Morgacj200424
American expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 01 July 2024
Remitly, Wise or? by bigpearl
Thinking of setting up an account with one of the above companies, any thoughts or recommendations?Cheers, Steve.
I use Wise almost exclusively since switching from Remitly. No issues so far and they usually have one of the best exchange rates Read More
Buying condos as investments? by Zodel
Not sure if anyone is successful in doing this here. In the United States real estate investor’s is very competitive. All though I haven’t had to evict anyone in a while I was wondering what the process is in makati? Also I was ...
@Lotus Eater Not yet Read More
Buying condos as investments? by Zodel
Not sure if anyone is successful in doing this here. In the United States real estate investor’s is very competitive. All though I haven’t had to evict anyone in a while I was wondering what the process is in makati? Also I was ...
@bigpearl I have a 3 bed 2.5 bath western style ocean front home in Argao. Fully furnished with solar. Car port, dirty kitchen and small laundry room. Nicely landscaped. We paid 10 million 7 years ago. Have put 3-4 million on upgrades since then. In ... Read More
Buying condos as investments? by Zodel
Not sure if anyone is successful in doing this here. In the United States real estate investor’s is very competitive. All though I haven’t had to evict anyone in a while I was wondering what the process is in makati? Also I was ...
Big Pearl please PM me I have a question for you regarding my house. Thanks CM Read More
HOA Billing CondoCorp Horrors😱🥵 by KenUSA
Does anyone have experience dealing with Condo CORP HOA Billing for condos in Bonifacio Global City, TAGUIG ❓ I have two condos there and even after paying 12 months in advance all my dues they keep sending me bills and penalties and ...
@Enzyte BobSo what ! The government will simply print more $. Hard to go bankrupt when you can make as much money as you desire Read More
HOA Billing CondoCorp Horrors😱🥵 by KenUSA
Does anyone have experience dealing with Condo CORP HOA Billing for condos in Bonifacio Global City, TAGUIG ❓ I have two condos there and even after paying 12 months in advance all my dues they keep sending me bills and penalties and ...
“The Federal Government owes $34 Trillion and if it reaches $40 trillion it will go bankrupt plunging the world into a economic disaster.The total debt of the US is $167 Trillion. Poof their goes you savings, assets, ss, IRA's and ... Read More
HOA Billing CondoCorp Horrors😱🥵 by KenUSA
Does anyone have experience dealing with Condo CORP HOA Billing for condos in Bonifacio Global City, TAGUIG ❓ I have two condos there and even after paying 12 months in advance all my dues they keep sending me bills and penalties and ...
Right now there is a 34-36 month backlog of unsold condos in the Cebu City area. What that might mean for future buyers are major discounts being offered especially by people on the secondary market desperate to unload their units. For some reason ... Read More
Rent Raised by 10% by Fish83
Why do they try to raise rent by 10%?
@Fish83 if you like the place offer to pay them 2.3% more per PI law. If not tell them to pound sand and move out. Forget trying to get any deposits back. That’s not going to happen! Read More
Chinese New Year by Enzyte Bob
Yesterday my Grandson had no school because of Chinese New year. Probably Chinese kids in China had classes.It seems his school looks fro reasons to dismiss classes for the day. Often classes would be cancelled for typhoons that never happen.
@Enzyte Bobmy daughter had no school in Argao. I believe it was declared a holiday throughout the Philippines Read More
Are the Philippines still relevant to the USA? by PalawOne
Are we still relevant to the USA?By Fidel Abalos - The Freeman - January 25, 2025https://www.philstar.com/the-freeman/cebu-business/2025/01/25/2416737/are-we-still-relevant-usaBuried in the euphoria of a record-breaking Sinulog Festival 2025 was the ...
@PalawOneThe OP is certainly full of doom and gloom. Funny how these stories always seem to pop up when a new administration comes into office? Fortunately most of the predictions seldom come to be. Read More
Banned For One Week by mugtech
On Cruise Critic I posted on a thread about weather in the Gulf of Mexico. The OP was concerned about the weather on a cruise later this year. Told him the name was gonna change to the Gulf of America, then the weather would improve. ...
