Newbie Expats Exposed! Living the Dream or Nightmare in the Philippines

[@tomcataleno9128]

The 3 usual suspects !

[@-goldfinger2695]

Lol. Yep ❤

[@larryshort1485]

Do you get insurance there or just pay as you go?

[@jtainvestmentgroup3303]

Yes ! I watched the whole thing. It was good , thanks

[@Nole558]

How do I get a hold of you I’m coming there in about 4 to 5 weeks maybe sooner

[@colingilliland9567]

Thanks Guys very informative coming to Cebu Nov 23

[@noahcount7132]

From my perspective, Paul, this sort of forum, is appealing. You can't beat first-person information that's derived from the actual experiences of expats living in the Philippines. 👍

[@RetireandGo]

I agree This is a casual and honest format I really enjoyed it I’m glad they discussed these topics in frank honesty

[@bradleymiller7375]

​@@RetireandGoI agree! We'll done!

[@revelationmd]

Yep 💯

[@Landmantx]

I like the roundtable format. Goldfinger is always a character.

[@freecruiserbg]

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[@mikemcquinn6738]

For you three knuckleheads, that is a great forum, providing great information and entertainment. Hope you keep this up. A hearty thank you to all of you!!!

[@-goldfinger2695]

Thanks and your welcome 😁

[@frankiegee5260]

I recently returned from Davao, Philippines, and for individuals interested in migrating to this country, it is worth noting that a monthly budget of $1,000.00 USD is more than sufficient for a comfortable lifestyle. Wife and I purchased land and plan to begin construction on our home shortly.

[@PaulDavis-qy9ow]

Do you mean that's an affordable budget for renting apartment's, bills & food etc or did you mean your budget for your new home?

[@joebird1400]

You have to already have money in the bank...$1700 monthly is about what some Americans ss

[@glenncoody]

Watched from beginning to end! Definitely like the roundtable format. This answered many questions. Thanks to Paul, Goldfinger, and Darryl; much appreciated.👍

[@johnclark1469]

The group forum of input is great since we get multiple experiences and views on each subject on one video - saves having to go to many channels to get multiple perspectives on the same topics -( a benefit of having many vloggers there BTW. ) Good ideas and info X 3!

[@RetireandGo]

Good crossover conversation with expats I liked the casual and frank nature they discuss these topics that are often not covered

[@MarkJackson-vo3vs]

Hi Paul, Gold finger and Daryl, this is one of the best "advisory" communications about various experiences on a number of subjects, for persons planning to retire or live in the Philippines, a lot of sound, firsthand advice. Paul, keep doing what you do, all of your video's are entertaining and informative.

[@bonniejeffries188]

Sounds like Daryl is got it going on. Kudos to him. I like the way he planned and researched his move before leaving the US. I have been to Cebu twice while visiting the country. I liked many things about it. Love the format of this video.

[@-goldfinger2695]

Thanks Bonnie

[@therealityofit]

Thank you, Bonnie. At this time in my life, I know what I want and if I don't go for it, it simply won't happen.

[@myrnamorales5683]

I like BURGER KING😊😊

[@dm-fw3qu]

Yes, like the format. Yes do more of these. Very helpful. Thanks.

[@lavonyoung2366]

Great video. The two most important things about coming to Dumaguete or anywhere in the Philippines is #1 no one can tell if you are going to like it here. You have to experience it for yourself. #2 no one can tell you how much it will cost you to live here. It all depends on your lifestyle. I am spending twice what I had planned. I lived here for 6 years and thought I knew the Philippines well. That was 30 years ago and trust me everything is different now. I am not disappointed that I came here but I did have to do some recalibration.

[@harr0007]

Stayed the end, good info. I like the casual "structure". Good to see different perspectives on retirement there.

[@Michael_Lane_Fishing]

Stay fit, stay healthy. Be on the move, don't become lazy. Find purpose in your day.

[@jg-bd3hr]

I am right with Daryl on his attitude about no children no pets no smoking no alcoholics. Yes it may hurt my possibilities but I’m retired and the purpose of retirement is to enjoy life so outside of having a girlfriend or a wife I don’t want anything to slow it down. Sounds selfish but after 62 years I think I’ve earned it😇

[@thomassmallwood7518]

Same here!!

