FINALLY Buying Land in PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 British Family's Dream

[@kanointhephilippines8082]

Many people's plan's change after that first trip here in the Philippines. This country and the people just touch you in a way that other places can't. Retired here 7 years ago and never looked back, I'm so blessed to live this life. Take care always my friend's and God bless.

[@boyjavier1029]

foreigners can't buy land in the philippines

[@jayneh2006]

They said foreigners cant but property there. So, whats the best thing to do if ever we want to buy a small land there?

[@kanointhephilippines8082]

@@jayneh2006 First never invest more than you can afford to loose. One way most people use is to find 1 or 2 trusted local people, their name will be on the deed of sale. You lease the property for 25 years with an addendum in the lease giving you 25 more. In addition you have the Attorney draw up a special power of attorney giving you rights to change the property or sell it. A LLC is another option.

[@nart204]

Yes sure

[@dlauron2650]

Well done guys. Story will potentially have her own patch of land when she is older. She can have both sides of the world, UK and Asia. She’s well and truly an island girl. She would be a great asset to Siargao if she choose to be a marine biologist/environmentalist or anything to do with safeguarding nature. She has some natural leadership quality, creativity and a loveable character.👍

[@AngryKittens]

Kinda mind-blowing to look back on. The initial video on Siargao when everything was normal and I thought I was just watching a vlog of a few days before y'all moved on to another country. Then the pandemic hit, the lockdowns, the complete standstill of air travel, the confusion and the panic as thousands got trapped. Then the slowing of life's pace. The sunsets on Makulay resort and that rusting jeep they had, and the cute doggos. Then Eden arriving. Her twilight days and her passing. Then Poppy popped out of nowhere. Then the typhoon and the utter destruction it wreaked on the island. The long-awaited return to family in the UK. Then the road trip. And now this. I've literally watched Story grow up, learn to swim, learn to read.

[@chattcedric6321]

Everybody is cheering for your Plans, its really good. Since you already knew the Restrictions of the Philippine Law in not allowing Foreigners to own Lands, the best options for you to do is LEASEHOLD for 25 Years and renewable for another 25 Years. I guess that's enough for you to stay longer in Siargao and fullfill your Plans. BTW, whenever you're walking along Grassy or Jungle like places pls be aware of Snakes, better always bring a Stick or Pole, just in case.

[@MrBhong2000]

Don’t u know Sasha’s step mom is a filipina. They’ll use her and part owner sila. No need for lease

[@johanntoribio5276]

Yes, also with new senate deliberation foreigner to own land and already a law that foreigner can do business 100% own, no more 60/40% as usually followed...

[@chattcedric6321]

@@MrBhong2000 Step Mom, if married to her Dad then the Title of the Land is in her Name not theirs. They can only be Part Owner if it's a with 60/40 Shares.

[@workingnanay3086]

Inggit lang kayo. Paghunong mo oy! Leave them alone

[@ronnieverano3501]

@@johanntoribio5276 there specific business undertakings enumerated under the proposed law!

[@yamabelle]

Story reminds me so much of her grandmother with how much she loves plants and foraging! So adorable

[@simone222]

Story can either be marine biologist or a botanist. She's a highly inquisitive and smart kid. Wishing you all the best in your endeavours in Siargao!

[@leticiachiok8057]

Yeah, Story can either be a marine biologist or a botanist. She has a natural flair for the environment.

[@Shattered65]

Story will have to go to a real school for that. Home schooling will not get her into a college to qualify for a career like that. Especially in the Philippines she will not get into college without finishing high school formally.

[@tihn246]

Story will be a doctor. You can refer to her as Dr. Story.

[@JABM-AU]

@@Shattered65 That is very true... But,. these days all Story has to do is enrol to a high school that accepts long distance students to do her final year of high school to get the needed grades/marks for University requirements. They do it in Australia.

[@bellbellaa7947]

Can be a British Ambassador to the Phil.

[@mariloumamenta5563]

I am glad that you have decided to make the Philippines your anchor in Asia. I guess Sasha's father living in the Philippines can also be one of the deciding factor. When looking for a property to buy make sure that its not the windy part because in times of typhoon that's going to be the path of the storm.

