$36 monthly rental in the Province Could you live there? HD 1080p

I was referred from a friend to this place. I negotiated P2K a month, 12 months in advance with no deposits and 2 extensions for a total of 3 years. I needed to do some painting and fixing but well worth it. I got the rent paid for an entire year ($432), roof fixed, all electrical, windows, plus painted inside and out for under $900 USD. Now the decoration and furnishing begin is look for the follow up.

[@YTDumpsterBaby]

Gotta love how the guy at the start started listing off all the things wrong with the place and told you what needs fixed before offering help removing things. They're pretty good people there.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

They really are. He just needed to be convinced I knew what I was getting myself into. They were not trying to rent the place but when I agreed to fix it up he said okay. They are very good people here. It is also natural with the Philippine culture. But these folks are above and beyond.

[@LoLoLifeinFlorida]

❤They do seem to be very sweet People.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

They really are@@LoLoLifeinFlorida

[@Shakemup22]

😂😂😂

[@Patricia_Stewart337]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat I miss that warmth and goodness. USA seemed as cold as it IS when I returned.

[@robertrehrig8416]

You're the first guy I've seen do a rehab over there. I wondered how often they could be found. For that price and terms, you can't go wrong. It's turning out nice and if you ever leave, the owners have a nicer place to rent.

[@yuriyzenda5857]

I was thinking the same. The owners are just thrilled that after you leave, their rent asking price can only increase .... double, tipple monthly ask that you're paying. I was paying MORE that that for a single day in Siargao - just got back from PH a few days ago.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

It had sat empty for years. They don't want to see. They're going to tear it down some day and replace with a much larger house. That is what's happened in this subdivision over the years. They live 5 houses down and it was a eye sore. So now everyone is happy and renting after I lease is not in their plans@@yuriyzenda5857

[@ms.anjz1788]

2months ago I just do A low budget Renovation in our house, cost me around 100,000 pesos for a little stuffs to fix. Labor and materials here are way too expensive so Good luck Sir for your project. Looking forward for the result. And yeah , the owner is very lucky, for sure they are happy they got you lol. Just one suggestion, about the fence, gate, Windows, and door, make sure you are secure. Take care Sir and God bless.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I am my own contractor and hire my own guys. I have spent less than a 3rd of that. for labor and materials. So if you job was simple why it costs so much??@@ms.anjz1788

[@robertrehrig8416]

@@yuriyzenda5857 If he does a nice job, I'm sure the owners could get At least 5 times what he's paying in right now. With the size of that lot that the people can do something with. I'm sure it's a possibility.

[@chad5893]

Love this man. Breaking out of the shackles to travel and see what else life has to offer...nothing better.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

If I can do it you can do it. The point of these videos are to show that and to encourage those less than excited about life to give it a try. Or maybe just live vicariously as I did for a few years.

[@rebepage]

​@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Very nice find. How safe is area?

[@aurorastarfire433]

Geez thanks that's real descriptive considering all states are provinces

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

The area is very safe@@rebepage

[@bunjijumper5345]

All thats missing is a rescue dog and cat and you have the makings for a lovely happy home. Congratulations!.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I've got the rescue dog

[@jalenjose3905]

You have the hearts of love win all the time.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Oh Wow Thank you my friend@@jalenjose3905

[@stevefletcher4349]

And a Philippines 🇵🇭 wife 😂

[@jaredkyle5987]

Make sure the owner shows you a home title with his name on it. And have a paralegal make a lease agreement… you don’t want to spend all that $ and then find out he doesn’t even own the house… you could fix it up and then get kicked out by the real owner…😊

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Already done all of the above

[@47nodoubt]

all that money? lol shut up nerd.

[@mar-leehindrixrecords]

500 is not considered all that money lol. That is one month in America.

[@naughtyrascal7806]

@@mar-leehindrixrecords One week in England

[@suzannephillips-wooten3103]

​@mar-leehindrixrecords not even one month 😊

[@voodookitchenmama]

It's a charming house. It needs some greenery inside. A small garden outside for fresh produce. If I could find a place like it I would move there in a heart beat.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

They are around I've had enough interest I am planning to do another video to show how to find then

[@itsROMPERS...]

I'm sure you can get fresh produce of all kinds for pennies, no need to grow it yourself.

