Expat living - How we make money in the Philippines

[@CriticalThinker1967]

So the short answer is “I have savings and investment properties otherwise I have no clue”

[@Brah_Lizard]

lol

[@JackLondon12]

Online business beats a physical business, much less responsibility, less stress, and more freedom and time for yourself.

[@JackLondon12]

Not at all.

[@jenoali5024]

u talk too much and still did not get in the point

[@Suitstoshorts]

Ave tells me that all the time, thanks for the feedback.

[@cryptomaniac2022]

Yip, I gotta say. You rambled on soo much I got bored and still don`t know what you do for a living. I got bored and moved to the next one!

[@tprgjam]

"How do I make money? I own a couple properties in the US that give me some income. For the rest of the year, I will use some of my savings." DONE

[@iancujianu4323]

This is right. Too much talking ...

[@samuelbillingsley2220]

If your income from those properties is over $1,300 - $2000, after your other bills, you would live just fine.

[@randomworld4662]

why all haters here ? clearly ! he had a job in dubai from which he saving some money and his big dream of life to own business he do he invest some money in USA property soo he got monthly income from us !soo he dont need worry his gf have sari sari store ! dont need to be confuse !if you have little money 5k to 10k u can start own business with 90% successful there peoples jobless cz they already dont have money !

[@anthonyquerubin1568]

If you have the time to research and check market prices of commodities why not try to lease land and plant crop like corn or sugar cane or maybe you can go poultry raising chicken for meat and egg production or maybe go for pig or goat then maybe in the future go for cows. Now you can provide for yourself with food and can earn money but of course there are some risk and you really need to work for on it at the beginning like any other business venture.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you for the advice Anthony.

[@juliustiangson2668]

Anthony querubin....That sector is already saturated by Politicians and wealthy people who's currently doing business in the Philippines. Unless you can introduce a livestock that you can "raise" in the Philippines that has not been introduced to the Philippines.....and becomes an instant hit "taste wise" with the local people and the "expats' living in the Philippines....then you might be able to do great....but raising pigs, chickens, and having fish ponds....are already develop and are already being "done".......their might be "some room" for the "cow business" if you can feed them the right kind of "grain" that the meat taste more like Brazilian, U.S., Australian or Canadian or Japanese but cost less....then you might have a chance. Most cows are raised in Masbate region and the local cows taste different compare to the "other cows" I mentioned above......I say.....you try to improve on the "Carabao Meat" if you can get the Carabao Meat (water buffalo) to taste like "Wagu Beef" then fuck yeahhhhhh.....you got yourself a "market" in the Philippines......Carabao grow in abundance and they are local animals...so you just need to "modify" the grain they eat and put them into "watery play pins" to make them taste like "WAGU WATER BUFFALO BEEF".....I HEARD THAT THE MEATS ARE MORE LEAN SO THAT MEANS THEY ARE BETTER FOR THE "HEART" AND HUMAN COMSUMPTION....SO THAT IS YOUR 2 POSITIVE POINTS ALREADY.......HE HE HE....WHERE IS MY BEEF????

[@Airraidcd]

Great video thanks for sharing.I too wish to move back to the Philippines but I have 2 little children to support. I guess when I'm in my 60's I can retire there and live a simple dream.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you, hope you can make it back sooner rather than later.

[@sandan4961]

English teacher over the internet should be one

[@Trikie77]

if i stop now i am 39 an i have 89,233.76 PHP every month for the rest of my life to i hit 100 years old each month so what kind of life can you leve in Philipines are we looking at for that amound of money ???

[@Suitstoshorts]

Hello Jimmy, absolutely depending on the type of lifestyle you live. Are you single? Just FYI, that is close the spending budget I have now and that includes supporting my GF and her daughter... If it is just you I believe you can live a comfortable life for that amount. However, if you were living in Manila or Cebu the rent may put a dent in your budget, unless you buy a condo for example. Hope this helps.

[@rashaadprice4998]

Question for Annie....what type of farming around you and what type of fertilizer

[@waynethomas6698]

i recently set up a buisness in coron. be prepared this has taken me 9 mths and it required me to have alot of trusted partners. It also wasn't cheap to setup. Good luck Palawan is an ideal place to setup a buisness pick the right one and it should suceed

[@JohnAdams-xc5yk]

I live in the Philippines in Mindanao and I make a little beer money I have a pension, I noticed when I built my house they used a lot of plywood for the forms to build the concrete post and beams, so I made forms out of steel that can be used over and over I rent them out to builders

[@lumiesoucek3478]

Another suggestion, open an online internet blog that actually provide travel services like : picking up/to the airport, hotel arrangements, water taxi arrangement and island hopping packages or maybe the entire travel package. Or buy a boat and rent it to the responsible trourists.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thats a good idea Lumie, thanks for that. I see a few websites like that around here but there may be more opportunities.

[@michaelphillips7556]

Most people don't realize that you don't have to be a millionaire to live in the Philippines. The economy of the Philippines is different from many nations, and the cost of living is no where near as high as in America, etc.