[@mountainforest]

I’m so excited to your new journey. Thank you for choosing the Philis to be one of your homes. The Filipino people love your family that’s why you channel got bigger. Goodluck!

[@trentdiaz8197]

20 years from now, Story will be so happy their family has a home in Siargao she can go to anytime she needs vacation from Europe.

[@babypanda0201]

I'd be so excited to see a compilation of Story's record of the flora and fauna of Siargao Island. She's a little biologist in the making. I hope J and Sasha can help her nurture that interest.

[@8milesfromhome]

We also respond to her interests ☺️

[@edgard.alcantara8311]

I'm so glad that you choose the Philippines to buy a land in Siargao Island. I know your father Sacha is the deciding factor why you choose to buy a land in the Philippines because he lives here a long time ago. I'm eagerly excited to watch the construction of your new house in Siargao. God bless Jay, Sacha, Story and your cutest dog Puppy... Take care...

[@edanthonysomera1491]

Congratulations to you our adopted family !!!..... Good luck and may you find your permanent piece of land where you can enjoy peace and where you can live your lives outside the UK to enjoy nature. Go for it !!!

[@raybanares1843]

Wow, I feel the excitement in all of you having your own land in tropical island, that's a positive move for 2023👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@jedtorres8825]

I go for “you don’t really own any in this world “ True… I am from the Philippines, I have properties. But, the government is taxing me annually, that I feel I’m “renting” if from the government. Congratulations to this family. Really does not matter who is legally on papers for this land. The important thing is Sasha trusted her father who is married to a Filipina. This property was not acquired through a corporation type that Sasha’s family if part owner. This is acquired through his father being married to a Filipina and the TRUST. Hopefully, the Filipina wife does not have her own kids from previous relationships.

[@spearhead8453]

is there a country where land is not taxxed annually?

[@builtnotboughtmadeinphilip3955]

Tax in Philippines on that land there is probably $100 - $200 annually Nothing to mention. And if its not paid the Gov does not take it. Its paid with penalty when sold

[@nart204]

Ipa raffy tulfo lang pag may problem. mag gawa ng dukumento with attorneys affidavit o power of attorney and witnesses na katibayan na sila ang owner at sa name lang ng filipina mother inlaw nila naka pangalan dahil sila ay foreign puwede siguro at bigyan lang nila ng bayad kung tangapin ng mother inlaw nila na sa kanya ang name ng tittle, hehehe... dahil matanda narin mother inlaw nila at magka problema sila incase may mangyari na diinaasahan dahil si God ang owner sa life at may mag claim na part sa mother inlaw nila E problema na naman diba. 😅😅😅 easy. 👍👍

[@virginiagallego4805]

I think the step mothers family is not greedy ,they know that there relative don’t own it .if for me I’m not interested if it’s not mine .hope one day you don’t have a problem ,true jay we don’t own any thing in this world .where here as a visitor ,,and where going and we don’t bring nothing .that’s our life ..

[@Top5_Pilipinas]

I believe J and Sach. They are smart and never acts without knowing the costs. From the statement, they surely formed a corporation, with them as one of the share holders. A local corporation here can legally buy land as long as 60% of the equity is owned by Filipino citizens. Congratulations and we are exciteeeeed for the house build by 8Miles × Qubo 💕💕💕

[@ziggarillo]

They're not so smart about Philippines laws they thought it was legal to drive a motorbike with two passengers with only the driver wearing a helmet.

[@cristyferd]

Jay and Sasha you are both intelligent persons, pretty sure you will get the best of what goal you want to achieve, goodluck and thank you for choosing our country Philippines☺️

[@leslieonabudget]

That is a big step forward! Congrats guys! also that land has many wild ferns and other plants, so pretty 😍😍 Wishing you the best in this new journey . Also, naming the land after Poppy will be hilarious. I am same with Sacha mosquitoes and other insect are attracted to me. 🙄

[@YUSHUATV]

First of all I would like to congratulate you for planning on buying a land in which you don't have to pay for the rent every month or year, and since you have a have a filipina mom which can be a guarantor or a partner on buying properties, it is good and and I' am happy for all of you specially to Story to have your won property and build your own house with 3 bedrooms and plant some tress that can help the land on preventing any damages like lots of Mango's and big tress or a strong tree on the area that which the string wind coming from to be able to atleast penetrate the strong winds and one of yhe strongest trees is mango's...and try I can't wait to see that in the future, Mango's adult would only be in 10 years and find a strong tress to put beside the Mango's too... GOD BLESS AT MABUHAY.

