Cost Of Living In The Philippines After Ten Months Living Here!

[@johncano3972]

NICE COMPREHENSIVE AND USEFUL BRAKE DOWN FOR THOSE LIKE ME THAT STILL PLANING OUR MOVE TO PHILIPPINES. LIKE YOU SAID SHE STILL CAMARA SHY, BUT IT MAKES HER PERSONALITY MORE ATRACTIVE. SHE LOOKS LIKE A DOLL, YOU LOOK IN SHAPE, YOU GUYS LOOK VERY HAPPY. YOU ARE DOING IT..!! KEEP IT UP 👍🏼.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment and thank you for the compliments! Let me know if you need any help with the planning and I’ll keep making funny videos with her lol

[@johncano3972]

@@ItsMe_Philippines L.O.L 😃 THANKS FOR OFFERING. I'M STILL WORKING ON MY RETIREMENT. BUT IN A FEW YEARS I SHOULD BE ABLE TO MAKE A LONG TERM PLAN. HOPEFULLY NEXT YEAR I WILL MAKE MY FIRST TRIP TO GET FAMILIAR WITH THE COUNTRY.. THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR WILLINGNESS TO HELP..👍🏼

[@susanball7051]

They are very young so they have a very long years to live without having a health problems and they can enjoy life to the fullest together and have a good life in the Philippines province .Dumaguete is a good place to live but thinking that my parents have a big property surrounded by coconut and banana trees facing the ocean and once my mother is gone then i will take control of our property instead of buying a property somewhere when i retire early. I missed the Philippines lifestyle and its just two more years then im going to live in the Philippines I will just pay the electric and water and foods thats all

[@SINcitySEAL]

@@TorvicsVlogs SPEAK UP BORTHER

[@TorvicsVlogs]

@@SINcitySEAL haha fair

[@Speed00007]

Dang, so this is happiness. A man with a pretty wife who appreciates that he pays all the bills and she takes care of him. Who knew!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I just spit out my drink lol

[@billyh3198]

My fiancé is in Guatemala. you must also live in the US? LOL

[@dadayhusser]

Lol yup crazy huh....I'm moving there soon lol....got me a beautiful fiancee who loves the shit out of me...Goodbye to rotten azz American women 😂

[@albertwhittaker6385]

😂

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@dadayhusser hahahaha good for you

[@Bigboy-tb7ft]

As a Filipino, our monthly expenses averages between $550 to $650, but we are able to live comfortably. Our home is equipped with full air conditioning and we have access to fiber internet. Despite working from home, I am still able to provide support for my parents. The local wet and dry markets in my area offer affordable prices, allowing us to consume fish and meat on a daily basis. Although we don't dine out often, I believe that restaurants are often overrated as my mother's cooking is just as good, if not better, than some of the restaurants in Metro Manila.. hahaha

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I believe that!

[@garciavega6928]

@I'ts Me what part of the Philippines are you?

[@jesse75]

That's cheap living in the Manila area.

[@Bigboy-tb7ft]

@@jesse75 I'm not totally inside metro manila, but just in Rizal province. It's a province just beside or near metro manila.

[@jesse75]

@@Bigboy-tb7ft if you live in Padilla, that's metro manila. But if you are further east, you are just outside.

[@Truegrade]

She’s so pretty, affectionate and gentle! What an upgrade from western women

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

It’s an amazing feeling every day

[@Truegrade]

@@ItsMe_Philippines god bless you both!

[@Freedomlives33]

As a person who's lived in the Philippines for 5yrs.....one of the coolest things about the women are that they have a love of finding bargains and saving money is almost fun to them as opposed to western women who spend like mad 👍🏾😂

[@toomanyhobbies8351]

Definitely!

[@daveclark3337]

It’s just how appreciative Filipina women are which makes me really like them. Western women want everything, now, and crap on you if you don’t earn $500k a year

[@gamechanger2324]

I'm new here but this is what I noticed....as you speak she rubs your back showing support, you can tell that she's listening to you not just on her phone even when your just speaking to the camera by the way you can see her think about what you just said and nod in agreement & lastly the way she had something (poop) on her, didn't just rub it on your shirt as an initial reaction and as soon as she noticed it might have hit your shirt she was all over that thing trying to help you. That was what I observed within the 1st few minutes. You better take care of that woman she is special & you can tell even after 10yrs she is still "In Love With You"!!! Congratulations to both of you!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and she has been amazing since 2016!

[@ChibiSamurai4688]

That’s Filipino women for you! Mine is the same.

[@original.dwornboy]

How about eyes right and listen to what the man says.

[@kartyae]

She is gorgeous and this guy seems awesome. Such a great couple, best of luck to the both of you! You're living the life brother!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Couldn't agree more about her and I am a VERY lucky man!

[@Ed-ip2sg]

Really obvious you two made the right decision. Your living well, not struggling and your happy together. Nicely done!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@fml2266]

@@ItsMe_Philippines buddy if she does what all philipino women do, and destroys your life. dont sweat it, it happens so often they have a stereotype and you can also report them to a database, like they ACTUALLY have a database of phlip women who are terrible. Thats how bad it is.

[@jesse75]

They will have their struggles.

[@jesse75]

​@@fml2266 he has one thing going for him. He's not an ugly old fat dude. And if he tickles her right, she ain't leaving.

[@Mydailylife18]

Come and visit philippine

[@islesanctum833]

She smiles and laughs a lot It's so refreshing

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

She is always happy and positive and makes me smile because of it.

[@GigiTee-hv4tq]

Because she thinks she's with a 10😂

[@Otomega1]

​@@GigiTee-hv4tq Value depends on the market your dealing with. She thinks he's a 10 cause HE IS in the Philippines market Plus the guy is not bad looking and have a good frame and good income, that would be unfair to say he is not above average SMV in the USA

[@islesanctum833]

@@daddygc5814 I guess 'mature' is being a bytch/ self absorbed you'll find plenty of that in 'Merica

[@STST]

​​@@GigiTee-hv4tqPhilipino women are bought up with the sole purpose of getting a western guy so they can pay for everything. Its just a cheaper version of a western gold digger. She isn't really into him like he thinks she is. It could have been absolutely anybody. And she would be just as dedicated and "in love" with whoever it is paying the bills.

[@JayFromCincinnati]

Shes adorable, and clearly very much in love. Makes me think there's a chance to find true love if i move to Philippines and not just a girlfriend whos looking to be taken care of. God is good you're a lucky guy, i can tell you're humble and grateful. Congrats man

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, I really appreciate the positive comment. We are both very happy here and we have a great relationship. Have you started looking over here?

[@willn8664]

This is the REAL American Dream right here. Moving out of the U.S. to a country that actually has affordable housing even if it's a beach front property.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

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

[@TwstedTV]

Sorry, but that's not the American dream. The American dream is NOT to move out of the USA to another country in order to be able to afford living and housing. The ACTUAL American dream is to be able to have these types of expenses WITHIN the United States of America to able to live and have that American Dream. And yes I am American, I am Native American Indian aka Indigenous of USA. My ancestors tried to teach this to the people who came to the USA. But instead they invaded and raped and killed my ancestors and turned this country into an unaffordable country, that ravished this country with extremely expensive housing, that are now forcing American Citizens out of the USA, in order to be able to afford housing, marriage and proper living. Just saying 🤷‍♀

[@elirollins1547]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I’ve never heard it worded more perfectly

[@MrMichaelBCurtis]

just know it is HOT in the Philippines

[@pokechamp3987]

That's actually pretty inspirational mate. Hope to be there someday too!

