$17 per month apartment in the Philippines...

[@CarefreeChris]

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[@Michail-z7p]

YOU ARE THE FINEST PRESENTER OF PROPERTIES BETTER THAN SOME "PROFESSIONALS"(?). THANKS FOR LOADING. ALL THE VERY BEST!

[@CarefreeChris]

Wow, thanks!

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

Our best decision when retiring here in the Philippines was moving out of the city to the countryside. We have a beautiful farm site, screens on the window (very important) It's peaceful, quiet, low cost of living, and distant neighbors so we don't hear them or their Dogs and chickens. We save lots of $$ on expenses that can be used for weekend excursions instead of paying high rent. We are not paying $17 a month BUT very reasonable. If we were still in the states our costs there would wipe out our pensions the first few days of the month. Here we almost can't spend it! The best plan is live in the country, grow your own food and VISIT THE CITIES during your free time.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. I'm on the track myself brother. Love it!

[@oracleSD]

That is how I live in the states, country living and when I want or need to, visit the city. I'm hoping to replicate that in the philippines.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

@@CarefreeChris If you are ever in the Rosario Batangas region, please feel free to visit us.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

@@oracleSD I rarely go to the city except for business only. Weekends are for excursions to other country sites. I wouldn't move to the city even if you have me a wheelbarrow full of money, a free car with a driver and a fancy home in a gated community. NO THANK YOU!

[@oracleSD]

@@PhilippinesFarmLife I drove truck for 28 years so had my fill of the big cities. I never found any city in the USA that i would want to live in for 1 day.

[@LukeDog37]

I would definitely much rather go with that studio vs the boarding house. Nothing like privacy

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah i'm not sure I could do a boarding house either.

[@CarefreeChris]

Unless I rented the entire room.

[@LukeDog37]

@@CarefreeChris even in that case you need to share the cr

[@CarefreeChris]

I don't mind sharing common spaces. Especially if i was traveling alone.

[@rogerwilco4736]

No privacy in boarding house share everything between many including shower bedroom, shocking living conditions!

[@raceman1966]

Absolutely a great video. Your positive outlook to everything makes them great. The thing that impresses me is how you handle some of the negative comments...you don't take it personal. Miserable people will always be there...just keep doing what you're doing. 98% percent of us out here love everything you do!!! Also, I am coming to the PI three weeks from Tuesday. I would like to schedule of "one on one" chat session on anytime this week...Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday morning my time would work buddy. I'm in New Hampshire, so maybe 7am my time would work for me. I'm part of your facebook group also.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you brother. I appreciate you.

[@CarefreeChris]

There’s a link in the video description to schedule a call. It’s something I’m trying so check it out if you like

[@CarefreeChris]

Just got your confirmation. I believe that was you. Talk with you soon:)

[@jomars7101]

Where is this, sir?

[@jackscott3589]

The Spider is a huntsman spider. It is poisonous but not deadly.. they will usually run from humans and they don't create webs. They are very fast and are good for keeping other bugs out of your house..

[@CarefreeChris]

I was wondering if that's a huntsman. Thanks

[@YogaNorthernIreland]

Wouldn't fancy sharing my house with a huntsman 😅

[@MSWcryptoworker]

The huntsman spider comes around my house. Big biggies. Your girlfriend appears uncomfortable in front of camera.

[@JamesGreenier]

They wait until you sleep. 🕷️

[@mamasita65]

can make u very sick but go use to do pest control u wouldnt feel the bite can be deadly if u have another issue u body it depends the person honesty

[@rorybellamy2533]

looks great for $17. painted white and clean. Electric light, cool!

[@CarefreeChris]

I think so too!

[@Chichi_Anan]

Merry Christmas to both of you 🎉 good luck 😊 from Japan 😊

[@CarefreeChris]

Merry Christmas to you too! I hope you have a great holiday.

[@CaptainRon2]

You could get a cheap place like one of these when you 1st move to the Philippines, then take your time seeing what other rentals are out there. The spider is your pest control.