[@thomasfarley6052]

i lived in Oroquieta for 1 year and found huge house with 5 bedrooms and a pool. It also was gated and the lot was very big. I paid 200 dollars a month for it. I think your place is a great deal and it looks really good fixed up. I f i was single i could live there with no problem. Take care man and congrats on your home

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I find people like you and your comments very inspiring. Thank you thank you!!

[@kenyonbissett3512]

I pay $1,400 for 2/1 and no pool 🏊‍♀️. Livid’ the life.

[@thomasfarley6052]

@@kenyonbissett3512 What city are you in?

[@kenyonbissett3512]

@@thomasfarley6052 30 miles south of Washington DC. The rent includes a family discount and utilities included. The market rent is much high in my area. 2b2b without utilities is $1,600-$2,000. The $2,000 usually has a pool and no section 8 residents.

[@mrbbkk]

I agree Rather spend more and get bigger I had a 300 sq m beautifully furnished 5 bedroom 4 bath house in Udon Thani, Thailand for $550 a month in 2007 and 2008 I just vacationed for 4.5 years.

[@quackersna]

Great value, and theyre lucky to have a tenant who will improve and maintain the property.

[@k1m625]

This is the first time ive seen a westerner living on filipino on prices .....this is eye opening

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

It happens more than you hear about. Most Philippine vloggers live in the cities. My videos have been about traveling and sharing my experiences. I have been surprised at the interest in the province life. I am shifting some of my focus to cover those experiences as well

[@rbebeabucay9356]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat The province life is more laid back and everything you can eat there is fresh such as vegetables, fruits, meat and fish.

[@Patricia_Stewart337]

Yes! The American Automatic markup!

[@UNKNOWN-un6nz]

i am doing same.i even look for buy 1 take one everytime at supermarkets. i am happy.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Spot on!! Exactly my friend!!@@rbebeabucay9356

[@taryntaryn9090]

I would live there in a heartbeat!!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. It was scary when I got here. I renovated and flipped a couple homes in San Diego. But this was a scary undertaking. I had to redo the roof and that wasn't expected

[@ginnfreecs2994]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat for 500$ a year? compare to NY studio maybe 15-25sqm that would be 1-1.5k$ a month already. and there youre having a 300-400sqm for 500$ a year. A YEAR!!

[@SimplyExpat]

36$ mansion in the making, that's great brother!! I'm looking for something like that, can fix most things myself, great way to pass time as well 🥳

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes and a great feeling of accomplishment when finished

[@Northstorm_Tom]

I love the house. Price is definitely spectacular, but the house itself, the yard and fence walls are exactly what I would be looking for even at a higher price. And the fact that you’re in a cooler mountain climate makes your Philippine homestead ideal. I enjoyed your interview with Paul, and I will be following your videos . If I end up in the Philippines, one day, it will either be in Baguio or MalayBalay…

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Try coming for a visit my friend

[@ramentokaren]

yes comehere in ph and will love the place❤❤

[@nitaihammari6994]

Yes, my wife really enjoyed Bagio (teacher training and horse riding), but we did settle in a $6000 purchase house in Malabalay, about five years ago. Big remodel. For about $1200, with a great carpenter welder who lives 2 doors down. We actually put in a half tennis court, built a guest house. The best is, mornings and evenings are cool. Life can be reasonably priced, and you can choose good people to be friends with.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Absolutely Thanks for the comment. It's inspiring @@nitaihammari6994

[@MikeHoncho884]

Wow, what a find!!! I love it!!! You’re doing a great job rehab in the place! The owner is probably tickled to death!!! That will make a good home for you.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes they are as happy as I am

[@frankkluz9787]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Can't beat win win scenarios !

[@briarrose5208]

What a lovely little house! Perfect for one person. Black and white with gray is modern and attractive. I would add a few red accents just because. Things like towels, cushions, a vase, small things. I could totally live here!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. And thank you for the ideas too!!

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

I knew we could find deals there, but you have just blown my mind! I am so grateful you put this up, brother, I could watch an hour video on this easily. THIS is the dream! Thank you for sharing!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Stay tuned it gets better

[@rbebeabucay9356]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat I’m amazed! I can’t wait to see the end result!