Findlay MacD says “Got to find that money for the tax cuts for himself and his billionaire buddies somewhere.” Actually the tax cuts he is proposing are most likely to help the middle / working class. Read More
Banned For One Week by mugtech
On Cruise Critic I posted on a thread about weather in the Gulf of Mexico. The OP was concerned about the weather on a cruise later this year. Told him the name was gonna change to the Gulf of America, then the weather would improve. ...
@FilAmericanMom Excellent post! Trump is doing exactly what he said he would do and has the support of the majority of Americans. Read More
Banned For One Week by mugtech
On Cruise Critic I posted on a thread about weather in the Gulf of Mexico. The OP was concerned about the weather on a cruise later this year. Told him the name was gonna change to the Gulf of America, then the weather would improve. ...
Fred said . . . . “It's because the US education system is rubbish so kids grow up clueless.”These attacks on America and its institutions do not dignify a response / rebuttal. I will from now on treat the poster for what he is a ... Read More
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUS by PalawOne
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUSBy Helen Flores - The Philippine Star - January 22, 2025https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2025/01/22/2415949/marcos-looks-forward-working-closely-potusMarcos looks forward to working closely with ...
@Fredthe only dangerous person is you Fred with your constant insults and name calling. Trump is now the US president and was elected overwhelmingly. His recent actions have been very popular in the US and he has majority support. I am tired of non ... Read More
The Serenity Prayer by mugtech
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot changeThe courage to change the things I canAnd the wisdom to know the differenceGood way to start every day here in the Philippines. As a guest, a whole lot of accepting going on.
@mugtechThanks ! Read More
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUS by PalawOne
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUSBy Helen Flores - The Philippine Star - January 22, 2025https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2025/01/22/2415949/marcos-looks-forward-working-closely-potusMarcos looks forward to working closely with ...
@kjwildeWhere is this even coming from? I haven’t heard Trump or SCOTUS advocating for additional terms to be added to the presidency! Makes absolutely no sense. Do you know how old Trump is? Read More
Banned For One Week by mugtech
On Cruise Critic I posted on a thread about weather in the Gulf of Mexico. The OP was concerned about the weather on a cruise later this year. Told him the name was gonna change to the Gulf of America, then the weather would improve. ...
@Agg CoolabahGive it a rest dude. I am an American expat who hangs out with Australian, UK and German expats and they are all constantly bitching about they’re countries politicians and political shortcomings. Read More
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUS by PalawOne
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUSBy Helen Flores - The Philippine Star - January 22, 2025https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2025/01/22/2415949/marcos-looks-forward-working-closely-potusMarcos looks forward to working closely with ...
@Fred Please read all of your previous posts. You definitely are not a centrist and lean hard left on just about every political / social/ economic issue Read More
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUS by PalawOne
Marcos looks forward to working closely with POTUSBy Helen Flores - The Philippine Star - January 22, 2025https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2025/01/22/2415949/marcos-looks-forward-working-closely-potusMarcos looks forward to working closely with ...
Sick and tired of the liberals on this site making comparisons of Trump to Hitler! It really makes you all look really foolish and desperate. Also criticizing his cabinet picks prior to them commencing their jobs? Really what a bunch of sore losers ... Read More
RESTAMPING by vehicross100
Has anyone recently needed to have their 13a Visa Restamped in new passport for annual reporting ?
@eddieclmax I gave an SRRV? Read More
Whole house water filtration system by Morgacj200424
Looking to have someone install a Whole house water filtration system in my Argao ( Southern Cebu ) home. i already have a pressure tank in place so that might lessen the cost. Main concern is hard water so a water softner is mandatory. Was told ...
