10 Reasons NOT to come the Philippines !

[@brucesmith9206]

For those of you thinking or retiring there, if you can, I seriously suggest that you plan well ahead of your retirement. Example, my asawa of 20 years and I bought a condo in Davao 11 years ago. It was our holiday home. I am retired and my wife is retiring in about 2 months. With our condo paid off and with our combined pensions we are considered upper middle class. When we finally move to DVO in 2 or 3 months, we are set. Canada becomes the holiday destination. In the Pinas we will be rent free and we will have only the usual day to day expenses and money will never be a problem. Plan ahead... :)

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

BULLSEYE!!

[@jesse75]

Most don't. They go visit. Get infatuated with the Philippines. Get hooked. Think it will be easy living. They run out of money. Can't say no to the many needy people. But you and our family made plans. We have built 2 houses. Have a large farm. Everything established and growing. I'm going to build a fishing boat. I plan to collect salt water fish 🐠 and export them. Built a sound system so the local barangay can rent it during festivals etc. So much to do in the Philippines. I also have a chainsaw. Plan to do some more wood cutting.

[@JinasVlog]

Nice sharing sir... My hometown is Davao City I live in Metro Manila, worked abroad as a performing artist. It's more fun in the Philippines but most be financially stable too so we can do those kind of fun like travelling/exploring !

[@brucesmith9206]

@@JinasVlog Wrong. It is more fun in Davao. 😉

[@brucesmith9206]

@@jesse75 What I didn't mention was the fact that my wife already owned couple of houses and part of a banana farm through inheritance and about 2 1/2 years ago she acquired a beachfront property and developed a simple but very nice beach resort managed by her oldest daughter in Davao de Oro. The beach resort is like icing on the cake.

[@marcofluff]

Subscribed!!! Real talk only love it

[@jeffc1532]

Married to Filipina 27 years and currently on vacation here again. ;-) I would definitely agree with his points. Sometimes when you buy things they MUST take it out of the packaging to show you it is not broken and is working. Like we bought a microwave and they took it out showed us ALL of it and plugged it in to show it worked. This takes time so bring your patience for sure. Also my wife and I joke that even though the traffic can be horrible in the smaller major cities, you dont see people having road rage. Hell Dumaguete has ZERO traffic lights or stop signs and if you are not use to it, you would think it is CHAOS, but somehow there is no road rage. they live at a very different pace here. We also live 1 hour away from Dumaguete so it is not as simple as like in the USA where I can just get to walmart or home depot in 5-10 minutes for what I need or want. To drive here is to use your HORN plenty. LOL

[@bornonjuly7052]

You are correct Philippines is a beautiful country and every foreign nationals can enjoy but it should be respected the generosity must not be abuse like bringing your drug habits here and not ajusting to local norms, culture and standards you need to adjust.

[@apollone-pm8fv]

You are very right dude !! When traveling or living in a foreign country he or she has to be prepared to face everything and you don't have to think just because you are a foreigner with a different complexion 😘😘you are superior than the locals. For me knowing a bit of the host country's language is really helpful especially in countries where the international language is not really easy to learn ! In a country in South America , if someone needs to learn the Gringo language he or she has to enroll in a language school ! The Gringo tongue ain't being taught in public schools like it is done in the Philippines!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩Thanks.

[@rogerbryan3023]

We live in Santa Rosa and it’s beautiful and quiet You definitely need a income because it’s not cheap here anymore It is however THE most beautiful place on the earth 🌍😎☀️

[@reynaldojuan6454]

Trust this guy, he is an immigration lawyer, Thanks for the info sir

[@reynaldojuan6454]

@@mikejones5364 Oh you're jealous, maybe it was your dream to become a lawyer but your little tiny brain full of air just don't have the capability and it shows. I feel sorry for you, cry baby cry LOL and by the way F you

[@mariaaletabennettequintos241]

Hello! I smiled at this video. You are definitely right. Yes, it is nice here in the Philippines if you are a tourist but if you want to stay here really stay you have to dig into your my mind. People and places are really different. Better be sure on things or your gonna regret it. Thanks again.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@turagsoy6719]

Dont take this as a negative that people staring at you, its just filipino culture are friendly and want to know everyone in a community, once you and around you become comfortable thats the beginning of friendship and trust.

