is $1500 enough for a foreigner to live in the philippines?

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MiraK. ASK A Filipina - Pinay in Japan

MiraK. ASK A Filipina - Pinay in Japan

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@Yates__
@Yates__ 8 жыл бұрын
4:23 Friedrich Nietzsche said 'what doesnt kill you makes you stronger' long before Kelly Clarkson.
@ItsMe_Philippines
@ItsMe_Philippines 8 жыл бұрын
USD to PHP that's 74,000. But, It's not as simple as "is $1500 a month enough to live on?" Just like in the US you're going to have cities which are going to cost five times more than living outside the city. And then of course you have the next major thing, and that's based on what kind of lifestyle you want to live. A lot of people make $500 a week in America and that's the lifestyle they are used to. Others make $2500 a week and still want more. But on average is $1500 enough for the Philippines? Absolutely in fact it's way more than anyone would need at least the typical person. I paid cash for my land over there, and then I spent three years building the house that I wanted. So I have budgeted for $500 a month. But seeing as how my home is paid for $500 a month is way more than I need. The fact is the average Filipina or Filipino makes 100 to 200 peso a day. That being said and our money that's 2 to 4 dollars. Now of course most people reading this channel would not be comfortable living like a Filipino because as Americans we typically desire more. But my $500 a month that I budget I never even come close to spending it all.
@rizaljose8531
@rizaljose8531 6 жыл бұрын
I agree with you CF
@mickymouze1224
@mickymouze1224 6 жыл бұрын
C F, assuming you're a foreigner, how did you manage to own land?
@marveliciousgoku4343
@marveliciousgoku4343 5 жыл бұрын
Wow $500 a month? where is ur land? What do you eat a day?
@KanoDailyThePhilippinesandMore
@KanoDailyThePhilippinesandMore 9 жыл бұрын
In Puerto Princesa, I rented a one-bedroom apartment that was 10,000 pesos a month. My fiancée is in a nice unfurnished apartment in a small town in Mindanao that is 3500 a month. It all depends on what you're expecting. If you want to live in a large city apartment with a fitness room and swimming pool next to a shopping mall and restaurants, be prepared to pay. If you are willing to live more like a local, it can be very cheap indeed.
@Themanfromohio
@Themanfromohio 6 жыл бұрын
Fast forward to 7:30. That's where she starts talking about the actual topic.
@radicalveg00
@radicalveg00 8 жыл бұрын
You are a delightful mixture of intelligence, independence, and kindheartedness. I do have advice I would like to give but somehow I have the feeling no one wants to hear it, so I'll keep my mouth shut :)
@michaelchristopher5830
@michaelchristopher5830 8 жыл бұрын
it's good you know yourself because you won't waste anyone's time. thanks for your honesty respect
@howarddorseygriffith8016
@howarddorseygriffith8016 8 жыл бұрын
Live your life to the fullest... You've escaped through education. Many people cannot do that nor do they get an opportunity to do so.
@LydiaWolfensperger
@LydiaWolfensperger 9 жыл бұрын
It is our experience that everything is more expensive in the Philippines as compared to the States. In the States gasoline ATM is $2.30 USD / gallon (about 4 liters); but in the Phil it runs in the neighborhood of 80 PHP / liter or about $7.00 USD / gallon. When we got married in 2006 food in a grocery store was far more expensive than in the US. Manufactured goods are also more expensive due to shipping and 3rd party profits. Land/building lots are small and valued by the meter somewhere around 4000 PHP / meter . With 1 acre being about 4047 meters squared, that would be 16,188,000 PHP to the acre or about $344,425.00 / acre (quite ridiculous). I don't know how rents can be so low? On this last one regarding land prices, Mira, how can that be?
@GoyoGoyong
@GoyoGoyong 9 жыл бұрын
Ned & Michell at My Philippine Dreams are living comfortably on less than $1,200. He has detailed budget info on both his KZbin channel & their own website. They live in Dumaguete in a 2 bedroom house which costs them only P10,000. Also agiftedcurse living in Bicutan on less than $700. He also has budget breakdowns on his youtube channel.
@blackmantis35
@blackmantis35 9 жыл бұрын
+Goyo Goyong you can live there for alot less than that. Decent apartment for 120 a month ...everything else is very cheap especially if you have a motor bike paid for.
@michaelheron3260
@michaelheron3260 8 жыл бұрын
this sounds more like it, I will check this site out
@warrensmith8161
@warrensmith8161 8 жыл бұрын
The phrase "one day millionaire" is frequently used to describe what happens when a Filipino receives a large lump sum of cash.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
yes. and spends it like there is not tomorrow, like 13th month pay i suppose?
@georgecampbell5275
@georgecampbell5275 8 жыл бұрын
Also it good to save money to buy what you want to buy because if you use credit it one and a half times of cost for interest.
@Patriot93933
@Patriot93933 8 жыл бұрын
OMG you are so cute.....Thank you for helping us understand Filipinas....
