My new $100 per month apartment in the provinces

[@CarefreeChris]

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[@HumansLiveForMoments]

@@CarefreeChris lol

[@HumansLiveForMoments]

@@CarefreeChris working every possible angle I see . Lol

[@CarefreeChris]

@@HumansLiveForMoments This channel has roughly a $400 - $500 a month operating cost. I'm just trying to make it where doing KZbin doesn’t cost me $ which it currently does. The financial goal is to make $2,000 -$3,000 per month. Here are the stats for the last couple of months… August (ongoing) $136.28 July $330.09 June $158.63 May $235.47 As you can see I'm no where even close to coving the operating expenses let alone my goal of 2-3k so I'm trying other ways:). I’m not to worried about it as this is primarily for fun, and it would be great if I was at least able to cover my expenses. Hope this gives you some insight.

[@jcgolf159]

@@CarefreeChris ya gotta start blasting some ads..I don't recall seeing any here but then again I'm F!ing old. I don't remember my last ex wife..not say'n that's a bad thang but one time I took a blue pill instead of my blood pressure pill..damn! Cashier's at the grocery store later in the day gave me a discount. Such nice gals! 😎 .. Bruthaaaa ✌🏻

[@ominousenough6172]

If you want to live like a rich bastard in the Philippines, away from the dogs, roosters, traffic noise (motorcycles) in a gated community, a normal sized place, party a bit, and travel freely, with spare cash for hospitals, and a Filipina, I wouldn't attempt it on less than $3500 (USD) a month. Then, you can relax, hire transportation and live like a King. If you are on a $2000 pension, you'll do ok, but don't expect more than the basics (western standards) You will be expected to help support uour Filipina's family. That's a whole nuther story... Don't get me wrong, finding the right Filipina can change your life. The people in the Philippines are the best!

[@lawfulshepard2111]

Just leaving a comment to show support and to say that I think you’re a great guy man.

[@CarefreeChris]

Really appreciate it. Hope you’re doing great there too

[@Jonathan-je9uh]

its bigger than most hotel rooms, and for 100 smackers it is ideal for you two, more to spend on oneself and your lovely lady. A nice comfy sofa and tele, spot on.

[@CarefreeChris]

it’s coming together:)

[@garolstipock]

Honest to goodness "all you need!" Thanks for the tour and the info. This is important stuff for most of us regular guys need to know so that we can construct lives that work with the real budgets we have. If anything, this is a great starter to give u time and space to figure things out.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes exactly. Great place to get setup in Leyte. Starter apartment:)

[@brentthompson9597]

Bro! You are doing superbly well over there; wow, dig the new place, and like the idea of bouncing around. Be safe; keep up these great 'n wonderful things. Enjoy life!

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks. Hope you’re doing great there also

[@tinamccall3916]

Oh my goodness that is such a good deal! It’s a nice apartment. It’s really nice that it has new looking floors which look like tile which makes it cooler in the house. What I really like about it though is the kitchen and the bathroom being outside! That’s really cool. I’ve never seen anything like that. Great apartment!

[@CarefreeChris]

Some different living styles out here because of the weather. You have a lot of outdoor living spaces.

[@levi123095]

Chris, as long as you're happy.... that's all that matters. To each his own.

[@CarefreeChris]

So true

[@maryannagibson5838]

Enjoy and have fun on your stay!

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ifh4030]

Congratulations my man. You are winning!

[@CarefreeChris]

Hope so and thank you:)

[@jsully4064]

Oh yeah thats nice. Have a plan B ready, typhoon season has started. Seems like Leyte always gets hit. Last time couldn't get anything sent there for 3 months. All the shippers were delivering life saving goods only. Good video, Chris...Jim

[@CarefreeChris]

The nice thing about where I'm at is I'm on the West coast. We'll see but I don't think it's as bad here historically.