[@dipologtom8261]

you don't have to be millionaire to live in the us either, just smart with your money !!!

[@michaelphillips7556]

tom graff Well, i meant to travel there and possibly live there. The cost of living in the Philippines is dramatically less than that of the United States.

[@dipologtom8261]

+Michael Phillips Depends on how you live, electric is more, gas is more, can't drink the tap water, brown outs are frequent, most of the food is questionable, health care is bad, sure rent is cheap, I spent alot of time there, left in 2013, things have really not improved since I first went there !!

[@michaelphillips7556]

tom graff What you say is true, it's not perfect in the Philippines. But, no place is truely perfect either. Its a different lifestyle, a different culture. However, there is much to enjoy in the Philippines, beautiful beaches within a few minutes drive, hot weather, etc.

[@dipologtom8261]

+Michael Phillips I could debate you on the beach thing, true there are some good ones, but most are trashed now and not healthy to swim in Boracay was really nice, and Palawan, but raw sewage and trash are everywhere now ! ok good talk, if you go or stay in Philippines good luck to you !!!

[@SonganDrakensang]

its two years old the video now... everything works that you have a nice work or own business now with your filipina girl? :) Always remember: You have nothing to lose! Try it!!! :)

[@marksjourneytothephilippin9574]

Honestly what’s my chances of finding a good job or making it myself. I’m 36, associate 2 year graphic design degree. US citizen. I’m also a semi professional photographer and videographer and drone pilot. Always learning and expanding learning virtual tours with 360 cameras etc.

[@markjames4610]

GREAT TO HEAR YOUR COMMENTS YOUR NOT A SILLY MAN AND IM VERY SURE YOU WILL BE A WINNER !! FAIR PLAY TO YOU ! A LOT OF PEOPLE WOULD LOVE TO DO WHAT YOUR DOING CLEARLY GREAT PLANNING !! LOOKING FORWARD TO WATCHING YOUR FUTURE THANK YOU FOR SHARING IT WARM REGARDS JAMESEY FROM ENGLANDDONT BE AFRAID OF MAKING MISTAKES THATS WHAT LIFES ALL ABOUT

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you very much for the encouraging words Mark :)

[@darrenfrank9904]

The small store yur gf has running is the roughly the same as me and my wife will be opening and running in rio tuba plus we already have a hecter of for our new house to be built on and we can farm on it as well. Her father has a large rice plantation there as well.

[@Suitstoshorts]

O cool, yes it sounds exactly the same. Ave really enjoys having it as it has always been a dream of hers. I think the locals enjoy have the store around as well.

[@الفنونالشعبية-ف5خ]

In Philippines u can buy lands and keep it or make homes and sale

[@mccq5913]

People commenting about how bad his decision was to leave his life and career in a first world country to move to the Philippines with his loved ones should realise that there is more to life than having lots of money and good-paying job. If you’ve watched his previous videos, he is content and happy with his simple life compared to what he used to have back in Dubai and US because at the end of the day, he gets to spend quality time with the people and things that matter most to him. Life in the Philippines is not at all easy and luxurious for most of us, but some people find more contentment on things that money can’t buy- such as relationships and time. And we should strive to be more like those people, because when we’re on our death beds, we definitely cannot bring money, career and all other material things with us, but good memories and time spent with family and people that matter to us will be our greatest treasure and legacy up until we leave this world.

[@leroyphoenix4833]

I will be joining you in Palawan, in 3 weeks. My wife and I bought a house and lot in El Nido, maybe we will see you there.

[@Hijoe-pq3go]

Another thing about a Sari Sari Store. The way that usually goes is Friends and Relatives expect to buy on credit, but the problem is quite often they dont pay their Tab. pretty soon all of your capitol is out on credit to people that will never pay back. Most Filipinos don't understand business, I have seen many times that they treat the money that they bring in each day as profit and it gets spent, Pretty soon they have no money to re-stock product. A Sari Sari Store has very little profit and most of the ones that I have seen fail was because of extending credit.

[@marshallsislandadventures798]

A couple of critiques and suggestions. I am finishing my degree in Creative Writing with a minor in cinematography after working as a paramedic for 18 years. I had a bad accident that left me disabled so I look for jobs I can do online. First I am not sure without looking but I imagine if you turn your auto white balance off on your camera it will stop dimming. You could use something like Abby's shirt to white balance it and its a very easy process. Now on the job side there is also a website called spike write where you get paid for transcriptionist work if you can type fairly fast. There are also tons of sites for freelance video editing that can be specific to what software you use or just general editing. I also have some ideas about training some people in the Philippines to edit specific to a website I am building. The labor there is pretty cheap by our standards and still can be very substantial by the Philippine standards. I am on a five year plan for now because it will be that long before my daughter turns 18. I think you have a good idea being a year out in your finances. If all else fails you could go back to the states for a season and put some money in the bank but it's a good idea to have some cushion to fall back on.

