Building A House In The Philippines - What Are We Adding?

[@MuseSunflower]

The house is coming along so beautifully! I love all the greenery you are adding

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, and so are we. I honestly didn’t really care for all the plants at first but now that their filling in it’s really nice around here.

[@jordytheknifemaker]

I going to the Philippines because of you. You guys look so happy bro.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and yes we are!

[@ßhopkins]

hi cory and raquel! love the house with the nature and animals --modern, but still relaxing..🎉

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you! We love how it’s turning out

[@smartbiz888]

The lights are a great addition to the yard/outside area... Really lights up the place (no.pun intended!)... 😄 Living in paradise, day and night... nice! 🙏🙏🙏 👍😎👍

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

lol thank you

[@JimiC.]

Absolutely love the lights around your yard. Keep making videos so that I have more ideas to steal, I mean borrow, for our house. Your place just get better and better. Love the one way windows too. I remember the first time going to JolliBee, Jenni ordered chicken and when the food came i wondered why they gave her a small burger. Of course it was a package of rice. Thanks and we all appreciate the hard work that goes into your videos.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@dennisbradshaw6549]

Wow house lights look amazing and quality workmanship too. Love the chicken run looks amazing.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you! Getting the walkway going around the house tiled right now. Looking good!

[@MilesScherer128]

Love your house and all your plants outside the house is really beautiful and relaxing.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, it really is so peaceful just watching around my yard.

[@napoleonmdusa8877]

Looking great! I like the idea of a chicken coop for egg harvesting for healthy eating.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Exactly!

[@CatCrazyFamily]

It IS entertaining for sure you two! I’m kinda hooked lol.. I keep seeing random videos now that I’ve subscribed. It really is an EPIC story that you share. I’m old, 55 . Single. And since finding one of your videos a couple weeks ago it has made me wonder and dream about all the possibilities. Canada, under our current landlord isn’t so wonderful. Many people here as so ungrateful for what you do for them day in and day out. No appreciation and if you do get some it’s fake. Noticeable. The appreciation that your Mrs shows you is just so amazing.. makes me tear up.. she shows how grateful she is in every video. It really is refreshing. I think I can see the changes in you, from watching a video from the past.. you seem way more chill.. more relaxed. Happy.. at peace. I think so many people would give just about anything to enjoy life as you both are.. I’m sure it isn’t all perfect everyday.. but you can feel the love ❤. Looking forward to another video as they pop up lol. Thanks again for sharing and caring !

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment, thank you!

[@RichardTrezise]

I’m really enjoying watching your day to day life there’s a big thanks off me and my family

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@silverliner4894]

I love your house and your videos. I finally made it to the Philippines on Tuesday, and I'm having a great time. I wish I had came here a long time ago. The only thing that I don't like is the heat and humidity but when you get this close to the Equator I expected it.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Your body will adapt if you stay outside.

[@nicolacrickmar8829]

You have a very elaborate house on a large plot, I was surprised as I only just came across you when you did a house tour of Tim's house which is tiny and nowhere near as fancy....quite a contrast. I do like that you are caring for your animals, the chickens and ducks will be very happy when their area is completed.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Tim?

[@ProdigalInk]

​@@ItsMe_Philippines Tim K I'm guessing also an vlogger in Phillipines

[@PaulOrong]

VERY nice work around your home. My wife and I enjoy watching your content because it brings back SO many similar memories that you and your wife display on your channel. Life is beautiful and so is your journey. God bless you both.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@callyourhitsorquit296]

When you asked your wife what do you guys need at the hardware store and she answered them all. That says a lot on how involved your wife is, how she put importance to the project. Me and my wife managed the construction of our house and we saved up a lot of money just because we are the one whos buying the materials. Hired and architect just for the planning and safety aspect of the house, but the actual management down to the laying down the foundation until the finishing of our house, we did that together. So if you have a woman in your life that know this stuff and are interested in it. Your blessed. Its nice to see a foreigners perspective on living in the Philippines.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment and agree 100%

[@raid7752]

Her voice is so cute every time you ask her if she is ready, and she says OF COURSE, even though you were supposed to leave an hour ago.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Story of my life lol

[@SirLoosilos]

Wait !After 2-3 years😂😂 😂😂😂SiGe na...geabbeee

[@RockmasterVideos]

Always a joy to see your Cool vlogs. You're the best planner on making your home a tropical paradise. Vlog again soon please, when you can!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and we are recording this weekend!