[@larrye2679]

For 1 or 2 people you can't beat it. A little tight but very doable. Would like to see the surrounding area to see what's available. Also, how's your safety and security for you and your place there? Good luck😊

[@CarefreeChris]

Hey Larry, thanks for the message! It’s safe here, and in general, the provinces are pretty secure. Petty crime can be an issue in some areas, but the building I’m in has a guard, and I’ve installed cameras in my apartment for added peace of mind. For 1 or 2 people, it’s definitely a great setup-cozy but very doable. If you’re ever in the area, I’d be happy to show you around and let you check out what’s nearby. Thanks for the good luck wishes, and take care!

[@airgunfun4248]

Thanks for posting. Is there little bars and other westerners around there?

[@CarefreeChris]

Not many as it’s a super small town but there are some

[@BeerBikes]

daaaaang! get out of town, 100 bones! loving it, awesome find. seems like the province is the place to be for a frugal apt. that's awesome man for 100$ leaves you plenty of room in the budget to travel. Peace!

[@CarefreeChris]

You know it::)

[@KGnines]

God bless you sir welcome to the Philippines.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you. Salamat kaayo

[@JamesParis]

Great little place, and you can’t beat that price. Personally, I’d prefer unfurnished so I can buy what I like. Great location to be with Mary Rose and explore Leyte.

[@CarefreeChris]

Totally agree! Hope you and the family are great there.

[@kevink1214]

Very nice, has all you need. You can't beat the price. Will be great when you are all settled in and it will feel like home

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah exactly. It's coming together. I'm really liking the place

[@edgardolugo540]

You got a good deal there buddy. The upside is it's close to your lady's School. Good Luck to you both.

[@CarefreeChris]

Sure is

[@mst6429]

I still use the ethernet cable till today and only use the wifi for the phone for speed. For a 100 that's a sweet deal. You can't really complain. Get a 55" and you are good to go.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah man. Absolutely

[@Oldjets]

I like your enthusiasm, if you’re happy then that’s all that matters…

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you. Appreciate it and hope you're great there too

[@platoon1081]

I loved Ormoc when I visited last year. The produce market on the boardwalk had some excellent food. My only surprise was there was no one that rented scooters there. I am living in Bohol now and bouggt a scooter there, when I finish the registration process I plan to take the ferry and ride around Leyte and discover with my girl. Thanks for the video Chris!

[@CarefreeChris]

Great riding in Leyte

[@JohnKgeo]

Lovely place. Not bad at all like a base for traveling around. Congrats

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes, thank you

[@rounder400]

This place is far from lovely. Add another $100 and he could have had much more than a sardine can.

[@brussetbejarasco2694]

Hi Chris... Glad to see you again.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes! Thanks for watching

[@jmfarrell5]

Province life… sounds great. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes agree

[@mattclark7718]

another awsome and practical video. especially the internet part. I can never get any vlogger to cover that topic in any depth and there is little more important than internet to our modern lifestyle. Please, show that area very well. You have really peaked by interest. Thanks Chris.

[@CarefreeChris]

The internet Matt has been pretty reliable for the most part. Ok speeds. The one big thing that comes to mind though is public wifi is limited and practically nonexistent.

[@CaptainRon2]

Dam guy awesome rooftop view, things are getting better and better for you, positive thoughts to you and Mary Rose...I think your turning into a Filipino

[@CarefreeChris]

Love it:)

[@mrq8402]

Tiny houses are all the rage right now. Less maintenance!

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes exactly. Love it.

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Exactly! I bought a lovely, traditional Japanese-style rancher house in Japan years ago. It’s small compared to N.American standards, but you know what? I find I only use about 30% of the place - the other 70% is rarely used. I’ve learned smaller is better (for me).

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Hello Chris. You really are getting nicely set up and enjoying the good life. That apartment is small, but it’s all you and Mary Rose needs. Why spend more on a big place when you’re out enjoying yourself riding your bike and traveling around anyway all the time. That place is perfect! Simpler is really better.