[@duanesim2870]

Paint the roof above the carport/leanto pure white as you can! White reflects 89 percent of the heat. I painted the ex’s father’s steel roof above the indoor kitchen, it went from unbearable heat radiating into the house to not even noticeable. Paint everything you can on the roof white if you can.. can send pics if you want.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks for the tip. I will seriously look into that

[@josephwanjiku6853]

​@@Ex-Pensive_Expat White reflects, black attracts heat

[@DoodlebugsDream]

If there's any type of paint or additive that can be used to deflect or repel the UV (Ultraviolet) rays, that's what you need bc that's what penetrates everything. White will reduce the temperature inside but UV protection is key and will give the best result possible. @@Ex-Pensive_Expat

[@user-rp6lw9pi2b]

is there ac? @@Ex-Pensive_Expat

[@happycook6737]

​@Ex-Pensive_Expat I live in hot climates. White is the way to go. There are also specialized white insulated paint coatings in some countries

[@temujinkhan6326]

Dang a very nice place... Even if you spend 5K USD to fix it is still worth it. The lot size is what I like the best. you can basically have a farm and an oasis. I would built me a small pond and plant

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I have streets on 3 sides and only one neighbor bordering me. I will be making like a park out there garden etc. I travel doing my videos. Once complete I will be offering it for those who would like to try the province experience. Like an Airbnb but only for my subscribers. I will have a small network of drivers guides etc for those who come

[@stevetravels6160]

so you will be " subletting it ? "@@Ex-Pensive_Expat

[@achakco8759]

I'll follow your renovation videos. This is very interesting content.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you

[@jamesbankhead117]

Good for you brother, just like remodeling an old Florida block home. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes sir it is

[@chrisbaker6776]

Awesome idea and carry through ! Shows what you can get done by stepping out of the box . Instead of an ' ugly ' foreigner you become a positive asset to the home owners and the neighborhood. OUTSTANDING. .M B.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Funny you can see that. I am leaving in about two hours to bleach my beard white. Yesterday I went to Angeles and rented a Santa Suit. Tomorrow I will play Santa Clause at the local grease school for about 300 kids

[@Locked_in_with_DaQueen]

That's awesome

[@Cons2911]

Oh wow, I looked away for a few sec and the house already improved by a lot. I was expecting a separate video. Nicely done sir. Improved by a lot

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Stay tuned it's still a work in progress

[@ecovango6675]

Wow, that’s incredible. Thank you so much for the video tour of your new place. Looking forward to seeing more videos in the future of what you have done to it. Yes you are very inspiring and I have hope for my future retirement on a beer budget.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Let me know how I can help and what content would interest you the most about coming here to live or for a visit

[@williamdavis7753]

Sir...that is an awesome find!! Can't wait to see more of your house...very cool indeed.

[@glennhiggins5425]

Brilliant Darrell, congrats 👏, job well down. Just goes to show what some paint, patience and creative thinking can do to fix up a run down. Looking forward to seeing thd end results. Cheers 🍻 from Australia 🇦🇺

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you

[@retiredcryptohunter9031]

very nice find and you did a great job having it fixed up. The white gray and black make a good combination.

[@edwinholcombe2741]

I did something like that. I rented a 2 bedroom, 2 CR, 1 kitchen and 2 dirty kitchen for US100. I re-built walls, plumbling, electric, cieling, paint. Built a new room. Installed aircons., insulation, and totally furnished it myself. It took me a long time, but 22 years later, my rent is only half of what it could be, and I have got back all the money I invested into it. It could now rent for US400. I am now considering putting in a small pool.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Much respect. Truly a visionary. If I was here 5 years or longer I might do a pool here too. The cost of labor would make it affordable

[@lanec5672]

Outstanding, Darrell.. looking forward to your progress/updates.. Thanks for Sharing!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Working on the editing now

[@willow881000]

Interested in the upcoming improvements of your new home. Good luck and hope you will have a happy and healthy life in the Phil! I'm your new sub fr SoCal. God bless!

[@nwced]

Great job, nice idea finding a place that needed some fixing. I've lived in the Philippine for 7 years so far and have known two other expats who did the fix up route. As long as you have a signed lease and the owners are semi honest you should be good. I love the yard. I also live in the province of Zamboanga Del Norte but own a small home there

[@simonkendall4824]

Man that is an absolutely killer deal great job mate - and great video

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you

[@Br0ns0n]

Always great to see a new vid from this channel. Very informative and practical. Thanks for sharing this with the world.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you!! Always nice to see you my friend!!