[@Suitstoshorts]

wow, thanks so much for the advice and input Brian. Yeah, I am still trying to improve my camera skills...I think I have almost have the exposure lock feature figured out for future videos... try to improve little by little, he he. I haven't heard of spike before, thanks for the suggestion. Wishing you all the best on your venture, sounds like a good idea. :)

[@marshallsislandadventures798]

Making an effort is all that counts. I hope I did not come off as a dow it all.

[@mckill2007]

if you're in the province, chicken, pig, cattle farming and sari-sari store is really good as long as you handle it well and no loans/utangs

[@wavemaker2077]

My suggestion is for you to buy a real estate property and earn from the rental income. Your wife can buy the property if land is included but you can buy the property yourself if you are buying a condo. You can also work in a call center and there are tons of them. Start from a low rank in the company and move up from there.

[@hubertmargreiter3508]

Sounds good operating a sari-sari-store. The question is: How many hours do you spend in this store a day AND how much money did you earn after one month?

[@EnglishmaninMalta]

No sure if me, but after intro I don't get any audio ??

[@videoshomepage]

Just you, my audio worked just fine.

[@LarrieFromCA]

If you are using your headphones or computer speaker, only the left one has audio.

[@NYJGreatness]

Mine is fine as well.

[@EnglishmaninMalta]

+LB Carl yes thanks i realized when I checked second time,

[@williamwarren1466]

So how much money do it cost to start a business there

[@AnnaNguyenSG]

Wishing you two the best. Philippines islands are very beautiful to live on. To earn money in the Philippines as a foreigner can be tricky. Hope you will make it.

[@investorsray1474]

THE RICH STAY RICH BY SPENDING LIKE THE POOR AND INVESTING WITHOUT STOPPING THEN THE POOR STAY POOR BY SPENDING LIKE THE RICH YET NOT INVESTING LIKE THE RICH.

[@marklarry3092]

You're right ma,,,

[@marklarry3092]

that's why I have to start forex trading 2months ago, now am making constant profit from it..

[@benjaminkatherine1153]

Natural, there’s a lot of math involved in forex trading,

[@benjaminkatherine1153]

but this is often presented in forms of daunting technical charts, indicators, patterns.

[@jessicadavid6797]

Nothing interests me than talks about Bitcoin and how to make money trading forex.

[@jpdavis6042]

Was thinking RE, before you mentioned it. Flip a few houses a year, stay under the radar...lovely Ave up front. Yea, it's all a calculated risk and tricky. In my travels, have noticed that locals somewhat clueless in the aesthetics of slightly modifying a property and marketing it. Sure you have thought of this option, but def keep this girl:)

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks JP, he he... that is my top priority.

[@nathanielcarreon5634]

Make money or decent money in the Philippines? It is just like looking for water in the desert unless this guy know something that millions of locals dont know..

[@ExpatNTraining]

👍🏻👍🏻 I have many single, retired gentleman that are financially secure yet have been left behind as they live out their remaining years in assisted living while thrusting for a reboot in life. My plan is to build a bridge that will allow these folks a chance to smile again and live their lives in dignity, happiness while providing options to their current situation.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Sounds like a good idea,

[@010bobby]

You can always start a banana cue or "Toron" stand... Or run, manage, buy a resort place...

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Robert, what is a "Toron" stand?

[@010bobby]

Suits to Shorts it's deep fried bananas wrapped in flour concoction flavor with sweet brown sugar... They sell quickly... The same thing with deep fried sweet potatoes...

[@Suitstoshorts]

wow, those sound awesome... I want one. ha ha.

[@williamwarren1466]

Yes I have been thanking about buying 4 condos there and live in one and renting the others

[@craigkenwright3601]

if you can make it in the Phillipines you can make it anywhwere , i have 4 business here , it is very possible to be suscessful but you need to think carefully first ... But there is alot you can do . you would be surprised

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Craig for the motivation , very much appreciated.

[@johnvill1981]

id like to offer 2% referral fee if your friends invest in Mandani Bay Condo

[@iggyblitz8739]

Ok. What kind of businesses ?

[@ishallreturn4976]

You can teach in school my friend but yes as local I used to sell ice candies in my dad's farm. Everyone buys it cuz it's hot in there.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Good ideas. I read an article that a couple from Philippines are millionaires from starting an ice candy business.

[@ishallreturn4976]

+Suits to Shorts Yes a shake too. It's all year round cuz of the weather. Good luck.

[@marsnyder2610]

This is my sincere advice to you. Since you are now residing in a farming community, why not start a business related to the farming industry such as being the distributor of products. Farmers can contact you online and sell their farm produce and you distribute the produce all over the Philippines. Do something to modernize the farming industry and assist farmers in increasing their incomes and create jobs. Wishing you success, happiness, fulfilment.

[@Redhawk85]

There's some unique legalities for foreigners moving there and opening up a business to include requiring to have filipino partners who own majority share (e.g more than 50%). You can't directly buy land/property (except condos but that is a separate issue). Myself, lend money and also thinking about a multi-cab (similar to jeepney) business.