[@01redlightning]

Great job Dr Laway,,,you have adjusted well,,,and still here. Mabuhay!😀👍

[@carlosreyes5528]

just a simple thing to put in the minds of foreigners who want to live in the Philippines. Study the culture, government system, environment, climate, facilities, monetary cycle, traditions etc. not only in the Philippines but also in other countries. Avoid comparing one country to another because their standards, traditions and culture are different. Not all times are comfortable. e.g. you cannot compare Manila to Philadelphia in terms of narcotics.😊 So there is a lot to consider in everything. You should plan in advance how long you will live or for life in the country you want

[@gabeghiby6935]

that is in fact great advice... I fully agree, as a traveler since 1995 and a citizen of the world... one of the greatest features of the Philipines is that they speak English, as the official language, so including government laws, street signs, etc. makes it very appealing for westerners of course from North America and the EU zone... comparing other countries is indeed a good idea and it's part of the research of the area, and due diligence before moving to a new country... but if other countries use English just in the tourist areas, but not officially that's a big and significant drawback... like even Thailand, or Laos, or Vietnam... no English, no communication, no progress in mingling with locals, absorbing the culture and traditions and eventually establishing a home base... yes, we should try our best to learn the local language, but until we do that, after 5-10 years of full immersion in their culture what is to do? struggle every day just to communicate the basics? that's not very appealing so, the Philippines have a great advantage ahead of other countries in the area, and Far East Asia...regardless of the deep research and due diligence, the simple fact they speak English is a huge benefit and for them, the locals, and for foreigners or tourists and visitors... using English as the official language was a very wise decision of their government officials when they decided that... much better than Spanish...

[@edwardlawler9487]

Nailed it most know nothing about where they going except looking for a woman lol so I’m glad this advice was given spot on!!!

[@dansemacabre6515]

For me, there is an 11th thing not on that list which is a major hangup I have: the climate. I'm a cold weather person. I thrive in cold climates but hot, humid places are like hell on earth for me. I have a supernaturally high metabolism I think. Want to come there but I won't do well outside of air conditioned spaces I fear.

[@willg4944]

Spot on video. Each point you covered needs to be considered. Good job mate.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Much appreciated

[@suremaxtwo]

Having a blast in the Philippines! Nothing you say is as difficult as you proclaim. I'm from the USA!!!

[@josephrobi6806]

I am living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 for the last 12 years and what you said is true very true. For me the first reason not going to Philippines is the hot and humid weather. That would be the main one above all else. The second is the constant burning leaves and waste from the kitchen. These two drive me crazy but the worst is the temperature unbearable.

[@jamesrice4364]

Thanks for the info! Very well said. Awesome Vlog

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@vianeperalta3737]

Youre right,dont come if you hate noise because even in the cemetery roster dogs or cats roaming around freely and also karaoke ...

[@robertnunn3015]

Thanks for the great info ! Patience might be my only issues but I will be just fine .

[@jesse75]

I like the noise. In fact, I usually make more noise than the rest of the barangay. I play heavy metal guitar and have a large sound system. I just have to remember don't play during holy week or on Philippine holidays.

[@dennisdayton1508]

FYI: immigration here in the philippine islands is no longer going to honor online marriages we had planned to get married here also in the philippines but now it is mandatory also this amendment or change is not just for future purposes they are going back on all online marriages that they had previously accepted. Thank you, Dennis Dayton

[@annacleta6954]

What do you mean by online marriages?

[@zealman79]

I just spent two months in phil working online and living with a now ex-gf (long story) and now 2 weeks in Malaysia/Thailand...ughh...infrastructure (transport/electricity) differences/condo quality, health care, food choices (and food cost). You cannot compare Phil with the latter two, it is just so behind...and probably always will be.

[@kathiemathias212]

Every country’s different. Lots of pluses and minuses on both sides. Apples and oranges.

[@mitchwood6609]

This is true. I just got back from a month trip in the Philippines and as a white american you're a damn rock star over there if you get out of the tourist zones.... it was a wild trip ; ) lol z Also spot ON about the alcohol. I never drank so much in my life it was awful. the long lines are very much a thing. Waiting 25 minutes in a grocery line? NORMAL.