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right. Out here no one is asking for a long term lease so you could do exactly that. Just get a place then look around.

[@MsVroege]

Ampalaya is a bitter gourd or bitter melon, it's good for blood rejuvination. It's good for diabetic.

[@CarefreeChris]

It's lami:)

[@goofyjohn6191]

It is extremely bitter though.

[@albertkramp778]

I keep telling some of the people here in Stockton who collect $1,500 a month from SSA can live comfortably in the Philippines.

[@CarefreeChris]

it’s a small budget for here but maybe in the province areas

[@donald8354]

I know this video is not about Mexico, but how about Mexico?

[@donald8354]

The country side is better?

[@ArmySigs]

And after 5-10 years of inflation? I think you need at least $3000 a month to be stress free and future proof.

[@Jimmithy-u4m]

@@albertkramp778 surviving. Come visit my six bedroom oceanfront. El Nido. $3655 US a month

[@philaguirre5394]

I am Filipino and 17 dollars a month is a big lie.

[@d9918]

But it's great click bait got you and me tricked 👍

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s the price silly rabbit

[@jcgolf159]

@@CarefreeChris CarefulChris 👈🏻 see what I did there? He may not get that reference and think ya wanna boil his rabbit! Two distinct differences 😏 Now me, I'd have tossed in "..trix are for kids" 🐰✌🏻

[@CarefreeChris]

@@jcgolf159 lol

[@bfdee1603]

He just needs to edit his thumbnail and say $17 a month rent in an apartment. If he wants to b transparent, he can say $17 a month rent for a bedspace. We call them bedspacers in the philippines😅

[@markbuttsrocks7686]

This was very informative. Thank you!

[@CarefreeChris]

You are so welcome!

[@DBYYT9080]

Sir are you a cocker? it's very popular sport here in the Philippines but there in the US is illegal.

[@HMFamilyLife]

I appreciate what you're doing, I'm not trying to poop on your channel, just for the benefit of those that have questions that aren't answered in the video: I have lived away from the city, and unless you have a local doing all of the buying/shopping, they will see you coming and they will push prices all the way higher than usa, because you're away from everything you will not have other options; again, unless you let a local handle it for you. In my case we were an hour and a half away from all the options of a good sized city, and for example the avocados went from 30 cents us. to a dollar each, which I can get that here in usa, and the ginger they tried to get $5 us a pound, it was $1.50 in the city, that was ten years ago, today I can still get it here in usa for $4, just as an example. I had to quit shopping there as it was getting ridiculous and take a bus 1.5 hours one way to the city for better shopping options. I refused to pay u.s. prices and be the donkey with the dunce hat on. It got old real fast. Serious people will want to know. There's much more to know, like if too many foreigners show up, the robberies will increase.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, for sure. It’s important to do your research. I’m always learning about things like that myself.

[@zepillinday2706]

Everywhere you can encounter all that you mention

[@thebeachoflife]

Great topic for a video Chris, these do well.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks 👍

[@jjmccee5665]

There are so many Islands and different shape and size Islands. Some Islands have more Palm tree fuzz than others. Why would you want to latch on to the first island that you come across? You're stuck with that island forever? You should explore the other islands and see what they have to offer. Explore, explore explore. So many Islands..... get it?

[@CarefreeChris]

That's exactly what I'm doing. Watch more of my videos:)

[@robertrehrig8416]

That's the nicest boarding house I've seen yet on these videos.