@ThePhilippineExperienceForLife
@ThePhilippineExperienceForLife 9 жыл бұрын
Very good video. Enjoy your freedom being single, just enjoy life. Me, I love being single and enjoy life ... good luck!!!
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+The Philippine Experience Thank you!!!!!! live is short for stress!!!
@canman5060
@canman5060 9 жыл бұрын
$1500 In US dollars , not Canadian.If you live a humble life in the Philippines, you can live comfortably with $1000 USD per month.
@minniedecat5852
@minniedecat5852 9 жыл бұрын
+Lar M, Definitely !
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+Lar M I live comfortably on $600 a month. I have a nice modern apt for 4000 pesos a month. We go do things eat good. I bank the rest of my pension. Me and my Asawa go to Brunei and Malaysia. We plan to go to Singapore next. Life is good here. except for the neighbors loud music and the smoke from the burning of the rubbish. LOL!
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Jule Westcott we believe that the smoke can kill mosquitos,at my garandma's place we burn the leaves from the trees. But I know it's really awful especially if you have clothes hanging..and even curtains
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. It causes respiratory problems. There is a reason in the US it is not allowed. I hate the smoke, it really bothers me. especially when everybody burns their rubbish all at the same time. And the filipinos are Bastos with the loud music. It is rude and disrespectful to their neighbors.
@granknight
@granknight 8 жыл бұрын
+Jule Westcott try moving to a subdivision it might be a bit expensive but you wont have any problems with smoke or noises plus they mostly provide free amenities to the home owners like security a pool or a a miniature plaza and in some other subdivisions they even have a pool.
@tsfcancerman
@tsfcancerman 9 жыл бұрын
foreigners dont got more money usaly than any other ppl in other countries, cause even if they have 2.000-10.000 dollar in norway the cost of living there is so high that its almost the same as any other countr if you compare what things you get for your sallary. lets say you find a place in norway its usaly over 1000 dollars in rent even in the country side, and all things you buy cost alot more then most other countries. and when they are on vacation they still have to pay on everything back home. so if anyone asked me to pay or give money to the family just because you date a daughter/mother i would look at it as prostitution. and i would never pay for that.
@Rmathis80
@Rmathis80 6 жыл бұрын
*Kelly Clarkson was only repeating that quote. "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger" was a quote created before she existed.*
@chrisbeyene6160
@chrisbeyene6160 9 жыл бұрын
Pretty good video considering English is not your first language. Thank you very much for sharing your time and knowledge. Keep growing your accomplishments in life.
@randycrowe2698
@randycrowe2698 5 жыл бұрын
English could very well be her third language, first being Tagalog then the local dialect.
@joehart7260
@joehart7260 9 жыл бұрын
Glad you are doing your own thing Mira. Relationships can be nothing but hassle sometimes and can get in the way of other important moves in your life.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Joe Hart Thank you.
@r.marcosroel3604
@r.marcosroel3604 8 жыл бұрын
You are honest, and I am gaining a massive amount of info. I"m headed to Manila in 6 months. Thanks for posting your experiences.
@medz1111
@medz1111 9 жыл бұрын
...if you have an income of $1,500/month in the Philippines...at the current exchange rate of $1.00 equals 47.00 Pesos that would be more than adequate to live comportable... the average net income of a household in the Philippines is 7,000Pesos net/month...$1,500 at the current exchange rate is 70,500 Pesos/month...it's just like you're income is 10 times the average household income/month...if you live in the Province $1,500 goes a long way...BUT it all depends on your life style...
@philipagtuca5486
@philipagtuca5486 7 жыл бұрын
$1,500 will afford you to live like a king, are you kiddin' me? Granted of course, you already have a place to live and some sort of transport (bike, car) you're comfortable with, that you don't pay for. In fact, most of your budget would probably just go to your entertainment expenses (wink, wink). Without entertainment, you could live on $400/mo.
@derekpotts7820
@derekpotts7820 7 жыл бұрын
Theres nothing wrong with being on your own and single. Stay that way.
@kentj1
@kentj1 9 жыл бұрын
Good Mira, it sounds like you enjoy your freedom. That's a good thing to be single sometimes. Go, go, go, Mira!
@daviddarden1915
@daviddarden1915 6 жыл бұрын
You are awesome, great topics. You are real when it comes to knowledge, respect that.
@greatheart52
@greatheart52 9 жыл бұрын
For autumn, its jeans and sweaters. After a cold winter, 60F seems much warmer than 60F in fall after a hot summer.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+greatheart52 Thank you so much.
@pinoyparin4414
@pinoyparin4414 7 жыл бұрын
greatheart52 We only have 2 seasons in the Philippines: Summer and rainy seasons.
@jeanlamb5510
@jeanlamb5510 7 жыл бұрын
$1500 a month is about right. That's about how much i could afford as a military retiree. I live in the US but thinking about staying for a few months in my country of birth. I am a Filipino/American. Will make a trip in the Philippines this year. Can't wait.