[@tryscience]

sorry I missed you, Chris ! Flight was late, got to the Cebu hotel after 2AM so couldn't meet for breakfast. In Davao now, preparing to explore Mindanao. will eventually get together with you, will be fun ! Apartment looks great, what an awesome deal !

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. Sorry we were not able to connect. Lot's going on here. Have a great time in Mindanao

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

Nice! Ya know what I was thinking, I will probably end up with a similar pad but don't want to buy two aircons, so I was thinking of buying a cheap like mylar duct hose. Imagine the duct hose that comes out of the back of a clothes dryer, just larger like a foot or two across. Something that hangs from the ceiling and when I leave my bedroom I could just swivel it over in front of the AC and clip it there, that way I could redirect the air to the living room. Real simple, just directing the cold air out of the bedroom to another room. Just an idea. 🤷‍♂

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah man. Great idea

[@kevinwelsh7490]

and a woman

[@rodgarrett32]

This is great ! I love your video...... I plan on going there in 5 years to live......

[@CarefreeChris]

I hear ya. It's incredible and I'm loving it here. I feel like I'm just getting started.

[@ugenescott111]

Good deal👍I'm happy for you and her enjoying life ❤👌

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks 👍

[@KathiKruse666]

Hahaha Well you need to look on the other side of the Air conditioner the side closest to the door because there is a huge air gap I can see daylight coming around your air conditioner It's probably that way on the top and on the other side and if you use like duct tape and just tape around from the wall to the air conditioner all the way around you will find it will keep the room much much cooler LOL or figure out something to close the air gap because all you're doing is bringing hot air in with your air conditioner. Just an FYI. It really will help a lot. It won't take but a minute to do it 😀 great apartment for the price yay ! Greetings from Olympia WA USA 👋

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, I think we’re gonna use some spray foam and and seal it up

[@platoon1081]

Most people just use the styrofoam packing material from the a/c box.

[@KathiKruse666]

@@platoon1081 The styrofoam doesn't really work because you can't mold it into the gaps styrofoam It will break. I've always used just duct tape Because I only use the air conditioner for 3 months But it's always hot there. They're always going to need that air conditioner. So yeah, foam is a great idea

[@GerinPhils]

What a deal...$100/month + water is insanely good

[@CarefreeChris]

So inexpensive

[@skip2it426-]

Definitely can’t beat the price. The farthest away from the large metro areas the prices definitely decrease. In and around Angeles City, Manila and Cebu rent prices have gradually increased a lot over the past few years. I’ve experienced trying out those areas a few months at a time. Thanks for sharing ✌🏾

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for watching:)

[@koufax174]

Any tips how to acclimate to the heat and humidity?

[@CarefreeChris]

Time, shade, water, moving air and the right clothing:)

[@koufax174]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@phil1014]

Thanks for the video. With such a monthly rental and living in the province, you for sure can save a tonne load of cash.

[@CarefreeChris]

Absolutely!

[@mauriceyoshikawa3554]

Do you screen for the windows?

[@CarefreeChris]

Most places do have screens. Some do but most do not

[@andrewmorita8252]

Great spot for the less fortunate coming here. Will not live good but independent living is priceless.

[@CarefreeChris]

So inexpensive

[@Misterdave998]

Chris is lookin’ cute in this video but he also was lookin’ cute in other videos.

[@CarefreeChris]

I'm feeling pretty good here:)

[@Danno_A_Jyd]

LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED! I have a friend visiting Cebu right now who is considering retiring there in a few years. If he is smart he will join your FB community and ask you the questions he needs the answers to. I might be wrong, but Gene may be too smart for his own good. HA!

[@CarefreeChris]

lol to funny

[@listerine414]

You are doing this right Chris. Nice. A few different pads is the way to go man. Dont get stagnant

[@CarefreeChris]

Right on!