[@ohno-zx4if]

What areas that weren’t tourist areas did you spend time in. When I travel I stay away from all tourist areas for sure.

[@richardhowe5583]

video should be named, things you need to know before you come to the Philippines that will make your life un Pleasant

[@jamesalias595]

Sensory overload can be subjective, the motor bikes, the rooster, the city noise is okay to me, but the off key karaoke that vibrates through your walls and shut doors and windows at 2 am is a problem for me, but luckily some condos don't allow that. I don't have the patience of Job, but even Job would be tested in the Philippines, like going to a Jolibees in the mall and the only 2 items available are chicken and rice, no hamburgers, no spaghetti or any of their other menu items, including soft drinks. Also instead of them telling you that is the only things they have available you keep having to order something off of the menu until bingo you get lucky I guess or frustrated and leave. But it is what it is, it's their country not mine, even living there you are always a guest.

[@anelsnts]

I believe you ordered during closing time, if its really Jollibee.

[@mariovh]

Living here is a daily test …no matter what or who you are You will be challenged period Everything is a test here. Going to the mall and seeing all the people in line just to get in because the guards check bags is insane.

[@Chumarie4w]

Thank you for the content about health 🥰

[@dennisdayton1508]

Your report is true i had already known what to expect having spent a lot of time online chatting and doing research geographical research also i have been here for almost two years now and i have a filipino wife who has two children and we just did have a child of our own she is from malapatan and has a large family and a many live on the mountain in Glan. Number one thing that bothers me the most is the severe of misconception that every foreigner that the filipino people see must be filthy rich and has money to pass out to everybody but i do enjoy my solitude and i plan to have a man cave on the mountain close to my favorite place which is a magnificent waterfall long story short i love it here and would never want to go back to live in america only to visit because i have five adult children and two grandchildren thank you again and i did learn more as a result of your report best regards dennis dayton

[@michaelwright1467]

The PI is a great place to visit. But do not fool yourself. Once you leave the tourist paths, you are in another world..3rd country world! And once out of the major cities, you will find very few if any of the amenities you are accustomed to. Hot running water or even toilet paper can be hard to find. And yes, even drinking water. And in some barangays, medical care is non-existent people. Also, many there live with windows wide open and no repellent for insects. And flies, insects, and other small creatures are plentiful over there. Also, you must learn how to love rice and some other foods that maybe you are not accustomed to. The people are nice. But remember, you as a foreigner are seen as a $$$$ sign. Just know all of this before making your decision to live there. I lived in the PI with my Filipina wife for 2 yrs. And now we are back in the good ole USA and thankful for the experience. Living there for me however was not my cup of tea. I kissed the ground once I got back to the USA.

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

People thought I was crazy asking about screens. The mosquitos can be relentless here. True, it can be a very difficult transition.

[@jerrygray5510]

Excellent advice. I’ve been living here for a year and it is the perfect pace of life for me. I’m thankful that as a child all of our family vacations were rugged tent camping with no electricity or running water. I also enjoyed camping like that as an adult. I also did a lot of scuba diving in Mexico and stayed in some poor quality hotels in small towns or live abound dive boats. All that prepared me for my retirement here. I live in my spouses house along with a few other members of the family in Naval. Biliran Province. I’m not a fan of big cities. Random power outages bother them more than it bothers me. I’m not like many Americans that need things to be the way they were back home. One of the reasons I moved here was to get away from the rat race and growing hate on both sides of the political spectrum. There are about 10 roosters just outside my bedroom window at my neighbors, and I sometimes don’t even notice them now. I’ve written 2 books in this first year here and have a 4th one in the pipeline for 2024. I’m rambling, sorry. Once again, great advice. Keep it coming. Best of luck to you.

[@CyberSystemOverload]

You are exactly like me. Im from the UK, late 40s. Not yet retired here but I have a gf I visit on long stays of 6 months which I use to get a feel for the place, the pace of life etc. We are in a great location (Pavia, Iloilo) right by rice fields with happy carabaos. We have no aircon but the heat bothers the locals more than me haha! Its a very simple way of life here and I embrace it. Moving to any country you either hate it and leave, are middle ground and tolerate it or love it and feel like a local. I hate the big cities too. Never been to Manila city and have ZERO desire too. I dont even miss my car and happy potter about with the gf in trikes and jeepneys. Good times!