@gentleheart40man
@gentleheart40man 9 жыл бұрын
Yes, in my opinion, you can live well in the Philippines on $1500 USD a month -- not that I've done it but I've heard from ex-pats living there and they've all said the same thing -- $1500 USD is doable HOWEVER it does NOT bring luxury living as you might imagine if you're thinking that you're bringing in four or five times the monthly salary of the average Filipino. IT IS luxury living by some Filipino standards but not all Filipinos are poor. And many middle-class Filipinos don't regard themselves as poor (compared to Western standards) as they're comparing themselves to those directly around them. In any case, if you are a well-off foreigner seeking to live in the Philippines, keep in mind that it will get around that you are well off financially and you may have trouble with those asking for money or, in the worst case, being robbed/kidnapped (those this is rare but it does happen and more likely in the southern provinces). Also keep in mind that if you live out in the provinces, healthcare isn't as good as in Manila (the good thing is that a lot of Filipino doctors/dentists/etc. get their training in the U.S. and top hospitals there are comparable to those in western countries). However, living in Manila means living in one of the most populous cities on earth and it's virtually never quiet and always crowded. I miss seeing greenery when I go there - you have to go specifically to places that have it or go out of the city. The best compromise, I can see, if you can afford it (unless your spouse has family elsewhere in the Philippines) is to buy a condo in a good area in/near Manila and stay there during the winter months of the U.S. (if you live in a northern state), and then the other half of the year back in the U.S. in a condo. Ideally, while you're away from each, you rent the one you're not using. This won't work for everybody and is just a suggestion.
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+gentleheart40man I live in a small town in Batangas, my healthcare is great and especially my dental work. I live good on $600 a month. Very safe here, 30 minutes to the beach. I don't drink and bars are not allowed here which is good.
@gentleheart40man
@gentleheart40man 9 жыл бұрын
Yes, many Filipino dentists get their schooling/training in the States/Canada/Australia and do excellent dental work. Dental tourism is a big thing there nowadays --- see the Philippines and get two crowns done for the same price as it would be just getting the crowns done in the States. However, medical care is a toss-up, while it can be very good , it can be very hard to get certain types of medical care as some hospitals don't have the state-of-the-art equipment.
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+gentleheart40man Ya at the hospital I went to their equip like the Xray machine got to be 40 yrs old. I grew up in the Bootheel of New Mexico we would go across the border to Mexico to get our dental care, but here it is even cheaper. I get better healthcare here than the VA,
@recontrkr
@recontrkr 7 жыл бұрын
great information, Like your videos and appreciate it your providing a great service good luck with your studies and enjoy Japan ...Its awesome see and do everything .
@tmlocalone
@tmlocalone 9 жыл бұрын
i Was station in the PI at Cubi Pt back in the 77 yo 80. I had a lot of fun and met many fun loving people Thanks for your Vlogs
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Tommy J Moore Sr Thank you for watching.
@tmlocalone
@tmlocalone 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. I enjoy watching you. Please keep doing it
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+Tommy J Moore Sr I was in subic 75-77, it was wild, crazy and a lot of fun.
@tmlocalone
@tmlocalone 9 жыл бұрын
+Jule Westcott I was there when they closed Cubi Pt for so they could work on the base and they put us up At Clark Air Force Base, those Air Force guys know how to live. I was VP-1 P3's
@julewestcott6715
@julewestcott6715 9 жыл бұрын
+Tommy J Moore Sr I have to disagree. It is not that sailors have more fun, sailors are more fun
@danielalt7508
@danielalt7508 7 жыл бұрын
Starts at 7:39
@daytrader1656
@daytrader1656 8 жыл бұрын
Many minimum wage breadwinners working at Tim Hortons are have the burden of sending money back home. Its almost as if one made $100,000 a year when they hardly make $20,000 a year.
@agfreann619
@agfreann619 8 жыл бұрын
I've been watching your videos and I would like to say that I have learned a lot from you. Thank you so much and I hope you'll keep on helping and sharing your knowledge especially to people like me who are interested to go to Japan.
@southbound1969
@southbound1969 9 жыл бұрын
I believe that you need to increase the sound volume on your videos. I have to turn it up way too much. ..
@dennisdeberry2582
@dennisdeberry2582 9 жыл бұрын
+southbound1969 I was going to say the same thing when Mira K posted a group of videos 3 weeks ago. But the last time I made a constructive suggestion I was accused of being arrogant.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Dennis DeBerry a www sorry about that,actually I was so tired of the deadlines I had when I made this video. So my throat hurts if I talk loud. Sorry if you got offended.
@dennisdeberry2582
@dennisdeberry2582 9 жыл бұрын
Mira K I did not get offended at you at all. You have been nothing but nice and gracious and very classy beyond your years. Some other subscriber made the arrogant comment.
@NegativeIonClothing1
@NegativeIonClothing1 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. ::: Personally I thought it was funny what he said because he said ( I have to turn it up way to much ) IF you have to turn it up, go for it... Mira, your doing a great job on info for us, thank you. By the way, check out this site for great buys... NO, its not my site but have great prices for women's clothing... www.zulily.com/
@garrylewis9226
@garrylewis9226 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your honesty, and good advice.