[@Mrbreezehd60]

I’m with you on that! The freedom to be spontaneous is what I desire. ✌️😎

[@kevinadams9468]

Any 62yo man (but not you necessarily) who says 'girlfriend' and not 'lady friend' is most of the expat problem in PI. No young lady wants a wrinkly old man with Rolaids breath and dentures - but they DO want your money. The word CREEPY only begins to describe many old men expats.

[@ifh4030]

Very helpful! I've been binging on The Filipina Pea and this gives a much more practical idea of what it looks like for foreigners just arriving.

[@glenncoody]

Love that Filipina Pea! 😍❤

[@WhoWouldWantThisName]

I think her channel is a great one to offer the insight of Filipinas or Filipinos even and particularly how they perceive us, etc.. So I love her videos but for a bit different kind of subject matter than what I learn from expats, like these guys. This channel is the best IMHO for that. I think more channels by native Filipinos would be great.

[@kevinkennedy6875]

Please continue to do these chats, Paul. They are both helpful and entertaining. I greatly appreciate them.

[@frankwhidden3297]

Great format. Extremely informative and realistic. Definitely do more of these.

[@k9companion231]

Great forum Paul. Learned a few new things which were very valuable. Thanks guys. God bless!

[@JAYY_JAYY]

Completely agree One of the reason I’m single in USA is I do not want to be involved with a women who had children or pets . I’m in 40’s and want to travel and live life . Slim pickings

[@RetireandGo]

Hey, I’m with you I feel the same and it’s not because I have anything against anyone I just went through those times already and I want to travel without these issues right now in my life

[@sdleasia]

Same here. I am in an LDR with a 38 year old, no kids, never married. We can just go on a whim.

[@garyburgmylifeandtimes6354]

Great conversation among friends, loved it. I don’t know if you can work on the mic as the conversation was something hard to hear, especially from Gold Fingers. You always seem to add to videos you’ve had in the past with new information and perspectives. Thanks for sharing

[@codywy5579]

Have more Darryl... great information ... thank you!

[@KiwiInPhilippines]

Great video Paul. Format, I like it, I'll give it five stars. Senor Goldfinger needs a mike too. Some of his remarks were harder to hear. I like the three amigos, could benefit from another crazy person, but 3 or 4 is great either way. Subject matter - great update, relevant prices, good geographic info, nice to have open information about mistakes made or encountered. Seems like the promised FB's didn't make it to the posted video. So three cheers to all 3 of you gentlemen, from a certified crazy person. As for future topics, I'd be happy to hear all you have to share, anything current is good, tales of the woods are top notch too. Who has the skills to make a welcome to Dumaguete arrival pack?

[@valeriek5020]

Paul's choice of men was excellent...........some can live real cheap and be ok with that and others strive for more of an american living lifestyle. Wonder how gossip fits into the different lifestyles.........one woman living better than the other.

[@williamfields9983]

I enjoyed the podcast very much. Hopefully you'll be able to do this every couple months and be able to maybe bring other people on the show the share their experiences.

[@RetireandGo]

It’s a nice conversation with expats to hear their experiences I really enjoyed this conversation

[@tramonte]

Thank you for this conversation, it was very informative!

[@stevehayes8755]

Nice one I like this form of honest information giving , looking forward to the next one .

[@davem8898]

Maybe the longest vlog I’ve watched but loved it! Was in duma last year and getting ready for my next trip to ph. Great format and info!

[@-goldfinger2695]

Thankyou ❤️

[@RetireandGo]

Thank you for the nice conversation with these folks !

[@michaelcassidy1864]

While I understand any man's reluctance to become involved with a lady who already has a child, I've been most fortunate to have been involved for years with a Pinay whose daughter was six when we first met. Now, at age 12, she is the most beautiful element in my life. She teaches me so much. And I love it all! Well, actually 90% of the time. With the remaining 10% somehow my unconditional love disappears. And that's acceptable. Have to go now. Sunshine just asked if I wanted to paint with her. How sweet it is!