[@hedge313]

I really like that fact that while you are talking, she is rubbing your back. She is clearly affectionate and loves you. Finding that in the west, especially after a couple of years, is very hard to find. Congratulations to you both.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

She's very affectionate and I love it. Very lucky man here

[@AlfaGTA156]

@@ItsMe_Philippines that because you’re a walking wallet mate.

[@gabrielta1]

Oh men , a men…….what ells

[@NEO_RKX]

All you find in the west is evil narcissistic women

[@expert25]

@hedge313 You missed the part where a gecko on the ceiling pooped over her hand and arm, which is what she was wiping off onto Cory's T-shirt.

[@vernondavis561]

I’m happily married to a Filipina in Kansas City for the past 30 years. We are nearing retirement age and considering moving to the Philippines. Thanks for the cost of living data.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks for watching and let me know if you have any questions

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I'm an American woman and I think it is great that American men are finding good partners elsewhere. Philippina women are not door mats to walk all over but they understand mutual respect and how to make their man happy. They are the traditional wife that is lacking here. Yes, we have many trad wives but they all marry young so if you are older or divorced, they are hard to find. Men deserve respect or they will look elsewhere. These women are strong, wise, healthy and beautiful.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment, thank you! Agree 100%

[@extremelydave]

Raquel is obviously a firecracker and has enough personality for 3 people. Get her to talk more, she's a trip.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We have a blast together and we keep each other laughing.

[@paidtourist6563]

I went to college with a Hawaiian girl named Raquel...She went on to become an MMA fighter and won her first 14 matches before she lost. She was super nice until you pissed her off, then you ran for cover 🤣

[@goldenrich3878]

@@ItsMe_Philippines good video

[@jenniferinocencio8945]

@@ItsMe_Philippines to the girl- just be natural (not making faces) simple, on and off camera as a Filipina is most well known to be. The guy is always at his best. Keep it up! Keep safe always, God bless in all your undertakings

[@sonnykhoo7236]

She’s lovely and u both fit each other so well ❤

[@NoOne-rt3bc]

Proud of you brother. You're living the dream. And you deserve it. Thankyou for the informative, funny, and interesting video. Keep making em. And I know it's probably cliche but it's actually good to see a woman who respects and loves her husband. It's something I just miss seeing in today's society. So, thx for the reminder. To all of us. Bless you both!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

My pleasure!!

[@gabrielta1]

Oh men, then Menschen ALSO to respect the woman, we doing a lot more then you, children, cooking, cleaning, and love, what do you think a men could, would do that? NEVER

[@carmelaelliott227]

I’m a Filipina was married to an American for 42 years, three kids all grown living abroad. My husband when he was alive and kids was still with us, living and school expenses about four to five thousand dollars. No mortgage, we have a beachfront property. Now a widow living alone with two helpers, costing me about $2,000 to $2,500, very comfortable life.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great info, thank you

[@WriteLight3]

Wow. Ok, you are definitely in the mid to upper echelons financially. That's probably twice as much as the average Filipino family of four needs to survive. Truly a comfy life. I'm happy for you!

[@MichaelPrudhomme-u7x]

Thank you for info. I have that with savings left over so I think I can have a good comfortable living arrangement there. Whereas, 70K ISD annual is poverty retirement in most of America 😢 If I work to maybe 67-71 I can double it and be Ok but “what an adventure” the Philippines would be at 62yo I can’t decide! But will think it over for another year.

[@williamt9058]

Are we speaking American dollars? Nobody wants to assume

[@FallofftheMap]

I’m surprised, the Philippines is more expensive than I expected. I spend about $2000 per month in Ecuador, but that’s supporting a family of 5 and school is by far our biggest expense. When I look at only my personal expenses it’s about $300 per month.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for the comment and very interesting. I’ve gotten a lot of feedback on this but none from anyone living in Ecuador.

[@marciestoddard730]

I've spent 900-1000 in mexico...

[@alaskacpu]

My Philippines Home was built & paid cash, Food-$400, $100 eat out, Electric $180 (air-con), Internet $40, water $10, Transportation $30 + misc $200 (medical & medicine for wife’s father) $200 additional misc. Our total $1110.00. However, with retirement, we save more than what we spend 💞 We are in Cavite. No debt. Nice Video. 💗

[@aboveitall9600]

Just got back from a month in Sta Rosa. I took a day trip to Cavite for my Step Dad who visited their during Vietnam. I was dropped off at City Hall by Grab ride share..Of course the tourism center in the city park said the base was open and you could visit the old fort on base....Not the case...Needless to say my few block, 20 peso, ride by Tricycle was for not! The ride resulted in a very confused gate guard leading me to his JOOD who was not happy an tourist was attempting to visit. At the end of my visit to Cavite, I was a little surprised grab will drop you off in the city but no drivers want to pick up anyone! I had to take a trike from city hall to the bus station and take a bus to PITX. A bit of an adventure.

[@mrbbkk]

That is under $600 per person and maybe $100 of $600 going to in-laws and this man is living and eating well If you build a properly designed passive house with some solar panels, you could cut your electric bill to under $50 Cooking at home, buying from the local maket, growing some fruits and vegetables your food bill could be under $150 Restaurants a wild card $100 to $1000 Single women , alcohol are two more wild cards I spend next to nothing on both unless they are my wife. Married 20 to 30 years, 1 million is ok. Been there done that no regrets

[@ButteredPecan17]

@@mrbbkk Can you explain the $100 going to in-laws lol?

[@lafayetteporter6044]

I appreciate your honesty. A lot of people will give foreigners the idea they can live comfortably on some ridiculously low amount. I lived in the Philippines for several years and you hit the nail on the head, it depends on your life style. Some people can live in a nipa hut and others in a high rise.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Exactly you are 100% right. I know friends that need to be in the AC all day and have their meals at western style restaurant. So their cost of living is on the higher end. Others are comfortable with anything above the poverty level. Everyone’s different!

[@lafayetteporter6044]

@@ItsMe_Philippines exactly, I want to be in a high rise in downtown Cebu and take taxis everywhere.

[@christophermenne7514]

@@ItsMe_Philippines how do I find good woman in Philippines

[@harryeisermann2784]

@@christophermenne7514 over suply yes but advice. NO MONEY NO HONEY nothing is free, same in any western country

[@mrbbkk]

Depends who you know U can live like a king for months for nothing with the right friends and relatives

[@scottbeller2369]

A ton of information here! This is actually a more apples to apples version of monthly living costs for my Filipina wife and I as we are going to do the exact same thing. We are building a house, installing solar, having a well with filter system, and a large garden; so our monthly costs should be about the same. I appreciate you guys sharing your expenses with us.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great plan and reach out to me if you need any assistance

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

@@ItsMe_Philippines me to build a store/house in the province soon in march. hope to meet you too with my fiancee

[@arich_tv]

We are doing similar 👍 going this coming July 😁 exciting times!

