WE CAN LIVE BETTER In The Philippines Than In America!

We Can Live Better In The Philippines Than In America!
Living and working in the United States allows us the luxury of retiring early in the Philippines due to a much lower cost of living. There are many advantages to living in the Philippines as a foreigner. There are also many luxuries available to us that wouldn't be affordable in the United States.
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[@Walt-ck5qn]

Hello Scott Cecile Liam & Chanel! Back from the Olympics, trying to catch up on all missed videos. Enjoy your insight and perspective on retirement and living in a foreign country. Especially Cecile who has really blossomed on the channel. You two have a GREAT dynamic contributing to the channel too. Interesting and enjoyable content. Be happy, safe and healthy!

[@Marker44]

Thank you Walt!

[@Walt-ck5qn]

@@Marker44 You're most welcome!

[@dann547]

We've been in the Philippines for a year. We're still very positive about our retirement here. Yes, there are moments when we say, " What are we doing here?" but they are becoming fewer and fewer. We had a very nice time staying at a resort in Puerto Galera Mindoro and it was only $18.00 per night. Nothing luxurious, but it was clean and we could hear the ocean's waves from our room. Their restaurant with an Italian chef was also fantastic.

[@Marker44]

Great to hear you are enjoying yourselves!

[@danielreid6041]

Good video well spoken

[@TheRocket212]

So right paradise possible everywhere as long as you locate a location that fits when living as a resident. True about the Grand canyon where your eyes are filled way past what could ever be captured on film or photo. Planning that life in the future so I'd like to thank you for sharing a slice of what you enjoy 😊 keep safe out there 🎉

[@Marker44]

Thank you for commenting! Take care!

[@jameswilson1522]

Thank you brother ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ !

[@reefer4197]

We all have those rose coloured glasses when we decide to make the move to justify why we are doing it. There will be plenty of WTF am I doing here moments in the first 2 years when some of the reality of living here full time kicks in. Having said that, once you learn to go with the flow and work out solutions it starts to get easier and you can enjoy what Phils has to offer. Having a good woman by your side who knows how to use her ‘ diskarte’ to make things easier and get things done makes a world of difference, and it seems you have that. The best mantra any new expat can have when they first get here is hope for the best and expect the worse.

[@Marker44]

Good advice. Thank you!

[@jonjonambion8613]

Watching from California, See you in the Philippines guy's ..........

[@Marker44]

Thank you for watching!

[@edbaker4260]

This month it took my whole ssi check to pay for the auto insurance for six months it took my wifes ssi to pay our homeowners insurance, our house is paid for. If that was all we had there would be no eating this month.

[@Niles-Guy]

You make good points but ignore the healthcare aspect if you get real sick the quality of medical care (Philippines) doesn’t hold up to US

[@garrylafferty100]

Health care in general sucks philippines need a good saving. Example remove a gullbladder pushing $4000 to remove. Flight not that cheap unless you book a month in advance short notice flights philippines rob you like anywere else.

[@DeborahOlson-r2n]

Check the Philippine Retirement Authority. There are hospitals in the Philippines that could take Foreign Healthcare. Many Hospitals with good Doctors and Hospitals in the country.

[@bradleymiller7375]

@user-jv5rj7md4o Yes, my Medicare said they pay in the Philippines, Aetna. Now find that hospital! I'll do more research about Medicare paying in the Philippines! Wow, so much cheaper

[@robocop581]

You Americans rave about your Healthcare yet your average life expectancy in the US is pretty low for a Developed country. In fact it's a joke

[@amped19996]

Okay so, Here it is. Shit is so cheap in the philipines that kf you can't afford to keep yourself healthy that you get to the point of needing hospitalization often you either need mental help or, cause in america its everywhere because they know Americans can't afford healthy foods but they can afford junk and sugars 24/7 qnd that's what hospitalizes you.

