filipina with an American Express card a s a member on my account. They require a social Security number but will accept a passport number temporary. That time limit has run out. Is there any way I can set this up with another card ...
Thanks for the input.. I have a limit set on the card so I've got limited liability.. Someone mentioned that they have added an additional member without a SS#.... There is nothing "going on" that would cause AE to require this.. They ... Read More
American Express cancelled my Filipina additional member card.
I set up my Filipina with an American Express card a s a member on my account. They require a social Security number but will accept a passport number temporary. That time limit has run out. Is there any way I can set this up with another card ... Read More
Credit Cards & OTP by Ryan Hull90
My Name is Ryan, and I have been living in the Philippines for sometime working with an organization that is helping with livelihood projects. It is still nice to every now an then buy stuff online from amazon or other US online stores, however I ...
Good to know Google voice works for this purpose.. It's the only number I use. Read More
What type of coffee should I use for a bean to cup coffee maker? by hellorosie
Have anyone of you used a bean to cup coffee maker? Is Nespresso really the real deal? Ratings for a Condura Bean To Cup Coffee Maker?
Can I bring my own beans (roasted) into the Philippines for personal use? Read More
Covid Vaccine Shot
Sinovac is a Chinese knock off....... caution with that. Pfizer or Moderna mRNA (messenger RNA) Vaccines are safe and effective.. and a freakin miracle.. The others.. not so much.HCQ and Ivermectin are also extremely effective.Ok when you get Covid ... Read More
Covid Vaccine Shot
Sinovac is a Chinese knock off....... caution with that. Pfizer or Moderna mRNA (messenger RNA) Vaccines are safe and effective.. and a freakin miracle.. The others.. not so much. Read More
Covid Vaccine Shot
Hey .. my friend did not get the vaccine. He's dead now. Read More