[@jilienadanza2858]

Andrew Durand, you can own business a hundred percent if ur marry to a Filipina

[@waynethomas6698]

You are correct and more to the point it needs to be a corporation and you can only own 40% of it if you choose to do it legally. However with the right partners it is possible as i have just done this in coron

[@Bigmiketruckin]

how much did the total cost of store,supplies etc? good for a family business

[@MrLandon23]

Great video! Had a few too many brews to make sense on that last comment ;)!!! We love what you're doing. The trolls are definitely out in force for this vlog. I do think they originate from one or two individuals. It seems like there are many expats with businesses running all over the Philippines.

[@Suitstoshorts]

ha ha, thanks so much for the kind words. yes, they seem to have something to say. :)

[@JaneTravisG]

Thanks for the video. I just came back from puerto Princesa yesterday. I met my filipina there for the 3rd time. We stayed at the Hue hotel this time. Nice place. Your videos are helping me with my decisions. I’m looking to move there also but finding a job and getting out of the corporate world is difficult. Would love to get the chance to talk with you and meet sometime soon. Thanks Travis

[@Daragott]

Hi, thanks a lot for this video, I'm Canadian, and i'm in love with the Philippines since I'm young. I e never been there but I iif ever I can visit the country, I plan to live ther for a long time. But I will need to find revenues too. I gonna continue to follow you and a couple of other youtubers who already live in the marvelous Phillippines, thanks again for all these advices

[@Daragott]

By the way, to avoid confusion, I'm a guy, a male,, the girl in my profile picture is one of the model on my website ^^

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thats good news, hope you make the move over soon. I really recommend finding some steady revenue (online if possible) so that you will not have to rely on local income streams. Which is good cause I believe that is what you are referring to.

[@Daragott]

I forgot to mention, I'm retired. And I receive a pensuion from the Canadian government. Total around 1600$ CND. Here I also work at home to repair windows system. I dunno if I could do the same one in the Phil.

[@wavemaker2077]

Buy properties and earn from the rental income. That is the way to go. Foreigners can buy condominiums. Buy condominiums and have them rented.

[@larrybishop188]

What do you not understand about what he has said? He told you he has rental investments that give him 50/60% of his income and he also has saved enough savings for 1 year of livings expenses and then after that he still has some savings. He is looking for a business now. Can you understand that? He also stated he is not going to tell us his business ideas. Nothing wrong with that as I would not tell my idea either. Hope I helped you out as you cetrtainly needed help.

[@SamSallehTv]

Congrats on moving to Philippines man. I do have plans to move and stay in Philippines too. Hope to meet you there. All the best to you in your Pinas journey.

[@livingthedreaminiloilophil1705]

That is a big and bold step that you have taken. When you have a dream, you must go for it, so good for you. I hope it all works out for ya. My wife and I also saved up for a long time to retire to the Philippines and we will be there next week, but we also have a monthly retirement that will support us even without the savings we have, and I was nervous even with that. So I admire what your doing.

[@tropicshade]

Best advice I've seen on this thread... having a monthly retirement income. It's really the safest and most sane bet to living comfortably here. Safe travels to your new home!

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks so much and congrats on the move. Which area are you moving to?

[@livingthedreaminiloilophil1705]

Thank you, if I didn't have a monthly retirement, I would be kinda of nervous about retirement in the Philippines, but since my wife and I both have a monthly income and the kids are all grown up. I think it is what we deserve. Can't wait for next week to get here.

[@livingthedreaminiloilophil1705]

Hey Suits to Shorts, how ya doin? My wife and I are moving to Iloilo Philippines. Thats where she is from and most of her family are still there, so I am super excite to move there. Like I said before, I admire what your doing, I have to have some kinda of safety net before I made this jump. Your just jumping in with both feet. That's awesome.

[@ForwardGuidance]

My wife is from Iloilo too. We could easily retire in the RP, however I'm super afraid of boredom. After settling in, then what? On visits there I remember constantly having to walk in the road, because the sidewalks were broken or blocked with either vendors or vehicles and when walking in the road I had to dodge the jeepney smoke and our life is at serious risk. When passing by a river, creek, anything with any amount of water, it stinks. The noise and air pollution is pretty bad there too. A big change one has to be ready to fully accept and welcome, because they aren't going to change things anytime soon in a major way. People describe the place as beautiful and I'm not sure why. I'm not sure I could deal with the chaos daily. I'd choose Thailand over the RP and my wife would at least be able to take short plane rides to visit family. Good luck.

[@philstewart8594]

just subscribed will watch with interest your situation, will be in Dumaguete September 16, looking the place over also looking at Palawan for place to reside in and set up small business it depends on how commercial each area is, I believe that Philippines is ready for a holiday explosion over the next ten years. I wish you guys well

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks for subscribe Phil, yes I agree with you that tourism is on an upward shift here. Specially in Palawan. I would recommend Palawan, but haven't been to Dumaguete so cannot speak to that. But they are opening a new international Airport here next year which should dramatically increase tourism and business opportunities. Just a suggestions,but I am biased, ha ha.