[@seckoya]

💯

[@richardpeoples8019]

​@@ItsMe_Philippineshow much to build a home there including land, ect.

[@Snake2112]

Very well thought out and informative. 👍 I’m Retired Navy and always thought about what you 2 have accomplished! Great planning and execution!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you my friend and I spent a lot of my time with the Navy when I served in USMC and my grandfather was Navy.

[@Mo63H]

Raquel is adorable, and much easier on the eyes. We will always be happy to have her talking on camera! Thanks for the informative video, and sharing your experiences with us.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Wait a minute.... I'm not the pretty one?! lol

[@Amen.22]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I’m sure some guys think that you’re the pretty one.

[@puppylove3781]

@@Amen.22 Lol! I doubt that would be a good thing bro lol

[@harryflemming9924]

F'n perv...

[@joer8386]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Unfortunately, you just don't make the cut for me. Try putting on a wig on that bald head, me having a couple of shots, and then we can talk.

[@ianmacgregor2727]

Excellent video from someone who has obviously done extensive research on all aspects of living in Cebu and the varying costs there. I live in rural Cebu and have been here for many years and being Scottish, I have probably followed a somewhat more 'Careful' approach to expenditure so that being said, I hope no one objects to me saying that I live very healthily with my GF and my 12 year old son on around $150 ( US Dollars) a week, easily. Our house and 600 square meters of land is costing just under $15,000. My son who has a Philippine mother will get the land in his name when he is 18 so I have 6 years to pay off the balance. I'm not sure if this helps anyone but I hope it does. Many thanks for allowing my post and take care. Ian

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, great comment

[@catherineharris4746]

Outstanding!👍 And may GOD continue to bless you on your journey to happiness🙏👍

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@catherineharris4746 Thank you

[@johnnywriight]

You bought the place for 15k? Or that’s what you pay a year?

[@ryanmozert]

I understand that but how am I supposed to work there being a US citizen

[@HappyMan36]

Once you go to the Philippines you can never be the same its like magic, the ppl, the doctors, the night-life, the food, feeling safe, no stress, can not wait to move 100% so i can live and not just surviving

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Goo plan brother!

[@Freedomlives33]

I definitely miss it there when I lived there for 5yrs. Definitely my end goal. My closest friends to date are still the people from there....the love and loyalty is immeasurable 👍🏾❤️

[@chrisellis9689]

I need to live this life style, sound like a perfect life. I'm sure its not so easy though

[@hobojungle1]

I want to move there too :(

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@hobojungle1 Start planning and saving

[@pcar928fan]

She is one of the cutest Filipina women I have ever seen. What a great place and way to live!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@realdeal485]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Some of the most amazing women in the world!

[@SirLoosilos]

After 1to 2 years you will give back🎉🎉😂😂 because the wind change 😂😢😢🎉🎉

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@SirLoosilos All the foreigners here have been here for many years and have zero interest in going back. 2.5 years straight for me and the longer I'm here, the more confident I am that I made the right decision.

[@STEMengineer]

your delusional

[@AILAM43]

This was so good. Love how Cory was in a zone and Rachel is just doing her thing. I would pay to just sit and watch these two interact with each other all day.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

My friends and family always say the same thing lol

[@rafaelcastillo2636]

Magandag Hapon Po! Don’t stay on the sidelines to long. The gentleman has found a “Gem” as you can tell in the video. I stay long term in the countries of Mexico and Philippines. As the woman here are a breath of fresh air. Yes, my Asawa is younger than me. It is our fountain of youth. But don’t tell anybody. My best wishes. Maraming Salamat Po. Mabuhay

[@bobbygordenakaredneckbilly3856]

May I ask how Rachel came to the USA? VISA type and/ or green card?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@bobbygordenakaredneckbilly3856 k1 visa and video on that soon

[@kingsbrace3736]

@@rafaelcastillo2636 Don't stay on the sidelines at all. There's a reason this gentleman - one man - is making these videos and tens of thousands of others are watching and wishing they could be him. Fortune favors the bold and adventurous. I'm doing much the same as him in a different part of the country, but it's exactly as straight forward and simple as he says it is. I'm writing from the Philippines at this moment while renovating my home here. Act now!

[@Deviant_Debacle]

I'm 35 single and looking at making the move the the Philippines. I was curious as to the costs in comparison to here in the states and I have to say, it seems to be the smart move. Beautiful country, low cost of living and it just seems like a more welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for the peak into your fiscal world so those of us considering the move have a solid idea of what to expect. Thank you for your knowledge and time.

[@scott80ca]

You'll need a remote job. Unless you're coming with tons of $$$.

[@Deviant_Debacle]

@@scott80ca I'll start looking into that now. Appreciate the advice.

[@harryeisermann2784]

you must be joking 35 wtf how can you build up yr pension or investments. wait till you 65 plus. you can retire respectfully

[@Deviant_Debacle]

@harry eisermann I don't see how that's any of your concern, respectfully. You have no idea my financial situation so I'd advise you to just focus on you and your retirement.

[@harryeisermann2784]

@@Deviant_Debacle as you make it public, so accept reactions. or critzisme, enjoy yr retirement, my opinion a minium of, 2500 aud. as I been here 7 years, have a good day, yes thats for a couple.... and live like a Western dude, NOT pinoy , take care and Not owing a Car.

[@Captain_Clark_CDoryAdventures]

First time stopping in. I have very close friends from the Philippines. They are so sweet they melt my heart. Also so very appreciative of the US and very family oriented. I'm not sure why this video was recommended to me but I enjoyed every minute of it. You seem to be very content. May God bless you and your family always! 🙏😊❤️

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and Filipinos are great people

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

how come the ones in America are the complete opposite ?@@ItsMe_Philippines

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

All the Filipinos I know back home are amazing people. So i would not say "all are opposite". @@GuitarsAndSynths

[@Amero2323]

I'm not typically attracted to Filipinas but she is a doll.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks

[@BuckJoFiden]

They’re beautiful women. Married one 10 years ago. Should’ve been 30 years ago. Would’ve saved a lot of drama.

[@tobywebb6452]

Thanks for the info, yes I've seen vids saying don't bother unless you've got $2000-$2500 pcm which seems expensive to me. After 3 months our average (excluding rental which is $500 for a bungalow in Moalboal) is about $800 pcm, eat out once per week, but we take pleasure in the simple things in life such as the beach, the mountains and the generally beautiful scenery. Guess it all depends on your tastes and lifestyle!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Completely agree with you that does sound very high, and it is all about lifestyle!

