Philippines Condo Life

[@perdidomar]

Man, I really like your channel. Very genuine and real world. Thanks so much!

[@BrittMcalister]

@@perdidomar Thanks for watching.

[@johnrencher442]

Wow, love the condo and the facilities… We need more of these , giving us all hope that we to can escape the USA… Your enthusiasm is infectious and inspiring… Thank you sir and may you continue to live the good life and have good health…. Blessings to you sir…

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks so much.

[@SamWheat-x3c]

I love how upbeat you are. Glad you're living your best life!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you!! 😊

[@mattclark7718]

Love your attitude about life and your videos. Your channel is destined to be a hit.

[@BrittMcalister]

I appreciate that!

[@britteresa8432]

Its is breathtaking view 😍 beautiful condo thank you for sharing!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much.

[@azspeedster5465]

Britt, you are truly living your best life in the Philippines! You have a beautiful condo and the views are amazing! Keep up your great videos on living in the Philippines. All the best to you.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much!!

[@NELSONLOPEZ-iy3np]

@@azspeedster5465 plus he LOOKS! Like a Million Dollar man😊!

[@jonmarchilgers384]

Paul’s interview really boosted your viewer and subscriber ship. Goo for you! Dig your place. Cheers to your continued success in the New Year. From So. Cal., JM

[@BrittMcalister]

Much appreciated!

[@m.a.3349]

Same age as you and thoughts of moving and somehow I stumble across your channel ! Awesome man !

[@BrittMcalister]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@LeoTheGio]

@Britt...Soon, a luxury mall will rise within the complex with two residential towers on top of the podium. If you notice, there's already a green fence near the entrance of the Marco Polo Hotel. That area will launch soon, sometime 1st quarter of this year. Another mixed-use complex will also rise about 500 meters uphill with 3 residential towers and a lifestyle mall by Gaisano. You won't need to drive down JY Square or IT Park for your grocery needs anymore! Right next door, at the 128 Nivel Hills Twin Towers mixed-use complex, currently in finishing stages, will also feature retail and restaurants at the lower floor of the podium.

[@BrittMcalister]

@@LeoTheGio sounds great.

[@Grandpa_Mike]

Thanks for the great tour👍🏼

[@BrittMcalister]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@KevinShriner]

1 more year! Been watching all the videos and I've never been before but can't wait. When I build up some more time off I'll definitely reach out as I'd like to take a vacation there first. Appreciate the content!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks so much.

[@frankornelaz8234]

Very awesome place . Very peaceful. Thanks for sharing

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for visiting

[@MrTravolta24]

Really great condo. I've only stayed in Manila - BGC, Makati, Greenbelt, etc, but I'll definitely check Cebu out after seeing this.

[@michaelmcalister8263]

Awesome video. Looks like a great place to live.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much.

[@belovedalicevasquez5522]

Great video, Sir! Enjoy your stay, and Thank God for you, for loving the Philippines! 🙏🇵🇭💖

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you! 😃

[@chrisj302]

Thanks for sharing. Marco Polo is an older complex but nicely built. Amazing views but in the middle of no where. You can’t walk to anything. Also it’s surrounded by local and squatters villages so lots of roosters and karaoke around you.

[@BrittMcalister]

I love it here. But I ride my bike everywhere.

[@BrittMcalister]

Never been bothered by any noise. Guess the building is well insulated.

[@richg3334]

It's 8 minutes to IT Park and 13 to Ayala Mall. Couple bucks each way on Grab I'm guessing. I stayed at the Quest hotel next to Ayala and walked for miles all over Cebu and it's not a"walkable" city to begin with. Definitely a lot closer than I would have expected for a price to quality ratio like that. I'm going to check it out. $15/night. Incredible.

[@dstyles997]

I can't believe you went through this entire presentation without actually mentioning the price.

[@BrittMcalister]

$430 per month. Sorry.

[@MelsDiner115]

Really? ?? That’s it. $430 is like monthly cell phone bill. Hard to believe.