The Amazon test is a do it yourself test at home. Tests for 24 substances and shows PH Hardness levels. You do not send a sample in. I will try it and if not happy with results return it to Amazon and use a local tester if one can be found in Argao ... Read More
Whole house water filtration system by Morgacj200424
Looking to have someone install a Whole house water filtration system in my Argao ( Southern Cebu ) home. i already have a pressure tank in place so that might lessen the cost. Main concern is hard water so a water softner is mandatory. Was told ...
Thanks . I just ordered a home water test off of Amazon that had great reviews. $40 USD tests for 24 substances. I will take your advice and start with that. Read More
Whole house water filtration system
Looking to have someone install a Whole house water filtration system in my Argao ( Southern Cebu ) home. i already have a pressure tank in place so that might lessen the cost. Main concern is hard water so a water softner is mandatory. Was told ... Read More
Buying a House in Baguio Tax to pay ? by dknipes
Hello all , Uk national here . Wife and child both hold PL nationality . If I send money into The Philippines for the purpose of buying a house / land will the incoming remittance be taxed . I understand if I send money to myself it wont be . But of ...
Never heard of this tax? Read More
New Member by vcounsel777
Hello everyone!My name is Vin and I am seriously considering relocating to the Philippines in the new year. I have never been there and want to learn as much as I can regarding which provinces would be agreabale to me and which areas I should avoid. ...
@vcounsel777Welcome To the forum! As far as safety goes use common sense and you will do fine. Cebu and other cities Are Not dangerous as others have suggested. I have been coming to Cebu, Manila for the past 20 years with no issues. I am happily ... Read More
Living in US, looking for US Job while living in PH by helloimlie13
I'm currently living in the USA, looking to live in the Philippines but work for a US Job. So, of course dollars is what I'm looking for. Salary in the Philippines is just not good, to create a promising future. Kind of just enough to get by. I'm ...
Try the job search engine Indeed they have remote jobs US citizens can work anywhere in the world. Examples are online virtual personal assistants, accounts payable, receivable, teaching English, sales, marketing and data entry. Read More
NAIA Terminal 1 opens main arrival entrance to all passengers by PalawOne
NAIA Terminal 1 opens main arrival curbside to all passengers, ends VIP-only restrictionBy Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - Philstar.com January 11, ...
@danfinnNAIA definitely much better than it was 20 years ago! Read More
NAIA Terminal 1 opens main arrival entrance to all passengers by PalawOne
NAIA Terminal 1 opens main arrival curbside to all passengers, ends VIP-only restrictionBy Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - Philstar.com January 11, ...
I doubt that most of the people making these top 10 lists have even been to the airports they are reviewing. Simply cut and paste year to year without any true updates based on real traveler experiences. Read More
Returning to Baguio and Ilocos Sur by mugtech
Arrived at JFK at 9PM on 11/17/24 to check in for a 12:50 AM flight on Korean Air to South Korea then Manila. Had to pay $6 to use a hand truck for our three checked bags and two carryons. Only other time we had to pay for said hand ...
@Jackson4 No Jackson we don’t know what you are talking about? Read More
Time For Annual Report by Enzyte Bob
Annual report fee P310.Failure to file P200 per month.
I am scheduled for my permanent 13A visa interview later today in Cebu. JRC is helping me in this matter. I was told you are not supposed to be gone from the Philippines for more than 6 months at a time or you are technically in violation of the ... Read More
Municipal rates and tsismis. by bigpearl
I remember a debate I had with a couple of members on this expat site some 4 odd years ago with regards to my municipal rates, at that time about P 4K per year and no one believed me for a beach front property.We have over the last 18 months spent ...
@WHITE ASIANcompared to the US the Philippines is cheap in most areas. Exceptions would be gas, electricity and imports. Read More
Time For Annual Report by Enzyte Bob
Annual report fee P310.Failure to file P200 per month.
@WHITE ASIANsounds like there is an issue with immigration. My advice is to deal with it sooner than later. Those fines add up fast and yes there is a fee. I just paid 500P a few days ago for annual report filing Read More
Time For Annual Report by Enzyte Bob
Annual report fee P310.Failure to file P200 per month.