[@navyman4]

This is why I'm strongly considering moving to the Philippines. An appreciative wife helps to share a loving life with as well. GOOD RESEARCH MATERIAL. My brother, you are in Heaven.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

100% brother and I know it

[@destinationphilippineschannel]

Raquel is doing an awesome job of helping you with your pronunciation Cory. 😅 Keep up the hard work, you will be speaking fluent Filipino soon! Merry Christmas to both of you! Jim and April

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@williamcooke6056]

Destination Phillipines? "Speak fluent Filipino"? Do you mean Tagolog? It seems you don't know what the language is called. And there are others. My wife is from Mindinao and speaks Bisayan or Visayan (same language, different spelling). Tagolog is most common, especially up north. South, rarely.

[@destinationphilippineschannel]

@@williamcooke6056 Hey William. My wife is in Mindanao also. Koronadal. We just purchased a building lot there to build a home in the future. I DO know what the language is called. There are so many dialects. I was just keeping it simple. Happy New Year!

[@williamcooke6056]

@Destination Philippines copy that! My wife is from Davao, we had a home built there. Best of luck with your new home!

[@puppylove3781]

Live a little, and dive right into cebuano ;)

[@bpopa]

Congratulations Bro! So happy for you two! ❤ Live the dream! 🤙🏽

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks so much!!

[@myhealingjourney1234]

Awesome! I love the fact that so many American's are making the choice to move to Asia. Being half Filipino I would love to be close to my family in addition to the tropical weather and beaches! I've been watching Lillys Life about a woman who married a local and was from Maryland! I'm so inspired

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

It’s so peaceful and friendly here…. It’s hard to believe it’s real

[@HappyMan36]

You will be more appreciated there..

[@ryanmozert]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I understand that but I'm asking you if it is safe I'm a 46 year-old white male

[@hangten1904]

@@ryanmozert You're safe as long as you're being respectful to the locals. In return, they will make sure you're safe.

[@marciestoddard730]

Lilly is kinda odd man. She believes in too many demons and spells and superstitious shit, like to a paranoid level. Interesting tho! She is married to a THAI not filipina

[@TheDocFury]

Great presentation! I always add the total cost of my house if I paid cash divided by the years as if financed into my monthly budget to get a true monthly cost. Very few expats can pay cash to build their dream retirement home. Housing here is more often than not either stagnant or a loss due to several factors. Housing here also does not appreciate as it does in the US, raw land does in the right locations however foreigners cannot own land. Having no intention of eking by in my limited retirement years I’m the retiree that spends for comfort. Believe me when I say, comfort cost a lot here, at the high side or more of the chart shown. Reality is it will always cost more than you think, plan for $$$, but expect $$$$$ sometimes.

[@dumaguetedreaming]

That is really good advice!

[@sandradotson3246]

November 2019 we travelled to the Philippines to visit my family in Mindanao and we also owned a house there, (where I was born and raised) hubby wasn't comfortable staying in Mindanao, so we traveled to Clark then the pandemic came and we can't leave going back to the US, so we indeed up staying around Clark for about 2 years. We rented a house which we paid $800 a month, car payment was 34,464 plus light and water and internet. So our budget every month around $2k a month including food. During the pandemic no one was allowed to go out to eat, so I cooked every meal. That saved us quite a bit. We were renting 4 bedroom house in a gated community that's why our rent was high. We lived comfortably.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That makes sense and sounds about right. There are some areas down on that island that are not as safe as people say they are. Prices are also higher in Clark especially when you add in a gated community.

[@minihane88]

You planned ahead and executed. Not everyone plans ahead but you two are living proof if you plan, you can have a beautiful life. Love your channel guys! I will continue taking notes 😄

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@WoodysPhilippines]

Great stuff Cory!

[@JimNichols]

The cost of living anywhere is pretty subjective. I live in Thailand and the cost here seem somewhat lower. I for one appreciate the amount of time that conceptualization, scripting, videography, editing and ULing takes! The information was amazing as was the videography. Thank you sir.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you! Appreciate the positive comment and that’s why I make videos!

[@nuurulbasarmohdbaki6046]

Yes however the language is a challenged. Thai is cheaper since I am in Malaysia but communication wise. While Philippines might be more but like here English speaking. Thus making communication more easy.

[@johnrisher3007]

My wife, for 2 years now is so awesome and beautiful. I can't keep my hands off her. The great thing is that she doesn't mind. God has blessed me so much with her ❤.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment and happy to hear that

[@johnrisher3007]

@@ItsMe_Philippines awesome brother. I'm so happy for you. I'm so happy with my Philipina

[@5252525219]

Dude you are a stone cold stud you set your life up so good. and your girl is adorable the more you feature her on your Vids the more you will grow your channel. it’s so awesome to see someone so high quality living in the Philippines. you’re definitely a thinker and a go getter. i’m a bit older than you I’m 50 but I am trying to follow your move to the Philippines model. I really appreciate how you were fourth that has made your expenses so low and it appears that you don’t care what people think you’re living a simple life in a grande way👍🏽😎 Love it

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I don’t care at all and you cannot be truly happy if you worry about what people are thinking. Everyone is in charge of writing the book on their life. At the end of the day when we’re dying on your deathbed I’m the only one reading the book anyways. So I’m going to write it the way I want.

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

@@ItsMe_Philippines amen

[@oscyiyoutube2260]

Legendary

[@Smuggler169]

I'm 50 as well. Never married, no kids, retired Army. I am seriously considering this. Rent a condo for a bit and check things out.

[@chrism5126]

@@Smuggler169 Same, except 40. Did you go?

[@teddonahue1964]

You guys have a good thing going. Happy for you.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@g64460]

One of the best, if not the best break down I've seen. I like how you average everything and always wait for a long enough time period to do these looking forward to see how this channel develops as time goes on and you learn more.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Wow thank you for that!

[@teresitatowning8675]

I just love how you show everyone how to save money and live good at the same time . Hello guys ! I’m a Pilipina and married to a retired Military and retired LMPD in Louisville Ky. We’re in our 60’S and both still works also about to collect each of our SSN benefits . Now days everything is way too much in America. I have been trying to convince my husband to move to the Philippines and just enjoy our retirement for the rest of our lives ?! We have two grown daughters one is in her 30’s and the younger one is in her 20’s . He’s just concerned that his military benefits will not work in the Philippines?? But I have seen many retired military moved to the Philippines and doing just great . So I guess , I have to do more research on his worries. It’s been a while I have not seen my home country . It was 1972 since I left the Philippines, so it looks like a lot have been changed for the better on most of the country . I’m a US citizen since 1992 and I hope it’s not to hard for me to go back home ?! But with all those crazy viruses, it’s been kind of hard to travel now days . I wish someday my husband will come with me to visit my birther home land ?! Nice blog guys thank you for the tips !!! Happy new year and more amazing wishes and blessings to all of you out there !!!!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

You can tell your husband that at this point there’s over 200,000 foreigners living inside of the Philippines. There’s even a VA office here.

[@salbill4484]

It's a fact that her benefits will work in the Philippines. Explain to him the cost of living and SHOW him the great places there are to live. You can put together a slide show and make a literal break down of the expenses. I think when he sees how much more he can get for his money he might be swayed. i'm a veteran too and I've reach out to other veterans overseas, you can get your benefits, you just have to update your address etc etc

[@pvmoore1154]

Consider easing him into it with a trip to start with. Maybe 3-6 months. If he likes it,... extend to a year or so. It will likely help him get over his fears and help you both decide if it is right for you both.