[@BrittMcalister]

@MelsDiner115 That's what I pay. Love it here.

[@matrices3987]

​@@BrittMcalisterthat's nearly impossible to get this low of a price. The agents, owners etc are level 10 scam artists. I can't get half of them to even tell me the price of their listings.

[@Boxster2024]

$430, that's a deal!

[@mistermcluvin2425]

Great video, Marco Polo is a great condo development and you did an excellent job showing it. Keep up the great work and ignore the trolls.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much.

[@nedfox6682]

It’s brilliant, thank you for you tubing this.🎉

[@BrittMcalister]

@@nedfox6682 Thanks for watching.

[@nightguy5796]

I had to subscribe you seem like such a nice guy. Still hunting for where I’m going to live over there. April can’t come soon enough.

[@BrittMcalister]

Check out Cebu City. Could give you a tour.

[@NSAKEY]

Great video. Can you please tell me if this condo has a backup generator, and if that generator works for all outlets in the condo, as well as for the elevators? Thanks.

[@ntnurobert218]

Looks great! Living in luxury, enjoy every day !

[@danhelton6496]

Well done! I am staying at that Hotel soon so glad I got a preview!!!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for commenting.

[@johnc202]

Great video Britt, I was happy to see Marco Polo.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks so much.

[@Shreddddder]

Where I live in San Diego California cost is 10 X that with fewer amenities. Unreal. More videos like this of Lifestyle. Great video Britt I'm a new Sub Wowiee

[@BrittMcalister]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaeldoyle8444]

New sub, my wife and I live in Cebu province. keep up the good videos

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you! Will do!

[@lifewithkrisb]

Great video bud!

[@BrittMcalister]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@yngverodli]

happy new year. i have started my countdown to expat living and cebu looks like a great city to start with. thank you forbreaking ground for us. best wishes from winter in norway.

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

I have been watching Philippine expat videos for 8 months now, from here in San Francisco, California. From the hundreds of hours I have put into this, Cebu is the best location to first plant your flag. Once settled there for a year or so, you can explore other options. IMO Cebu is the best modern city in all the Philippines. As Britt alluded, traveling around the city you will feel you are in any modern U.S. or European city. Also IMO don't waste your time thinking about Manila. That city is the worst. Finally, coincidentally I had been seriously interested in the "Marco Polo Residences" (that's the name of the condo project). So with Britt showing the Hotel, I plan to fly to Cebu and stay for a week at the "Marco Polo Plaza, Cebu" to look for a condo (I need a two bedroom, two bath though, that at Marco Polo Residences fully furnished rent for about $1,000 USD). By the way, I checked the prices for the best room at the Hotel. It is $59 a night. Here in San Francisco an equivalent room would be $500 USD per night. Pack your bags!

[@Benny-mp5bs]

You’re making it happen man. Good for you. I hope to follow your footsteps soon. Your channel is growing fast well done. You should do a collab with fly me to the Philippines. It would boost your channel and they seem like amazing people. Good luck!

[@williamdavidson4576]

With Britts vids, I think that we're all going to be following in his footsteps sooner than we had imagined, lol.

[@robertkraut6239]

Thanks for doing this video. You are living in a beautiful place. Thanks again for all your time and hard work to make these videos. Robert

[@BrittMcalister]

My pleasure!

[@agneskempis-cruz7981]

😊I still love being in a house, with front yard /backyard...

[@Gregory-Masovutch]

There's no comparison with a custom home on a 1,000 square meter lot and have space. It's worth It's weight in gold.

[@ProfessorSmoothGames]

Fantastic View.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for commenting.

[@jimmykeller6588]

I’m hopeful to have all my stuff sold and moved over there by end of May. I like that option with all the amenities.Do they always have available units available and do you know when the new tower will be done and how many units there will be. I think it would be great to find some expats that can get to know. I am excited just like you and I’m 53 also

[@BrittMcalister]

There's always units. They just started tower 5. Probably be years.