I was told that you can only file online if you are 60 or older however I just filed from JRC office in Cebu and I am 58 no issues from immigration? Read More
Welcome Canada to the USA 51st State lol by danfinn
Donald Trump has said it would be "a great idea" for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, as the president-elect continued needling Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in what started as a tariff dispute.Trump recently said he would place a 25 ...
@stevesayo*** Read More
US Prepaid Debit Card that can be easily use in the Philippines by Ray3131
Hi Guys,I'm also retiring before the end of 2025. May I ask any member here that's still using a 'Non-Bank Prepaid Debit Card'.With advantages of Not Paying Monthly Fee and No Fee International Purchases. And can be Reloaded Easily in Banks or ...
We pay our Globe and PLDT bill every month via CC auto payment. I use Wise to transfer money from Schwab to PNB where we have two accounts. I use my Schwab debit card to w/d funds from ATM worldwide with no fees. My wife uses PNB for bank to bank ... Read More
US Prepaid Debit Card that can be easily use in the Philippines by Ray3131
Hi Guys,I'm also retiring before the end of 2025. May I ask any member here that's still using a 'Non-Bank Prepaid Debit Card'.With advantages of Not Paying Monthly Fee and No Fee International Purchases. And can be Reloaded Easily in Banks or ...
@gregparker6201i use a Charles Schwab Debit card for all ATM w/ d with the fees subsequently credited back to me one a month Read More
Welcome Canada to the USA 51st State lol by danfinn
Donald Trump has said it would be "a great idea" for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, as the president-elect continued needling Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in what started as a tariff dispute.Trump recently said he would place a 25 ...
@windsurfer51We will gladly stay out of your socialist ( California copy) of a country! Enjoy The mess Trudeau and the liberals have made and don’t come back whining in this forum when you can’t take it anymore. I have been to Canada ... Read More
Welcome Canada to the USA 51st State lol by danfinn
Donald Trump has said it would be "a great idea" for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, as the president-elect continued needling Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in what started as a tariff dispute.Trump recently said he would place a 25 ...
@mugtechi think you meant give California back to Mexico? I agree 100% Read More
Every Man Has a Story by Enzyte Bob
Mark Thornton the host of Every Man Has a Story has passed away. I'm not much into YouTube bloggers, I watched his YT channel several times. From what I gathered he had a stroke and past away in the hospital.So it brings me to these thoughts: Expats ...
Not sure I would blame the Philippines medical system for his demise. If he was seeing a cardiologist but refusing to take medications than that is on him not the doctor. Also he was overweight. Not sure if he smoked or was a heavy drinker. If you ... Read More
3% US interest rate worth more than 6% Philippines rate by mugtech
Last year I invested $10,000 @ 3% in the USA. At the end of the year got my $300 interest and paid income tax on it of $30 since my marginal tax rate is 10%. Could have invested the same $10,000 in pesos here in the Philippines @ 6%. The ...
Not worried about an audit especially since Trump one! Lol thanks for the info very complicated indeed. I will most likely consult a tax attorney If and when I sell. Read More
3% US interest rate worth more than 6% Philippines rate by mugtech
Last year I invested $10,000 @ 3% in the USA. At the end of the year got my $300 interest and paid income tax on it of $30 since my marginal tax rate is 10%. Could have invested the same $10,000 in pesos here in the Philippines @ 6%. The ...
Maybe Someone here can give me some information on capital gains in the Philippines. So my wife and I paid 10 million pesos initially for our 3 bedroom ocean front house in Argao (S Cebu). That was five years ago. Two years ago, we spent 3 million ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@danfinnTyphoon Odette caused 3 million peso damage plus to my home in Argao! Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Definitely come and live for a minimum of 6 months. Rent a place and do some traveling. I live part of the year outside of Cebu but go there often to shop. If you like city life and need access to quality healthcare than Cebu is fine. Lots of ... Read More
Any expat PREPPERS here? by Sam Doe
I'd love to find like minded individuals to socialize with here. Awfully lonely being around a bunch of zombies who take no consideration at all about things like long term crisis prep, or even just politics or history or law or anything ...