[@benjackson1506]

@salbill4484 he means VA benefits. He gets free Healthcare from being a veteran that he wouldn't receive in PH. Why would he downgrade from free American Healthcare to Filipino Healthcare at his age. You want open heart surgery in manila?

[@my_other_side473]

@@benjackson1506 I think America don't have free Healthcare. Like Canada and Most European Countries.

[@BisayangKano]

My monthly costs in Kalibo Aklan is &200 USD/ month. I have a 2 bedroom apartment with a swimming pool next door. Cant complain. This includes the Rent (7kphp) electricity (i don't use AC 2200Php), Fiber optic internet (1400php) water and other small maintenance costs. Food really depends. Can cook at home... can eat in a crenderia (150php for two people) or can eat at a Japanese place for 900php. My food and outing costs definitely vary from day to day and moods but Can really keep it low it need be or can splurge. I teach English online and am making about 2000USD/mo. I realize this is a lil out of the norm but without sacrificing anyout except for air conditioning. I do well enough with fans, open windows and the cool night breeze at night. Transportation is 50php to get into the capital city and 100php getting out. Don't want a car or motor. Its easier to get through traffic with a motorela and its money that continues to go back into the community. I go into town once or twice a week. Health insurance is 55/month. Cheers for your video.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Excellent comment and appreciate your honesty.

[@Sahrokh]

Do you have access to internet in there? Fiber?

[@BisayangKano]

@@Sahrokh I do. Its available even in the boondoks. About 4 different providers. I have 100mb/s down and 50mb/s up signal for 30USD a month.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@Sahrokh yes that’s in the budget, we have fiber

[@Sahrokh]

@@ItsMe_Philippines thank you!

[@Nomad_Vagabond]

You guys are great! My name is Cory no E. Great to see Raquel is getting less camera shy. Keep making videos. My dream is Cebu PH.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you Cory without E!

[@unclecharles3617]

Our budget here in the Cavite province is very close to yours. Averages about $700 per month. We also built and paid for our house in advance. We live a simple comfortable life. Our biggest expense besides food is our electric which is about $100 per month 1/2 of that is because of our 2 1/2 HP airconditioner. It's been cooler this month and the electric should only run about $60.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That’s great to hear and I love the comment. I’ve seen a few videos were guys were persistent but you need to $2500 and I was very confused by that. Cavite is in my list of places to see!

[@hillbillyintheasia6122]

@@ItsMe_Philippines my bucket list see most of the islands.

[@Allaboutabeautifullife]

Nice helpful video, myself and my Filipino wife will be retiring to the the Philippines in June. Like you we already have our house built in Tagaytay so our house cost eventually after finishing buying everything including a car (which is already budgeted for) will be zero. Moving to another country is not a problem for either of us as I am a Brit living in Iceland for the past 37 years plus we got married here 5 years ago, that was when wife/then fiancee came her.

[@Freedomlives33]

Tagaytay!!..... excellent choice of spot 👍🏾❤️

[@timothypatenaude2350]

Hey Cory, I'm also from Chicago. My wife and I have two places in Ginatilan. One by the water and one in the mountains. We own both outright. Our monthly averages around $1000 - $1500 per month depending on how much we decide to eat out that month. I'm back in the states right now but maybe we can meet up sometime when we get back there. I would love to talk to you about your solar setup on your house. Love your channel. Keep up the great work!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you appreciate the compliment. Let me know when you’ll be back around. I’m usually in town.

[@rc1415]

I’ve been to ginatilian great place from usa

[@505fastlife6]

If you don’t mind me asking how much did you pay for your place in the mountains?

[@douglassduplassie6271]

She's a keeper. Good sense of humor. Sweet and gorgeous.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Why I put a ring on it!

[@gzu-em8we]

It's honestly alittle surprising and also how similar the cost of living is compared to many places in the states. Appreciate all the information you provided. It couldn't have been easy to put together all of these numbers for your viewers.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, I appreciate the positive comment

[@wickman.r4662]

For Spanish language immersion, I live in SuperHost Airbnb with 6 other roommates. Our 2nd floor has: big refrigerators in a common kitchen, clothes washer, dining area, and a nice balcony with tables & chairs. Rent is $11/day; includes weekly (room cleaning with fresh bedding and towels) , and daily cleaning of common areas. My large private room has a private bathroom. Most roommates (both men and women) are well educated from USA, Canada, Western Europe, and Asia. Some stay only a few days, and others several months or a year. Medellin Temperatures are 60 to 85 all twelve months.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I hear great things about it over therw

[@TheHealth-Tier]

Lived in the PH my whole life and this guy knows what hes talking about.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, I really appreciate that comment. I tried to do my best buy gathering this information from this many sources as I could find.

[@SirLoosilos]

Som others can disturbing the Philippines real life ,can disturb the friendship......blofer wrong proudness 😮😮....

[@KrazyjayDotcom]

00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Planning and Preparation 06:06 - Average Housing Costs 06:36 - Average Electric Costs 06:57 - Average Internet Costs 07:17 - Average Telephone Costs 07:44 - Average Food Costs 08:14 - Average Eating Out Costs 08:41 - Average Transportation Costs 09:08 - Average Entertainment Costs 09:34 - Average Water Costs 10:00 - Average Medical Costs 10:26 - Average Miscellaneous Costs 10:42 - Total Average Monthly Cost of Living 12:45 - Monthly Bills 21:05 - Total Monthly Cost to Live in the Philippines 24:04 - Monthly Costs 25:00 - Outro

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@bigl1249]

Respect dude! I'm filipino but born and lived in the UK I hope to do what your doing one day and live in the Philippines but I have no idea what the cost of living is over there until I watched your video so thank you 🖖 Oh and you guys look good together!!! ❤️

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for watching my friend and let me know if you’re ever local!

[@bigl1249]

@@ItsMe_Philippines will do.

[@swertejoycecariaga5321]

❤

[@patricke.987]

Hello Cory and Rachel! Perfect Video! I mean this is the GOAT of videos up to now. You even included average costs from other budget videos! I am impressed. Everything I heard is exactly my plan too. Me and my wife have a similar lifestyle to you. So for myself I was coming up with numbers of about $750 per month. Thanks for confirming it's definitely feasible!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

You’re definitely as my friend! I wasn’t planning on doing this video until I watched a $500 video and everyone yelled at them. Then someone did a $2500 video and everyone yelled at them. Tought that was very entertaining because just like in any country you have different lifestyles and locations.

[@patricke.987]

@@ItsMe_Philippines Hello Cory! Tribe of men did another video on your Channel. It's 02/09 late afternoon . So 02/10 on Feb 10 for you. It Just came out . Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqm0end8a5uLr5Y. I guess you need to expect more traffic and subs! All good I think!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@patricke.987 thank you, my friend!