[@salanomichaelangelo4240]

Your observations are spot on

[@DaveS1969]

I feel ya, my doctor is giving me a stress test in Jan before my trip in Feb, i have had heart attacks but its due to clogs but i figure if i am gonna die i want to be somewhere peaceful, near an ocean not in the US where daily i am so stressed out i don't want to be here anymore lol. Its somewhere i have always wanted to visit along with Italy but its to expensive and i sure couldn't live there today.

[@markymartin6037]

good explanation. This is really applicable to everyone because if you don't really have that much income/funds or savings, how will you support yourself in a foreign country. 👍👍

[@Charles-ix5jc]

Hello i'm going next week on 1 year here in san carlos west visayas. The pacience thing is one of the things that took the longest to get used to almost the whole year May 9 or 10 months.

[@JeffMathias]

The average American can’t handle an unexpected $1,000 expense, much less have three month’s income saved. As long as you have a way to get home it’s okay to try. One of the most prominent KZbinrs from the states arrived with almost no money and he’s thriving. The Ph isn’t only for the affluent. But you wouldn’t go with both no savings and no social security or other regular income.

[@gabeghiby6935]

Yeah... no one wants the undesirables... not in the states not in the Philippines nowhere in the world... not even churches want them anymore... Don't be broke, don't complain, don't be a drunkard and a addict and everyone will welcome you... But most importantly don't be a broke bum, bring your money from someplace and spend it here... "heare" meaning anywhere any country including the US...

[@BigJoe1]

Well if you combine two negatives you can get a positive, for example if you don't like the noise you can drink that 2 $ Emperador then you will be able to fall asleep peacefully no matter what noise there is around ;) Well just a thaught! ;)

[@troymagnum]

Ha!!..that is soo true! Excellent deafening agent.

[@pearlorient9972]

😅😅

[@DrLawaytravels]

LOL not a bad point

[@davesrvchannel4717]

Go Vandy!!! Just found your channel today. Seeing your hat, you won me over. Subscribed!

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thank you so much!

[@joylight9167]

THANK YOU! WE THINK ALIKE...AND THATS WHAT I WANT TO EXPERIENCE 'THE CULTURE.... I STAYED AWHILE IN ITALY AND IT WAS THE FOOD CRAVING I HAD..ONCE I GOT PASS THAT..BY TRYING ALL THE TRADITIONAL NATIVE FOODS OF ITALY I FELL IN LOVE WITH IT. THE FRENCH FOODIN THE STATES (UNLESS YOU GO TO A 5 STAR RESTAURANT) DOES NOT COMPARE! SO I AM OPEN' TO NEW EXPERIENCES AND LOOK FORWARD TO LEARNING FROM THE LOCALS! TO ME THATS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT!

[@ZobliSkye]

Absolutely 💯 bro thank you for sharing this reality

[@NeoKrypton21]

Agree to this. These are all very well said and very helpful and useful to foreigners who would come visit or stay for a while. Good Job, Dr. Laway! 👍👍👌👌💕✌

[@tinomanlucu5209]

Nice and informative video for those planning to visit the ph and stay here for a month or so.

[@theblackboxpodcastshow1791]

I’ve been to the Philippines several times, but I’m retiring soon so I can take a extended stay , so I can see if it’s for me , I’m tired of the fast pace and love the slow progress of the country

[@mariovh]

I came here numerous times on vacation and I thought wow I can see myself living here. I live here now since 2019 and I must say Every day is a challenge. Living here is sometimes Hell. My advice don’t be fooled …behind those smiles hide some of the worst people. I say this in all honesty A lot of Filipinos are discriminating and Racist. My wife at first didn’t notice but now she does.

[@Helpfulsuggestions]

I agree on everything One thing you should’ve added is food if you come from the west and you expect your steak to taste like an American steak or your hamburger to taste like an American hamburger you need to remember that they are using a different type of cow And if you want to eat like you do in the west, you’re going to pay western prices and you can only get that type of food in the bigger cities. If you go into the province, you will definitely be missing a few things off your dinner list.