[@williamwarren1466]

I have been wonting to move to the Philippines

[@user-qc1tt8jr5w]

How much $ is enough to live comfortably for a year or two in the Philippines? And can you compare the cost of diffrent things there to what it cost in the U.S.?

[@Suitstoshorts]

It is considerably cheaper to live here than compared to the US, however I must caveat it by saying it depends on what kind of lifestyle you will have and what your situation is. If you are single, I think you can be very comfortable for $1,000 per month ... again depending on your apartment and such. Hope this helps somewhat... we are thinking of doing a video on what our current monthly budget is to give people a better idea. Do you think that would be useful?

[@user-qc1tt8jr5w]

Yes, i think that would help a lot & if you could include pictures/video what a standard Apartments or living quarters look like along with things i may have to do with out, if any. Thank you for the info & hope to move to Dugupan by next year.

[@enjoyingretirement663]

I am 58 yr old and a truck driver I am wanting to move to the philippines when i turn 62 when i get my ss it will only be 800 a month.....i do not have money saved..... But what i have is flyer miles so i can get there....going to save as much as i can so i can have some money......i am tired of the american life i want a simple life I don't care if I stay in a bamboo Hut I just want the simple life right down to where I am divorcing my wife and leaving cuz I am that unhappy here in the United States If I could leave right now I would but if I leave now I need some kind of income because I do not have the money to move there. so can you please help me and tell me what I could possibly do I'm just an average 58 year old man I do like taking pictures but I don't know once I take pictures where to sell them I was raised on a farm but I don't have the money or the experience or the time to have a farm I am willing to do anything just so I can come now instead of having to wait till I'm 62

[@Suitstoshorts]

heretodaythere tomorrowexpress what do you enjoy taking pics of? Have you checked out Instagram ...a great place to share pics and build a community/following...which can lead to other opportunities.

[@wadejensen3301]

Mate.... you not telling us anything....you are possing a series of questions.....so basically you are living off your savings...you want your own business...you are not prepared to tell us what that is just now.....thumbs down mate!

[@zach9620]

You are well spoken. You can go anywhere, adapt, and be successful.

[@brotheribrahim6455]

Hi Bro, love your channel. Just returned to Philippines, here in Iloilo. I love the drone you use. I'm trying to start a youtube channel also, but need the right cameras to record. I'm starting with a Go Pro, and am now ordering a drone. I might also use a Canon. I love the quality of your videos. Please share what cameras and equipment you use.

[@itsjustmejamie]

Congrats Good Going!! ITs nice to watch your videos..

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you Jamie :)

[@rodneybrown1924]

If your planning to live in the Philippines long term you have to have a solid monthly income. You have to think about your healthcare. Also if you quit work in the US before at least 55 your social security will amount to almost nothing.

[@peter-jamesmmbago8721]

Thank you kuya for the upwork suggestion. I actually got proposed interviews for voice apps. Salamat :)

[@Redhawk85]

Suits - this is just for you. I would recommend Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. If you haven't read it, this will give you great insight into what you are doing and will help you become successful in really anything you set out to do, not just business. It's a true classic. There are numerous variations, but I would recommend the original version... you may find it at the Manila Airport International Terminal Korean Air to JFK, New York City via Incheon, Korea LOL - I lost it somewhere the last time I travelled to the Philippines and that was the last place I can think of reading it, probably left it in the terminal waiting for the trip home. If you don't find it, maybe it changed the life of a filipino who may have picked it up and read it. Anyway, nice video.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Andrew for the advice, I actually read that book several years ago and loved it... a timeless classic. I think it would be a good idea for me to read it again however. :)

[@Redhawk85]

Suits to Shorts You'll do fine - keep up the good work!

[@stevenlaurens1976]

So you small rich you have real instatments in usa and you had some safe ups. So you surly not poor. You had a nice start up. What people wonna know is start whit zero and grow and earn money in PHP

[@Marek_Cali]

if i can ask.... how much are your monthly expenses there?

[@comkaosstime]

I have been living in Asia 6 months out of the year for the past 5 years. I'm traveling the world for the last 20. I am considering two ideas to make money. what is a traveling washing machine on a sidecar. the other is Micro Hydro. setting up small Micro Hydro power plants. enough to light up a small community with LED Lighting systems. at night and during the day be able to run a washing machine. if you have any feedback would be greatly appreciated

[@Suitstoshorts]

interesting ideas, curious about the micro hydro. Would you need to go through the local gov or municipalities to hook this up? If so this may require some buy in locally. I love the idea.

[@comkaosstime]

it depends on the local government. been around the world and all depends on the local environment

[@comkaosstime]

in Quebec Canada it is illegal to make electricity off of falling water

[@comkaosstime]

after the change the agreement they blew up all of these smaller local Power Systems. literally they brought Dynamite into and blew up all of the smaller systems

[@comkaosstime]

in Quebec Canada it is illegal to make electricity from the water that falls off of your house

[@dennisweifenbach2647]

After I saw your KZbin recommended video, I watched from the beginning. One thing you never mentioned what type of work you did.