[@jmfarrell5]

New viewer/subscriber here… I agree, finding a place for that price and doing an inexpensive quality rehab is a great way to go. I think you’ll become known as the man in the ‘white house’. Congratulations on your project.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you for the kind words. Hahaha... Actually true. The locals chuckle when they see it's white. Then about 30 seconds later they go/ Wow I like it.

[@norskenorge8808]

Nice Place with some tender loving care... Very Cool... big lot, yard and yeah the Man Cave outside.. Frugally and Simple at it's Best in the Phils.. You got a Real deal, with some work and fixing up.. Wow ... Great Job

[@ChimpsAI]

Wow. What a quick and nice transformation. The white looks great and makes sense in a warm climate. I think you have made some good choices here.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jeffbaca1173]

TY for sharing your story, really opens my eyes on the craziness of American (California, Bay Area) living. Your home is as big as my home yet I pay nearly 2800 a year in property taxes, not only could I survive there but dare I say very comfortably on my social security benefits, where here I’m counting pennies.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

That is absolutely correct. I moved here for exactly that reason. I lived in the Bay Area before. Near Stanford for a few years and then the top of Nob Hill at Mason and Pine. I love it here more every day.

[@michaelatoz580]

The thing that will make the house pop to life would be some foux shutters on all the windows. I think a wine color, maroon, burgundy will make it look like a million dollars.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you for the suggestions

[@kristianberg4264]

Looks great so far and I’d definitely, keep the outside & inside white, it looks so open and bright, plus you can add color with furnishings.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

That's the plan! Great minds think alike

[@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus]

Win/win! That’s just perfect and you can’t go wrong. For that sort of investment you can easily walk away while leaving the place vastly improved. Aircon is a must and the outdoor kitchen is a great idea to keep cooking odours out of the house. I’m in Western Australia and do most of my cooking outdoors. A cheap kitset garage would be a bonus for overflow storage/workshop too. I hope it goes well for you and congratulations on making the great escape! 👍🏻

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Great Idea

[@SixthSun]

Adorable house and property. You've done an amazing transformation, in a short time & at low cost. I enjoy your very informative commentary, & your filming is so satisfying. Congrats, friend! Thank you. (From Florida; originally from Texas.)

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you Dona!! Well if you ever get tired of the humidity come on over Hahaha!!! Thank you so much my friend

[@SixthSun]

​@@Ex-Pensive_Expat 🌞🌳🌞

[@joerandazzo9869]

I like how you gave that old house some love ! Looks great ! I’m happy I found your channel !

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you! It's still an ongoing project, and still a couple updates to go by the time it's finished

[@joerandazzo9869]

I’m 60 I’m gonna retire in 2 years. I wouldn’t mind moving to a different country. America is expensive!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yep. I moved here from San Diego. It was one of the most expensive places to live in America

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

At this moment I am recording my "Financial Freedom with Average Social Security"

[@richardhy6931]

Thank you for doing something different! Currently selling my home and plan to move to the province in Pangasinan and build a small home within my wife’s family compound. I prefer the province life to the city. Easier to get to know the locals and enjoy their customs. Looking forward to seeing more from your experience.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Wow. Thank you. It might be interesting for the viewers to hear us have a conversation while sharing our experiences with each other in a video if you're up for it. I'm in Pampanga not so far away. Let me know

[@richardhy6931]

The market has slowed down here in NY so I may not be there for a bit, but I will keep you in mind 👍🏼

[@stanleyboothe4893]

where in Pangasisan? my filipina teacher friend is from there. she was teaching here in US but now back home!

[@richardhy6931]

Around Urdaneta and Binalonan area. They have been developing the area for the last several years with shopping and dining options and improving the infrastructure.

[@rbebeabucay9356]

My Filipina babysitter and her American husband will be retiring also in Pangasinan where her family lives. I hear that they have nice beaches there.