@maxmiranda6012
@maxmiranda6012 9 жыл бұрын
Your right, $1,500 right now in PH is enough to live comfortably. But just like in the rest of the world there is a huge difference living in the cities from living in the province.
@wf94555
@wf94555 9 жыл бұрын
My thoughts on the video. (1) If you are going to be in Japan in the winter, you need to get winter clothes for 0 C. You may be able to get them cheaper if you buy now. (2) If you are going to give your girlfriend's family $200 a month and they live in the countryside, you may be putting them in a situation where they do not have to work and they would be living on what you give them. The problem is that if you breakup with your girl friend, her family may "starve" for a while. (3) I agree that many people in the PI do not know how to handle money--if they have it they spend it. It may be partly do to the fact they are not use to having (extra) money.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+wf94555 Thank you very much for that, I did actually check on the shops now and yes, some winter clothes are being brought out already,or maybe its autumn clothing. But I gotta shop on pay day!!!!!
@wf94555
@wf94555 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. If you can use ebay. I would check that out. Just be careful of the sizes. I usually sort prices low to high.
@wf94555
@wf94555 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. Another hint. You can type winter and the city are in. Look at what the people are wearing. That would give you an idea of what you will need.
@kj3rd2657
@kj3rd2657 8 жыл бұрын
Thats good for you to do the things you like now, because when you do have kids and a husbind, all of that will slow down or come to a stop. I hope good things will come to you.
@BCG6963
@BCG6963 9 жыл бұрын
It could be worse Mira you could be living here in Canada, some parts of the country had snow last week. Greta video.
@NegativeIonClothing1
@NegativeIonClothing1 9 жыл бұрын
+Barry Gallant ;;; Or California, omg, did I really say that... lol
@gregbohm6624
@gregbohm6624 8 жыл бұрын
What a beauty! Stunning!
@gregbohm6624
@gregbohm6624 8 жыл бұрын
+Danial Howe. I know precisely what you're saying. Having spent a month at Tacloban immediately after Yolanda, and then another month last year (one week in Hong Kong), I quickly learned that most colleges are watered-down and a degree is equivalent to graduating from high school. So your point is well-taken, though I know a very few exceptions.
@sirikwan11
@sirikwan11 8 жыл бұрын
you can live very well on 1500 a month there, i lived in Manila for 400 a month while my wife got treated for TB
@terrydelve7291
@terrydelve7291 8 жыл бұрын
we rented a 3 bedroom town house in iloilo for less then 200 Canadian thats utilities also , it was brand new . so if you ask me 1500 us is more then enough
@maryannmoscoso9457
@maryannmoscoso9457 8 жыл бұрын
terry delve yes iloilo is good place I miss my home 5 years working singapore soon go holiday
@There-Is-No-Virus
@There-Is-No-Virus 8 жыл бұрын
Why does this girl not reply to any comments here?
@TokTokCali
@TokTokCali 9 жыл бұрын
Hi Sis. Can I take u out on a date... Hala! hihi, joke! Our monthly family budget is $1200 usd for a family of four.... Our kids are 7 and 5 yrs old. We have a simple house and a car. Overall a simple life here in the PH... We dont dont go on vacations or anything. There are months when we have unexpected expenditures which we are forced to go beyond that $1200 budget. PH, in a lot of ways, is not as cheap as most probably think.
@darrellsavage7797
@darrellsavage7797 6 жыл бұрын
Tok Tok...good advice
@philippinecowboy
@philippinecowboy 6 жыл бұрын
$1500 is more than enough in the Philippines to retire on. I retire there soon and my $2000USD a month won't all get spent, I will bank a lot of it every month. It all comes down to your lifestyle. If you go out every night drinking and eating out then you may have a problem, be wise and cook at home and don't become a drunk!
@joegenerosa5682
@joegenerosa5682 6 жыл бұрын
Yabang mo naman toktok
@elixir220
@elixir220 7 жыл бұрын
i said it on one of your other videos comments but i'll say it here as well. you are one of the more beautiful filipinas i have seen and that you make yourself unavailable makes your stock go through the roof
@TitoTimTravels
@TitoTimTravels 9 жыл бұрын
I live comfortably on half that. Not a problem.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Tukarama me toooooo!!!!!
@jefferytate8968
@jefferytate8968 8 жыл бұрын
Good advice to send the money weekly. I never thought of that. I've sent Money monthly before. Your right it never last. It will disappear and she has reasons to want more.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
I know,I was a spender, so it was better for me when i got my salary weekly unlike now. monthly is stressful haha
@theinsolentlynx
@theinsolentlynx 6 жыл бұрын
Jeffery Tate better advice: don’t send the money at all. Invest it, and have more money!
@Mari443Garrett1
@Mari443Garrett1 9 жыл бұрын
$1,500 dollars a month is even enough to live on comfortably in the US. $5,000 is too much.