[@ThanaykhwamMai-ff4ni]

U r fortunate.Thank God 🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@michaelcassidy1864]

@@ThanaykhwamMai-ff4ni

[@michaelcassidy1864]

Thank you. I've lived in many countries. Im originally from Ireland but I feel privileged to be lviing here, a guest of the generous Philippine people.

[@donwebb6776]

The roundtable format is a good idea, like you said every 6-8 weeks. Everyone has different takes. Love Paul's openness to share his channel with honest, humorous dudes.

[@dennisw5803]

I’ve been to both Cebu and Davao and found single ladies with no kids. I was very honest from day 1 of what I was looking for and clear about not wanting future kids. Told them if they wanted kids I was not their guy. So they are out there.

[@GerinPhils]

Most sage advice from Paul : "You're not here to fix the Philippines....You're here to have the Philippines fix you. This comment sums it all up.

[@valeriek5020]

To get up and move to another country when you are broken might not work for everyone.

[@tonytour4377]

The question is: do I want the Philippines to fix me?

[@RetireandGo]

This is so true It’s actually very stress relieving to realize you are not in country to fix things But instead … to just relax and enjoy

[@Dan-qm7ho]

Because you have a few good options of countries to choose from to get fixed... Remember.. its all about you this time around... Its your Agenda first before any woman from any country. If you let her Agenda before yours. ... you've wasted your decision and personal freedom.

[@valeriek5020]

@@tonytour4377 if you are broken why take the chance to travel to another country to fix what broke you. Know yourself enough to know what needs fixed before moving forward.

[@NealCollins-ho6yp]

It was great! Loved it. Very informative. I was glad to see Daryl! I have been wondering how he was doing. Seems like a very nice fellow. I love the house he found. I thought was really nice. Great advise and insight that you all shared. Hope one day to meet and shake hands with each of you.

[@keepitreal936]

Love this type of content Paul. I have been considering retiring to the Philippines and watch alot of your videos. I have learned a lot from them and will heed some of your advice for sure. Thanks and keep posting stuff like this!!!!!

[@floribertosousa2251]

Great 👍 video and great format Paul with very good information from three different people with three different "prospects" and ways of doing things there. The only thing that I would ask or "recommend" Paul is the SOUND. It seemed a little "far away" from the subjects and also a little "echoed",.. maybe from the type of room it was recorded,..it made some of the conversations a little hard to "hear/understand" even with the volume all the way up. Keep up the great 👍 work Paul and thank you.

[@anunnaki64]

Great forum! Like it! Thanks Old dog!

[@jwhite2847]

Good video, guys. I enjoyed the content.

[@Wakeupandsniffthecoffee]

I enjoy these videos because I treat them like a podcast. I put my earbuds on and my phone in my pocket and spend the day working in my yard or on my cars. I'm single and retired living in Virginia. I was very lucky to find 1.6 acres of fruit trees, a barn, two story house and have added chickens, ducks a goose and now a turkey. The weather gets hot and humid in the summer and cold in the winter, but Virginia is in that sweet spot. I'm probably 10' above the water level of the rivers and back from the ocean, protected. While the Northeast is flooding from torrential rains and other places are unbearably hot or subject to forest fires, we have weather that is just right. I would maybe visit the Philippines on vacation, but constant hot, humidity and rain is not my thing. I can get to great beaches here and grew up in the ocean and at the beaches, I don't miss it much and appreciate the weather changes here. My house is now almost doubled in value, my solar electric provides all my power needs and it runs my HVAC basically free for perfect indoor climate. The one attraction for me is being able to live in a fraction of my income. While I do make more than I spend, I also help with grandkids financially. So extra money to travel for a month is not in the cards yet, but may be next year. As far as your videos, I enjoy that I can do things and listen to it. I don't have to do more than glance at you all occasionally and just listen to you and your experiences.

[@SamCosentino]

Very helpful and insightful, Paul and gang. Thanks.

[@-goldfinger2695]

Thank you

[@jaymarquis1913]

I absolutely love this format thank you Paul

[@keithandes2804]

Love this forum!! More please!!