[@dannyeicher6173]

You two got a lot of things going on your home and yard area. Like the lights. I like your home and landscaping. Thanks for sharing...🎥😃👍👌👊🙏

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for watching and leaving another positive comment my friend!

[@bailles]

Lights are great! Now when she tells you to clean the dirty windows you can say that I’m foreigner I’m not allowed, lol. Really enjoyed this video. Fellow 48 yr old Mainer working on getting things lined up to move over there!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I'm from Maine! So come on over my friend and bring some lobster lol

[@bailles]

@@ItsMe_Philippines sure! Hopefully they’ll survive. Lobsters will start dying after 24hrs.

[@KevinPretirementNOW]

Hello guys! Just a regular guy from USA here. First time commenting on your channel. Enjoy your content. Thank you. Spent Winter in Thailand. Considering this Winter in PH. BTW, (you probably already know) but pretty sure I just saw you two walking on someone's video titled, "Walking in Dumaguete City at Night! Philippines" from 5 months ago. You appear at 0:30. Haha. Anyway. Thanks for the content, energy and for sharing your lives. Very cool.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Appreciate the comment and reach out if you’re coming over and have any questions!

[@jeroentersteege8122]

i always thought that true love was not possible with a filipina that it will be mainly a financial relationship. but when i see the way she looks at you and always has the urge to touch you i get jealous of you you are a fantastic couple

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you. I hear that common often because there is quite a bit of poverty here. However, I found a Filipina from a good family so money was not something she cared about.

[@peternielsen5998]

Hi Cory, looks like you might have more land area than the standard house lot. Looks like you might be on 1/4 acre? Nice size house, pool, chicken condo. And still plenty of room for yard and car parking. You've done well. :)

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you! It's 850sq meters, I haven't converted that to acer because we do everything in metric here.

[@markeuringer8106]

It’s .21 acres. I plugged it in 👍

[@eicisback]

It's coming along beautifully, looking splendid all around.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you 😊

[@ronzander7648]

Wow, I had no idea you still had so many projects to do around the place. The lighting is really nice, such a different way of doing things from the states. We would've had conduit laid everywhere but with the block and concrete you can't really do that. The workers are really artisans though, you can' tell once everything is done that the walls were opened. Upcoming tile work sounds cool.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

It's coming along and we just keep going.

[@JohnBuckby]

Looking great guys.I’m a builder myself. So I appreciate what you’re both trying to achieve . 👏👏👏🙏🥰

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and it’s coming along nicely!

[@Zenon2006]

First....house looks great at night

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

lol

[@adamsty1728]

Nicely done! Looking forward to the next video of the outdoor pizza oven install…😎👍🏻

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thought about it but I don't eat pizza lol

[@joe_xoxo]

I like when the filipina's don't catch on to western humor with our slang words. Seeing the confusion is priceless.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That’s probably my favorite thing too lol

[@RandyCagle143]

Very nice. The whole yard and house are lit up. I like the chicken coop.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We love it!

[@stevenundzid4765]

Corey you the man. May you and your wife experience many more good days together in your paradise. Thanks for sharing.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you my friend

[@bobbymoore6013]

Alright, so I found your housebuilding and costs videos and just finished binge-watching everything, great job on putting this together for others to see if they're planning on doing nothing similar. I absolutely love how you designed the home, and watching over the last few years it's really coming together, I could see myself enjoying a similar setup. You said you were in automotive previously? So was I, what did you do and do you still do anything similar there?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and Director of Operations for a large automotive manufacture.

[@bobbymoore6013]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Thanks for the reply. Market Area Fixed Ops Director for a large Auto group, retired.

[@joeblow3939]

❤ another new member 👍

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@jbqu3142]

That is great. I love watching your videos. Wish you Raquel and Cory the best!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks so much!