[@MichaelBuck]

Thank you Cory and Rachel for honestly presenting a realistic budget plan. ITs very helpful to see and understand a real budget and real spending habits and how that spending actually matches the budget. I am in my early 60's and looking to retire in the Philippines soon useing mostly SS and savings. It looks to me that living in the Provence is the way to go for several reasons. First its less expensive, second I prefer the country, mountains or beach and NOT a city or major town. I also like the idea of useing solar and having my own food, fruits and vegetable garden as well as chickens for meat and eggs sounds. Where do you get your water? Do you use rain water, or get from a stream or river, or have it directly plumbed to the house via a well system? And what about sewage, do you use a septic tank or do you have direct access to a sewer line? Also, are you outside of Dumaguete in the mountains or country? Meaning, you seem to have a realy nice clean and large home, clean property, and are thriving very well. Is the internet well enough for watching videos and uploading your KZbin channel? DO you think you will get a Starlink package and start useing that for internet and web phone access? SOme have told me that the advantage you and they have is by having a Filipina wife or girlfriend, that she is able to find the good deals, good people to do thiongs for you, and that she knows where to stay away from. But, one should never rush into a relationship there as they can use you and suck you dry of all your money. SO its a balance, have to take time to get to know somone and then find the right place like yours. Still, would like to not waste years looking and then never get the right home and lifestyle I dream about. I feel a wife or girlfriend is NOPT absolutely necessary to fulfill that dream, but its very nice to have a companion and not be alone of course. Love your videos and look forward to learning as much as I can over the next year or so before making any final decisions. God Bless you both and keep smile'n! (Yes, that means Rachel can keep laughing and doing funny things, its part of her adorable personality that we all love)

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We have fiber at the house, so for what I’m paying I’m very happy with having unlimited fast Internet. The water, comes from a while that we had dug through a holding tank that we made. We do have town water hooked up for emergency, but rarely use it are drinking water comes from large bottles but they cost me 20 piece or less when I buy them in bulk.

[@alexwendling]

Love your content! 5:06 as a Filipina daughter, I challenge u to catch yourself in moments when you poke fun at her not reading things incorrectly/messing up words etc. it’s all funny stuff at first but it could be something that bothers her in the long run, just food for thought from someone with a mama who came from the Philippines & have gotten into a few arguments w my dad when he takes his joking too far🤣 peace & love u two!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I never corrected her for years and others would make comments regarding her words. So, that being said, she asked me to always correct her so she can improve on it and get better. Her idea, not mine 🙂

[@pheebsdazon3469]

​@@ItsMe_Philippinesyou're doing better than most but I thin k you still do better..😁 ALL Relationships are about accepting the good with the bad witth each other...nobody's perfect..❤

[@michaelangelo6947]

It seems like you have a great plan that's paying off very well. I'm considering living in the country with my Fillipina in a few years after I retire and hope to live a modest and quiet life there.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

If you’re into a modest and quiet life, this is definitely the place for you.

[@tonymars1093]

Great info Cory. Thank you! The information is great and from many sources. This is more like a study than an estimate. It is appreciated as I know that you put quite a bit of effort into it for our benefit. Rachel is beautiful and funny. It is great watching the two of you interact. You are both very luck. I just found your channel. I will be subscribing! Thanks again to both of you.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thanks for the sub and happy that it helped!

[@solo741]

I’ve been here for 2 weeks and after upfront costs of about $300 I’m budgeting about $900 a month. It’s really simple, just watch and observe how Filipinos live and copy that. That $900 includes a p500/$9 a day budget which will be less some days and more on others. I did the very same in Thailand and lived comfortably. I could easily budget for at least double but I find that living in different countries it’s a better experience to live like the locals. Pro tips: you can spend p400 at Starbucks for coffee and a food item or join the locals at 7/11 and spend p150 for the same. You can pay p150 for a short tricycle ride or pay p30 for a LONG jeepney ride and meet some cool people on the way. Food, go to Robinsons and buy a whole chicken and some eggs every other day with some vegetables. Lazada has many things, including food items like nuts and seeds, for cheap. The Philippines is amazing (in large part because of the people) and it’s what you make of it. The staring is going to take a little getting used to though but it’s cool. I’ll be at a crowded place looking at my phone and when I look up sometimes I’ll notice people staring at me. In most places I’m the only foreigner and I like it that way…. So don’t ask my location 😂

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I buy my eggs and chicken from local families for cheaper price and healthier.

[@derek5490]

Where in php are you... 🤔 I got $1000 a month. Here in Thailand I'm very comfortable on that, some months only spend $800 and not missing out on anything. Thing is though I'm getting a bit bored , really fancy php but accommodation holding me back... Can't afford to burn to much cash in hotels etc initially

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@derek5490 negros island by dumaguete city

[@alanaldpal950]

What’s your location 🙃

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@alanaldpal950 negros island above dumaguete city

[@barrondeville1866]

Thanks for the honest break down of cost of living. I live in Canada, my monthly costs including everything plus free health care is $1700 to $2000 CAD or $1300 to $1500 USD. I don't think I could move anywhere that I could save enough to make it worth my while, the deal breaker is free health care.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Happy to help!

[@WaterfallWhispering]

1st time watching, Rachel is def the star of the vid. Pretty hilarious…sounds like a pretty fair budget for life out there. Someone planned well.

[@manuelr1405]

A perfect partner is the key to make it all work :)

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

100% agree

[@josephrelaford6826]

Yeah 100 %

[@kisary4962]

Yes, we are all looking for our perfect partner unless we have already found one. Easier said than done.

[@amylee6038]

This was very well done, and wise to include a wide range of lifestyles. Isn't it wonderful being in love? I can tell. So are we! Fifteen years married. 2 kids. We have a house on Mindanao but mostly live in remote rural Alaska. It's expensive. We're averaging $1,800/month on groceries. But the work is just way too good to retire. He's investing $35k/year. We have no debts and he will have 2 pensions in two years. Growing up my family of 7 lived on 300 pesos a day when my father had work. When he didn't have work I went to bed hungry a lot. Now I have an airplane parked in my front yard, lol. Isn't it crazy the American women are just handing these guys to us by being so hideous? Thank you, American women!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great to hear and thank you for leaving this comment

[@keitkoppel2754]

U spend average 1800 USD a month on groceries ? So are u weighing 600 Lbs , eating that much food ?

[@amylee6038]

@@keitkoppel2754 I weigh 96 lbs today. After we paid off the house my husband has gone wild with the meat. He buys a LOT of ribeye steaks. Monster prawns. Lobster tail, crab. The first 13 years he was really frugal. I have roses on my kitchen counter every day too. That's in the grocery budget because it comes from the grocery store but I guess that isn't food.

[@antonkeule]

@@keitkoppel2754Groceries in Alaska itself are expensive af and they seem to go overboard with it. 😅

[@00_UU]

@@keitkoppel2754 almost everything is much more expensive in Alaska, food included. If you live near Anchorage - you are lucky. If you live in remote areas, you will be overpaying even more.

[@Absynthe23]

Just discovered your channel. I'm a Cebuano and I'm happy that you chose Cebu! God bless you and your wife.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We actually live on Negros right next to Cebu but we visit there often.