[@alocarioca]

Interesting advice Paul, you and your girlfriend meet during a time you weren’t really thinking about finding “THE ONE!” and things just happened organically, and you realized things fell into place naturally. You’re a wise man Paul and I enjoy old dog’s advices and definitely enjoy learning from them new tricks. Thanks 🙏 Brotha.

[@RetireandGo]

It seems that’s how it happens haha You are not looking and that’s when you meet someone Maybe they are in the same mind set perhaps

[@AndrossMoonah]

This was fantastic! Many of us want to know about the realities and downsides of every aspect of moving and living overseas in SouthEast Asia. Thanks and cheers.

[@mikelauersdorf2992]

I appreciated the round table. Good info...

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christophersnowden4071]

most informative video yet, great content, goldfinger and the other guy are a nice contrastto each other. thank you

[@jarlathquinn5722]

An excellent video, thank you Paul and guys 😊

[@JimMillsCSLC]

I’ve been preparing to retire to the Philippines for three years and Duma was always at the top of my list. I’ve noticed a subtle change in the attitude of some-not all- American expats the past six months around other expats settling there. It’s very off putting and I’ve totally changed my focus and am now looking elsewhere to settle. As for too many vloggers, I guess success breeds success. Great discussion, thank you all.

[@Mao-Digs-Escariote]

They are mostly in dumaguete. go to bohol, Bicol region, Leyte or Iloilo instead.

[@everettcarithers6715]

Great information from all of you.

[@MrPipvampire]

Excellent forum with tons of useful info. Thanks.

[@roberthowland6983]

Great info should keep this exact content coming!

[@troymoses8405]

Always appreciate this type of forum, very informative. Thanks for sharing.

[@ramzienix8796]

you guys are very honest great narrators thinks for being upfront and precise i would love to hear more about the women interaction with foreigners great job.

[@Offgridwealthmanagement]

Hey guys, great episode, hope to meet you when I'm out there on my scouting trip- Glenn

[@davea3329]

Interesting video and comments from Daryl with regards to staying safe from false accusations. I’ve never heard that before on any Philippines vlog channel, totally makes sense. Interesting comments on Duma from goldfinger, he was so well behaved , ha . And interesting comments on inflation from Old Dog , sounds like the PI is experiencing that like everywhere else.

[@TheOUboy]

Great conversation and some good tips

[@sallyfromcali9190]

DARYL: keep on , keeping on. Ignore the chis-mis. Critical thinking and logic isn’t always a strong point for many Filipinas (not all of course, just some) .. Nothing wrong with being selective and wanting good chemistry. And I love the line “don’t want to be with someone just to be with… “ She’s out there. Stay well guys 😊

[@therealityofit]

Thank you very much for your comments. I will heed your advice. 😊

[@jonathanjones9870]

Thanks Paul I enjoyed the video and I did like this format. I’m looking forward to more.

[@jaygladysadventures7312]

Very good video Paul and the group

[@lindafaber4492]

I like this kind a forum talking about the truth👌thank you

[@TNolan-d5x]

Paul, this is the best forum that I like and appreciate. You provide so much information, on so many different topics of interest. The three of you are so funny to watch and listen to, I didn't even notice how long the video lasted.

[@KevinVanRooyen-ik1pr]

Hi Paul, thanks for all the great advice. And thanks for the fun chat and laughs. All the best to goldfinger and the other friend 😊

[@CanadaPhilippinesAdventures]

Hi Paul - Gold finger & Darryl, great format. Just a good old down to earth type of conversation sharing - I enjoyed! Thx for sharing.

[@-goldfinger2695]

Yes it did 👍👍👍

[@Daskitzeit]

Liked the format, interesting take on the same topics from three completely distinct personalities, well done!

[@davideck4118]

Good format, practical info - thank you

[@abielpaz3187]

Hey, I'm your first viewer on this video 😀😀😀!!!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Yes you are!

[@larryestep4167]

Hey Paul watch you every time I can, and enjoy it.

[@judekidder]

Glad to see Daryl doing better. Good table talk. Great discussion.

[@arcuskhozar]

Oh I am one of the four that's still with you? cool! Yeah Paul I liked it!