[@willmoyle4041]

I'm married to a filipina from dumaguete We live in Auckland New Zealand 🇳🇿 I know many Filipino people Love their culture I'm kiwi Maori I'm soooooo tempted to move to Philippines 🇵🇭 probably 2 to 3 years away as I will be in a great financial space Love your videos 📹

[@BrittMcalister]

@@jimmykeller6588 Tower 4 was just finished not too long ago. Tower 5 just broke ground. Seems to always available units.

[@Kimonha]

I met you last year at Chris’ coffee meetup. You look way healthier.

[@KevinVenturePhilippines]

Best views from a condo I have seen yet! Wow! I am more of a province just outside of the city on the beach kinda guy, but when I get there and visit Cebu I will wear a nice shirt and walk in like I live there. Kidding! Kidding! Lol. But seriously, it is very nice.

[@pocholoflores1761]

Britt watching from Colorado Springs,Colorado the reason why you’re so happy 😅is you’re living a life in a discount!!!🎉 subscribed already enjoy

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much.

[@Cool_Breeze_Rockies]

Hey Pocholoflores, I'm here in the Springs as well. Rent is killing me, man. lol I may be have a cup of jo with Britt soon if this keeps up.

[@pocholoflores1761]

@@Cool_Breeze_Rockieswe’ve been here in Springs since 1995 and I just retired last January 2024 I’m 53 turning 54 next week wouldn’t mind going back to the Philippines 🇵🇭 and live life in a discount

[@pocholoflores1761]

@@Cool_Breeze_Rockieswe might have a cup of jo with Britt😅 that’s funny 😅

[@aaronjones2554]

Very nice, just discovered your channel, great content.

[@BrittMcalister]

Welcome aboard!

[@BeerBikes]

wow nice condo and amazing view. awesome amenities and a decent gym, i’m sold! furnished or unfurnished?

[@BrittMcalister]

Fully furnished.

[@jpr7365]

Awesome videos Britt...can you do a video on the nightlife and dating scene in Cebu please? Cheers

[@margaretspencer9842]

Lovely condo Thanks for a nice video

[@BrittMcalister]

So nice of you

[@Misterdave998]

Britt is a handsome and friendly southerner 🇺🇸

[@wanderlustasia]

You chose the right condo block to live. A balcony would be cool, but you have large windows so that's good. The buffet at MP is my favorite in Cebu. I have some friends living at City Lights with those green domes you showed but the noise of people and roosters from that favella next door was annoying when I visited. How do you get the two camera views while filming ? I like it

[@BrittMcalister]

It's a feature on Samsung. Dual video mode.

[@ameliatongol9266]

New subscriber here from Seattle Washington thank you for choosing Philippines as your second home i love your condo and the view is amazing are they selling the condo or for rent and where is Marco polo located at, i goggle it , its in Ortigas its beautiful area love it.

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@dragonrick54]

I appreciate your feedback on my previous video. My partner and I recently stayed at the Avida Riala near 38 Park Avenue, and our daily routine included a multi-mile walk around a vacant lot offering views of the hilltop towers, which I now believe to be the Marco Polo condominiums. We are interested in renting a unit there upon my permanent relocation, and I hope to secure a suitable rental property. Thank you for the virtual tour; I anticipate a future meeting. We share a commonality: enthusiastically enjoying our time in the Philippines.

[@BrittMcalister]

I did have a great realtor. Here's her contact info: [e-mail]

[@gericornista8133]

It is very beautiful indeed!!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks so much.

[@DavidSmith-cq4dq]

Thanks for sharing very interesting

[@BrittMcalister]

My pleasure

[@dreamthread]

Man your channel is blowing up Good content

[@BrittMcalister]

Appreciate that

[@BrittMcalister]

This is the 1st video where i did a little editing. Still have a lot to learn. I'm sure my merging could have been better.

[@inspiringoptimism2387]

@@BrittMcalister You are doing just fine, Britt, keep up the good work

[@1951Roy]

Thanks, Happy new year.

[@BrittMcalister]

Happy new year!