[@reignheart2908]

The location looks nice and I’m happy for story since she love to swim and she love being in the beach so much. I hope your future house can withstand any weather disaster especially typhoon. You have a lot of space to do gardening.

[@angelabueno120]

Congratulations 8MFH 👨‍👩‍👧🐶

[@titodongplaylist2076]

Congrats to you dude and we are excited for your house to construct...Good luck & God bless!

[@zhufladongfhanget9633]

the plant that story thought was a papaya tree is a actually an edible plant its commonly called niyog niyogan or lubi lubi in visayan dialect its baby leaves or the one thats close is usually cooked in coconut milk...happy to know you finally purchase and own a land in siargao island looking forward for your house building.

[@teonilavorburger7736]

Congratulations, 8MFH family! When you‘re happy, I‘m happy…❤

[@lorieshaw5632]

Congratulations to any plans you guys may have in regards of buying land or property for that matter ❤I’m glad you lovely family considered Philippines (SIARGAO) in particular now your HOME!!👏❤️

[@elisapineda4783]

Happy to hear that guys! God bless your stay here in our country...and, now it's already your country too!😇😇😇🥰🥰🥰

[@melaniericket9333]

Congrats 8mfh! Im so happy for you all. I can't wait to see your future native eco friendly house

[@evangelineschneider7353]

Beautiful land with so much potential to develop into a beautiful tourist spot! Congratulations to your family!!!

[@errolrobertson4318]

Well done guys, you don’t know me , however, I wish you all the best for the future. You are both amazing people and as for little Story , you have done such a good job raising her. Bless you all and stay safe. Thank you for sharing these wonderful times with us 👍👍👍👍

[@jbarellano3870]

I'm HAPPY for you guys for choosing the PHILIPPINES as your HOME. GOD will guide you in everything you do & plans for the future. 💖🙏🙏🙏

[@marilynkp]

Congradulations to you three! So happy for you. Really looking forward to the next steps you will be taking to make it a home! I can see Story is really excited and so is Poppy! The bamboo modual houses you looked at are gorgeous and it will make a warm and inviting environment for the family and any other family members who come to visit. I am sure Story and Paw Paw will enjoy growing a garden together when she comes for another visit. Blessings & joy to you!

[@eliolovesgaymovies1117]

Shantay they will stay lols

[@MaeFilipinavlog]

And wondering how the home they build looks like I know they have beautiful ideas can't wait

[@gilbertbeltran3537]

You can establish a resort wirth hotel there since Siargao is famous as tourist destination both local and even in the whole world. You can also have vegetable garden there since you love vegetables.Happy to know that you buy a land in Siargao.Its indeed GOD lead your family there in Siargao.Congratulations and GOD bless.

[@chefpoy9754]

It was an amazing journey through pandemic time, and now see story growing up together with the local people on the island

[@heathersantiago9845]

How exciting for your family! It’s going to be a wonderful adventure

[@gericornista8133]

WOW! That place has so many papayas!! Love it!

[@user-hu6mn6no6h]

Congratulations!!!

[@meowmeow6797]

I'm so happy to hear that you're allowed to have a piece a land in the Philippines. You can make a garden and plant different varieties of seeding. Good luck and God bless ..

[@benitanuit8325]

Wow Congratulations! I trust your judgment and I know you have performed due diligence in your decision and I can't wait to see you guys start building a new home of your own.

[@alonahinautan9290]

Wow!!!! So happy for you Jay,Sacha and Story..finally got your own home soon ❤️

[@bingreyesful1]

Happy, happy to hear that you are owning a land here. I hope to come to Siargao one of these days and give Story a big bear hug....GOD BLESS Jay, Scha and Story. Love you guys....Lovely you...🙏❤🌹

[@1lolofred]

We are so happy for you guys.Island paradise where you will not lose any money invested, build your own home, and probably build a business where you can expand as a AirBnB. Good luck guys.