[@doer23]

Suggestion: You are w Abby, and since she is well acquainted with the Philippines- perhaps you can go for the local tried/trued business and Franchise her sari sari store in other locations which are in need of these type of goods; but on a larger scale based on what she has all ready learned. Therefor employing more of her family members also creating jobs. Oh yeah sell some balut snacks too. lol

[@Suitstoshorts]

Great idea, thanks for the suggestions :)

[@tropicshade]

Whoa... looks like the trolls are out in force over your latest vid. Where did you go wrong? People just hate it when they see others come here and succeed and be able to survive with a real plan (note: they are the ones commenting with alias names and have nothing much good to say about anybody). Chin up and keep moving forward my man! There are plenty of opportunities for those who want to put forth the effort. Nothing in this world comes easy.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks so much, good advice and I am trying to keep a positive attitude about it all.

[@tropicshade]

Don't let them get you you. I don't.

[@tropicshade]

All that... coming from a John Doe? Ha!

[@tropicshade]

Whatever.

[@tropicshade]

Looks like I found one... Hunt over!

[@andrewlange5941]

Excited for you and your sweetheart. Hopefully you find your niche and live out your dreams.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Andrew... it's very stressful and exciting all at the same time :)

[@doctorcraptonicus7941]

Couldn't make it to the end...did he ever actually get to a point or just talk about himself?

[@mrjoseph4745]

I never watched the video so who really knows lol.

[@Brah_Lizard]

yeh no clue

[@drtobse2639]

the problem is if you want to run a buissnes in ph u need to splitt it 40/60%with an ph citezen and thats worst case

[@Kianquenseda]

Let's visit ! I am just north of Binalonan on Luzon island

[@Suitstoshorts]

Sounds good Dennis :)

[@MrPowerific]

Did you give her the money to stock the sari sari initially or restock it?

[@Suitstoshorts]

She actually had started the store before her and I met.

[@justasbreive9408]

Hey guys, I'm trying to found more info about schools, I have 6 years old daughter, and my biggest concern is how she would adapt there, any schools that teaches in English? Please help

[@Suitstoshorts]

Hello Justas, Ave's daughter is the same age and we have her enrolled into an English school here in Puerto Princesa. There are several located within the area. Which area are you relocating to? If you have any specific questions please feel free to email at [e-mail].

[@jilienadanza2858]

Justas Breive.. Ateneo University, etc.

[@longhorn789000]

what were you doing when in Dubai? awesome vlog.... keep up the good work!

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you very much, I was working for an Agency there. I managed the Tech and Operations department for the region.

[@stevin47]

has things changed laws about visiting and work or owning property. used to have to be in pilipino's name all property. forieners couldn't work .

[@Suitstoshorts]

I am not sure how things were in the past. But I am aware that Foreigners can buy, own a Condo in the Philiippines... they cannot own the land the condo resides on however. Hope this helps some.

[@stevin47]

what happens the person that owns the land says move or you can not enter his land . as you know a foreigner cant sue a local national. I seen a jeepney driver run onto a side walk hit a foriener get out the jeepney take his billfold broke the mans legs, but later I heard the jeepney driver sued the guy he ran over for damage to his finder.

[@geoffreydavis6700]

Good video and very interested in what you got plan there and hope it all works out for you both there

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you Geoffrey

[@ashchow8888]

Approximately how much saving you need to survive in Philippines at least for 10 years? Thank you

[@darkazurr9891]

my wife has a sari sari store but there are so many lately it's become a problem. im looking at alternatives for my wife and looking at making the change from working in england to staying in my house in the philippines but not sure the best way i can make money while im out there . i have thought of an online business but im not sure what .

[@ForwardGuidance]

Businesses are never immediately profitable. Do you know of one that is? And do you have the capital to live there for a year and capital to start a business that will generate income to support you, GF and GF's kid living near the western lifestyle? GF's sister is there too, but I realize you could send her home at any time if/when things start to get tight. Can you make a video about this?

[@Suitstoshorts]

Hello Dwayne, sure happy to make a vid that goes into more detail around capital into the business I select and how that looks from a budget and support perspective.

[@repost3110]

** HOw do you feel that Philippine gov't is started to changed the VISA REQUIREMENTS to anyone from anywhere regarding visa application just like what we did to go to another country especially America. ** Are you Ok with the news about this **

[@kevinhiggenbottom8339]

How can I get over there if I don't have enough money to be with my sunshine her name is Mercelita Enriquez we just want to live a simple life get married and have good times how can I get over there I'm getting stressed out on the southside of Indianapolis Indiana and work is stressing me out

[@bruceboggan5087]

Thanks Man.... Very informative, and food for thought!!!!

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Bruce , hope to provide more details in future vids.