[@MarkTushingham]

I was amused at your comment regarding other countries getting a free ride in terms of health care. Here in the UK we have the National Health Service. However, we pay for it through heavy taxation. I pay 47 % of my salary in Government taxes.... then local taxation on top. Nothing is free in this world, it's just how the payment is taken that differs.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Yes health care system must be good according to expat standard. Top 3 medical tourism countries are 1. Malaysia, 2. France, 3. Thailand.

[@jenniferdavis2110]

This Doctor is right.. if you don’t have money there don’t live there period!!!! A Filipina living in New York 🇺🇸

[@xtgm6515]

I agree. It's the same as anyone moving to live in a foreign country. Adjust. If you can't, go home. Some adjust quickly, others take a long time or not at all. I always do a pro and con list with big decisions like moving to a different country. The list of pros should outweigh the cons.

[@Chumarie4w]

Filipinos are not home buddies that’s why we don’t much have mental issues problem❤ and always adjust in any different attitude and any situations, we like to explore and more fun outside with people we like 👍 I miss my childhood things there in Philippines 🇵🇭 ❤

[@jesse75]

Pinoy Pride and Crab Mentality are common mental health care issues in the Philippines.

[@teejaycarter2842]

Because it’s taboo and stigma is ripe, people don’t know how to deal with Mental health in general.They would make remarks that is insensitive and say ,”Arte lng or drama lng , let’s go out” so minimising someone’s feelings, kaya people tend to hide and don’t open up their true feelings.

[@manolonoche1885]

Weather is another issue, if people don;t like the heat, or the rain.

[@bradhart2]

When I was advising people the three things I always stressed were: 1) do not EVER get involved with a married woman. This can land you in jail and get you black listed 2) It doesn’t matter what the local age of consent is do not get involved with anyone under 18 no matter how old you are. Local age of consent doesn’t apply to foreigners. In 2017 a barely 18 year old Aussie was sentenced to prison for getting an almost 17 year old girl pregnant. Secondly, if you are a US citizen since 1995 federal law prohibits you from having sex with anyone under the age of 18 in foreign countries. More than a few have been arrested at different embassies around the world trying to register foreign born children or trying to get their wife a visa. 3) Lastly if you want to live a western lifestyle it will be cheaper in your home country not to mention often be difficult in the Philippines.

[@tybell8899]

2 WORDS! "PERSONAL ASSISTANT".. HIRE SOMEONE TO DEAL WITH ALL THAT BS THAT YOU DONT WANT OR HATE TO DEAL WITH... ITS WELL WORTH THE INVESTMENT.. This person is responsible for all issues pertaining to running household.. Cooking, Cleaning, Driving, Washing, Errands, & ALL other duties.. Certain things about the Phils I knew that I could NEVER deal with.. Being military, you quickly learn to adapt, improvise, or overcome all obstacles. Having a VA Hospital here makes health care so much easier. Fruits, Vegetables, Milk, & Meats, I buy weekly.. All other household essentials, I buy once a year.. Even then, it's delivered to my home in discreet packaging.. My biggest headache to this day is all of the ROOSTERS! Day sleeper..

[@Michibz57]

good Video, good content, thank you 👍

[@Sweet-T-Mama]

Good points! 👍

[@buenasdias910]

Well said 🎉

[@DHcycling]

great advice doc! we don't need people with the issues you pointed out. especially the complainers

[@worldchanges10]

Philippines people are very streets smart

[@cryptogaming9935]

one for the algoritm, thx 4 sharing

[@MyDadsWorldWar2CombatMemoirs]

Good Vid Doc! Folks will also spend more than they think in their first 6 months of living in the Phils....

[@DrLawaytravels]

Yes they will! Inflation is real

[@Luke-db9fc]

As a American born Filipino, Dr. Laway, NOW you're making sense. No such thing as a paradise, anywhere or anyplace. Folks, get with it.

[@mettahuttravels3183]

Dear Sir. My wife & I have been to Thailand several times & love it. Could you suggest a nice destination for visiting in the Phillipines. We love culture & markets.