[@CarefreeChris]

Agree. She's got a nice BH

[@gringogg1780]

Your girl has a nice smile.. You are fortunate to have found her

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. She’s pretty incredible. I’m a fan of

[@shakeblue5573]

She is fortunate to find him

[@roselee4445]

She sure can take a huge mouthful of food at once

[@Birddog555]

@@shakeblue5573 she's also $17 per month

[@GenecelRodriguez]

❤​@@shakeblue5573

[@Teddy31976]

I like the second one. I would get a small fridge and a microwave for leftovers and drinks. I would also have pest control come out before I moved in.😊

[@CarefreeChris]

lol for sure

[@DavidNelson-b8g]

This is more like. Useful info straight to the point.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks David

[@Brit_in_Mindanao]

Ive been living in the philippines province for over 4 years, from the uk so im used to cool weather. However, I find I mostly dont need aircon and a fan is enough. But here's a pro tip to make life comfortable during brownouts. Get a battery backup power station, either to run a mains fan, or more efficiently, a 12v fan like you see on truck dashboards. They're only 5 or 10 watts so really help to make the battery last. Also a 12v light, plus you can charge your phone too. The reason for 12v is so you dont get the efficiency loss using the inverter. Just make sure the battery has enough capacity for your needs. Mine's about 1kw hour.

[@CarefreeChris]

Great tips. Really appreciate it, brother.

[@Paul-McB]

Sometimes I buy a cheap window a/c, and left them behind with each move. After being here for two years, I just use fans now.

[@CarefreeChris]

I'm getting use to it also. Feel like in the right place I don't need AC

[@thebeachoflife]

Hey! I’m doing fan life too! Gotta love those 1k php electricity bills 😂😂

[@aboveitall9600]

Some neighborhoods with these prices really aren’t meant for Westerners…nor are welcomed. If you don’t know someone in Brgy…you may be told to leave…rich have security guards…poor have two or three Kuyas gambling near the front entrance or at the Sari Sari store..they will ask questions and tell you how to get back to the main road if you don’t answer appropriately.

[@CarefreeChris]

Friendly area here in Palompon

[@aboveitall9600]

@@CarefreeChrisI have experienced both forms of reception…Once after a wrong turn into a very poor neighborhood…older Tito suggested this wasn’t the place for me and not to come back. Others have been perfectly fine…tons of kids of course curious and asking for money… that’s normal. Just have to know what to expect.

[@GoPoundSalt]

Green veggie is super bitter. Let it soak 20 minutes in salty water to remove the bitterness (rinse the salt after)

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, I don’t want it too much with some eggs. It’s pretty good.

[@JtJt-pd6wn]

Hi Chris, thanks for this video and showing us the "down to earth" places where people that have a "tigh budget" to work with. I see many vloggers show us the "upper end" of the Philippines where people have more money to live in more uppper class area's. Your video is more around my budget. I will be going to Philippines next year and am looking at all are's of Philippines. I have never seen your vlog but will now concentrate more on what you have to say. Now, l wish l could find a great woman that will be happy to live in the condition l choose .

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks brother and hope you make it out here soon. I like to show a little bit of everything. I’ve shown some upper scale stuff as well as just every day living stuff. When I’m traveling, I do try to stay on the cheaper side.

[@shakalaka5218]

Most definitely I will be retiring in the Philippines, it so cheap there. The cost of living in California is sky-high, $68 dollars is a full tank of gas for an SUV. Province living looks inviting.

[@CarefreeChris]

So expensive now in the US

[@matthiasewert3587]

Gas for the car is higher in europe:D

[@pheebsdazon3469]

Ampalaya is otherwise known as bitter gourd. Not very popular in non-Asian.countries. Good for its fiber and ability to stabilize blood sugar levels..

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah it’s not to bad really

[@pheebsdazon3469]

@@CarefreeChris i personally eat it even if I dont like the taste, any Filipkna can cook that bitterness and make their children love it.

[@klevzywevzy5368]

That spider alone would end any desire to live there haha

[@CarefreeChris]

lol i hear ya. I don't mind spiders to much but that was a monster and judging by it's abdomen it hadn't eaten in a while. lol

[@galenmctripper7223]

Hello… Just want to interject this…. Ampalaya - in English is a type of a gourd called Bitter melon, and it holds true to its name if one does not know how to properly prepare it prior to cooking… 😊

[@CarefreeChris]

It's not to bad really

[@michaelbarron4009]

I saw one of those big spiders in a place I was staying in Angeles City in the middle of the night crawling on the wall. I was not about to go back to sleep until I caught it. Took a while but I finally put it down those spiders can move fast.