[@adrianbailey4113]

A local artist could paint some cool artwork. Jungle theme. Waterfall. Whatever you like. Top spot mate.👍

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you my friend. That is a good idea. I assume you're talking about the walls

[@christinajackson7100]

Awesome work!!! Can’t wait to see the finished product. 😍

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Another update shortly

[@janerainsford8996]

Great job! New paint makes everything better!

[@rjoetting7594]

I could easily afford and live there, when I get to retire I would like to find something comparable in a province area. (A little more isolated) Two or three more years and I'm done with all the craziness here in the USA. I love my country but I really want to be able to enjoy my retirement years and the philippines looks like the perfect place for me. I've been doing my research for about five years now looking at the positive and negative sides of the Philippines and I see more positive than negative aspects of retirement in the Philippines. I enjoyed your video and looking forward to seeing more of your thoughts and subjects there. Thank you.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you!! I hope I can be of assistance

[@JJNunez-wt4mr]

What happened to the apartment for $60 a month??? Would have liked to have seen that...

[@rbebeabucay9356]

Yes. Philippines has friendly people who can speak English and thousands of beautiful islands to explore.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

That was about two blocks from this one. It was a two bedroom and only had two electrical outlets per room. The rooms were smaller and would require a bit of fix up for my taste but nothing like this one. That was a good deal also but I liked the potential when I saw this one.@@JJNunez-wt4mr

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I'm doing a series of three properties that have been part of my interviews or conversations and like you people still ask about them. Just today I asked my friend to have the owner let me in to video as an example of that Apt and rrovince rentals in general and my experiences@@JJNunez-wt4mr

[@bevmatthews5971]

Lovely home! Amazing what a difference paint and a few repairs can make! 🤩

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes and top skilled labor is $20 a day

[@DavidCarroll-rl9bt]

Nice job, looks so good. Love the colour, very clean looking.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you

[@suzanne8264]

Wow, the outside looks great! I look forward to seeing more updates.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

More to come! Yes Thank you

[@phenixevelyphd2149]

Looks great! What a great deal! Well worth investing to fix it up. Just my opinon: Sink below the window, on the left walking into the kitchen. Washer spin dryer to the left of the sink. Stove centered, and counters on the wall below the Aircon.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks for the tips!

[@chrisherrin1291]

Excellent deal, I paid 60.00 USD a month for 1 bedroom 1 bath 23 yrs. ago in Dumaguete.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

In Duma now the same property would go for about P25K +/-. I was just there last month

[@sophiemarcaurele]

Wow! I definitely see all the potential - growing a big garden, having chickens, digging a dip pool, outdoors/indoors living with a big screened in porch, with a brick bbq outside... wow. The tropical fruits you can plant and grow there, fantastic! 😮🫡🙏🏼

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you!!

[@noellemartin6332]

luv luv luv it! absolutely amazing, and the colors are fitting. you can simply add colors from natural accents, e.g., large indoor plants, tropical indoor/outdoor plants; but moreover, $36.00 buck a month is extraordinary. CONGRATS! It's really a big deal ❤️

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you for watching and thank you the nice comments

[@hardeejohn]

Enjoying your videos. Thanks

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. I take pride in them

[@prieten49]

That looks really great and you are doing an excellent rehab job. I saw a bluish-green paint on the frame around the front door. That might add a bit of color if you put it on the outside trim. Or, if gray is going to be the final color of that balustrade, maybe the trim should also be in gray.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

The coors are not final. The white is actually the enamel primer. Not finished painting yet

[@keithdouglas9848]

Just come across your channel , awesome. That property is worth doing up if your gonna stay there for a few years . Nice find

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

That's the plan! Thank you

[@dommyboysmith]

This is great. Thanks for sharing. I'm pretty handy in all the trades myself. If I need a few years vacation someday, i know where to look and what to look for 😂👍

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Stay tuned. I have another shortly

[@nicolacrickmar8829]

I love a white house, and the grey doors, and I could live there without a doubt. Add splashes of colour inside with curtains/blinds, cushions, duvet cover etc. It's a great size. with carport, dirty kitchen and huge garden. The owners will benefit from your work which didn't cost that much, whenever you leave that rent will rise!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes on the inside I am waiting to find furniture I like and then will color coordinate. You'll need to watch the next videos and then make more definitive color suggestions. I would appreciate if you will. Finding furniture you like that is also affordable and the colors you like can defiantly be a challenge. So, I'm waiting to find the furniture first