[@aussieone3988]

but u make lots on youtube also right

[@ZINIGANGVLOG]

the best businesses to invest in the Philippines: pharmacy store, hardware supplies, auto supplies,

[@ThisisOurPhilippines]

When you have the responsibility of supporting a family, it is not as easy to drop things and move on without the income. I continue each day to look for ways I can leave the job I am in now and come to the Philippines permanently. I will not leave though until I am satisfied my family can be supported. KZbin and blogging is not the million dollar venture, but at least you meet some cool people that can share ideas and also maybe even their failures and or success. I am still looking for that one opening.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Yeah, it's definitely not easy and add that extra pressure. I'm trying to find multiple way to bring in income streams until I can build a business local to home.

[@ThisisOurPhilippines]

Suits to Shorts I am always looking for avenues of new revenue as well. It is hard to find work in the Philippines as an EXPAT that can sustain me and my family. I hope one day to step off that plane in Cauayan and never have to board it again (unless of course going on vacation to Palawan)!

[@ThisisOurPhilippines]

***** I have heard about the Organic Farming in the Philippines. I do not have the land for it, but have thought about it for sure.

[@Matty94]

great video as always.. keep it up :) i wish the best of luck to both of you.!!

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thank you

[@nellspop1]

i love your channel , but please get some equipment , Ned at Philippine Dreams has a $3.00 microphone that is great. Please talk with him. It would be great if the videos didn't keep self adjusting cuz it is making me dizzy. just trying to help.

[@Suitstoshorts]

So sorry, I have a few pieces of equipment on order because it drives me nuts as well. Hoped to be fixed soon.

[@nellspop1]

+Suits to Shorts cool, like I said Ned found a Cheap microphone on ebay China. love the videos

[@ishallreturn4976]

+Suits to Shorts I saw American kids work in airline offices, I know for a fact if you have talents schools will accept you.

[@retired5249]

Not really my business...but how old are you? you seem young enough to be working still and do this life 2 or 3 years down the road?

[@aussieone3988]

good video

[@docwelby4994]

I really enjoy your blogs and the information that you provide. Although I have traveled extensively through out the the PI, I have never been to Palawan. It has been some years since I've lived in the PI and I plan to return within the next 18 months and set up a home. I was wondering if there has been any development of self storage facilities? In the past there was a great need for this type of business. Please keep up the interesting and helpful advice.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Hello Doc, thank you very much. That's a good question, I haven't noticed any around here or heard about it. Sounds like a good idea. Best of luck on your upcoming move and start to your new journey.

[@christinaluthy9810]

I have been fixated on a life style change to the Philippines for my family. I've been reaching Palawan and Boracay for us to live and raise our 13 year old son. Any suggestions of network groups for families (local and expat)? This video is great. Thank You!

[@lifeinthewild6187]

Sound would help

[@edca8114]

Happy for you guys and what island do you live at?

[@Vention1MGTOW]

I wouldn't even consider making a move like that unless I'm financially ready. I'm nearly there

[@aprilrose75]

hi Abby...can ask how can you start your fertilizer business and where did you get these stuff? Thank and god bless

[@colins5129]

expats

[@Joewalshe38]

I listened for 8 minutes and lost patience waiting to hear how expats make money in the Phillipines. One piece of adivice to others watching this is to remember that as you get older you may need more money for health bills. The cost of living can be very low especially if you build a house and open a small shop etc. but I know that western medicines etc. are very, very expensive. Also, if your income or bank balance doesn't satisfy immigration you may have to leave

[@anthonygagne830]

Good stuff as always! Just a couple ideas where I have my money invested to allow me to retire next year at the age of 42. Keep in mind all but one is in Manila. 2 Taxis. You buy the vehicle and franchise fee. You get a flat rate (boundary 1400P) everyday 6 days a week. 4 Food carts. Everyone needs to eat and in the Philippines they want it cheap. Mine are located in the mall. Rental condo in Ortigas and another in Baguio. Both are utilized 50% of the time. These investments allow me to live the same lifestyle I'm able to in the US plus put away some for emergencies.

[@anthonygagne830]

+ForceOfWizardry ...both taxis were purchased new with extended warranties. So for the first 7 months I've only had to pay for tires and oil changes. And when the warranty expires parts and labor are dirt cheap. Instead of paying $60/hr for labor... Think more like $10/hr. Parts come from Asia so everything is less expensive.

[@Suitstoshorts]

Thanks Anthony, very good suggestions. Do you find managing rental property here a hassle or do you have a management company do that?

[@anthonygagne830]

+Suits to Shorts... I only have 9 months of rental experience and two units. Both are managed with VRBO and Airbnb plus pay pal. As for onsite management I have an independent agent who manages the transitioning of guests, housekeeping, etc. $160 a month and I'm in good hands..... Seriously start thinking EL NIDO. Word is out its the number one island in the world. More and more people are finding this out and getting out of their comfort zone and taking the trip. Any type of tourist business their is going to be profitable. I actually have an idea I'm going to throw a few dollars at there.