[@mariovh]

You cannot compare. The Philippines are beautiful but it’s not like Thailand. Boracay is very nice Palawan Is a Must…look it up Coron El Nido And be aware…a lot of thieves and scammers here. Make sure your money is not visible, never take a cab unless he puts on the meter or your screwed.

[@bonvili3930]

One whole year ? Wow and your full of advice na Amazing!!

[@quackersna]

I think propensity for war with a much larger neighbor would be the main reason. The Spratly islands are highly contested and almost as important to China as Taiwan. Most analysts have moved their flash point projections from 2030 to 2025. It's not a matter of if there will be war but when.

[@herminiasalas6000]

self-evaluation and sustainabiity

[@mariloumamenta5563]

I beg to disagree but I think we have very good medical practitioners here and surgeons even nurses and proof of that are all those Filipinos in the medical field all over the world. I recently had a lung operation and what I had was VATS( video guided) not the open type of surgery We also have RATS (robotic). Maybe what will affect you is it might not be free because your medical insurance might not cover it if done outside your country. We also have HMO here. Maybe check first if your medical insurance will cover you outside your country. If not you can apply for one here if you were in the Philippines.

[@franciscusjohannesburger3720]

Good info thanks !

[@EugenioMagay-fc7gm]

Everything you said is soon!!! True foreigners need to know and adopt in our culture and way of Life 😂😂😂❤❤❤ Life in the Philippines is slow more so in the province 🤣🤣🤣

[@luis_fsempe]

Yeah yeah very patient when driving, is horrible motorcycle on the middle of town county

[@ehime4u2]

Very interesting video, thanks. I actually live Japan, many of your reasons are similar to Japan living. Can I ask what kind of mic you are using? I am a teacher and am always looks for tech tools that I can use.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Rode Wireless Go II mic

[@ehime4u2]

@@DrLawaytravels Thank you for the information, I will try to find something like that in a store or on Amazon. Thanks again.

[@henrybandola6841]

Very informative and honest opinion good job...

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thank you so much!

[@jaybee1597]

Good solid advice and info!

[@DrLawaytravels]

Appreciate it!

[@time2eat850]

Awesome straightforward advice 🇺🇲🇵🇭

[@n.nicolas2290]

St. Luke's Medical center is the Best hospital in Manila Philippines, modern all advance technology, check it out bro

[@russellbree6458]

For visa try PRA but there is a bond

[@dellcruz2818]

i enjoy your video. good advice. im a filipino. and your video. informative.. correct.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@wasntanythingmuch]

From all I have heard, moving from the US to the Philippines involves *importing* cash there. Business sounds sketch there. Just be prepared to pay your way. Again, Occidentals import cash to these places, you won't make any. In a way, the process resembles basic gas pressure laws in physics

[@victorpulos823]

I been in Philippines at 2009 and no problems

[@jerrytang3146]

LOL! It's noisy in the Philippines! Why? 1. People know their neighbors and they'd trade a few steps for a little more exercise on the vocal chords to save on energy. 2. THere are very few secrets in the neighborhood, so what's the use on hushing up on the gossip? 3. People have small houses, so they stay outside more often. More chance to see friends passing by and talk. 4. People generally walk or take a motorbike (instead of cars). More friends to greet. Also, the bikes are extremely noisy! 5. People's houses may have flimsy walls. Noise exits more. 6. LOTS OF BABIES CRYING AND CHILDREN PLAYING. You hear all of them. But that's being part of the community! Just get used to it.

[@DerpyMcSquirtle]

Me and my wife are already planning our future in the Philippines and discussing income ect…I’m a care assistant so my job won’t transfer there so we are looking at all sorts of other incomes be that farming (she’s already a farmer), online retail or some form of shop or i retrain into something else 🤷🏼‍♂️.looking forward to retiring in the Philippines at some point but still a while to go before I can do that tho, atleast 27 years 😂

[@troymagnum]

Its no joke about patience!!!..9 hours at LTO to replace a driver's license. 5 hours at DFA just to be told I do not have all the documents needed, 6 hour wait at an approved LTO clinic for drivers medical exam (took 8 min to complete when called in,) and US embassy in Manila...woooo, pack lunch and dinner and hang out at SM park, its an all day affair!