Try Clark, Dumaguete Davao cleaner environment, more foreigners and less authentic Filipino lifestyle. I wouldn’t live in some of the expat heavy areas but that is just me. I like the authentic Philippines ( take the good with the bad) Read More
Marriage license by windsurfer51
HelloI am totally confused since there are so many different answers.I am Canadian living in Canada, my fiance is in Cebu city and we are planning on getting married in May 2025I am trying to find out if my fiance goes and applies for a marriage ...
@windsurfer51if you can afford it and are short on time I would suggest hiring an agency/ fixer to assist you. I used several times for 13A and other matters with good success. They do the legwork and often times have connections to speed up the ... Read More
Cultural difference or just crazy? by GuestPoster11478
I'm in Texas, moving to the Philippines in January. I know it won't be Kansas Toto, so I expect a lot of differences.I'm currently corresponding with a Filipina who claims a strong attraction to me. A strong profession of "true love" and everything ...
@Lotus Eateri would call them Filipina Fantastics! No panties every guys dream! Lol Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@Enzyte BobI agree I will no longer be responding to him. Enough is enough. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@danfinn My thoughts exactly! Read More
Best dating site to meet a good lady? by bkksaigon
Hi I am planning to move to the PH this summer and I would like to give a try to online dating. I am asking this question because I am not familiar with all the dating sites out there. Can you please share what dating site can be more likely to ...
My single Friends use Pina Love, Christian Filipina with decent results. Filipino Cupid also seems to be popular. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@Fred “as their new idiot leader pushes his openly racist policies”its statements such as these that keep me from even attempting a rational response to your deranged meanderings. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@Fred ”Get an education, even a rubbish American one, or invade someone's country and commit rapes and mass murders.The education wins every time.”Fred Wow you’re comments are getting to be more offensive as each day goes by. A ... Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
“Can we believe him this time? After all, he lies a lot and supports chain migration- Look at his porn star wife.” Your comments coming from a non American are becoming more and more irrelevant and offensive. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@danfinn“Hopefully they will recover their critical thinking skills some day.”That would sure be nice. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@FredYour not so subtle comments comparing Trump to Hitler and so on are tiring. Kamala and company tried this and you can see how far it got them? Trump is a businessman and knows how to make deals that’s what it will take to end the Russian ... Read More
Using your own US Phone number? by chughes6302
Before arriving in Davao two weeks ago, I researched using my existing (at the time) US AT&T phone number. I believed all I needed to do was to "Port" the number to my new Philippine carrier (Smart) and I would be OK. Nothing but OK... Because I ...
@danfinnI am on a grandfathered ATT First Net plan. My data is always off. I can make phone calls free of charge as long as I am connected to WiFi. I pay around $70 per month for this plan. Currently spending 7 months in the PI and 5 months in the ... Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@Lotus Eater You’re welcome! Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
I am just now getting my permanent 13A visa. I got tired of jumping thru all the hoops and remembering deadlines. Much simpler with a permanent visa. Read More
S&R Credit Cards by Enzyte Bob
S&R has a credit card offering 3% on purchases.
@Enzyte Bob Bounty is the brand I buy in the US. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
Dan Finn you are absolutely on point. My wife’s brother’s petition (her dad was the petitioner) took more than 20 years to be approved because he was married and had kids. He died shortly before the petition was approved. Sadly his wife ... Read More
S&R Credit Cards by Enzyte Bob
S&R has a credit card offering 3% on purchases.
@Enzyte BobThanks! I also use Amazon Prime but some paper items such as TP and PT have prohibitively high shipping costs and most liquids don’t ship at all Read More
S&R Credit Cards by Enzyte Bob
S&R has a credit card offering 3% on purchases.