[@lloydamos6895]

Marker, we decided to continue waiting for our departure for the Davao region,,, we’re still open I. Preparing for our home, and the get away cabin type of retreat,,, I love the northern mountains at Mindanao, since my wife has gotten used to Alaska, she hasn’t been very excited to visit back to the Phillies,,, I always am looking forward in visiting her country,, I actually love it there,,, the natural farm grown foods are awesome and the wild fish are also great,,. What I love the most is the natural grown cows and the meat,,, only if they cook it, that’s what I love about my in-laws,,, they always prepare the best for me when I’m there including the best tasting natural morning coffee in which my mother in law prepares for me,,, and the natural coconut drink they always have for me,,, I miss that the most,,, but when we settle one day I’ll be building g my own boat as my father was a great craftsman in boat building as well,,, I grew up around the ocean life, so boating is a must for me,,, I’m certainly glad to see you both, your wife’s natural Filipino hair looks great,,, haha,,, good luck to the both of you,,, am greatful for our friendship,,, take good care of your family,,,bye for now,,,

[@Marker44]

Thank you very much! Best of luck to your family also.

[@timsretirementjourney8323]

I agree with you on all points Scott. Having been back here in Canada (British Columbia for the most part) for 3 full months already, I don't think it would be possible for Merlyn and I to ever come back full time. In fact I figure we can live in the Philippines on about half of what we do here. Frankly if not for making a promise to the people we're renting from to stay for 4 months, ... our agreement so they'd save us this place, I'd be tempted to just fly back early even though our flight isn't until Nov. The cost of living here on the west coast is probably the worst in the country now.

[@Marker44]

I’m sure you will be happy to get back to the Philippines soon Tim!

[@timsretirementjourney8323]

@@Marker44 most definitely Scott.

[@brianhatcher1437]

The Philippines 🇵🇭 is a great country. I have been going there for 30 years. The only reason I don’t live there is the healthcare. The best nurses in the world 🌎 come out of the Philippines. A lot of those nurses end up as OFW’s and work abroad for a higher salary. I wouldn’t want to be in a life or death situation and stuck in the Philippines. There’s a lot more to the Philippines healthcare system I don’t agree with. My suggestion is if you retire in the Philippines 🇵🇭 make sure you’re in the best bill of health possible. If you need a major surgery, I would be more comfortable in the USA than the Philippines 🇵🇭.

[@Marker44]

I tend to agree with you on everything Brian. The problem is we never know when a health emergency will arise. I will seek out the best care available in our area and always know that we have the option of returning to the US for medical if absolutely necessary. I don’t know how Guam ranks in healthcare, but it’s only about 4 hours away.

[@stecar9122003]

There's so much divisiveness in the US where it's not like that at all in the Philippines. People just don't seem to be friendly like they used to be here in the US. I think that so much of thr problems in the US are politically driven. With the high prices for everything here it sure helps to create lots of stress. I find that I live a healthier life in the Philippines and it's not because I don't like the food there. Sometimes the traffic in the Philippines can be chaotic but it's part of life there and you just need to do your best to relax without letting any anger to bring you to do something stupid. My comments aren't meant to knock on either country because both countries are great and like all countries they all have their bad sides. I love both countries and sometimes we just need to do what is best for us and not doing what others think that we should do. The Philippines is a growing and developing country.

[@Marker44]

Thanks for your input!

[@bradleymiller7375]

So u ride the fence, can't commit!

[@garrylafferty100]

​@@bradleymiller7375cant commit more like role of dice moving to philiippines health care mostly

[@kokalti]

You’re complaining about the cost of living in Oklahoma? Literally the cheapest place in the United States. Try those coastal cities. Now that’s expensive.

[@Marker44]

Higher expenses but higher salaries. I’m mostly talking about living on a fixed income in retirement.

[@aussiepinay]

That’s true (po)👍👍

[@1307scooter]

I live in Bacong south of Dumaguete near the beach and I can live comfortably on $900 a month.

[@KB3TLE]

Rich in Trace Martires City - did a new 2024 budget last month & it was $900 / mo. - also !

[@bradleymiller7375]

@1307scooter, I don't want to live like a local, no luxuries! Besides, I don't believe vloggers! Not cussing locals living, but I want luxury! I worked my whole life for these golden years! And That's BS!