@albertchavez2693
@albertchavez2693 8 жыл бұрын
fORGIVE ME BUT WHARE CAN YOU LIVE COMFFY IN AMERICA ??? with little money , I forgot to put I think $1500 dollars per month , and I live in the jungles of Loa Angeles Ca. , seems impossible to live comfy :(((
@Mari443Garrett1
@Mari443Garrett1 8 жыл бұрын
Midwest. I even live less than that and have some left over. And I live on a 3br, 2 ba house. It really depends on how you live ur life if u want to live beyond your means.
@albertchavez2693
@albertchavez2693 8 жыл бұрын
Mari443Garrett1 Ok I know how to live poor and I cant complain as its easy to afford nice life with one or two room mates . but here a 3 bed 2 bath house is from 2500 to 3500 in upper nice area :((( :)
@Mari443Garrett1
@Mari443Garrett1 8 жыл бұрын
Yeah in CA maybe or NY. But where I live a 1500$ mo is a mortgage for a mansion. I don't have roomies.
@icepontiac
@icepontiac 7 жыл бұрын
Mari443Garrett1 wow that must be nice not sure where u live but I pay a kings ransom on longisland
@GoyoGoyong
@GoyoGoyong 9 жыл бұрын
I love Costco! Are you enjoying lots of sushi & sashimi in Japan? Have you tried Omurice yet?
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Goyo Goyong I have enjoyed sushi and sashimi. I guess too much, look at my weight,.LOL.... but omurice, i always see it over the menu, i don't know why i always look pass it,.
@GoyoGoyong
@GoyoGoyong 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. I really like omurice but that's probably because I love eggs. Eat eggs every day, sometimes two or three times. Yes, I'm an addict. LOL If you're concerned about weight try going low carb. That's what I'm doing and it works for me.
@Kostly
@Kostly 8 жыл бұрын
In Bohol a room and internet is less than 2100 per month.
@parekoysalvo2467
@parekoysalvo2467 8 жыл бұрын
stephen k Is that in pesos?
@heeder777
@heeder777 6 жыл бұрын
Do what you want to do! All things will come in time when you’re ready. No need to explain why you’re doing what you want. Enjoy your youth!
@flechman63
@flechman63 7 жыл бұрын
Cool glad to know your in Japan. Love it there been there many times. Good luck in everything you do. Found your channel very interesting. My OFW Filipina and I met abroad and never experienced anything that your referring to but very interesting. Take care
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 7 жыл бұрын
thank you
@williamlarson3623
@williamlarson3623 8 жыл бұрын
Work! Ok, got it. Working to do what, saving money for returning to PI, perhaps? Well, anyway, here's my question for you. My 'steady' in the Phils (we've been writing each other since October this year) recently wrote me, saying that as IT rep she makes P450 per day (US $9.18) an exchange rate of P49 to US $1.00. How much do you think I should send her per month, to help her out there (she's widowed, and lives near Manila in apt with her 3 kids and sister). Her recent dental expense, which she said her insurance card from work won't cover and she can't afford to pay, amounted to P2500 (US $51.00) for a tooth extraction, and P400 (US $8.16) for an x-ray. So now her dental work's still not done and probably won't be for the time being. When I offered to send her money to pay just for that, she refused. She even refused accepting a Samsung Galaxy smartphone from me (my old one) which I also wanted her to have, just so we could keep in touch that way. Said she just wanted to keep hers, even though we know it works intermittently, or not at all, when emailing me and that she just felt uncomfortable accepting it, not wanting to be seen as 'opportunistic!' Great! Am retired but certainly able to afford helping her and her family out. So, what do I do now, what advice can you give me for any of this, if any? Thank you, Mira! Sincerely, Bill in Minnesota
@livsstilen
@livsstilen 8 жыл бұрын
living and (living good) is 2 deffrent things
@irielion3748
@irielion3748 8 жыл бұрын
You don't send anything. She has a job to support herself, so make your relationship about other things that money. There is nothing wrong with topping up the phone load or buying nice presents at special times of the year, but sending money means you'll be a sucker.
@THEGAME-tz6yu
@THEGAME-tz6yu 9 жыл бұрын
i also have some expats that live there and give lots info about life there ,but i think your the best one to give advice i v e seen tnx .
@FloridaAdultSoutions
@FloridaAdultSoutions 8 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your honesty and views on Filipina living and life. I'm new to this and I say do what makes you happy! if its being single on your own being independent. just love your videos and to learn the cultures of another country is very important. thank you Mira K.