[@senseofstile]

Anthony, It looks like you have a sound business operation. I had a gf that told me she had 2 trikes in Mactan and 2 in Dumaguete. She said the permits were expensive at about 250,000 pesos each. How much were your taxi permits? Do you need to purchase the permits on the secondary market or does Manila issue new ones? Did you need to pay for food cart permits? If so, how much were they? Where you able to finance the condo units?

[@anthonygagne830]

+senseofstile the "permits" which are considered franchise fees are required per unit. Yes, they are expensive. I actually purchased already existing franchises that were still good for 4 years. I paid 280k pesos each and purchased new vehicles . They are renewable permits every 5 years. It's easier and cheaper to buy a used franchise versus new. They limit how many new additional taxis they put on the road every year. I'm still new to the business and waiting to see how things go. The initial purchase of the franchise hurts your return of investment. Once you've owned your "franchise" for several years is when the true profits come in. The food carts may have been a better investment actually but it's a cash business and any cash business in the Philippines that you're not able to oversee personally could become a disaster. Fortunately I have an honest girl who knows all the tricks of the trade and watches over the business in my absence. Plus it helps that we employ family.

[@franciscof1898]

Just found your blog. Really great stuff. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@Suitstoshorts]

thanks Francisco :)

[@manilamartin1001]

Cool topic.

[@federicobaena9405]

Your really not telling us anything new. Certainly your not telling us how you make your income.All your telling us is your plans and suggestions. Us Filipinos we go to the states for a better life. We can make the money in the US and use the money to invest in business in the philippines without having to struggle the daily life of the philippines. This is what you should be doing. I guess you fell the trap of falling in love with a Filipina. Whatever works for you -

[@juliustiangson2668]

Federico Baena is correct......his long term plan is "he fell in love with a Filipina" that has "no money" and evidence shows that the Filipina GF now has "businesses" which in reality is only earning them to "survive" but not enough to "live their social climber life" ........this dude is definitely living in a "dream" and that Filipina is waiting for his white wrinkled ass to pass away......we all know......white people do not "age gracefully" so the Filipina is "investing on that" so she can have the "residual income" from all the property and whatever else this dude has spent so far.........you just don't know where your headed dude......and your girl ain't saying shit...because she's already "invested"........ha ha ha

[@darthmcgee2216]

Uhhhhh have you seen all the old white dudes 70-75plus walking around with hot 20 something-year-olds in the Philippines? So white dudes have no worries there. Your plan would require her waiting 40 plus years?? Her business was bought with her money not his. Sad how dim people are.

[@leahmaepelaez-abangan3833]

lol Julius..

[@joseamor9319]

Federico Baena & Julius Tiangson - You Are Both Closed Minded Jealous Idiots Who Have Never Experienced True Love and True Happiness and Are Both Probably Married To Nasty FatAss Bitches! You Both Definitely Missed Chad's Point In His Video for Like I Said, You Are BOTH Closed Minded Jealous Idiots!!!

[@ej8688]

Hey brother I'm sure everybody wants to know more details, how much do you need to save to live there comfortably for one year? What is the cost of living there to live comfortably? Can I live a great life over there for 2000 per month do I need 3000 per month. Please let me know or make a video about this thank you so much

[@IWorldsBestoftheBestI]

seems like i met you once here in Dubai. your face is so familiar to me but can't remember where..

[@angieanda426]

In any decision that we make, it must be well thinked. The most important is you find the best business that is in demand in the market. A business that is offering a lifetime income. Like bills payment. Bills payment is an inheratable obligation that whether you like it or not, it will be inherited by your children and all your grandchildren.

[@Suitstoshorts]

very true Angie, lifetime and passive income... that is the dream :)

[@gothicov]

good luck for you, just find what you like

[@Bereadyalways123]

We all want that dream and 90% will go for it but only 10% will succeed in the Philippines, I am being factual, I was teaching in China and Korea and yes I am a qualified and certificated, I have been coming to the Philippines for 30 years on and off, let's be clear it is a hard country to make money even the majority of the indigenous people fail so being a foreigner puts you at a disadvantage despite what you may have be told...most Pinays get a sari sari store and scrape a very small living as the family get involved and to many people trying to milk a small cow, now a Filipinos living standards and survival is vastly different from western peoples, to be honest you really want 80% of your survival money coming in from abroad your home country maybe, oh one more thing the foreigner cannot own land or freehold property solely in there name it will be 60/40% and yes the 40% is yours unless it is a lease hold like condo/apartment, there are other very messy and complicated ways around this but never ever sign a 60/40% arrangements even if she states mahal please I love you trust me your my world .NO-NO-NO slap your face put your head in cold water wake-up..they may show tears and say...baka hindi mo agad magkaroon akin ngayon get your Pinay to translate, but if you find a HONEST pinay well done..warning go behind there backs with other Pinays there RUIN, you so for all you Babearos be warned lol..ingat ka palagi...my FB ray arnold