@Enzyte Bobif you don’t mind what products are those? We shopped at both stores last month trying to compare. Read More
S&R Credit Cards by Enzyte Bob
S&R has a credit card offering 3% on purchases.
@Enzyte BobMy wife was going to apply, but we prefer Landers now and will not renew our S&R membership Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@PalawOneAs a foreigner ( American) living in the PI I have no interest / desire to get involved in any political discussions involving the PI Government/ leaders. I cannot vote or participate in political activities/ demonstrations, so I choose to ... Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@Lotus EaterGlad you noticed. I will nominate you as president of my fan club! Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@FredYour predictions are tiresome and pathetic. I guess you forgot that Trump was previously in office for 4 years and yet none of your predictions came true then either? Why should we believe you now. Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@FredAbsolutely as I believe you are merely throwing out baseless allegations. Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
Fred says “That's because the US has invaded more countries, removed more democratically elected governments, and killed more people than any other country in history.Add today's situation where the US is trying to get puppet governments into ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@FredAre you in any way serious and if so informed? China poses the largest threat to the PI, Taiwan, Japan and many other nations. They have one of the strongest militaries in the world with almost unlimited manpower. They are an economic and ... Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@Lotus Eater “ill thought out Trump like policy”You lost me right there. Why do persons such as yourself find the need do to always bring up Trump, especially regarding issues that have no relevance to his presidency? Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@danfinn the left invented cancel culture which will hopefully be wiped out by the new administration. If you don’t agree with them they will castigate you socially, get you fired from your job, and jail you if at all possible under false ... Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@Fred that “lefty” attitude has also ruined America! Just take a look at SF Philly LA and Chicago. Read More
New Forbes List, "Best Places to Retire Abroad in 2024" by PalawOne
Must say .. find this change in viewpoints by new Forbes List a bit of a puzzle?This is a completely different viewpoint regarding the Philippines from their 2022 List? For example see: ...
@Fred I agree this totally subjective. Who even reads Forbes? Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@danfinnAmen to that ! And thankfully Frecd didn’t have a vote. Enough ignorant people cast votes for Kamala Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@FindlayMacDWhat a bunch of whiners! Some of whom aren’t even US citizens! Glad you all didn’t vote! Read More
GCASH Requirements by avedisiandavid
Okay I know.... I'm an idiot but....I thought that I could set up a GCash account prior to my arrival in the Philippines next month. But, it tells me that I must be a Philippines citizen? Is this true?
That’s too bad. My wife who is a dual citizen has a card so no issue for us. I have a new 13 A permanent Visa card which hopefully will suffice for my G cash account Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Larry Fisher Anyone can be accused of a crime without a thread of evidence being presented. In the last case the Justice Department declined to press charges! If you haven’t learned by now that most of these charges are politically motivated, ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@FredThat says a lot about you as the main contributor! Lol Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte Bob I think you just solved the mystery ! Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Lotus Eater yes sir Mr. Flower Eater! Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
Larry said: “ohh I get it, so they're going to ask illegal aliens if they are criminals or not then deport. No, wait. They're going to scour the internet for criminal illegal aliens, then go getem. Overstays are a last priority. hmmm... wasn't ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte Bob Thanks you beat me to the reply. Using post pandemic numbers simply does not make sense as the pandemic created a economic scenario never seen before that is still causing chaos in certain sector's, such as corporate real estate, ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Larry FisherFunny how none of this happened during Trump’s first presidency? Democrats have incredibly short and selective memories. Read More
U.S. Philippines Ambassador warns of deportation under Trump by PalawOne
Philippine ambassador warns of mass deportation under TrumpBy Cristina Chi - Philstar.com November 8, 2024 | 12:51pmhttps://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/11/08/2398606/philippine-ambassador-warns-mass-deportation-under-trumpPhilippine ambassador ...