[@lornapecaoco6468]

Simple living is a Happy living 🎉🎉🎉❤🎉🎉

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Exactly

[@rovvt1284]

ACE would love it.

[@CarefreeChris]

I dig it for sure

[@Jimboandmary]

Great little gaff happy Friday Chris have a gud en

[@CarefreeChris]

You too!:)

[@lornapecaoco6468]

New Subscriber 🎉and no skipping long adds 🎉🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@CarefreeChris]

You're the best!:)

[@Niceguy54444]

it's good to see grandpa spending time with his granddaughter

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Love my grandkids

[@robertchristie1448]

They don't have showers stalls there

[@CarefreeChris]

Some places dont

[@billlloyd9755]

Yeah, hey Chris, it’s Billy, you better go back to that place and get you two of those 4 inch mattresses and two of those other little ones 😮😊

[@CarefreeChris]

lol right

[@jtns2845]

php5k/mo: top floor with uninsulated tin roof. unscreened windows. aircon vents into the kitchen. electric cords hanging off the wall. what would php10k/mo get i wonder…

[@CarefreeChris]

All trued excpet the roof is concrete. I'll show you at some point. Just going cheap through January

[@user-zl6cl1ql3n]

How much is Electric

[@CarefreeChris]

We just got our first bill and it was 1,600 pesos which wasn't a full month

[@Madameaying]

​@@CarefreeChrisactually it's 1,116😁

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

I think, you do the right thing in almost every aspect. Keep it up. Re: The comment about the age gap issue.... I guess, you don't care too much about this kind of comments, hence "carefree Chris" 🤗😜. But this comment tells more about the commenter than anybody or anything else. It says:" Come back and get as miserable like me".

[@CarefreeChris]

Well said!

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m digging it here as I know you are too

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

@@CarefreeChris Let's dig together. 🤜🤣🤛

[@CarefreeChris]

@@1100_Rebels_PH lol

[@blockaderunner]

Chris' age gap is slightly larger than mine. I'm telling you, there is no immaturity in a 20 year old filipina who grew up hauling water to the house/washing clothes by hand/getting only one fish a day if that, far supersedes Western women.

[@rosemarykennedy5430]

It’s certainly cheap but pretty rugged!

[@CarefreeChris]

You adjust:)

[@raceman1966]

Wow...$100 a month. That's around what I paid for one day of my rent here in New Hampshire. I know it's not "Apples for Apples", but still it's amazing that you can find that. Hope everything works out great buddy. I'm leaving for Manila TONITE!!!! Gonna be in BGC for a week to get over the jet lag and then off to Cebu. Again, that you so much for "video chat" a couple of weeks ago. I send you a message when I arrive in Cebu. Thanx for everything!!!

[@CarefreeChris]

Sounds good. Safe travels. Enjoy Manila:)

[@reyong4217]

That's a lot of money for that small space. I rented a house for my uncle for 100 dollars, 3 bedrooms and a bath. Location is Angeles City.

[@CarefreeChris]

So cheap

[@joeplacetas1]

Are you retired? If so,,,it doesn't affect your payments been in the Philippines?

[@CarefreeChris]

I’m retired but not on SS yet

[@joeplacetas1]

​@@CarefreeChristhanks,,but would it affect you after you start collecting SS,,,thanks

[@Perlovinit]

Hello Sir may i know where is this apartment located. I am a filipina living in Sweden. Very cheap and nice looking place. That is ok for a while. Thanks in advance for the answer.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. We're in Palompon Leyte. It's a small province town in Leyte. Hope you're able to make it back home soon.

[@Kristoferwitha_k]

I would not forget to mention that if you're going to live out in the province and you have any kind of internet needs or power needs that need to be consistent You're going to want to invest in a generator because brownouts are very typical in province

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. There was an all day outage on Sunday when I left. I'm looking at options now actually. Something I could run a fan on and has solar options.