[@maxxd4119]

Fixer $100

[@troymagnum]

Its the way to go in that country. Make corruption work to our advantage.

[@roberteredera5151]

This man is negative minded about living in Philippines he did know living in Philippines is not about money to enjoy it.

[@ohno-zx4if]

This may sound weird but I decided to rent my house that’s paid off in Florida for 2700$ a month to go rent an apartment in a country where I can rent a beautiful apartment in a 79 story condo in BGC city 8000 miles away for 400$ a month for 5 years or whatever city i end up in the Philippines. It will finally give me the only way to save 2500$ a month for 5 years. Saving money has been impossible in america. The American dream is over. I can’t allow myself to get old and not have money saved in case of an emergency. In so tired of worrying about not having money saved. If I like it after 5 years I come back and sell my house if I dislike like it after 5 years I’m a plane ticket away from going back to my regular life at least I will have money saved. I will be 55 in five years I will live off my 2000$ a month pension in the Philippines and save the rental money it will fell good after five years to have 125k saved and enjoying a new beautiful country and a new experience. Living in america is not fun anymore

[@napoleonmdusa8877]

just be prepared for a renter of your house deciding to stop paying the rent. You'll be 8000 miles away and not easy to boot them out and get someone else to rent your house.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Rental housing in US is an excellent way to fund your lifestyle in the Philippines In my opinion. Florida is pretty pro landlord so that works as well

[@1966bluemax]

Wait if your house is paid off, why is it hard to save???

[@ohno-zx4if]

You never heard of taxes and insurance utilities alone cost 400$ a month Just because a house is paid off it doesn’t mean you’re free and clear of all bills. Once it’s rented I will be free off all bills. I’m glad rents are very expensive in america it definitely makes my life easier

[@KeViNTT1981]

Great Advise Dr.

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thanks for watching!

[@ericroquelibranda8806]

same in other countries, this is general advice …

[@coms00]

very sound advice my friend…

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thank you so much!

[@eyeofventure]

These are basically just things that you have to know if you plan on going to any other country. You should focus on the positive things and not the negative things that are Not relevant

[@hollywoodpotato5289]

“I’ve been uptown. I’ve been downtown. I’ve been all around. But I’ve never been so broke that I couldn’t leave town. I’m the Changeling. See me change…” Jim Morrison

[@lanieaguisanda6221]

Before you settle for life in Philippines know your wants and lifestyle, that you can find place for you

[@undercovertraveler515]

I guess inwill blend perfectly, I'm Puerto Rican and my skin is somewhat dark, been there and many sidnt even know I was an American til I opened my mouth to speak, being a bit tagalog or not😅

[@zoey6983]

The biggest question is where do expat get their income from ? I really would like to know ?

[@anelsnts]

Teaching English online.

[@russellbree6458]

Most of this applies for all of South East Asia

[@MegaMagata]

G'day Dok, enjoy living in the Philippines. Thanks for all the information for those who are wishing to stay in the Philippines from other countries. You're a fair dinkum fellow 🕊🕊

What is your camera, clear and crisp?

[@DrLawaytravels]

GoPRO Hero 9 Black in this vid

[@MrAnythingForSelenas]

How much money would I need for a two-week vacation in the Philippines?

[@anelsnts]

A $100/ day will be good. That’s including local air travels and BNB.

[@MrAnythingForSelenas]

@@anelsnts let me be a little bit more specific there's maybe about four different women that I'm going to meet separately for those two weeks. So hundred dollars a day is what I should save for?

[@rccabrera10584]

Nice content

[@allanbalbuena6236]

SO DR LAWAY YOU NEED TO COME BACK HERE IN STATES LOL

[@chuck9112]

EVERYTHING is full of MSG and oil 😅 and there is a law that every home must have a dog that never stops barking or you will be fined. Hahaha

[@kimty4616]

Dogs are adopted for security purposes. There's a reason most household have dogs. Dogs are tolerable, but not karaoke or loud music with lousy songs, or lousy speakers.I woudn't mind if it is Marshall speakers,LOL Honestly, the earthquakes, and typhoons are one of tye biggest hazards here. Philippines is situated in the "ring of fire" area. Regarding MSG and oil...nah..depends on your culinary expertise. There are lots of healthy options around.