[@angelacosta36]

Congratulations 8milers and thank you for falling inlove with our country.....stay safe always.

[@diniasantos9117]

Actually, I have been toying in my mind to put in my comment since time immemorial to somehow suggest to you to purchase a piece of land in Siargao which you can proudly call your own. Let me say...Congratulations to the 8 milers!!! This is life changing and I believe you will not regret it. Isn’t it so exciting? You can now have your own house and your own garden of flowering plants and fruit-bearing trees and vegetables. How wonderful is that to look forward to.

[@jessiesantiago7994]

Big congratulation to you 8 miles from home. An exciting chapter in Europe life is about to unfold

[@RiskTaker32]

Congratulations it looks like an amazing place!

[@lalenmarie4168]

Wow.. Congrats guys... Finally you found a place that you can call it HOME SWEET HOME.

[@lemnikim7388]

Wow! So happy for the family! Dreams do come true. Congratulations 8MFH family! Excited to watch the process in building your home. 👍🏼❤️👏🍾🎉

[@ericgmilan]

You guys are really awsome! Thank you for choosing Siargao to build your dream house and choosing to live in the Philippines. Goodluck as always and I'm looking forward to see your dreams come true in Siargao.

[@gee7436]

Congratulations! What an exciting time for you! Can’t wait to see you start building your own house in beautiful Siargao.

[@mr_pogi8812]

I really love your family. God bless your family and thank you for always keep inspiring us. Take care love love love. finally home in the Philippines.

[@noelc.santos7989]

Congratulations. So happy for you guys. I hope the next/coming processes will all be smooth sailing. All the best and thank you for making us part of the journey.

[@micho474]

Congratulations!! Can’t wait to see your new Filipino home!!

[@EnglishBulldogMom]

Absolutely beautiful…I’m so happy for you all… decision are hard but it’s wonderful to see how much you all love the island…I can’t wait to see your house build journey…❤️😎🥰

[@zenaidahunt1848]

What an exciting news from you guys ! I am happy for you all!

[@vremerman]

Build a small Nipa Hut on four concrete posts to get the floor off the ground. Wire it with a few outlet s, for a fan, tv, etc. Small bathroom with a concrete block wall and tile floor. Live in this Nipa Hut while you improve the land, and build a larger house.

[@nesabellazafico6124]

It's a kind of fern, wow! I'm so happy that finally you decided to have a land here, hope that it is a safe place, well done Jay and Sasha so excited what could happen next... Love you guys

[@dlrsa2]

Congratulations! Good luck to you guys! Love from the UK

[@MrBukrat]

Congratulations 8MFH!!! 😊

[@anelitabarrientos9500]

Congratulations. Excited for you. Follow your heart.

[@jhulzshomesteading2438]

I don’t know, but I’m happy for you three!!! Wishing you all the best. Certainly won’t be easy, but worth it, I believe.

[@MrJundc1006]

Wow congratulations to your family Jay , Sha, & Story !

[@jeromec7914]

Lola luz is pure filipina they can go around with it 😅 Im so excited to see the home!! Maybe a beach resort?

[@paulregencia8732]

I like what you said J. ..."finding home"... We really need to look for that comfortable place to stay when we simply would like to slow things up. Take care everyone. God bless.

[@poldovillareal8047]

yes, yes, yes. we are really happy that you finally will be "filipino". mabuhay to the most lovable family on you tube. i never miss watching any of your vlog. mabuhay

[@rl8571]

Congratulations! It's not just land in the Philippines you are owning.. it's land in Siargao! Omg. A dream location you have made home. Thanks for sharing!

[@eddybledoeg]

Exciting news guys! Happy for you. Never been to Siargao but it looks good to have a simple and happy life. Here in Thailand I've also made the decision to buy/lease land as a foreigner. No regrets.

[@unoblock3296]

Glad to hear that you will be having your own land. Siargao Island is a great idea. I cant wait to see how it will be in the coming years.

[@Rogerla62]

Congratulations on putting down more permanent roots in the Philippines!