[@karl5536]

Wow awesome, love the light's. Boy you got a beautiful house.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@ChrissieSM]

The electrician did a great job. I wish the electricians here in England were more available and efficient.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

He works for us full time and does great work.

[@EatLeadPal]

Very nice! Your dry sense of humor and Rachel's reaction always makes me laugh.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

lol we are always laughing

[@smartrn1]

Strong work brotha. Y’all should be very proud. 🇺🇸🇵🇭

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@terryburke4932]

I always enjoy your videos , really like the way you guys interact with each other. The house and lights look great. Wishing you guys all the best.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you so much!

[@Warf_459]

Hi Cory. I've seen quit a few home there that this realtor, Alma, sales. So far I have not seen any even close to being as beautiful as yours. I've seen a couple that were bigger and had really nice fruit trees, but the inside style, windows, raised ceilings, generator and power grid was not there. The asking price was crazy too.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That sounds about right and I would avoid a realtor here when possible. Ask around with the locals to find things.

[@markeuringer8106]

Hello Corey. Think that sometime I could ask you to do a walk around the outside of your property I see portions of the house and portions of the property. I would not mind seeing the whole house and property if that’s not too big of a request…. I get the idea from the my pi dream vlog ….. thanks Mark

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I’ll keep that in mind

[@markeuringer8106]

Thanks sir

[@WeekendRVing]

Hello from the states. We are planning on retiring there one day. Your videos are great thanks for sharing

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for watching!

[@ernesthallett8003]

Looks awesome… ALL THE BEST…

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@theblackboxpodcastshow1791]

Hi Corey , got my notification late sorry for not responding sooner, another great video brother , keep up to great work,.😄😄😄

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks brother!

[@hardtail-gy8dk]

Wow house is looking great, beautiful home, duck water might get a bit nasty after awhile

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We have a filter set up for them!

[@Robert8455]

Really nice progress on your home.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@thomasq9181]

Looking good guys!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@EricMaiVlog]

Thanks for the update, it's looking good

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@violasbakedandcookeddeligh1596]

Nice upgrades & video👍

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@jameswilson1522]

Totally Positive ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@guimarasourhomeberro2494]

My favorite bloggers. Very genuine people and know how to enjoy life. I wish both of you always good health and success. Come to Guimaras and visit us especially during the Mangahan you will have a blast and plus you got a nice place to stay.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

The island right next to Iloilo City?

[@guimarasourhomeberro2494]

@@ItsMe_Philippines correct.

[@livingoutloud5729]

You guy's have a beautiful home! You're such a fun couple. Thank you for sharing some of your time with us 😊

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

House is looking great Thanks for the update

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@spmrosepi1]

I guess the aquaponics is around the corner. Can't wait to see how you do this.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I actually designed the property in the layout of the ponds for aquaponics. Haven’t grown any fish yet because they’re so cheap locally it hasn’t made sense.

[@spmrosepi1]

@ItsMe_Philippines I get it. Sooner or later, I'm sure you will get the system started. I was looking into it to eat fish that I know what they were fed plus the healthy plants. I just wanted to see how you were going to apply the process. Thanks

[@markhuizinga4993]

Mate your house very homely and nice to come back to each day! done well for sure.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@mlblue5355]

That snake looked like a common tree snake, or whip snake or keel-bellied whipsnake(Dryophiops philippina), non-venomous. Awesome lighting, the place looks majestic and peaceful! Thanks for the update!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks for watching and I’ll look those up to see what he is.

[@chuck5553]

Chow looks great, I’ve been on carnivore diet for the past two months so not ice cream or fries for me. Great video and the wifey is looking fabulous as always. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

How are you liking that diet plan? Lots of health benefits from it! I love fruit so it’s probably not for me again.

[@chuck5553]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I’ve lost 30 pounds, A1C went from 5.7 (pre diabetic) to 5.4 (normal). Triglycerides went down from 340 to 150 (normal range) and feeling so much better than before Thing I like the best is I don’t have to count or keep track of anything…

[@chuck5553]

@@EastCoastSunset absolutely not, just the opposite, steak, hamburger fish, bacon, shrimp…if it walks flys or swims I eat it. No (very very few) carbs or sugar

[@Imarriedaforeigner]

Looking good ..wow ❤

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you 😊

[@johnfoley5475]

From Las Vegas. Beautiful house and nice to see you both happy , joking and working as a team .Have you thought or already planned lighting along the walkways

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Nice!