[@CarefreeChris]

They teleport:)

[@olivianicholson9413]

It’s a room only and share bathroom,toilets ,kitchen and laundry

[@CarefreeChris]

Welcome to the Philippines:)

[@DwightCovert]

Amazing!!!❤❤❤❤

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right. So inexpensive.

[@grigorebernschutz4611]

Incredible 😲

[@CarefreeChris]

Small space but works as a crash pad

[@charlieriley6816]

I would like to see some more places out in the providences that have more of a full kitchen full bathroom a little bit more western style if that is possible, but I love this video and it helps explain a lot

[@CarefreeChris]

Noted and more to come. Might be more towards the beginning of the next year as I’ll be upgrading my place there in the provinces

[@charlieriley6816]

Thank you It’s still would like to see more places that you can rent in different areas of the providences their amenities and what they have to offer. I find this very interesting. I looked at Thailand as a place to go, but in the end, I decided it’s not for me. The Philippines was next on my list.

[@STARFLEETC0MMAND]

What province is that ??? Thanks for the awesome videos. ✌️🖖

[@CarefreeChris]

It's in Palompon, Leyte

[@thexxit]

As soon as I heard bitter vegetable that's very healthy, I knew it must be kerela, othrwise known as bitter melon. It's so horribly bitter in my mind but it's eaten a lot in India as it's very good for people with diabetes and blood pressure. Bro, treat that girl right, get her a better place to live. Those apartments are so cheap you wouldn't even feel the cost!

[@CarefreeChris]

You’re right, that’s exactly what it is-bitter melon. Wasn't that bad actually. Especially with eggs.

[@palmtreesandpaychecks]

Hi Chris, I would be interested in making a consultation call about how to find an apartment like this...its a game changer to save this much money on rent. Planning to look for a place to rent in early 2025

[@CarefreeChris]

It is definitely a game changer! We can do a call if you like. In most of my videos there should be a link

[@palmtreesandpaychecks]

@@CarefreeChris thank you

[@jimscholz2997]

Maybe share a room with 3 young Filipinas...

[@CarefreeChris]

That would be interesting for sure:)

[@remo1wodmnetwork9605]

@@CarefreeChris I don't know, Chris... that guy may have just completely change my idea of "retirement"! Can you tell me what city this is in? Looked pretty good and I want to do some research on it. Thanks, just subscribed.

[@XXX-ir3lr]

WHAT? THEN I COULD PAY MORE

[@jsully4064]

@@remo1wodmnetwork9605 Think he is in 'Ormoc Philippines'

[@CarefreeChris]

@@remo1wodmnetwork9605 Palompon Leyte. Really remote. Ormoc is a good option too if you don't mind remote

[@mauricetamata4265]

HI CHRIS THIS IS TO GOOD TO BE TRUE,$17 DOLLARS PER MONTH THIS IS AMAZING FOR THAT PRICE CHEERS N HULALUIA

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah college life in a boarding house is super cheap

[@Mine-g1y]

Can't wait until I'm kick back with a kind beautiful hearted Filipino

[@CarefreeChris]

I hear ya

[@JohnKgeo]

Yeah, in the province it's 30-40% less from city's price range to rent accommodations. Good 👍 info

[@CarefreeChris]

I like being out in some of these more remote areas

[@JohnKgeo]

@@CarefreeChris ...Of course. Discover the whole area. "Let there be" Leyte man. Let there be light

[@abc123fhdi]

not sure how much my pension pays but I could live there as a backup plan for sure. Savings could go a long way maybe even buy a property to rent out.

[@CarefreeChris]

Your money goes a long way here

[@maryannagibson5838]

Wow, enjoy your stay in PH and hope you feel at home with your girlfriend, she's very shy 😊!