[@markjoseph196]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant! Now can’t wait for the house building Vlog 😊😊😊

[@darlingdenez116]

Siargao is one of the best islands to lived ❤️

[@조명수-f2l]

THEY GREEN ENVIRONMENT THE FERN LEAVES WOW

[@LadyRocker]

Building tips: full concrete, if no typhoon shutters use 58" plywood, also raise above floodline..

[@redo4510]

Good for your family wish you all luck you did the right thing.

[@katdragon6025]

I luv land buying and planning-exciting!

[@dindoise]

Congratulations, beautiful family! I'm excited for you! I recently purchased property in the province and will start building in March. I'm looking forward to watching your construction progress alongside mine. I know it will be overwhelming at times and will require patience, but it's all about the journey innit?! Hope to visit your future vegan cafe in Siargao one day! 😀

[@pacitacavada1765]

Yeah!,another bold decision of owning a home in the Philippines is on the way. Nice of you to enjoy our country. Yes it's more fun in the Philippines. We are excited to see your dream house. Welcome home to the Philippines ,Sasha, Jhay and Story!

[@ZeCabreira]

Be careful if you are near or under a coconut tree because there's always a possibility that a loose coconut may fall, especially if it's windy at 1:46. BTW, does the land you are buying come with a beach, or is it somewhere inland? Take care. God bless you!

[@rosebelara5941]

Congratulations! Would love to go to Siargao because of your vlogs and hopefully to see your family. You are an inspiration to a lot of people.❤

[@vmrtnz1]

Congratulations!! Very happy for all of you!! Looking forward to watching you build your new home on KZbin!

[@lynnewolters8411]

Congratulations! So happy for you.

[@kailine3008]

i was one of the subscribers who had been questioning if it's still a smart decision to have land in Siargao after all the typhoon, the flooding, and the difficulty in land/sea travel but after watching the Q&A video, i now had an inkling that Siargao is home, plain and simple. so, a congratulations is in order! you now have a permanent piece of land on one of the most beautiful islands in the Philippines! 😍 this is going to be such an exciting journey!

[@builtnotboughtmadeinphilip3955]

Choose land that doesnt flood ir slide. Build the house out of concrete

[@ChloieEke]

Finally, one of your dreams is already happening. Cheers on you guys, I am so happy and it's good to know that you really love Siargao, especially Story. I can see from her how much she love the island. She's born to be a tropical island girl, just like Moana. 😊🌴 God bless this beautiful family. 👍❤🇵🇭

[@lilyvideobarber9873]

Congrats! Eight Miles family. I'm glad you did it. I knew you have a kind heart. You are deserve it.

[@marilousumo226]

Happy for you and excited too for this new update

[@glshorts3189]

Happy for you and congratulations, i can see the joy in your heart specially Story❤️

[@susancan2939]

You have to at least have one area in your house that is made of concrete with very good foundation because in case of big storm that small area will be able to withstand 300 miles per hour wind. It will be your bunker place in your house just like they do in Batanes island.

[@ismaelkho]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

[@amerpinay6082]

That’s a great news! Looking forward to see your new own home….in the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@reenolem7872]

Congratulations! its exciting to see your future home.

[@Frauenhaus]

The best of luck and wishes dear British Family in Siargao.

[@ricoramses3459]

Congratulations!

[@nannettearcena6592]

Congratulations Jay and Sacha, that is a great idea!

[@susanmaglaque2324]

Lots of fern plants there .. beautiful fertile tropical land....

[@rapizjosephine6463]

Wow congratulations

[@micho474]

Story is so observant!!

[@vamospronto]

Happy for you the 8 miles from home family!

[@hiyasminauguis8217]

Hello Jay Sacha and Story and puppy 😍, wish you can get your own place in Siargao, but you have to know the right thing to do ,when you get a land in your Siargao, good luck to your plans, God bless and thank you for sharing your life vlog to us.

[@NurseyPooh59]

I love all the ferns, papaya trees and coconut trees! Just be careful under the coconut trees! ❤

[@rexmascarina2169]

Happy! Happ! Joy!joy. Mabuhay!

[@cynthia1745]

Congratulations🎉🎉🎉....I'm glad uve decided to have your own place and land here ❤️

[@nomadlife7356]

Amazing! great news…congratulations! we just also purchased one in Samal island, a good step to finally find the land.