[@jimmccann3856]

Very cool minimalist lifestyle! Doubtless, you are helping Mary Rose out with school and other expenses... If you do not mind a direct question: $?

[@CarefreeChris]

The normal stuff like medical / dental. I should add because I offered to pay for those things. She’s covering her everyday expenses

[@royal-enfield1]

ì would like to get an apartment in cebu city , & one in davao & split time in both places

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes exactly. Doable

[@Synfulz]

Fill the gap with the aircon. Don't need them big spiders. 😂

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Getting some spray foam. Mary Rose taped up the gaps yesterday

[@michaellatta7699]

It would be a lot more space if it was a studio apartment and got rid of the bedroom walls. Nice though. Especially for the money.

[@CarefreeChris]

Right. The layout is a little rough

[@platoon1081]

Cheaper yet if they slept outside under a bridge right?😂

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

In the states things are bad with prices. It's really awful 😢

[@CarefreeChris]

It's crazy

[@johncalder-gx4bf]

Have lived in Leyte for 15 years now--Typhoon Yolanda survivor-HORRIBLE--but on the opposite side of the island-Tolosa.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah. I’m keeping an eye to the east

[@yaya78774]

Hey Question is there nearby cafes with free wifi in the providence?

[@CarefreeChris]

It depends. In general free WiFi isn’t as common like in the West

[@SadButTrue__]

where are you staying in Mindanao? did you do any kind of tour of that apartment? I'm looking for a place, do you have any recommendations?

[@CarefreeChris]

After Mary Rose’s graduation we will probably end up in Davao City

[@78swats]

Hi Chris, What Condos you recommend for one month stay in Cebu? I believe you stayed at Solinea. I am looking for something that is not exactly within the IT or Business Park, but somewhat close by and easily accessible to restaurants. Appreciate your inputs.

[@CarefreeChris]

Airbnb is going to be the way to go for short term rentals. With that you should be able to look on the map and choose a place just outside those areas. I do like Solinea in the BP and 38 Plaza in the IT Park and there are many options here in CC.

[@Not_A_Tourist]

Try Mivesa Garden Residences

[@78swats]

@@Not_A_Tourist any idea on urban deca homes banilad?

[@Not_A_Tourist]

@@78swats I haven't stayed there. But I have stayed at Mivesa on several occasions. They have a nice pool, well maintained and minutes Grab ride from the Malls. Can't say there's a lot of restaurants within walking distance though although the supermarket is close.

[@78swats]

@@Not_A_Tourist After the internet search, Mivesa looks good to me as well, I am seeing monthly rents around $700 on AirBNB. Not too bad. Thanks for the suggestion. Feel free to drop any other condo names if you have in mind.

[@78swats]

you rock!!!

[@CarefreeChris]

lol nice:)

[@Dc_tech386]

Well from it's comfortable for you that's all that matters

[@CarefreeChris]

Absolutely

[@25Soupy]

Do they call the bed a "twin" size bed?

[@CarefreeChris]

They don’t call it a twin, but you know what that’s exactly what it is isn’t it?

[@lancedaniels7429]

Been planning this..

[@CarefreeChris]

Pretty much out in the provinces full time now

[@rein3684]

How did you find this place do you just ask around?

[@CarefreeChris]

Yep. Was hard to find. Just walking around and asking as well as Facebook Market Place.

[@Adventure5619]

It was a challenge to get stuff delivered in cebu itself. Lol. I am jealous i pay 480$ for a 1 bedroom condo. Then again i need at least good slice and tasty burger once a week. I also need my coke light. Cant get any of that in the provinces unless you drive in and get stuck in 3 hours of traffic. I just walk 5 mins and have every things at my finger tips

[@CarefreeChris]

Yep. Sounds like Cebu City:) Hope you're enjoying it. I've been here going on two years now and love it

[@Adventure5619]

@@CarefreeChris I moved here in 2022. Still work remotely online. Love it. Only thing I miss is a usda Midwest Ribeye. Other then that love it here but i am young no medical issues

[@CarefreeChris]

There’s a new Texas roadhouse. Have you been there yet?