[@charliemulligan1988]

Excellent video Britt. I will see you in April after Mexico and Cambodia. I will check out Marco Polo. I may stay three months in Philippines with Marco Polo. let me stay one month.?

[@BrittMcalister]

Leases here are 6 months or more. I would check out 38 Park Avenue.

[@charliemulligan1988]

@@BrittMcalister do you have any idea what they get for one month?

[@ogcali9291]

We bought nextdoor at 128 Nevil Hills. Waiting for turnover in 2026. The buffet at Marco is pretty good.had the buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner before.

[@jimhayd7857]

Britt. Friendly suggestions. 1. please tell us in each video what city you are in; 2. always tell us prices, especially for condos. Good luck

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for the tips! I'm to all this. I will get better.

[@liquidgrooves1]

Thanks for the video!

[@BrittMcalister]

You're welcome!

[@dougcallahan171]

How about washer and dryer? Where do you get your clothes washed?

[@dealerdude]

In the laundry room on the top floor

[@rickymartinez4046]

Most Marco Polo Condo have laundry room. For some smaller units they have washers and dryers combo.

[@BrittMcalister]

Has washer/dryer. I show it in video.

[@prairiemark4084]

Great video....Is the occupancy a little low these days?

[@BrittMcalister]

@@prairiemark4084 I truly don't know the answer. But I do love it here.

[@mh8757]

Thanks for the tour! Do you rent month to month or did you sign a one-year lease? Would you recommend one of the newer Towers over Tower 1? Is Tower 1 the only tower to also be a hotel? Do you only have to pay for access to the hote guest pool? Is the other pool included as a long-term resident. How long does it take to get to the city or the main airport from there?

[@BrittMcalister]

6 months minimum

[@BrittMcalister]

I like all the towers. I wanted to be closer to the road and hotel.

[@BrittMcalister]

There is a fee of 850 pesos during the week. 650 of it goes to your food and drink bill. Good deal.

[@BrittMcalister]

But there are 5 pools for free.

[@Joey-od1ol]

Now is the best time to grab yourself a condo unit here im PH. With all the Chinese POGO workers gone, the rental rates will surely go down and the availability is high.🇵🇭🇺🇲

[@johnjuhl4756]

Are these towers built to California's earthquake standards and can they withstand the frequent Typhoons

[@BrittMcalister]

@@johnjuhl4756 From Google: When purchasing a home from this leading residential property, you are sure that each unit follows the stipulated structural code for condos in the Philippines. Even the strongest earthquakes won't bring them down.

[@EdTy-e2l]

Hi thats awesome condo!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thank you so much.

[@BasedInBrazil]

Damn talk about gringo gouging! That's 1400 pesos / $24 USD / $148 BRL, even a meal at a mid end Brazilian buffet restaurant is less than half that at $70 reais. Gramado, 🇧🇷 has some expensive high end restaurants $200 BRL+ a plate but near-by hotels often give 2 for 1 meal coupons. However the good english levels in The 🇵🇭 are a definite plus. Anyway now for my question: Anything like that in Baguio city?

[@LeoTheGio]

@BasedInBrazil....Certainly, you don't understand a thing about his statements. The price for the meal Britt was referring to was already either buffet or upscale, not a casual meal. A buffet here in Cebu is very common. A luxury buffet meal ranges between P300 to P2,500 depending on the location and you should take note that it's unlimited food and drinks. A casual meal would cost you between P100 to P200 only depending on the dish, good for one person.

[@andrewkamchi7478]

Great stuff Britt. I pay more than your rent for my HOA in Savannah… in a building with no amenities. I may or may not have shed some tears as I saw what you get for your money but I am going to go with ‘something got in my eyes and made them tear up’, haha. Good for you.

[@FlaGrown1955]

I wish I could get my husband to move there at least to save money. It would be nice to meet you. Thank you for taking us along. What airline flies there and what airport does it fly into? What is a good hotel to stay at? Please take us to the closest stores or markets that are easy to get to and the ones you use.