[@DindinPizarro]

Very positive video❤

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and that’s always our goal

[@bluebatmedia6100]

Looking good!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@ronprince1478]

Looking good guys

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks, we love how it’s coming along

[@PeteHagen-sm4tn]

Those are going to be some pretty opulent dog houses!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I hope so!

[@bryanprehoda]

Looking great man

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Much appreciated

[@SirHelios]

It's a really nice house, bro!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks, bro!

[@Jerry-fv9ix]

Beautiful home!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@ricksarazin1379]

Nice house, cha-ching on your life.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@safrazhusain9612]

If you a picture of the house completed please post it,excellent job so far

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

www.businessinsider.com/retired-millennial-moved-america-philippines-slow-life-debt-free-2024-2#:~:text=He%20always%20felt%20he%20needed,the%20Philippines%20with%20his%20wife.&text=Corey%20Fraser%2C%2042%2C%20moved%20from,the%20Philippines%2C%22%20he%20said.

[@robertf57]

House looks great! You should have a late afternoon/evening barbeque for family and friends when you're all done.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We do that weekly!

[@johnulriksson2505]

You have a really Nice house...wish you all luck from Sweden..🥰

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@davidr.4916]

You're living the dream life.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I live a life I don’t need to vacation from!

[@stevefrost1849]

I thought you were going to have fish, in the tanks 🤔 nice video's 😊😊

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We might, but buying them locally is so cheap it's not really worth the time.

[@stevefrost1849]

@@ItsMe_Philippines thanks for the answer, and your time. Hope you have a great day. Hope to make it to the Philippines someday and see it for myself. 🤗🤗🤗

[@riaansnyman8747]

Need to build a maze going up and down for those chickens … for cardio … yaaaa buddy … keep up the good work … light weight

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and will do

[@brittbrittingham9871]

He is a good worker

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great guy all around

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

Looking great

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@Whflynn3]

I'd be careful about putting tile for the doghouse floor. It will attract the heat and might make it uncomfortable for them. I'd lay the tiles in the area for a few days and check them to see if they gwt too hot. Lay the top of your hand on them. If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for them. Just a thought.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

The tile keeps the floor cooler and they ALWAYS want to be on it for the temperature difference

[@NidaYestre]

Close to retirement and I can't wait to buy those plants from your previous vlog. Can't wait to build my bahay kubo in the farm. Location Silay City Philippnes

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That’s a nice area up by Bacolod

[@NidaYestre]

thank you!

[@oldmanrock7542]

Nice house, pretty wife, and your hair is gorgeous. Of course.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you so much!

[@johndiogenes2983]

Thanks for your wonderful videos, do you want to rent out your cement mixer and/or block maker? Thanks

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I rent them out quite often actually. Are you on Negros Oriental?

[@marilynH66]

The flower is called Adelfa in the Philippines or Oleander here in the U.S. It’s beautiful but be careful handling it cuz all parts of this plant are poisonous.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I learned that after posting the video, thank you and I will be careful!

[@nevysadventuresllc9074]

Besides the chickens for fresh eggs are any of your plants going to fruit bearing?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Yes, we have multiple fruit trees growing

[@nevysadventuresllc9074]

@@ItsMe_Philippines for better egg production try putting red pepper flakes in their feed they love it. Also in their water. Some herbs that are good for chickens include lavender, sage, oregano, parsley, rosemary, mint, comfrey, and calendula. Lavender can help relieve stress in laying and sitting hens, while sage is good for overall health.

[@depdog2010]

lol thats funny but nothing beats a smoked turkey. Ive got a smoker and smoking a fresh turkey. Forget about It !

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

True!

[@annettef6481]

I'm in the US and new to your channel. This is interesting to see how you live there. Have you done a video on going to the farmers market ?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Multiple shopping videos on buying food!