@thedfordsCorrect, they will go after the Ilegal aliens who have been pouring over the border for the last 4 years. Criminals first then everyone else. Overstays and other immigrants are a last priority. It’s about time the USA secures its ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte Bob Sorry not meant for you. Read More
Wise Transfer Today by Enzyte Bob
Were going shopping at Lander's today so I made a transfer using Wise to BDO. Wise informed me the transfer took six seconds. Sure enough the money was in the BDO account.
Just sent 525k to my PNB account. 50% Remitly Circle and 50%WISE. Sent them at the same time. November 14, 2024 ESTBank DepositPhilippine National BankPHPNovember 14, 2024 ESTNovember 15, 2024 PHTWISE:Total to Recipient₽ 262620.00 HP. WISE ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Fred says 75 million flies eat poop. My dream birthday meal doesn't involve anything brown.Trump was the first president to be told to get lost by the leader of a non-nutter country. ( WHICH LEADER?)Trump was the first president to commit crimes ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte Bobexactly what lies were posted here? The summer of love was peaceful? Hunters laptop had nothing of importance on it? The Capital insurgence was led by Trump? Biden has no early signs of Dementia and is sharp as a tack, And the list goes ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Lotus Eater You mean deranged lefties on this site many of whom are not even US Citizens. Lol Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Kampkos104I hope it is show time! About time for some real radical change in the USA. Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Fredsomeone is just getting nasty. Maybe too much Red Horse. Lol Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
Got to love all these NON US citizens who continue to exhibit Trump derangement syndrome. Nearly 75 million people voted for him lol! To Fred and his followers, Trump was president before and we did just fine. He will appoint whoever he feels is ... Read More
New members of the Philippines forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Philippines forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@mreugenekrabbswelcome! Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@danfinnI think Trump is doing just fine with his cabinet picks. He is taking his time and the process is so far going smoothly. Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte BobExactly. Trump’s position all along has been to leave it up to the individual states. Interestingly enough there have been more abortions since the Supreme Court’s ruling. As a practicing Catholic I am against abortion ... Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
@Enzyte BobLove it! Can’t wait Read More
Consequences of Trump as US President. by FindlayMacD
There are so many Americans here in Philippines and I think that the majority of them vote Republican and therefore vote for (or support) Trump, but how many of them, (And I'm talking about the ones who live here in the Philippines permanently) have ...
To Fred and the other Libs “Trump Derangement Syndrome” may not be cureable at least for the next 4 years, hopefully longer. I feel sorry for you guys, especially the Non Americans still obsessed with him. I would have no issue with ... Read More
GCash Newbie - Canada to Philippine and vice versa by chris_j11
i'm currently in Canada - flying to Philippines in a few monthsi just sign up to gcash using my canada phone #😀questions to gcash expert:- what are all the options i can cash-in / load cash to my gcash here in Canada- can someone in PHL send ...
Digital payments are now common all over the world. Plenty of foreigners and wealthy Filipinos use G cash, Apple Pay and other digital payment systems. Get with the times. Not sure why Trump was brought up or how this digressed into a tirade of how ... Read More
GCash Newbie - Canada to Philippine and vice versa by chris_j11
i'm currently in Canada - flying to Philippines in a few monthsi just sign up to gcash using my canada phone #😀questions to gcash expert:- what are all the options i can cash-in / load cash to my gcash here in Canada- can someone in PHL send ...
@Lotus EaterLets get real for once! Your negativity is nauseating. Millions of people use G cash on a daily basis. I could give a rats ass about Trust Pilot. Read More
GCash Newbie - Canada to Philippine and vice versa by chris_j11
i'm currently in Canada - flying to Philippines in a few monthsi just sign up to gcash using my canada phone #😀questions to gcash expert:- what are all the options i can cash-in / load cash to my gcash here in Canada- can someone in PHL send ...
@chris_j11Ignore all the negative posts here regarding Gcash. It is widely accepted in the PI and safer than using cash. My wife uses it frequently to pay bills and vendors with no issues. Also want to say I have had 2 PNB accounts here, a China ... Read More