[@BrittMcalister]

You are so welcome. I dont recall the airline. It was a 22 hour flight from Atlanta. About $900 one way back in 2024.

[@jimvega842]

Very nicely done. I'm going later this year and I'll check Marco Polo. How much is the rent? How about the garage and condo fees. 🤔🌹❤️

[@BrittMcalister]

30,000 pesos.

[@Robmar40]

What is the size and rent for your cozy 1-br condo?

[@BrittMcalister]

52 Sq meters for $430 per month

[@Robmar40]

@@BrittMcalister Nice. I rent a 34sm 1 br condo in Bangkok for 21k baht per month.

[@Robmar40]

The views from your condo are amazing.

[@mexvette8209]

@@BrittMcalisteris your condo furnished included in the rent?

[@user-ni1mh3ne3e]

Looks absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for the tour. Is there an immigration office nearby?

[@BrittMcalister]

You can do it all online. I use the Lapu Lapu immigration office. About 30 minutes away.

[@jameshall2299]

I’m curious if you have ever been to Thailand and if so, how you think it compares to the Philippines. I’m 54, retired at 51 on a modest monthly income and I love Thailand and really like danang Vietnam. I will be in Vietnam for a month in march and then I’m headed to Malaysia for a month and then back to Thailand for 6 weeks.

[@BrittMcalister]

Haven't been yet. Heard good things about Thailand.

[@StuartBehrens]

You may have mentioned the cost what was the price for a 1 bedroom?

[@BrittMcalister]

They are at 35,000 pesos.

[@meditatesleepandtravel8795]

Hi​@@BrittMcalister is that price rent? Or rent-to-own price? For how long? Thanks! Great vlog. New subscriber here.

[@BrittMcalister]

@meditatesleepandtravel8795 Just a year to year lease.

[@tarzanjediofthejungle7887]

cool camera set up, picture in picture, how is it accomplished?

[@BrittMcalister]

Samsung A55 comes with it.

[@tarzanjediofthejungle7887]

@@BrittMcalister Thanks.

[@UNKNOWN-un6nz]

Wish life guards were at pool 24/7 kinda so if one get cramp. Very very nice place

[@RotaryTeamVincent]

I've been at the hotel in the past, where my Filipina performed, but did not realize they had a condo development. Thanks for sharing. Do they have shore term rental units?

[@BrittMcalister]

6 months and longer.

[@michaelmcalister8263]

Great job!

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for the visit

[@joeboyd5349]

Thanks for the tour, how about air pollution around that area

[@BrittMcalister]

No issues. Sometimes after long rides on the bike I get a slight cough. That's on a 5 hour ride.

[@jimbo3609]

Are you renting or owned it? If renting how much are you paying? I love the place.

[@BrittMcalister]

Year to year lease. $430

[@jimbo3609]

@@BrittMcalister Good deal! Thanks

[@concesasanpedro3600]

Thank you for sharing

[@BrittMcalister]

My pleasure

[@sauce35353535]

Great video! Where did you find your condo?

[@BrittMcalister]

Got a realtor to show me all the ones at Marco Polo. Saw 9 in one day.

[@MRBIGSLICK66]

Really Nice Place Marco Polo. How much for a one bedroom if you don’t mind please?

[@BrittMcalister]

They're on the market for 35,000 pesos. $600

[@BrittMcalister]

You can get much cheaper. Less than $400 for a one bedroom. I'll show it in another video.

[@369dabbler]

Looks a real homely condo Is it possible to rent a studio or 1 bed there for the month of February? Apart from air bnb is there a notice board in the lobby for such rentals? Many thanks

[@BrittMcalister]

I can ask my realtor friend.

[@369dabbler]

@ I’d appreciate that

[@rinphil]

I to would be interested to know if they do Monthly short term rentals Britt. Great breakdown of appartment/amenities.👍

[@silversurfer6758]

Just seen a 1 bedroom, 1 bed condo in tower 2 Marco Polo for $3,200 for month of March on airbnb. How many times more than the going rate is that?