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you, I will

[@NurseTalking]

Ampalaya or Paliya in Bisaya is bitter gourd. A local vegetable good to control diabetes. Balamban is my father's hometown. It's cold at night and early mornings. Enjoy the slow pace of province lifestyle.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. I’m loving it :-)

[@ugenescott111]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@CarefreeChris]

You are so welcome:)

[@ManzaMvsa]

Great Video

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for watching!

[@Gizziiusa]

That would be considered a 4 bedroom (2 bunk beds) DORM. still very inexpensive, but its far from being an apartment.

[@CarefreeChris]

Right. So inexpensive

[@Sgtfry60]

Hi chris, I just started to watch your page apartments, please let me know if iand only if you can see if there is any bottom floor apt or hose . The problem is I am in a wheelchair but in therapy. That's the reason for a first-floor please send or post a video if this is possible. Thank you in advance

[@CarefreeChris]

For wheelchair access in the Cebu City area you're going to focus on two neighborhoods. One the Cebu Business Park and two the IT Park. There you should be able to find an apartment with wheelchair access. I would caution that the Philippines in general is not super wheelchair friendly and I do see a couple of guys in both of those neighborhoods who are in wheelchairs.

[@EgaoNoGenki]

Why do the toilets not have seats and lids? Do the showers have hot water?

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, sometimes the bathrooms here the toilets will have no water reservoir and no seat. Really different but you get used to it :-)

[@jsully4064]

Ya its called 'bitter melon'. Got sick off of that when I ate in a lunch buffet. May have been from the day before...never again. Ya looked like a wolf spider, although it looks darker in color. We have them that size in Florida. Ya, Mary Roses pad looks like a good place to crash. Thanks for the video, Take Care, MaryRose and Chris...Jim

[@CarefreeChris]

Hey Jim. Her place is ok. Works. I'd crash there. I'm hearing from others and thought this myself, the spider is a huntsman spider. Local to the area and everywhere. Harmless but teleporting fast.

[@lazybum6193]

reitiring in the philippines is a nice idea in terms of being close to family and friends. But to consider safety , i donot think i will continue to have peace of mind.

[@CarefreeChris]

I feel safer here than I do in United States

[@RetirePhilippines]

Considering how cheap the rent is you could buy an AC and just leave it if you move too far away to take it with you. But the CR is more of a turn off for me in the cheaper places. Dont love the Asian style toilet/shower situation

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes exactly and some folks do that where they buy an AC

[@DannyHartwig]

I spent 50k peso on brand new Chinese fridge microwave etc etc tv stero etc etc air conditioner etc etc and bamboo furniture,, mattress etc. 75 k second hand 4wD multi cab , 30k second hand XR 200 ! And if goes south pack the bike and what furniture you can get on a ferry and change provenance 🎲🩴🍻🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎

[@CarefreeChris]

That sounds like a great way to live.

[@jessicahayes9788]

My gosh that spider was huge! Have you experienced flying cockroaches? 😂 When I was little and used to go to my Lola's house in Cavite, there were nights when flying cocroaches would come out! I used to scream when they landed near or on me! 😂 I love Ampalaya. Quick story, years before we started dating, my husband has been asking me to go out with him. I lived in my 30+ acre homestead and one of the vegetables I was having a hard time growing on my homestead here in Texas was ampalaya. My husband got wind of this issue. He studied the vegetable and how to grow it in Texas and months later, he left a huge basket of ampalaya at my doorstep with a sweet note that if I have dinner with him, he'll grow more for me.❤ The rest is history😊 We're still growing ampalaya on our ranch and the kids love it. Great video Chris. I love the local scenery. Thanks for taking us along. Ingat.

[@CarefreeChris]

What's an incredible story and man.:) Love it!