[@LeeBrooks-l6z]

I’m looking to come over there in September. I have some questions about living in the Philippines since I’m set to retire in December and I’m 49 years old. Can we get a coffee and chat if I come to where you are at.

[@CarefreeChris]

Possibly. My schedule is all over the place lately. I setup lunches and stuff with folks in my community group. There's a link in the video description.

[@kevinwelsh7490]

how much in total per month estimate will it cost you to maintain all of this set up? thanks

[@CarefreeChris]

Close to 50k

[@jcgolf159]

Nice speeds for where ya is. 20 Mbps upload is F!ing brutal but I do remember that squelch of the good ol days 🥴 And if ya ever in trouble with the law you have some good options with a few hideouts: schmart ✌🏻 "You say tampo. I say psyhco." JC

[@CarefreeChris]

lol yeah. It's a hideout:)

[@cbsguy6363]

Geez what a way to live

[@CarefreeChris]

It's not bad really. BGC is an option too of province life isn't your cup of tea

[@anton_c8gur]

still a bit expensive. i got an 80$ for that same size with car parking too. near city center pampanga

[@CarefreeChris]

Nice. Sounds good

[@rein3684]

Where is this new place at?

[@CarefreeChris]

It's in Palompon Leyte. Small town on the Western side of Leyte.

[@PedroPerez80927]

I live in Orlando, FL I pay $180.00 for a room every Saturday😢😢😢😢

[@CarefreeChris]

Lol

[@ominousenough6172]

Sorry mate. I live in Australia and it's easy for me to buzz back and forth. After living in a 35m2 condo, I've had enough and get tired of walking side ways with my 188cm height and 95kg weight. That place would be pushing 20m2. Good luck to ya... For the Yanks, I'm 6'2" and 210lbs.

[@CarefreeChris]

I hear ya. Hope all is good back in Australia

[@ominousenough6172]

Cheers, 'll be headed back to the Philippines early next year. Looking for the right one. My sixth trip back. Taking my time. Gonna hit the ground after a weeks booking and talk to the locals. Extend the visa to 59 days. Thinking about a couple of mid-sized towns that are less congested with traffic and away from 'Passport Bros'.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah, I hear you man. I’m a big fan of Ormoc.

[@ominousenough6172]

I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip. I'll keep my top spots secret... Too many guys get stuck in Manila or Cebu, have a couple of beers, and end up with the wrong girl.They forget about the due dilligence they would practice in their home country. Relax, and don't lose your head.

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

My 20 years of experience visiting and living in the Philippines is very simple. INVEST your money in learning the language before you invest in anything else. A few thousand $$ learning the regional dialect and TAGALOG will save you Tens of thousands and heartache.

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

Cannot agree more 👍

[@CarefreeChris]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate the comment and the insight with it.

[@telcslightingdesign2215]

not needed at all if you are dealing with the upper level of people

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

@@telcslightingdesign2215 Not needed either dealing with the Rest mostly. But needed if you want to live here instead of just staying here.

[@telcslightingdesign2215]

@@1100_Rebels_PH If you live in the deepest province and you count mostly Filipinos as your friends I agree. In this case it's a must as the countryside people get "nose-bleed" when they have to talk English. For the rest I deeply disagree. Look around - What do the foreigners that are proudly trying to communicate in Tagalog have in common? Mostly low-end people, surviving on very little money. Wealthy Filipinos don't take them serious. To sum it up - the location where you live dictates whether you should learn it. And yes you will make every Filipino smile if you know a few words Tagalog.