[@BrittMcalister]

The going rate is $600 per month.

[@silversurfer6758]

@@BrittMcalister Is $600 for a 12 month rental contract Britt, or something more short term? Does it include pool, cinema, gym and other facilities? Thanks

[@coreyjensen5882]

Nice video

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks

[@Dutchy-1168]

You have a great place there for a reasonable rent

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for watching.

[@cgheorgh]

Hi Britt, I am interested in the day pass for the pool at the hotel. I live in IT Park. Do you know if prior registration is necessary or just drop in and also is it hard to catch a taxi back to IT Park around 6 pm? Thanks Christian

[@BrittMcalister]

Just show up.

[@Mikerush1961]

Hey Britt, wonderful video. Just wondering if you could do a video on how you got yourself set up when you first arrived in the Philippines. Did you Airbnb it or just stay in a hotel? Thanks

[@BrittMcalister]

That video is next.

[@ricklanier8811]

awesome video! just subscribed to your channel. seen your tarheels hat in one of your videos. are you from North Carolina? if so Greensboro here. but will be phillipines soon

[@BrittMcalister]

Thanks for viewing. Look me up when you're here.

[@Qima1]

@11:37 he said Cebu city is "Like any major city you have seen in the US" This guy is off the charts a romantic, butterflies and unicorns projective type that is completely disconnected from seeing complete pictures of my city. I have been here full time for 5 years and like it, but descriptions should be connected to at least 10% of reality.

[@yootoobed]

Good vid Britt ! did you get yourself a gimbal yet for cam stabilization ? You've got a great place - just big enough - All the best!

[@BrittMcalister]

Yes I have

[@PassportDialectic]

No price?… Wow. C’mon, dude. I'm landing in Manila 03, 01, 35. Still hunting around for my official retirement city.

[@BrittMcalister]

Mine is 25,000 pesos. You can get studios right beside mall starting at 20,000 pesos. Sorry, I'm new to KZbin.

[@stevensmith8328]

How long does it take to get to IT Park and Ayala Mall by public transportation, taxi, and/or your own scooter?

[@MactanMurray]

6 minutes - or 30 minutes - depending on traffic. There is a tough intersection halfway between the two.

[@BrittMcalister]

8 minutes.

[@rickymartinez4046]

I live here tower 2. 8 minutes to Ayala Center by car. 6 minutes to IT. Very close.

[@mikecool3378]

It will be nice if you mention the rent thank you

[@BrittMcalister]

Mines 25,000 pesos. That's $430. New prices are at $600, but they are all in the newer buildings. Always negotiate.

[@NuketheHouseTwaty]

keep up the great work. one quick question. how much cooler is it living up on the mountain? is it noticeable? I want to move to cebu but it's just sooo darn hot. thanks.

[@BrittMcalister]

It's a little bit cooler. North of Manila it gets down to 40°

[@Sheeeerkhan]

How long to get to a nice beach from there? 😊

[@BrittMcalister]

@Sheeeerkhan Mactan Island is only a 35 minute ride.

[@fluffie6568]

Hello! thank you for the tour to your condo and the amenities. It's my first time to watch your channel. I too would like to experience to live in that condo someday. I would like to ask: How did you get this condo? Did you booked it from website or did you found it when you arrived in the Philippines? Do you have to pay any utilities? How much is the monthly rent if you don't mind me asking? And do you have to lease it for 1 year or short stay like 2 months is ok? Do you have to pay for parking or is it included in the rent? Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@BrittMcalister]

Had a realtor. I pay 25,000 pesos for rent, 5,000 pesos for parking, around 4,000 pesos for electricity, and 1300 pesos for home wifi.

[@BrittMcalister]

Shortest term is 6 months. I have a 1 year renewable.

[@fluffie6568]

@@BrittMcalister Thank you so much! I appreciate your reply :)

[@timjensen6968]

What's the rent? Contract length? Free utilities? Looks great

[@BrittMcalister]

25,000 per month. 1 year lease. Everything is separate.