[@TexasT-Bone1970]

I have been in Philippines 7 weeks now. Spent the first 4 weeks in a hotel in Cebu City. Finally found a new condo for lease in Mandaue City. Yes, I also got sick for about one week after arriving (respiratory). Looked at about 12 different condos in the Cebu metro area before settling on Mandaue City. I agree with Daryl regarding the no pets, no kids, and no alcoholics. I also agree with Daryl on his reasoning. I also am waiting until I get everything set up and situated the way I want it before pursuing a relationship. My condo came fully furnished but I added a second refrigerator and a clothes dryer. Kudos to Goldfinger on the helmet drives. Great cause. I began the SRRV process today. I am waiting to receive the SRRV before I purchase a vehicle because I've been informed that you can't register a vehicle without either an ACR card or a SRRV card. I've decided to purchase a Ford Ranger truck that will be in the $26,000.00 range much like Daryl's vehicle. I like Daryl's outlook on finding "the right one" not just anyone. I like Daryl's outlook regarding being free to wake up one morning and deciding to grab the girlfriend and hop over to another island on a whim. Yes, I enjoy the roundtable format. Very informative and very entertaining. I still find it humorous about Daryl turning out to be, not of his choosing, to be a "ladyboy magnet"!🤣🤣Keep up the great videos. Always entertaining. Tell Goldfinger I'm sending his helmet back. It didn't fit!🤣🤣I brought 4 checked bags and 2 carryon bags with me. I got a price shock yesterday when my son told me it would cost $6,700.00 to ship my 12 household boxes via UPS tp the Philippines. So I am now researching a more cost effective way to ship. I have utilized Amazon to order some items and have them shipped to the Philippines and I found it very easy and reasonable. There are very few items that are covered under the Amazon "free shipping to the Philippines" category. Very limited. If you order something that can't be shipped to the Philippines it tells you when you go to the checkout section. I found t6hat it was easy to select multiple same items and then sort them out at checkout because I could then see what can and can't be shipped to the Philippines. 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@-goldfinger2695]

Look into balikbayan box shipments to the Philippines, it was $100 per large box before COVID.. now I don't know the costs today. But way cheaper than FedEx.or UPS .. ❤ And thanks for watching and the positive kind words 🙏

[@TexasT-Bone1970]

@@-goldfinger2695 Thanks Goldfinger. I will follow up on that. I really appreciate your helmet drives!!! What a great cause!! Thanks again for the info.

[@liliaabellanosa8424]

Try to inquire about LBC cargo and / or Atlas cargo or shipping. It should not cost that much. They have boxes from extra large or jumbo to small boxes or similar sizes from Home Depot. It’s a door to door delivery that most Filipinos use for sending boxes. For this shipping, charges are per box sizes not weight.

[@TexasT-Bone1970]

Thanks@@liliaabellanosa8424

[@StephenZelenSr]

Sound great . I’d love for you to go to the small prov’s . Great video … best one I’ve seen .

[@MrPiratebrain]

I love the style of this video. Very entertaining.

[@Smith-zo5xh]

Enjoyed video, thanks

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danhoopes507]

Love the straight talk and info on the Philippines and hope you guys are cool.

[@stevemaroney5567]

Great new format…..thanks!

[@lth1072]

Cool video. All of these dudes are fun to listen to .

[@bradmc3127]

Awesome video Paul. I like this format. Just the guys talking…..

[@rednegsnartevoli5737]

Thanks for uploading .. very informative video indeed .. Greetings from Ireland 🎉

[@CharlesNewcomb]

Dang this video was perfect timing I am just a few weeks away from my move

[@billybob7522]

I enjoyed the format and the bouncing off of each other. It generated lots of useful information.

[@saulgoodman7221]

Hey Paul. Always enjoy getting the notifications about new videos!! I'm gleaning a lot of good info from all you vlogers.

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Glad you like them!