[@amylee6038]

My husband says the myth about better health care in the USA is preposterous now. We pay so little that it isn't even worth filing the insurance reimbursement for many things. The "care" in the USA is not anywhere near as good as we treat our pigs. The hospitals and doctors in the USA are agents of big pharma and the government. They proved they would rather kill people than treat them correctly during covid. In the Philippines you would think you are royalty. We are treated so much better. Maybe 25 years ago the major heart operations were something to be concerned about. My mother had aortic aneurysm repair and is doing just fine. She has Phil Health. The cost was zero.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes sister:). It’s sad but true to see how things are in the US. I had to leave and have no intention on returning other than to visit

[@amylee6038]

@@CarefreeChris Right. But I'm a girl. So it would be "sister".

[@CarefreeChris]

@@amylee6038 lol sorry:) Corrected:)

[@HumansLiveForMoments]

Hi Kool vid. Wanted to comment. Why expats so quick to play house, pay for pinays expenses and shack up so fast?? Do they think that's what's supposed to happen?? It's setting a precedent that pinays expect and expats adhere to. Get to know your surroundings meet people. Just very concerning as a man who would like to travel to S East Asia. But again great vid

[@vinnie1711]

Well, "shaking up" with a young college girl who is pursuing a real career path and paying $100/ month after set up doesn't sound too bad, but that's just my humble opinion. At least he is not like the jokers I see buying land, building a castle, and then the Queen says, "Off with his head!" We all see daily stories of some Jack ass losing his whole retirement. I think this minimalist approach is quite wise.

[@CarefreeChris]

@@vinnie1711 Nothing to add. Said perfectly. Thanks Vinnie.

[@HumansLiveForMoments]

@@vinnie1711 yea. But what's the rush. Maybe pinays wouldn't go off with his head if he took time to appreciate more than just the women. Gotta agree with me atleast to some degree but coming from the west moves are made with $$$$

[@HumansLiveForMoments]

Classic deflection tactics nice

[@CarefreeChris]

​@@HumansLiveForMoments Vinnie brings up a good point but so do you and I'll answer your questions too Why expats so quick to play house, pay for pinays expenses and shack up so fast?? Do they think that's what's supposed to happen?? • Yes. The good girls aren’t into casual. If you want to rent a girl, they don’t have those expectations but it’s all about $ and emotionless and I’m just not into that. To each their own. I also find the short-term dating experience exhausting and you open yourself up to so many issues. I’d much rather find a good girl and get to know her. Just because there are millions of great women here to date doesn’t mean I need to try to date them all. So many men get lost in the dating here. • The place has multiple purposes A place for Mary Rose to be that’s safe & comfortable for her. She can focus on her education and complete her last year of college. Also, it’s a place for her and her friends to study together. Especially while I’m traveling. A place for me to be while I’m traveling around Leyte • “Get to know your surroundings meet people.” I agree wholeheartedly. I’ve lived in the Philippines going on two years now. The first 6 months I was here I didn’t date at all and did exactly what you’re suggesting. Look, this is how I’m doing it which doesn’t mean how you or anyone else should. It just what works for me and may not work for you or anyone else really. I do go back to Vinnie’s comment. It’s just a cost effective, smart move and everybody wins. I do appreciate your comment and thought Vinnie's comment was pretty much nail on the head.

[@norieojeda4561]

Hello sir do you remember me in jam massage ❤

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes of course. Great place. i'll be back for sure

[@Revfredtravels]

I would love that place I do not need much

[@CarefreeChris]

Exactly brother

[@user-pocoloco]

Less is more, live life simple.

[@billlloyd9755]

Mary Rose is saying get that camera off of me, Chris

[@Madameaying]

Haha lol nah, I'm cleaning that time.

[@CarefreeChris]

Eyeing!!!:)

[@beanbean321]

That place looks like 100 bucks a month .

[@CarefreeChris]

I know right. Love it:)

[@antoniorios3910]

That would be at least $1500 a month here in the bay area with free drive byes...