[@woodspirit98]

Yes when I was stationed in South Carolina. They're huge. What's really creepy is when they turn their heads and watch you. They called them palmetto bugs. I see why they call South Carolina the palmetto State. First night couldn't sleep because of the noise they make. Second night we declared war on them and killed hundreds within one hour. We lost.

[@justkellyTheModernFilipinaVlog]

We regularly get those spiders ..they are very fast, cannot live them so close by though. Just part of the Philippines..my partner says there house spiders are the same size in the UK. On separate issue, it’s good to think about extra safety for your gf, thats why there are special houses just for ladies. Certainly a kitchen is a must ..I again personally would not rent rooms out to share as you’ll likely to get the bf’s of potential renters that can lead to problems…in many ways.

[@CarefreeChris]

Her sister is going to be there with her

[@CarefreeChris]

Those spiders are massive:)

[@justkellyTheModernFilipinaVlog]

@@CarefreeChris That’s perfect 👍

[@faithadrift]

First apartment had Air con hole and socket, just need to drop another 5k for the air con.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yep. Doable

[@OfficerExpat]

Looking very lean bro. Keep it up.

[@CarefreeChris]

Feeling good brother:)

[@CarefreeChris]

Hope you’re doing good there too

[@johntoledo8965]

Hmmm... I can see that you are holding a selfie stick through the reflection on the window. But somehow it doesn't show on the video ? Did you remove it in post?

[@CarefreeChris]

It's my camera. It's the Insta360 camera. Pretty incredible.

[@edcrayzys3853]

I lived there for 9 months and still remember the massive amount of wires on those poles. Time moves slow there. enjoy yourself

[@CarefreeChris]

So true. Gotta love it:)

[@Basman59]

Studio all day everyday. Needs a Murphy bed, or convertible futon couch, fridge, desk and two chairs voila. Eat out and laundry out you are a rich man - great job!

[@CarefreeChris]

Right on. That’s the plan:)

[@anthonycenteno2200]

Where was this studio? What city? I'm in dumaguete. Rents killing me. Lol

[@CarefreeChris]

We were in Palompon Leyte. Really remote, near Ormoc

[@oceanearth2243]

My girlfriend in palawan lives in a private room for 4K a month with no AC, it’s pretty unlivable in my opinion. I bought her a mattress too. Btw that is a cane spider; harmless. We have those in Hawaii too. But yes need a boarding house to crash out anytime brother

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m digging Palompon. Small town and folks are super friendly

[@Kimonha]

$17 per month!! That’s a rocking deal. A place like that would be 100 times that in So cal

[@CarefreeChris]

So cheap

[@csabadoth4838]

well in California, it is a omni Fu-kery all the way lol

[@solhoffmann7491]

Just asking, the bedrooms has no Windows??

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. Those boarding houses are so small. Nothing but beds in there

[@nolychen5430]

Sir, which part of the Philippine province u r renting a apartment of usd 17.00 including water & electricity?

[@CarefreeChris]

Those apartments are in Palompon Leyte

[@CarefreeChris]

Provinces in general are pretty inexpensive

[@happenings4058]

Stay true to yourself.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes! Absolutely

[@robertgeorgerees]

That huntsman spider is actually not nearly as big as they get…I lived in a house for a month in Puerto Galera with several of them…they are very quick and catch and eat cockroaches …disturbing it not dangerous

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. Pretty spectacular. I'm a fan. I use to keep tarantulas in the US:)

[@tcs831usa]

My girl is from the mountain province and she says to ignore it so they can catch bugs

[@CarefreeChris]

Yep exactly

[@DavidWarner-d6v]

Not true, I live in Cebu

[@CarefreeChris]

It's my girlfriends boarding house. It's what she pays.

[@kevink1214]

ampalaya I was told is bitter gourd. Wow can not believe they fit 4 people in that tiny room , jail cells are bigger. LOL. We have those spiders in the house all the time. Took me awhile to get used to those huge spiders since I am not a spider fan. I have not had a real shower in a really long time, use a tabo everyday. Also we have no AC in our house. The fan works well.