[@nicolacrickmar8829]

Thanks for the prompt reply! I can't wait to see you furnish your new home. I love bright colours like lime green, yellow and fushia pink for cushions to brighten up a sofa...if you have one that is you may just have chairs. Cannot wait for your next video, so exciting. Your colour choice so far is perfect! @@Ex-Pensive_Expat

[@davegoody9603]

Insane price for renting and how fresh it looks now you painted it out n inside ...owner must be happy how your looking after his investment, only thing I'd worry about is Security their....keep smiling Dude

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes both sides are grateful. And I've delivered way beyond my promises to the owners. They in good faith gave me the super low rate believing in me

[@davegoody9603]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Great to hear that and looking forward to future blogs now I've subscribed...

[@MyLifeThai371]

Why are you worried about security? It has the locking front porch to lock up his motorbike and bars on the windows and around the air conditioner for security.

[@Ken-dr9gu]

I have just found your videos.. What a great house and garden this will be. Lots of options. I would love to be able to live somewhere like this. Lucky you. 👍

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. Why couldn't you come here? You can do this,, Right?

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

If you want to just make a plan

[@ricktandron3669]

Great video! You totally rock! Thanks for uploading.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks for watching!

[@matthewwheeler36]

I really like watching your videos because you're living the way I hope to one day be able to live over out in the province where there's not very many expats

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. I will be focusing more on my province experience. It seems most of the vloggers I've watched over the years and before I got here have always been from the city. So my experience is a bit different

[@rbebeabucay9356]

What’s wrong with expats😃

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Nothing wrong with expats@@rbebeabucay9356

[@nikumimito3164]

This is really great content bro, too many videos about people discussing budgets and saying stuff like you can't live well with X amount here yada yada. Really like to see what all you end up doing and all the costs associated so i'll definitely be following.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. But keep in mind. I'm a province guy. The other vloggers I know are from the cities so that their experience

[@Sumiya-lp8mm]

I would. I love doing this, wherever I've lived has a new landscape and upgrades. Most of my family is there already.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

What area is your family. I have a new one in Battaan

[@bereleneyergaw3194]

I love it and i love your adventurist spirit. A virtual steal and its truly looking great. Enjoy.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes wait to see the next one it's a real stunner

[@bigoki2983]

Great deal and looks awesome.🙏🏾

[@MyLifeThai371]

The painters did a great job. I love the security porch in the front to lock up your motorbike. My friends in Manila had to put their motorbike in the living room every night, so it wouldn't be stolen. It sucks that the kitchen didn't have a sink, so you had the expense of trying to figure that out.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I thought that was strange too. But it is very common for the kitchen to be out side. Imagine if you will the average temperature is 82 degrees.. Like every day all year round. Then having an out door kitchen is what makes the most sense. The heat from cooking is outside and not further heating up the house And that what this place has

[@KB-ke3fi]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat 82? Wow, for me that's cooler than where I live in Houston. Usually it's over 100F for 6 months...even at night.

[@MyLifeThai371]

Yeah, I remember those 83 degree nights in Dothan, Alabama on the Florida border. Don't need to wear a shirt and just chill with my friends. The heat in Manila is terrible though. I could barely breath at night.@@KB-ke3fi

[@sigrid988]

this one is kinda new stuff in you tube very interesting keep it comin man you caught some eyes on your channel

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. My experience has been from the province perspective. Most vloggers are very open and honest about their experiences here but most of them are from the cities. So our content will be different

[@sigrid988]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat much love man much love

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you@@sigrid988

[@russellhopson1658]

Wow nice big yard. And for that price is just incredible . And look at the work that's been done.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you so much!!

[@marichelmaltese8736]

I vote for white or green outside paint. Definitely white for inside the house coz it's neat and easy in the eye and the place will looked spacious...and you can throw some colors in your furniture of choice....I'm really curious on the update of this house...specifically the outside kitchen...so long 👋

[@howardsmith7950]

Congrats I’m so wanting to do something like this i spent quite a bit of time in the Caribbean miss that water and the food as well as the people

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I think you'd find a lot of beauty around the Philippines too. Probably a lot more affordable too

[@richardontube]

Thanks for the info. Place is looking great. I guess all the improvements will make the owners really happy. Worst case scenario you can pull out all the appliances and sell or relocate them, or have the owner compensate you for them. Nice effort! All the best.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

No worries. Thanks for your concern. They were here yesterday and said even though the lease is 3 years with options most likely it will be at least 5 years

[@alanjohnson6369]

Great video can't wait. Thanks for sharing

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks for watching!