[@annettef6481]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I went through your videos and watched one. We have markets where I live in Florida like these. More expensive of course

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@annettef6481 we enjoyed our time in Florida and even thought of moving there.

[@billlloyd9755]

No, that is lunch with dessert my favorite. 😊

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

So good!

[@FREEINPHILIPPINES]

Great looking question where you but your washer at ? I been looking at Citi Hardware in San Carlos.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Where did I buy my washer? Or where did I put it?

[@FREEINPHILIPPINES]

@@ItsMe_Philippines what store in Negros Oriental did you buy your washing machine

[@1bachur]

Nice house! Looking very good. Nice to have a big budget! My places in Cebu both ran over budget, even with my wife taking on the job as project manager (saved approximately 50%) and handled finding all the materials at the best prices. Next place will be a resell, done building!!!😅

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Nice! What part of Cebu?

[@Dane_Riazer]

Looking really nice, the house is coming together. I am still looking at moving to the Philippines. Sapian Capiz or even Cebu. I would love to get a nice house that most of the sq footage is on first floor. Any advice on this? I've followed some of your house tour/sellings in the past.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

So are you looking to build? By? Or rent?

[@abninf501]

Great, your house is coming along but I was curious I know it's been a minute but could you provide more details on your hair implants. It's looking nice and getting thick. I might have to look for the videos but I'm just curious how long it took for it to grow out and the cost. Thanks!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Here’s the video with all the info! Hair Transplant Philippines? | Cost, Location, Is It Worth It?! kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHa2f5WroZt3esk

[@abninf501]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Thanks brother! 👍🏼

[@joevelasco7241]

Your house is beautiful and seemed well planned. I’m curious if you are a contractor or have experience in building? BTW - My wife ( who is Filipina) and I have also lived in Chicago area and now reside in NJ. We were married in 1991 and still very happy. Wish you guys the best also. Joe & Janet

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks joe and not a contractor but I did design automotive facilities.

[@TheRocketrob3]

2:48 surprising to see add on rice on your plate Corey I would have thought maybe half rice for you and Rachael 😅

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I eat a lot of carbs pre workout!

[@coco19661]

Nice video

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@bryanj.nevasr.2018]

I envy you in a good way Cory. :D

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I live a life I don't need to vacation from.

[@thejwb1]

Did you guys put solar? would be a life saver during the brownouts on hot days.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Yes, plenty of power here along with a generator back up

[@marcrichard7251]

Great video….I land in Dumaguete next Wednesday…Coming from Michigan…did you say at one time that your about 2 hours drive from Dumaguete?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Yes, why did you pick that city out of all the wonderful locations here?

[@marcrichard7251]

@@ItsMe_Philippines My girlfriend lives in Dumaguete

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@marcrichard7251 Enjoy your visit and try to travel while you're here to some nice places like Bohol, Siquijor, Apo, Cebu, or Bacolod.

[@marcrichard7251]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Bacolod is one of my first stops….

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@marcrichard7251 Very nice city

[@Dstromb232]

You have a nice place.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@darrellbarnes2096]

Bro you have blended in to the culture. When in Rome.....well you know the rest. 😂❤

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Well said and thank you. I’m not expecting my environment around me to change so I’m using it to help better myself and adapt.

[@thejwb1]

Cool cats. Cats rule.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks

[@BuzzSargent]

Bias seems like a nice town. What is a Poblacion? I see that in towns everywhere on maps. Love watching her reactions to things. Happy Trails from Florida (still)

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you! Poblacion?

[@BuzzSargent]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Yeah, Look at a Google Map of Negros Oriental and in most towns there are places called Poblacion. Ask your wife she must know what it means. I am curious.

[@emileneslo5695]

Did you by any chance played the video game called Ghost Recon Wildlands? The staircase inside your home really resemble those in the game's homes. Maybe you took a liking in that design and made the builders do it that same way? Just wondering because I recently replayed that game from start to finish 😅

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I have not but I will into it!

[@antoinvanmeer3143]

Hi Cory, question did you use single glass or double glass

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Double

[@edolais]

"Of course!!!" Need to put that on a tee shirt

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

In the works!

[@P99-v6n]

Living the dream man

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Fact!