[@felixpena4138]

Did you feel the Northern Samar earthquake? - Felix P

[@CarefreeChris]

I did not

[@whoknows2054]

Is that, your stepdaughter?

[@CarefreeChris]

I wish she was here but sadly not.

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

She is his Yaya 🤜🤣🤛

[@whoknows2054]

@@1100_Rebels_PH he wouldn't get anything like that in the US. Well, I guess I'm going to the Philippines.

[@whoknows2054]

Yoyo

[@Michael-bi7zx]

No Hot Shower is a deal breaker

[@blockaderunner]

why not? it is Hot outside

[@CarefreeChris]

lol exactly. The last think I want to do is take a hot shower. Tap water temperature is just fine for me. It feel good honestly.

[@blockaderunner]

@@CarefreeChris especially with my wife in there sometimes

[@evans1120]

Didn’t you used to pay some enormous rent…like $3K per month USD?!? You really hit the extremes…

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes exactly

[@Msfili]

3 residences? baller

[@CarefreeChris]

Soon:)

[@Texasblaklive]

Nice

[@CarefreeChris]

So nice:)

[@stevesilver7437]

I would not mind living like that for a few years. Just to give it a try.

[@CarefreeChris]

Yeah I'm with ya. So beautiful and peaceful. Great place for a second residence.

[@lornapecaoco6468]

Good Price for Renting a one Bedroom for $100 dollrs

[@CarefreeChris]

So cheap

[@justaguy-69]

the best time to move to the philippines was 20 - 50 years ago, its so crowded with foreigners now its not the same, prices are going up and the whole atmosphere has changed, if you dont live there already dont plan on retiring there now.

[@CarefreeChris]

You just have to get out of the bubbles if you're looking for the original experience.

[@justaguy-69]

@@CarefreeChris i have been here since 2010 and watched the atmosphere change and the infrastructure and the prices and attitudes. if i was going to retire today i would try laos or cambodia. the philippines was the place to go 30 years ago, not so much 10 years ago, certainly now now.

[@1100_Rebels_PH]

@@justaguy-69 Everything changes. It would be sad if PH was still at the level of 30 years ago. Do you think that your favorite country got no changes? What changes irritate you, that you prefer Laos or Cambodia, both countries with a stiff communist history? I live here since 1992 and saw the changes. PH is not as poor as it was before. People here are not as submissive to foreigners as these like them to be. You are expected to adapt to them and not vice versa, if you want to live here. This has changed for sure. I don't find this irritating.

[@justaguy-69]

@@1100_Rebels_PH the vloggers earning money off of doing it as a side job here has become so rampant that they are now giving only 2 month extension on tourist visas instead of 6, and interviewing people to see if they are doing this,thats hard on those who have been here with wives and kids for a long time and liked to do balikbayan trips to vacation every few years, you are not allowed to work here earning money on a tourist visa, thats taking advantage. also there are a lot of foreigners doing things to push up prices and some are very negative in their videos as well. it was just nicer when foreigners were rare to see and it made it special to interact with filipinos . everyone has their own take on it and opinion but i liked it better before. and i'm scared it will get worse if the place keeps getting so many newcomers.

[@bigriceburner]

@@justaguy-69 so another words we are actually the cancer, sad but true. They were fine before our intervention. I was there in 1978 and believe me it was quite different then. I wish I would’ve stayed, I still miss my Noni.

[@stevenhull5025]

Not ideal for me as I like to cook. Kitchen is way too small and so is the bathroom. I have seen bigger places cheaper than $100. It is 2 hours from Manila though.

[@CarefreeChris]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bert-bb3cm]

You will have more fun in the PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 😊😅😮

[@CarefreeChris]

Yes. Love it here

[@amingsblog3099]

❤

[@CarefreeChris]

:)

[@forgottensage-o5o]

What on EARTH is this guy holding? An invisible light saber? I am completely tripping out.

[@CarefreeChris]

lol nice:)