[@chuck9112]

@Kim Ty did you see the haaahaa on my comment? Who doesn't know that barking dogs are for security. I was making a joke.

[@chuck9112]

@Kim Ty I'm allergic to MSG. I get heart palpitations for hours. Even in the supermarket, sausage, processed anything, all snacks chips ect.., and all have msg. But I'm better off not eating that anyway.

[@woutergijs5246]

What I miss in the vlogs of Americans in the Ph is that they go to the gun range in the weekend.

[@suntzu4607]

1 Reason to not come to the Philippines. We have 4 seasons here. The Flood, Hell Trial, Jose Mari Chan, and your girlfriend during that time of the month.

[@lauriecraver9918]

explain Jose one please

[@xerxes-thegodking7884]

Non of these issues really phase me. The one think no one is discussing and/or thought about is ...do you really want to be in the Philippines when China decides to move? Notice how the PH military is really gearing up in 2023! They know Chinas coming...where else will the US deploy from! They (PH) are getting a lot of shiny new toys from the US, Korean, and Japan (mostly defense). Food for though!

[@richardbrown9344]

I believe China is already running the Phils...look how the Philippines is slowly but surely progressing digitally..e arrival/ departure, registering of SIM cards for everyone...why?....because China are in some way involved.

[@netbiz888]

There was one American religious pastor who became our neighbor in the province and he used to do religious service of singing,, dancing, lectures late into the night until they are the only house noisy, and they still didn't notice it, and wake up late in the morning. Problem for him was we have a neighbor who raises fighting cocks and he cannot stand their crowing early in the morning. Filipinos welcome these biological alarm clocks as the start of a new day. And here is this American guy shouting early in the morning, along with those roosters crowing, because he couldn't sleep. He planned to sue our neighbor because our neighbor could not silence those crowing roosters early in the morning. duh, lol.

[@jamestodd1419]

Bullseye! However, it's fabulour when you fit in and live with the love of your life for the rest of your life.

[@Whitepinoy]

good video

[@DrLawaytravels]

Thanks for the visit

[@gordonkistler916]

I am 66 and a widower I have a $ 5,000 monthly disability retirement (VA and social security) and I also have $200,000 in savings. health wise I have COPD and BPH, I live in Jacksonville Florida so I'm used to hot and humidity, so I am wondering if PI would be a good fit for me and I also love a slow pace of life too.

[@KoKo-gu3dh]

My advice would be take a vacation here first & see how you like it! There are big expat communities in Cebu & Dumaguete!

[@Bilytkid]

Social Security will not cover you in the Philippines. You'd need to buy separate health insurance, when you arrive.

[@gabeghiby6935]

With that income you'd live like a king in the Philippines or any other developing counties... In the states too people working full time jobs are not making that kind of money so you can live the middle class lifestyle easily...as in any other western countries, EU zone, Japan South Korea and Australia and New Zealand... The Philippines is a great country with great people and culture and traditions... and beautiful women would like to date you as long as you keep your wallet open... Keep your revenue and assets private and downplay it, don't brag about it or you'll become a target...in any country... Don't underestimate the slow pace, long lines, noise pollution roosters and dogs and motorbikes all day and night 24hrs government bureaucracy in dealing with paperwork resident ID, visa, etc. One full day - not hour - to buy groceries, critters and mosquitoes and ants and bugs and rats and mice... weekly power outages (depending on the location) unreliable internet, poor waste and garbage management below the standards you are used to, etc etc etc... Do not underestimate all that... Take a 3-6 months vacation, experience it first hand and only after that make an informed decision...

[@gabeghiby6935]

@@mikejones5364 yep... with that income I would leave the states for good... just extended vacations in the Philippines and southeast Asia... Philippines is the best for an vacation experience because they speak English and women actually want to date foreigners... and that makes a huge difference...

[@gabeghiby6935]

@@mikejones5364 that's awesome bro'... you could live like a king in any country in the world.... Try the EU zone... Portugal France Italy Spain Germany Holland Belgium Denmark...any country ready and you'll be like a king and not bored...