[@RetireandGo]

This was a nice discussion with these gentleman Good information Honest talk about what they are looking for

[@MyLifeThai371]

I talked to one of the Filipinos from another island and she was on vacation in Dumaguete and she said every other retiree she met in Dumaguete is a Vlogger!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

sounds like she gets around

[@AidaJof]

​@@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234😂

[@GregGreen-e8l]

Yeh, keep these coming. Some topics that I'd like to know more about is sending packages from the US, Driver's License and motorscooter registration, do you pay duties bringing in household goods. MORE VIDEO'S !!! Thanks. -G

[@benshephard5573]

One of my favorite videos you have made

[@yvesmercier4885]

Hey Paul I enjoyed your video and the interaction with your friends. I find your videos informative. I will be in manila in the middle of November for the first time. I have been to Thailand before and will be in the Philippines for 3 months. I am looking for somewhere to retire so I will see if I like it. But now because of your video I will give dumagette a try.

[@allen9129]

This is a dam good video an lots of interesting material that was discussed. I learned from this. After all these years traveling back an fourth, this vid really helped. Especially about the Realtor.

[@internationalplayboy8685]

I like the discussion roundtable format. Very informative.

[@-goldfinger2695]

Thanks 👍

[@TheBinko1]

Thank you for your honest open discussion Paul. Love the format and it really helps us guys planning to come out there soon. 👍

[@frankornelaz8234]

Another great video. Thanks

[@PhilippineSupreme]

Paul I love the round table format.

[@EvenStevensss]

Liked that format!!

[@matthewswitzer1448]

I like this content. Very real and unscripted. 👍

[@richard8181]

Watched until the end all good info and concurred with EVERYTHING🧘‍♀️ Paul please place the microphone on the table so I can hear clearly. Great stuff keep it up 🇦🇺🍻

[@RawContent]

hey paul- took a break from YT for a month Im back...keep up the good content!!

[@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234]

Thanks, will do!

[@P-TownReport]

It’s been eight months since this was originally posted. I love the format and the casual conversation much like you would have meeting for coffee. I’m sure. I hope you continue to add them to your normal routine and postings.

[@davidsadowsky6881]

Good format. Good info.

[@davidsadowsky6881]

This video actually made the idea of moving far less intimidating. And seemly more a possibly. The only thing I wonder about is the other video when your friend was moving back because of medical issues. That gives me pause.

[@sunnyskys2428]

Alot of good insights!

[@JPBARON25]

Aloha Paul! great video and great crew! I was looking for the Facebook link about Goldfinger's bicycle helmet project. Was that in the description or can any of the crew on here reply here with the link. Mahalo!

[@-goldfinger2695]

Try it again It's now posted Thanks

[@JPBARON25]

@-goldfinger2695 Donation for the September Helmet event sent. Best of Luck!

[@stephenjemilo5223]

Hey Paul, great video. I find these long form, open topic interviews/panels to be the best. The discussion is kind of rudderless and just goes where it goes. Sometimes a train wreck, sometimes gold. The advice from you and the boys is, as always, right on point. We all have our own definition of what our life should be and what our needs and expectations are. No right answer, no wrong answer. I agree that 60-90 days for a scouting trip is needed. The longer the better. I would imagine after 60 days the "newness" wears off and you start to settle into life in the Philippines. May or may not be for you. Going from a 100 MPH lifestyle in the West to the screeching halt in the Philippines takes some adjustment. Paul said it best with "Don't come here to change the Philippines, come here so the Philippines can change you.". May or may not be for you. I plan on my Philippine scouting trip in about a year or two when I get everything in line. Only 1 way to find out crazy people......

[@dinod-americaninthephilipp9238]

Paul, the forum was good for the new people you are trying to help out. I have been in Butuan city 4 years, I understand a lot of the problems here

[@craiginswflorida9324]

I'm with Daryl. Work all your life, now it's Your time.

[@bobbythespaceghost51]

Thank you so much for the information!

[@-goldfinger2695]

Your welcome

[@DaveThompson-u8v]

Thank you guys, this was an hour of my time well spent. There's no substitute for experience.

[@BrianFuller-q8k]

One other thing to advise people coming here is to have an idea of what activities you are going to do once settled. If you have been working all your life then suddenly not working and in a new country, the days can get long setting in the house. Are you going to a bar all day or a coffee shop. Have at least a couple of different types of activities you want to do so you can do either. Part of the appeal of the Philippines is the different things that can be done, but a person needs to get out and do those things.