[@katlayug6334]

This is great to see the other side of the life. Its great to see you guys happy together ❤❤

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you 🙏

[@MrKvp1]

Raquel dealing with the gecko poop was hilarious! So glad you left it in. Quick note - CR = Comfort Room. Unless someone has lived in or visited the PI, they're probably not going to know what a CR is. Excellent video!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@genresthesource]

Genuinely appreciate how thorough you are about the expenses. And I agree, life is as complicated as you make it.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you and I'm happy to have helped!

[@dddtrump]

I've been looking at living in Cebu , IT Park fully furnished condos (2bedroom) reasonably priced at 400-500usd/month. Should be really easy to stay under 1200usd/month even in IT Park. Just don't be a sucker and go to starbucks everyday and only eat out once a week. I was shocked at how busy these coffee places are in the SM Malls in Cebu. Filipinos spending a fortune on coffees. Maybe just the rich ones are visiting the malls to begin with. It really adds up though.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Completely agree with you you can rent a smaller place there and if you eat it most of the time by getting your food outside of the city and be OK. Shopping inside the grocery stores and and always eating out in that area will be costly. I think it’s funny that coffee prices here are the same as the US!

[@kellytraveler4748]

One needs to remember about medical and dental costs. Storm damage if you own your own home. And then there’s always the wife - girlfriend’s family needing to be bailed out for this or that. This is where I lot of expats get into trouble there are times when you will need to say no know matter how bad it may seem for them.

[@has25252]

Interesting video. I was mentally comparing it with living in Bulgaria and there are some similarities in costs - again, very dependent on what kind of lifestyle you want to live and that, in my experience, is the main driver. Congrats on the homesteading you're doing! Sounds like a great situation!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@Medinavirtualfighting]

Love the break down man. You're a lucky man with a wife like that. She looks like a bundle of pure joy. God bless you guys, great job preparing yourselves to be free from the west.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you!

[@PHVIDave]

I think your spot on for where you live and shop for goods outside of the grocery stores, big savings. Cebu's a bit more and BGC were I live even more. Bottom line, it's easy to spend 3500 to 4500 including rent in BGC. You could trim that 1000 to 1500. My suggestion is if your moving here, do not listen to all vlogers 100% and use it as a base line for information. Travel to various areas of the Philippines and then make your decisions. Keep up what you do, and look me up if your coming to BGC ever!

[@MeltWithU]

I can’t say enough, thank you for this. I’ve been thinking about moving abroad for quite some time and I think you guys made up my mind. Philippines seems like a great place to live and everybody seems so happy. You’re such a lucky man with that beautiful woman. Hope all is well and how can I contact you to talk about this more?

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Anytime my friend and thank you for the positive comment. Shoot me an email [e-mail]

[@AngelMerus]

As a fellow windy city born and raised man this is inspiring I'll be doing this aswell and be like you one day this is very informative and a helpful perspective.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you

[@MK-gr9qz]

Impressive, very serious without being too much. A big thank you guys, for your very serious effort. It doesn't get much better than this🏋🏻‍♀️🤟🏋🏻‍♀️

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for that comment, seriously. Really appreciate the positivity and that’s why I enjoy putting these together. Even with multiple battery changes from the excess giggling lol

[@timmyjones1921]

I loved this video , I followed along with my Casio I went with the highest for my self I came out to 3'040.00 per month for Philippines my rent in California is 3'070.00 per month so yes I could live very well in the Philippines .

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

California is not one of the cheaper places to live lol

[@dvjkwaukesha7616]

I really enjoy your style of presentation Cory, started watching because I was curious on your lifestyle change, really got hooked with all the information you provided on the building of your house I really like your house and your attention to detail and not trying to bs the viewers and provide just the facts Thanks I wish you both all the best (which I think you have because you had a well thought out plan Happy New Year

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I don’t even know how to bs. Just say it how it is my friend. Thank you for the compliments and feedback

[@paglaum22]

41 and you're already retired, that's the way to go. We live in San Diego, CA and hopefully we can retire in like 6 years and your video will really help me persuade my wife to go back there and retire.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Keep planning so you can live your dream!

[@thebigmann81]

If I was to guess, I say retired military

[@davidbwa]

Thank you for the break down. I would be interested to hear (if you know) the differences in COL for various areas of PI. I have relatives in the Cebu area in Lapu Lapu, Mandaue, Toledo.. and have been there / have a general idea but I have no idea how that compares with costs towards the middle or north end of PI. I've been to Olongapo several times (navy) but so many years ago the prices I remember would be out of date

[@1Rippercz]

Great info and well put together tyvm, also glad you got her to talk a bit she is adorable and I hope to get lucky with a similar situation. take care.

[@oriclin]

Your wife looks content and happy. Honestly what I can see from where you are at right now is a very simple way of living.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

We are very happy

[@OneJuanWon]

Great video, the information provided is very helpful. Your opening comment about the 3 factors to consider is very true, especially planning/preparation. There are plenty of examples of monthly cost of living videos out there, but not much in the way of "start up costs" .....what one may spend to get settled in once they have arrived. Just like your cost breakdowns, the figures can be all over the place (renting vs buying for accommodation, transportation, etc.).

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you very much. I really do appreciate the positive comment. Most of the videos I had watched had their total cost and just select few others in their area. Philippines has 7000 Islands so you really need to gather the info from multiple locations.

[@roymeadow2076]

I agree 👍🏿 💯

[@dumaguetedreaming]

I agree, startup costs can be what makes or breaks your PI experience. You may know what you want but not how to get it. Learning something for the first time involves lots of mistakes so make sure you have an adequate allowance for the learning costs. Also it might be wise to realize most things in life are not so green on the other side of the fence as you believed they were.

[@tsimpson007]

I went to the PI in 73 with the Air Force. I was 20 and if I could I would move back at 72. I learned so much in the time I was there and stood me in good with American women. I was married for 44 years. It looks like you have found someone that loves you. Hang on to her.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

I will and thank you!

[@andrewscoular8480]

Hi team. I have been on line dating a really lovely lady in Cebu since the beginning of the year and I'm now coming over to meet her in person finally this November. Thank you for the honest look in to your lives. It has given me other things to consider and I hope make our lives together easier. Marecel is probably going to move to New Zealand but a move back to Cebu is a possibility. If we do move back there to live, we will buy you a drink if we bump in to you. Thanks again. Andrew

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Happy to hear you found a great girl, Andrew!

[@Saiyan_Elite]

100% Agree and this video is great for people coming to the Philippines and want to live here!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you, We made it to help people and show the highs and lows!

[@XGen_23]

Air Force Retiree here. I’m Filipino myself but American Born. I would definitely consider living there. The people are friendly, women are easy and the people are content. Philippines is a hidden gem.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

It’s great country to be in

[@glennbeadshaw727]

Women are easy? You must be out of your mind they're mostly nice Catholic girls with good values

[@georgebronte840]

@@glennbeadshaw727 Relax,That's not what he meant, surely! Easy going, light-hearted, good natured with a positive attitude and totally wholesome people.

[@XGen_23]

@@glennbeadshaw727 I meant they’re easy to get with as long you have money. You can be an old ugly man but if you have money, that’s all it takes. It’s no different with businesses. They’ll cater to customers if they have money.