@macemace3194
@macemace3194 7 жыл бұрын
You don't have to make excuses for your decisions to anyone! Obviously, there are experiences that have perhaps jaded your life's experiences and this is not just in the Philippines. I've seen your vlogs and again one should always try to better themselves. When I was pursuing my degrees ppl I grew up with who weren't in school always questioned ..why go to school,..why get a graduate degree & a post-graduate degree. Now yrs later they are struggling while I'm very comfortable financially! So you can pay now or you can pay later! Don't allow anyone to pull you off the path for your desired degree or profession. Never be afraid to ask for help! . '
@rooneyramos4946
@rooneyramos4946 7 жыл бұрын
I have been living in the US for many years and in-fact I been in many countries especially in Europe and Asia especially in Japan. Now a days, you can get any kind of American foods in Manila and Iloilo where there are a varieties to choose. Don't tell me that what you are getting in Japan, which you can't in the Philippines. Be natural!!!!
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 7 жыл бұрын
you can't get udon. nabe mix,. because japanese people are all about safety so Philippines is not on their list of safety country. so they won't live there and there is no need for that kind of commodity.
@hayesman76
@hayesman76 6 жыл бұрын
Hi, Mira. Which companies are believed to build the best-quality (best quality construction) residential buildings in the Philippines?
@mhajas725
@mhajas725 8 жыл бұрын
Hi Mira new subscriber here I been checking out your videos I like your videos they are good and pretty informative, I would agree on everything you was saying about the money situation, thanks for the video ☺
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
+matt Hajas Thank you so much.
@waynepuutman4573
@waynepuutman4573 8 жыл бұрын
YOU SEEM TO BE A BRIGHT AND DECENT GIRL, I HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH YOU
@parekoysalvo2467
@parekoysalvo2467 8 жыл бұрын
wayne puutman She's smart girl my friend told means she is working on her dissertation soon she will have her PhD.
@teclife4
@teclife4 8 жыл бұрын
Omg,mira you're so right.i sent my girl 200 dollars in the begining and it was gone in a week,Lol.I live in the u.s. and i don't even spend that in a week.we got into a crazy argument because of it.so now send money to her in small portions.
@MrGTO-ze7vb
@MrGTO-ze7vb 8 жыл бұрын
Hello Mira, You are such a Sweet Pinay...! South Florida is beautiful the whole year..!! Water temp is 86 degrees in the summertime..!!
@samueldenson2457
@samueldenson2457 7 жыл бұрын
you have a good head on your shoulders stay focused on your goals and enjoy your personal time
@MrTurunen
@MrTurunen 8 жыл бұрын
God Bless your studies and your life. You are really smart and beautiful young woman.
@donaldrahlf198
@donaldrahlf198 8 жыл бұрын
My total cost for expenses is 34,400 a month, that is my budget , rent, a nice 3 bedroom home, 5500 P, Electric 5000P-which only cost about 4200P a month, house water 500P, home phone 1300P, cable 600P, Gasano 5000P, for drinking water, eggs, bread 3000P, Market 9000P, meat and veg. Rice 1100P, Propane 900P, private school 2100P for 2 kids, this is not included in my budget 8000P to my wife she helps her family out of that, of course then what ever you spend enjoying yourself
@donaldrahlf198
@donaldrahlf198 8 жыл бұрын
34,400 P is around $731.00 now this is just for living expenses, does not include, spending money, or money to wife for herself and her family
@jeffcromwell1337
@jeffcromwell1337 8 жыл бұрын
what kind of lifestyle can you live in asia for us 1000? are you kidding me? no chance. no way. its going to happen. sure. 1000 will get you a tiny room with no air. no drinking, partying , shopping and certainly no traveling.. dude. wake up and be realistic. min needed for a descent. and only said descent life. is 2k! you can believe that..
@powerprofitsuniversity7847
@powerprofitsuniversity7847 8 жыл бұрын
ive done it for half that...true its hardly the RITZ CARLTON but its not that bad either. just pick your house WISELY... as for giving money to the family ....sigh... let me just cut STRAIGHT to the facts... YOU ARE AN ATM MACHINE to these people... know this and live with it because you will soon find out that if the money EVER stops so does their ability to give a crap about you.... the money only flows ONE WAY.... if YOU EVER need anything don't expect anyone to pass the hat on your behalf...years of "blessings" from you are quickly forgotten... ive seen it 1st hand multiple times no matter WHAT you give there is always an attempt to get MORE there is always some massive emergencysomeone always needs "medicine"there is always someone "sick"... ( my favorite lame reason )look, I adore the girls... its the culture and the deadbeat men I loathe.... I lived there 2 years and just had finally had enough 2 months ago and left, abandoning well over $25,000 worth of possessions id shipped and accumulated over 2 years... the place was literally eating my will to live.... its an ungodly place to LIVE.... to visit? great... do you thing...have youre fun THEN LEAVE this is my BOOTS ON THE GROUND - been there done that advice for all who think its a dream in the making... after 6 months you'll wake to a whole new nightmare as for YOU mira... youre a sweetheart... quite a bit better than the average girl I met over there...well spoken and obviously a THINKER... you are a RARE BREED :)
@pmafterdark
@pmafterdark 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like the voice of experience.