[@cecilwampler8733]

This is amazing. Great videos. You should write a book detailing how to live on a shoestring budget there.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I'm doing it with videos. Thank you for the compliment. I only recently realized there are a lot of people interested in the province life. I will be focusing a little more on that as well

[@rbebeabucay9356]

There are definitely a lot of foreigners who are interested about the province life. I follow plenty of Philippine KZbinrs and have read their subscribers’ comments.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you@@rbebeabucay9356

[@Masonsky123]

Nice job.

[@LAIRDO-]

My friend (ex military) works as an air traffic controller in Kuwait but has a "vacation" home in the Philippines. He also owns a bar there. It's always amazed me how cheaply someone can have nice things over there. I enjoyed this and hope to see part 2 with the finished product.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes Exactly. One thing I try to point out in my videos is this is an example to others ""You could be here doing this"" even with strictly nothing but social security income

[@josephrodriguez6255]

You hit a very good niche there bro! First time I saw some foreign people modding a rental house in here. I love to watch home makeovers in Netflix. Excited in the future vlogs. Subbed as well

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Appreciate that and thank you so much for watching

[@pelleskold4618]

fantastic what a find

[@geraldmcdevitt3996]

I'd love to live in the countryside of the Philippines.. it's like a home away from home. 😊

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes my friend. I wish I could share the full benefits of the people and culture here. There is just not enough words to describe. You really need to experience it. I encourage you to for a visit.

[@m32m1m]

Excellent work man! Which province?

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Porac Pampanga @@m32m1m

[@geraldmcdevitt3996]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat I was there in Moalboal and Dumanjug on Cebu last year in October. The locals were so warm and friendly.. I look forward to going back in 2024. I plan on bringing food and drinks to the local ambulance station in Moalboal to give those guys and gals a moral boost.

[@user-jm2gg5pv1n]

Currently getting into college debt in the u.s. , in a hood nonetheless, I can’t stress how jealous I am of you and how free that feels. You deserve it man, especially with your knowledge being able to do fixits and repairs. That seems awesome man, I wish I were in your shoes!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I have my social Security and feel lucky for that. Other than that you can do it my friend. I rarely do the actual work. It's the cost of labor and materials that allows that.. Yes you could do what I am doing. If you don't understand the concept of what you want done just relax and watch KZbin "How to" / "DYI" videos until you do. Male or female! Then hire someone to do it

[@johnnygerard6605]

My jam is Thailand but you are stoked! Good job place is dope

[@thegoodkidshow]

You scored buddy, congratulations

[@boneyn3661]

Please do an AFTER video. Sounds like you can turn that dump into something nice and respectable

[@Rantsack]

I love it. It’s beautiful and really nice. It’s like making it into your own style and taste. 🥰

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes It's my own little sanctuary. And still save money compared to renting something similar. Thanks for the comment .

[@BarakTheWonderer]

Nice job! Looks fantastic so far! Continued success!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thanks a bunch!

[@StormbladeX69]

AWESOME 🎉 CongoRats 🎉 Brother! 🎉 I'd love a place like that! 🎉

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I look forward to meeting you

[@StormbladeX69]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Shooting for a two week Discovery Trip Summer or Fall 2024. 🎉

[@StormbladeX69]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Same here Brother! Glad to see another video! Great looking Pad! 🎉

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Let me know how I can help@@StormbladeX69

[@StormbladeX69]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Thank you Brother. Moving is a few years out sadly, but I'm shooting for a 2 week Discovery Trip Summer /Fall 2024. 🎉

[@ChrisB-sv1gz]

Are the windows really old? They look amazing. I love the style! Will subscribe for more updates and cost.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes they are very old. I was guessing 50 years??

[@168tsai8]

Good transformation of that run down little house. The landlord got a good deal.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

We both got a good deal

[@davidparker2173]

Masterful. It appears you deal well, and both ends win. That house definitely had potential.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you David!!