[@XGen_23]

@@glennbeadshaw727 For lack of better word, they’re simply gold diggers and I have personally proved it every time. It is what it is.

[@lmcc0072]

I’ve watched many of your videos as I find them very informative. We have land in a gated community in CDO Mindanao. We’re planning to build our house in the next few years. Unfortunately we’re still 5-10 years away from retirement. As we get closer to building I’ll have to rewatch your house building and solar videos. Your monthly estimates seem to be spot on. When I move there I have to remember to live more like a Filipino and less like an American 😂. My girlfriend has been living in the United States for over 30 years (originally from Pagadian City)so I think that she’s going to have a more difficult time adjusting to living there than I will 😂. Keep up the great videos!

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Washer, dryer, dishwasher, automated vacuum! She’ll be ok! Lol If she has to go back to washing cloths by hand…. Might have some issues at home lol

[@lmcc0072]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I do the laundry (washing and drying), she does the folding. We’re going to have a washer/dryer as I don’t plan to wash anything by hand. She’s going to have trouble with the slower pace of life. In California we move at a fairly quick pace. In the Filipino provinces life, as you know, moves at a slow pace. She’s also going to have trouble with the heat and Filipino Time (people always late) as she’s very punctual. I love warm weather and just wear shorts and a t-shirt everywhere I go.

[@marciestoddard730]

@ItsMe_Philippines is there a reason you refer to the woman always washing and cleaning? Why don't you help do that if I may ask??? Hmmm

[@robertozamora8901]

Accidentally came across this video and I'm glad i stayed, very informative. I always get tunnel vision and forget there's more places to live than the us.. my rent alone is 3k here in Hawaii, really makes me think..

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Short flight for you so come on over for a visit

[@kmr7041]

Awesome first hand information guys. Phillipines is looking more and more like a good option for my retirement. I currently live in NC and also own property just outside of San Felipe Mexico where many Phillipinos are also investing due to the relative short distance from CA. Be safe and look forward to future vids. 👍👍

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you I really appreciate the positive comment! Definitely come take a visit and let me know your thoughts are if you have any questions reach out to me.

[@ailynjaydeedani4315]

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[@kmr7041]

@@ailynjaydeedani4315 Hi there! 👋

[@ailynjaydeedani4315]

Happy new year

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@ailynjaydeedani4315 Happy new year!

[@Michael-jq6kp]

Thanks both of you. You have inspired me and I have started a 2 year plan to relocate to Southeast Asia. I'm divorced 60 recently retired and had no plan for what's next. I plan to live in Thailand or The Philippines. I don't want to be a SEXPAT, something about that disturbs me, I'm not even sure I can put it in words. Too many years working in a cube has taken it's toll on me so optimizing my health is my most important step.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Keep a close eye on your health!

[@notsure1135]

You’re not a simp who is driven by tingles and the expulsion of fluids, desperately clinging to the vestiges of youth.

[@marciestoddard730]

Yeah but that's most western.men who move to SEA from what I observed living there. Bunch of Peter pans!!!

[@PINOYSPIDERMAN763]

I would like to meet you both personally when I get a chance to visit the Philippines. I immigrated to the US in the year 1990 and I think Cory is someone I need to be one of his buddies and friends because he’s genuinely a good person and I wish you both the happiness all years to come. Thank you for sharing. You both deserve to be appreciated and respected ❤

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Thank you for the great comment my friend and let me know when you will be local!

[@PINOYSPIDERMAN763]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I’m looking at September 25 this year for 3 weeks vacation unless I get a new job offer weeks from now….keeping my fingers crossed for now! 🤜🤛

[@PINOYSPIDERMAN763]

@@ItsMe_Philippines ❤️

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@PINOYSPIDERMAN763 What island(s) are you going too?

[@PINOYSPIDERMAN763]

@@ItsMe_Philippines I’m looking at the commercial city of Makati for the first week to catch a good sleep, rest and meet some friends who work near the airport. Then the plan after is to stay about 3 days in Baguio City or Tagaytay then the rest is to meet my siblings and relatives to eat out and finally back in Makati hotel (45 minutes close to the airport)to catch my sleep, shop some souvenirs and stroll a bit in the vicinity.

[@michaelzink1346]

Great information…. Thank you for sharing your experience

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Happy to help!

[@jameshendel4169]

This is what stable, normal personalities and a good married relationship looks like, instead of the craziness you see in America with personalities and parasitical marriages.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment, thank you

[@SwisstedChef2018]

it can get major hairy in the Philippines too if you get the wrong girl

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

@@SwisstedChef2018 Isn't that the case in any country?

[@williamspencer6490]

I lived in the Philippines 10 years on 730.00$ a month. Saying that, no aircon, eating Local philippine food, no cable tv, non tv, i had a garden. Also I lived very high in the mountains where no other foreigners have ever lived since ww2.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Good info, thank you for leaving the comment

[@PInk77W1]

How high elevation? Thx

[@deeplorable8988]

Why so much?

[@j09j08]

New subscriber here. It's so nice to see a couple living their life happily. Rachel take good care of your husband and give him the unwavering love of a PINAY 🥰

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Pinay wives are the best wives!

[@crosswindcoyotes7731]

Thank you for the guideline. I'm looking forward to living in the Philippines in the future. This helps.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Glad it was helpful!

[@omegoa]

Hey Cory, nice breakdown and comparison. If I could offer a suggestion, when you're giving averages, you can also include the median which will give you a more balanced idea of what people's costs have been. Then you don't have to add caveats about what all kinds of people are saying outside that average - that way people can see the spread (might need to show it graphically, but it makes sense). Just a thought.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That makes sense. Thank you for the comment. I appreciate it.

[@Ricobaca]

Yeah who ever Cory is, he should steal It's me's video and remake it to suit you. 👍

[@nitrochaney1026]

I would love to move to the Philippines. The cost of living, the constant warm weather, and beautiful, loyal women. I’m also from Illinois but I lived downstate. Do you have a video on the best way to meet Filipinas? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also can someone do coding with a U.S. company there?? That’s the route I’d be taking. Thx in advance

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Yes you can and I would suggest looking online to get to know someone. Visiting first would probably be best so that you understand the country/culture.

[@weyjosh5213]

i suggest you look into companies based within Makati, Taguig, and BGC. very business centered places

[@Imarriedaforeigner]

We budget $500 Australian a month 2 of us . We live in City and we always go out to look around .. we eat normal foods, hubby have a beer sometimes ..and we own our home no mortgage as we built before hand but finished just now .. good luck everyone who wants to live in Philippines...we are happy here , so no harm in doing a move just do your best and live as you can afford ..still travel and have fun 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🥰🥰

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

Great comment thank you

[@ariefraiser140]

The owning you own home is huge. But even if you paid rent that's still fairly low for two considering the Australian dollar gets a little less than the US dollar. With rent you would spend $800 to $1300 per month...

[@jackedbyjade]

Great video. My Filipino lady has been in Canada for 11 years and we have been together for 3 years. We are thinking about mobing there soon. This is good info.

[@ItsMe_Philippines]

That’s great to hear and thank you for watching