[@CarefreeChris]

Nice man. I’m getting here:)

[@alexleyte1935]

Yesss much cheaper when you living in country side PH.

[@CarefreeChris]

Absolutely. So incredibly inexpensive

[@linkinemerson8620]

Wow, where is this? What name or barangay would I search to see a map? I don't mind living a bit away from a city. I can't stay here, but perhaps I could find what I need. I don't mind the small space, but I absolutely need some small very secure yard for my dog.

[@CarefreeChris]

It'a in Palompon Leyte. Small little town of the coast. I dig it:)

[@188jan]

I had a place called Camella Townhouse closed to Boracay n Closed in Timog beside GMA 7. Nobody lives atm since I’m living in the U.S

[@CarefreeChris]

Sounds beautiful

[@JasonManners]

With the money saved every month you could get a small ac and put it in that one room.

[@CarefreeChris]

Absolutely

[@rogerwilco4736]

It must be in a remote area area the small village where i live, 25 miles from nearest town, an older one bedroom apartment rent for 8-10000peso pcm

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Super remote. Palompon Leyte

[@MichaelSmith-hr3be]

It sounds like the owner only wants to rent to a foreigner. Maybe a rent-to-own deal.

[@jefffournier3160]

LOL The Large Spider! They Jump too so be careful or it may scar you for life. hahahaha

[@CarefreeChris]

Those spiders are huge:)

[@kllaskas810]

hey bro great videos. i dont want to be mean but you can get much more views if people can see more clearly whats on the thumbnail. maybe zoomed in more? or a bigger face on the thumbnail? and bigger font? 😊

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for the tip

[@jlynnburton9718]

This is the 1st vid I've seen of yours Kuya what city are you in & where are these units ?

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for watching, brother. I appreciate it. These apartments are in Palompon Leyte where my girl is at. I’m looking to live the part-time:)

[@heww3960]

Damm, are huntsman of that size common in philippines? Never seen one when i have been on vacation in philippines. The second room looks modern, have a proper shower, little bit small, but for 4k, not bad.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. They’re big and teleport fast

[@touchsmith4630]

This is a great video sir I'm planning to move to the Philippines myself and I would like to be able to find a place like that to live for myself very nice places for that kind of money where exactly are you

[@CarefreeChris]

So this place is in the deep provinces in Palompon Leyte. I live in Cebu City which is a great place to start your Philippines journey

[@neilarmitage6632]

The price is really good

[@CarefreeChris]

Super cheap

[@reallifewithkids6913]

We call them WOLF SPIDERS in Arizona. They are in the Tarantula family.

[@CarefreeChris]

It's a huntsman spider. Really common for this region. Incredibly fast

[@quantumleap7441]

Great business idea

[@CarefreeChris]

:)

[@marchanson711]

Chris, have you done any videos on health insurance for expats? Thank you.

[@CarefreeChris]

I have not but I'm using a local company called Maxicare

[@royal-enfield1]

they say davao is also a great city to visit & meet people. ¿ have u been their & whats your overall assessment of it

[@CarefreeChris]

I'll be in Davao City for sure. On my list

[@royal-enfield1]

@@CarefreeChris give us the scoop , will ya

[@DManGrand]

It would be helpful to the guy if you could mention the city in your description. Its can be cheap living here... I think you are in Palompon Leyte Philippines... If you need decent medical help its not the best place to live for a foreigner..

[@CarefreeChris]

You got the city right

[@DingusCirc]

Living like a pauper in the Province. Sounds like tons of fun.

[@CarefreeChris]

It’s certainly an adventure:)

[@DingusCirc]

@@CarefreeChris I am sure haha. Wait until March and AC is a must. Especially with climate change .

[@neilarmitage6632]

The online writing blocks out the photel of your food. Not good

[@CarefreeChris]

I’ll check it out. ty

[@jetlaggedlizardtravel]

hey CHRIS I love you stuff, I live in Cebu

[@CarefreeChris]

Oh nice. I’ve lived in Cebu City for the last two years now.