@VAMJJ
@VAMJJ 9 жыл бұрын
Hi Mira, It's good that you are concentrating on yourself and the things that you want to accomplish. There will be plenty of time for relationships and men to make you miserable - lol Enjoy your youth and travel as much as you can. As far as living on $1500 a month, you should be able to live very well in the Philippines for that amount. Now if you have a large family and live a western lifestyle there you might have difficulties. Any girl that you meet there who doesn't think that amount is adequate time to move on. My Mom lives on that amount in the U.S.in retirement and she has a large home.
@robertkubrick3738
@robertkubrick3738 9 жыл бұрын
Mira is cute as a button and I like the things she is saying. I think she could make her points better with a bullet point presentation but she is cute so the meandering is not annoying to me anyway. Smiles.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Robert kubrick Lol, do you know that i had a meeting with a youtuber regarding that? since i was planning to expand a bit, they suggested that since that's how men see things. I am really considering that and hearing it from you makes me more interested with that idea.
@tomsol9472
@tomsol9472 9 жыл бұрын
1500$ you can live in every country, in lithuania you can live for 1500$ even if you will get it every 3months :)
@ryonbenton
@ryonbenton 7 жыл бұрын
hello, mirak. i enjoy your videos. i learn a lot from you. thank you.
@lonniebeal6032
@lonniebeal6032 6 жыл бұрын
When ever my wife went to the P.I., she spent about $1500 a week supporting family, no way we could live there at those costs.
@musichouse
@musichouse 9 жыл бұрын
Yes enjoy your life Mira K :)
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+Chicky Rossy Thank you!Likewise.
@Nancinmofo-bo8ww
@Nancinmofo-bo8ww 8 жыл бұрын
I will alternate one month in the U.S. one month in the Philippines. My budget is $4000 per month and I would rather have a high budget and have more to spare than to be cheap and always watch my money
@Nancinmofo-bo8ww
@Nancinmofo-bo8ww 8 жыл бұрын
You are right but for $1200 to $1500 Thailand is a much better option
@joshhoodrat451
@joshhoodrat451 7 жыл бұрын
Kelley Clarkson ? It was actually Nietzsche ; Friedrich who said , “ that which does not kill you only makes you stronger .” I doubt she even knows who he was .
@66robertk
@66robertk 6 жыл бұрын
Thank You.....I'm Learning
@powerprofitsuniversity7847
@powerprofitsuniversity7847 7 жыл бұрын
IOWA native having just spent 2 years in Davao... 800 a month is possible but don't kid yourself... its HARD LIVING... 2000 a month will have you living large
@canman5060
@canman5060 9 жыл бұрын
Two days at Star City in Manila will cost you P5000 !
@re6153
@re6153 7 жыл бұрын
To all americans that want to come to the philippines just watch out for items with no prices on them, cz that means they have two prices, the filipino price, and the americano price which is usually 2-3 times the regular price!!!!!
@johnhaggart9376
@johnhaggart9376 6 жыл бұрын
So what does say $6,000.00 per month U.S. provide for?
@canman5060
@canman5060 9 жыл бұрын
Depend on how you spend your money. Some big mansons in Philippines can cost as high at $ 4.5 million USD.
@canman5060
@canman5060 8 жыл бұрын
+BLACKCROW WALKING 4.5 million USD is not really a lot of money by today's standard.I have been to the Philippines and I couldn't imagine how fast my money can go. Just a couple of regular days out in Manila can cost me over P8500 , about $200 USD. 4.5 million USD you may be able to afford a tiny pigeon hole in downtown Paris.
@canman5060
@canman5060 8 жыл бұрын
+BLACKCROW WALKING $200 USD per day in the Philippines. Let me see...... It is around P9000 Philippine peso.One day round trip to the province to he home town of my wife cost around P3500.Some grocery shopping say around P3000 , that's not bad for a average grocery store.I have P3500 left.If I do not have a home to stay in the Philippines.The hotel will cost me around P1500 per night for a hotel with some basic facility.I donlt have much left. If I stay in the Shrangalia in Manila with only $200 USD per night , I will be kicked out !
@canman5060
@canman5060 8 жыл бұрын
+BLACKCROW WALKING One single room in a semi delux resort cost you around $300 USD per day in the Philippines.
@canman5060
@canman5060 8 жыл бұрын
+BLACKCROW WALKING Then consider donating to the church and do some charity works for the community.This is what I have been doing.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
please start at 7mins
@kaninchen321
@kaninchen321 8 жыл бұрын
If I wanted to move to Japan and have the same job like you e.g. as a teacher, how much would my first salary be in yen or php, just to have an impression?
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
+kaninchen321 around 80,000 pesos depending on the exchange rate.
@cs77smith67
@cs77smith67 9 жыл бұрын
So if $1500 is enough to live like a king, then does that mean $1500 is enough money to bring for 1 month vacation in philippines? ( without Plane Ticket & hotel cost )
@cs77smith67
@cs77smith67 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mang Shawn Just the answer i'm looking for, how many times you been to Philippines?