[@garrylafferty100]

We cant live on $900 a month wife Digos city a child in college with $200 $ rent living in a shit whole.Thing come up hospital visit medication expensive. A neighbor dog bite 180$ treatment. Only are story no offence to any one my opinon $1500 -2100 a real # for us many variables.

[@LosPeregrinosdeCamino]

We have to inform US border patrol that PI is way better than the U.S. that PI will accept 10,000 people everyday as refugees (joke only)… people doesn’t need to die to go to heaven, they just have to buy a ticket to PI… the best and perfect country in the universe.. wohoooo

[@drewnc6196]

Life in the Philippines looks like more that life was in the 1950's here in the US. People were respectful, loved God, supported schools and the schools taught the important subjects. Not going to say what the leftist have done here, you are all aware. Life in the Philippines is amazing.

[@garrylafferty100]

Maga has screwed up america not the left who dont tell you how to live your life. Project 2025 wont your s.s freedom etc

[@garrylafferty100]

Not going to say what maga done to American except project 2025

[@garrylafferty100]

Not going to say what maga has done to America or their project 2025 agenda

[@garrylafferty100]

Maga project 2025 will destory America not the left

[@joebloe4374]

....IF you have $$$

[@kevinacker9843]

Amen...

[@johnvalle3180]

Hi Scott and Celile I have been a subcriber for a couple of years. My wife and i are planning to move back to the philippines, We are thinking Batangas might be just the place for us. My wife is originally from Olongapo. We have been married for 15 years. We have no kids, I am 66 yrs. Old my wife will be 29 for the 25th time 😅. We would like to get your thoughts on Batangas . We are not big party people, we like to go out to eat and travel in general. What is the area like ? Modern Mall, Hardware store if we plan to build. Are good Rentals available? Is flooding a big problem ? How about crime ? Sorry about bombarding you with all this just trying to get a general Idea, hope you understand. Thank you in advance , hope your upcoming move goes smooth. Hope to hear from u in the future.Warmest Regards , John and Maria Valle

[@Marker44]

Hi John! Congrats on your upcoming move. I don't actually have any experience in Batangas. I think you raise some good concerns and I'm sure you can find the right place for the two of you. We bought our home in Balanga City, Bataan which is a place we really enjoy. Good luck to you both!

[@JoeyZee-vs4kr]

You can also try Iloilo city. Provincial but at the same time, getting modern and convenient.

[@mojavedxer]

Healthcare issues. Corrupt Government. Lack of timely judicial system. Inadequate infrastructure. Convoluted property ownership laws. Bad pollution and lack of sanitation. The lack of customer service and getting things resolved. In-law money support issues. Supply chain price fixing scams. While the PI is a very friendly place with cheap housing and labor than in most Western Countries. Its far from perfect and not for every one. I find very few vlogers telling it how it really is the good and the bad. I respect those who do show both sides of the coin. If your planning your Philippine retirement. My advice, have access to a lot of cash in-case you come home for prostate cancer treatment only to find out it was a inguinal hernia that your suffering from. Or a highly respected pulmonologist in NCR that diagnosed somebody with TB only to find out it was a mild respiratory infection after getting a second opinion at Saint Luke Hospital. Or finding a real cardiology surgeon. With the healthcare. Your rolling the dice and gambling with your life. With all the rest mentioned. They are mere annoyances that will get to you over time.

[@Koza480]

It’s a lousy place to live let’s face it. I have been there 5 times.

[@bradleymiller7375]

@mojavedxer such a negative attitude about the Philippines! If ur living there u hurting! Too bad go home leave it to us that can live with not being perfect! Damn cry baby!

[@robocop581]

​@@Koza480 Blame your poverty ridden social security budget LOL

[@johnvalle3180]

Sorry I mispelled your wifes name, my apologies!

[@Marker44]

No problem

[@napoleonigtiben4694]

You need a baby Girl

[@Marker44]

I have two but they're grown.