[@stevenrichards7902]

Is Leyte in any way better then other places in the Philippines in terms off less congestion/better roads/ better planned towns?

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes absolutely Richard. Nothing but open roads brother. Check out some of my riding videos

[@josecaceres8912]

I CANT BELIVE THIS RENT AND FOOD PRICES

[@CarefreeChris]

So inexpensive

[@fipinochildrenplaying2801]

Those big spiders are cool they eat all the bugs even mosquitoes. Very harmless.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m a fan. Had several tarantula species in the United States when I lived there.

[@Fargosportsmassage]

FOR A COUPLE. THATS IS WONDERFUL…. THINKING TAKE TRIP WITH MY WIFE TO THAT AREA….. MAYBE FOR A MONTH…. DO YOU HAVE ANY PLACE THAT YOU CAN RECOMMEND? THANK YOU

[@CarefreeChris]

Small crash pad for sure

[@johnsarkis5468]

Currently in Makati, but flying into Cebu Tuesday. Should I decide to stay longer, I'll get something long-term, but I'm looking for hotel recommendations for about a week. Expense is not a concern. Any insights are appreciated.

[@meyruprecht7441]

Come to Bohol and I’ll give you a tour.

[@CarefreeChris]

If you’re interested in checking out Cebu City you could stay at the Seda hotel. The one either in the Business Park or IT would work. If you’re looking for upscale accommodations then go out to Lapu-Lapu and stay at one of the resorts out there. Neustar casino is another option as well as the Waterfront.

[@johnsarkis5468]

@@CarefreeChris Thanks, Chris

[@rosebrown2267]

Mactan cebu has the best resorts and hotels.

[@johnsarkis5468]

​@@CarefreeChris Booked a room at Seda Ayala. Resorts are fine, but I want to be within walking distance of the mall. I'm traveling around SE Asia, narrowing the list of potential places to hang my hat, and I think this will offer a better opportunity to get the lay of the land, and a feel for the community.

[@MichaelGonzalez-sz1dp]

Having a fridge is a necessity , cold drinks on a hot day will boost your morale. Be patient, I fiound a nice house for 6k with 2bd,shower water heater, water filtration, air con and fridge.

[@CarefreeChris]

Nice man

[@indaycecilchannel4495]

I reckon the apartment is cheap for only 5k a month and you got more privacy. By the way that ampalaya is called bitter melon in English my husband doesn't mind eating it.

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m a fan. I just had some more today for breakfast :-)

[@henryweaver-g9b]

Way too much rent….. My rental $3.00 month.

[@CarefreeChris]

lol for sure

[@philrose7716]

Hi carefree Chris is going native.

[@CarefreeChris]

I hope so!:)

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

That's what I'm talking about, a nice little studio in the province for $100 or less. I just don't want to move there to be inside all the time. I am more of an outdoor guy so why waste $? That spider was defiantly an XL, lol. I want to find out what type they have there. I dispatched 5 Black Widows last night. Now those really get me on edge. I have been bitten twice before and the first time did not go well! Edit: That looks like a normal PH house spier, big but not harmful to humans, likes to dine on cockroaches, so an ally! Ironically the only two species there that are dangerous have been introduced, and are both of the Black Widow family. 🤦‍♂

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m with you on every aspect of your comment here :-)

[@jsully4064]

@KevinVenturePhilippines You can look up 'pension houses' in Cebu and find some that are around the same price. Those type of dwellings are plentiful in the Philippines. Edit: to say; That place looked a lot nicer then most 'pension houses'

[@palmtreegirl722]

That spider is so big, he needs to be paying monthly rent! 🤣🤣🤣

[@CarefreeChris]

lol right:)

[@HexFlex-ss9rm]

Can you put a bar-b-que grill on the patio?

[@CarefreeChris]

lol for sure