@maryannmoscoso9457
@maryannmoscoso9457 8 жыл бұрын
CS77 Smith
@BASSMAN-hu1cv
@BASSMAN-hu1cv 6 жыл бұрын
You are doing the right thing, work on yourself, you have no idea, normally when you fall in love and it's right it will be unexpected.
@daniel.figueroa6408
@daniel.figueroa6408 3 жыл бұрын
Just enjoy yourself and have a good time while you're at it while you're young still so just enjoy yourselfmake sure that everything goes good for you and make sure that everything is good for you so just enjoy yourself while you're still young and can do it
@TheWilsonwslee
@TheWilsonwslee 8 жыл бұрын
Hi I just want you to forget my previous comments on you! I am sorry! enjoy what you are doing and make the best out of it! enjoy life there and study well!!
@williegriggs9238
@williegriggs9238 6 жыл бұрын
Love your channel!! very bright, intelligent and informative!! you're a beautiful woman!! keep up the good work dear!!❤️❤️❤️❤️
@deserteagle3202
@deserteagle3202 8 жыл бұрын
btw youtube the song 'independent by webbie' i think you might like it
@marygoh8147
@marygoh8147 4 жыл бұрын
My dad I think is dumb enough to send 11000-17000pesos to his Filipina gf he has not even met before monthly. And if is he said is true, she has 3 kids widowed. They are in the adult and late teens age and she is working as a college teacher in the province
@deserteagle3202
@deserteagle3202 8 жыл бұрын
well i could live in canada really well for 1500$ usd a month, im sure it wont be hard in southeast asia. i think some people are just greedy and arent happy unless they are living in the taj mahal
@kakelinga
@kakelinga 5 жыл бұрын
$1500.00 is wayyyyy more than enough to live on in the Philippines unless you are a person that likes to show off that you have nice things. My husband is from Ilocos Sur and sending $500.00 per month to his siblings in Manila is enough to pay their apartment and living expenses too.
@richardcrutchfield5965
@richardcrutchfield5965 6 жыл бұрын
I really believe that 1500 dollars is more than enough for a person to live on in the Philippines. I am not a materialistic person and would be happy living comfortably in the Philippines.
@terrancekenallen2241
@terrancekenallen2241 8 жыл бұрын
Guys are asking you out. hahaha thats so cute. The fact that you are trying to better yourself and going to college is what is making you more attractive to men. Yes there are alot of other women but the ones with some pride are more attractive.
@Mike-cp5ch
@Mike-cp5ch 8 жыл бұрын
What degrees do you presently have and what are you going to do for future plan..?
@rafguitarjr
@rafguitarjr 8 жыл бұрын
Hey Mira, come to Olympics here in Brazil and enjoy it. Don´t worry, I will not ask you for a dating. heheh.
@Lol-cl3kh
@Lol-cl3kh 8 жыл бұрын
Hey I just subscribed to your channel, and so far I like it. keep doing a good job😊👍 quick question tho, what are some great places to go in the Philippines?
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you,i made a video for that, also check my Facebook page for regular shares of info regarding ph.
@kevin.dickson6164
@kevin.dickson6164 7 жыл бұрын
you have such a beautiful outlook
@nuaso7143
@nuaso7143 8 жыл бұрын
how many time u touch ur hair every day ? Just curious!
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 8 жыл бұрын
+nurul soheil It's a part of me, that question is silly. LOL
@nuaso7143
@nuaso7143 8 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. sorry ok ! I'm losing my hair that's why! little jealous!
@mickymouze1224
@mickymouze1224 6 жыл бұрын
If he needs to ask if $1500 is enough to live in Philippines then he isn't ready to make such a move. Only he can answer that question depending on the lifestyle he wishes to live.
@rodneybrown1924
@rodneybrown1924 8 жыл бұрын
if you don't make at least $1000 a month don't even try to come here. if you factor in visa extensions and healthcare it can't be done. they talk about Phil health but it's not healthcare it a DISCOUNT!!!! It will get you in the hospital but if you don't have the cash to pay up your not getting out. also if you try on just $1000 a month remember the cost of living goes up here to.
@rodneybrown1924
@rodneybrown1924 8 жыл бұрын
Liberty_ Lost ....you need a monthly income of at least $1000. If not your just asking for problems.
@keithmandan3466
@keithmandan3466 8 жыл бұрын
Liberty_ Lost
@kentj1
@kentj1 9 жыл бұрын
Also, you would make a great economist.
@Mirajill0909
@Mirajill0909 9 жыл бұрын
+kentj1 If i will be an economist and i would be honest with my country men, they would kill me for pointing out their mistakes on financial management. LOL
@Amsu1234
@Amsu1234 9 жыл бұрын
+Mira K. Very true I always thought aggressive media would help in Philippines
@bagwis1530
@bagwis1530 8 жыл бұрын
hi Mira you're a nice person in and out.....my kabayan nice that you introduce about Philippines even the hardship or our fellow country men..im believe your positive outlooks of life. $1500 is more than enough budget in 1 mos. its depends how you budget..even u've a kids....thank you and always welcome ..more fun in the Philipines..
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