[@midlifewanderings]

White looks good in and out. Have some potted plants in the veranda and you have colors. Add some shutters on the window for the coming typhoon season. That's what we did to our house in the province and it helps a lot specially during the Easterly season. What province are you located? We are moving back to the Philippines in 7 months and maybe our paths will cross. I love your content, you and my husband I think have the same idea of retirement - simple, laid-back, easy life in the province. I'm subscribing so he can follow your vlogs. Cheers!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Wow thank you so much!! This house is in Porac Pampanga in Central Luzon. I may be renting this to subscribers like an airbnb. I travel 50% of the time and love this place so much. I think many would like to experience the province life. Good way to understand what that means by spending a week first. Especially since there are no airbnb in Porac or most provinces when I have looked

[@gobfranklin6759]

One idea is to install some new windows with screens. Cost may not be bad. Have fun with the project!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I am looking into screens Especially a screen door

[@TOFAINNAIJA]

Beautiful! Man with vision!!! Thats what most women need in their life!!!! Great job!!!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you. You're pretty amazing yourself

[@suzanne8264]

Wow, what an incredible difference. So happy for you!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you so much!

[@magnolia430]

Great forward project and very cheap indeed, especially the labor costs. Sliding doors from the kitchen onto a nice big patio with outside bar would be amazing when it is finished....good luck

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes indeed!

[@minert12345able]

Darrell, very nice job, what a difference in before and after! I appreciate you posting your walkthrough and and repairs as promised. I completely agree that these costs are incredibly low, in comparison to America, and make it affordable to bankroll projects like this. However, will you share why, in your perception and with your experiences in financing, real estate and construction, you believe it's worth the risk; is there a Filipino version of a lease agreement; are landlords pretty trustworthy as a general rule; are landlord scammers/opportunists rarely heard of out there? Thanks for the great videos, keep them coming!

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Well no matter where we are there are scammers. As I live in the province where everyone pretty much knows or knows of everyone, the odd's are in my favor. The landlords are business owners a few blocks away and live five houses down. In my case I feel comfortable. But still require a lease same as I would in San Diego. From my experience most of the crime you might hear about in the Philippines is probably copy cat criminals from crimes in the US. Nothing particular evil here compared to there. Just more of it in the US and on a grander scale.

[@minert12345able]

Thanks for getting back to me so quickly; and yes, it looks like you covered your bases pretty well and made it into a win-win situation for everyone including future tenants. Cheers!@@Ex-Pensive_Expat

[@jackbaldwin3649]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Great answer! I also like the fact that compared to other countries for instance you are allowed to stay long enough in PH to make this investment worthwhile.

[@rbebeabucay9356]

@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Yeah. Smash and grab, riots, mass shootings, shoplifting everywhere, drive-by shootings in the US …

[@TheGeekyBanana]

That’s a big place! I could totally do it (live there lol) you have given me some ideas for when I retire! ❤

[@edgardolugo540]

I am a American Expat 🇺🇸 🇵🇷and new subscriber to your Y.T. CHANNEL.... Wow.... $36 usd. = 2 thousand pesos a month.... That's a great deal amigo. *That's a freaking great deal for a House... You get a large yard too.... O.M.G. I love living here in the Province of Balamban in Cebu.... *Good Luck 🍀 and ENJOY.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Oh Wow!!! Very nice! I will be traveling to Cebu and the island too. Would you be interested in showing me around when I'm in your area?

[@setha360]

Landlord hopefully lets you stay after it is finished , you never know

[@simplelifeme2741]

Maybe he is not stupid to spend money in a house without a deal or written agreement. It's a part of his content! I believe he planned everything before doing all this.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I have a three year lease with option to extend

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

You are correct my friend. But that is a common suggestion / thought.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

I just subscribed to your channel

[@starringcindiliuasherself8028]

Yes I could live there for $36 a month.

[@HavenVilla]

Nice find man. Love what you done to the place. Yep $36 is a bargain. I would grab that in a blink. Imagination will be key in fixingg. Great job. Im sold.

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Thank you my friend

[@pascualabrazaldo7249]

New sub here. Can not wait to finish your home improvement. ❤

[@Ex-Pensive_Expat]

Yes not sure if it showed but I'm pretty excited