[@jhas22]

What is their monthly or yearly condo fees for maintenance, amenities etc in addition to your monthly rent of $430?

[@BrittMcalister]

$430 flat. No add ons. Do pay $100 for parking, $5 for water, and about $75 for electric.

[@ryszardswiadek8943]

Can you do another video on costs and price of unit

[@BrittMcalister]

To purchase or rent?

[@rgstroud]

If you want to give info how about starting with the PRICE!

[@BrittMcalister]

@@rgstroud 25,000 pesos. $430 per month.

[@rgstroud]

@BrittMcalister excellent. The top condos in Makati business district cost you $2,400 or 125,000 pesos a month. A rediculous price for only a bit better accommodations.

[@rosalindacooke]

Does anyone ever swim in these pools? All the videos I've seen show the pools empty.

[@BrittMcalister]

The main pool is used often. The tower pools aren't used very often.

[@MindPocket-pi8wu]

Did you negotiate the rent? When I search for condos for rent in Marco Polo, I see higher rent costs for less square meters.

[@BrittMcalister]

I'm in the oldest building. They wanted 30,000 pesos. They said if I signed a 1 year lease they would do 25,000.

[@MindPocket-pi8wu]

@@BrittMcalister That's great... especially since you can use the amenities in the other buildings! Loving the channel so far! We'd love to see more of your day-to-day, like where you eat your typical meals (along with what's on the menus & cost), things to do / entertainment in Cebu, nightlife, your commute/traffic, and other "way of life" and "cost of living" vids (shopping, groceries, clothing, availability of western products, health care, etc). Looking forward to what's to come!

[@FoundingYouTuber-2005]

The condos at Marco Polo Residences are like all the other condo projects, each is individually owned by someone. The individual condo owner who decide to rent out his condo unit can lease it at whatever rate he can negotiate with the prospective tenant. MPR is no different than other Cebu condo complexes, everything is negotiable; e.g., I have seen owners sweeten listings by offering: free internet; fully furnished vs. semi-furnished; including new modem kitchen appliances; and the biggie, reduced rent if one signs a longer lease. Bottom line: Before signing the dotted line on that lease you have to do your due diligence. There's a lot more to it than the advertised rent and pretty photos. E.g., in hot humid Philippines air con working 24/7 is critical, especially if the condo faces the rising and setting sun. That begs the question, does the condo owner maintain the AC units; or when one fails is it like pulling teeth to get the owner to send a repairman. The AC units also need to be regularly maintained so that filters don't clog, or mold doesn't develop. Bonus Tip: Like here in the U.S., most Philippine condo complex owners retain a property manager/realtor to deal with renting their unit(s). So most likely you will be dealing with a real estate agent and/or property manager when negotiating the lease and during the term of your tenancy.

[@ViceCoin]

How is cyclone season?

[@BrittMcalister]

Haven't had any issues with weather. Other than rain during the rainy season. But the dry season is long. My 1st 6 months here there was 4 days of rain.

[@dragonrick54]

I would like to request a video demonstrating your US tax preparation process while residing in the Philippines, as it is that time of year. Do you currently maintain service with a US-based mobile provider, such as T-Mobile, that accommodates foreign travel?

[@BrittMcalister]

I do not have a US carrier. Skype has a plan for $40/year. It's unlimited calls. Inbound and outbound calls.

[@BrittMcalister]

Lived here 1 year now. This will be my 1st year doing taxes living abroad.

[@rosalindacooke]

Where's the washer and dryer at? How many minutes to the grocery store? Thanks.

[@BrittMcalister]

Grocery store is less than a mile away. Washer is behind the the door in the bathroom.

[@rosalindacooke]

@@BrittMcalister Is there a dryer too? Washer/dryer combo or separate? Also, is there a balcony? Maybe I missed it. Thanks.

[@tambrabullock]

I couldn't live in high rises... after the ones in Florida collapsed... lol I've been ruined :)