What NOT to do as an Expat in the Philippines

[@rogerparis]

The decency and sincerity of this man is so evident.What a great guy!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Roger!

[@ttdenadaabba2149]

Yes he is!!

[@stephenmccartney8089]

I met a poor girl in 1973 in Cebu at a university. Most beautiful woman I ever saw. married her a year later and we have been together 44 yrs. Two sons. Most devoted wife, mother and friend ever born. Yes, you get the family. They ARE all about family, yours and hers. Put 7 thru university, they are successful now and am now called "Uncle Steve"..an honor. I love the Philippines "Tito Steve"

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Congrats on your success Steve. That's an amazing story!

[@TheOriginalRick]

Met my Filipina wife in Sept of 73 and married her in Feb 1974. We have three wonderful kids and a pot full of grandkids. Yes, a devoted wife, mother and friend. Never had a family problem except my mother-in-law still hasn't forgiven me for taking her baby away from her. :-)

[@methemonkeyking]

God bless you. Filipino women BORN in the Philippines will love you, protect you, and care for you till the day you die.

[@jocunningham]

@@methemonkeyking that's right! Gotta be BORN in the Philippines.

[@jazeapokergoda219]

Awesome. I'm hugely impressed sir. Cheers

[@donclabaugh2924]

I married a Filipino she’s the best thing that ever happened to me I have 5 beautiful children 18 grandchildren and one ☝️ great granddaughter and I love 💕 living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 but he’s right be careful there

[@francisdbrooksjr5025]

Bravo! Great job, I have lived here in Metro Manila for going on 10 years now, married to an exceptionally wonderful Filipina, and her pamilya! We live simple, respectful lives, and the advice given in this video is truly solid gold common sense! Guys, just be yourself, be honest, open to new ideas, and respectful of the people, culture and country. As expats, we are representatives of our home countries, if one acts badly, it reflect on all of us!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for sharing

[@MrMcBrainiac]

He's correct about just about everything! Follow his advice, especially stay away from bar stools!

[@kirbylogan2401]

I met my fiancée on Asian Dating, and I feel I was extremely lucky to have found her because she was a hard working nanny in Hong Kong and never dated or been married at the age of 32. After visiting her twice in Philippines and falling in love with this beautiful person inside and out, she has passed her interview at the Embassy in Manila and will be in the states soon. Our plan will be to retire back in her place in Leyte. I really enjoy your videos sir, I love your perspective.God bless.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Kirby, and congratulations.

[@CapMan1249]

Kirby Logan congratulations I met my gf over Facebook. We chatted did phone and video calls for two and a half years. Finally last September 2017 I came to Quezon City to be with her. It's going 9 months now and we are very happy. We have a nice apartment here and plan to marry and live here permanently now that I'm retired.

[@truthmatters-notgreed784]

Kirby Logan Wish you the very best and hopefully adjust with her (perhaps with her family, lol j/k) and the environment. Jeremy Clodfelter presented good things on what/what-not-to-do. NO offense, but just be cautious on the woman herself (NOT saying if she's bad or not) because people do change (for better or worse) AFTER marriages. For security some people do make prenuptial agreements (in paper or in video), and these agreements does NOT have to be all about $$$.

[@dwaynewest4669]

As soon as she gets to. the states she is going to divorce you.

[@lynphil9202]

NOT ALL FILIPINA DO THAT FRIEND.THEY ARE MORE LIKELY NAIVE,MOSTLY I SHOULD SAY.

[@garysenecal7683]

Thank you . Ive been chatting with a great woman everyday for three years and am about to go there . Totally like your opinion and lots of your followers. Thanks Again. Great Americans died to keep the Philippines great. I wont stand for those Americans or others who want to take advantage of such kind beautiful people.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Good for you Gary. I wish you all the best!

[@dayshadow39]

So true, no matter where you go in the world always use protection not only for your own safety but your partners too.

[@dayshadow39]

I find its alot more experience of meeting and getting to know a person is old fashion romantic way.

[@WEIXELTOWN]

Foreigners can't own guns in the Philippines.

[@patrickgroll2046]

For no particular reason I can point to, I really like this guy. Self-effacing, realistic, great attitude, trying to good in the world ... I don't know, those basic qualities are what it's all about

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Patrick! Much appreciated!

[@patrickconnolly7799]

Honest and valuable advice from someone with first-hand experience. Thanks.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Welcome Patrick! Thanks for the comment!

[@sammysliver]

Great information ! Having traveled some myself I've seen how EASY it is for Ex-Pats to fall into the habit of Drinking too much. I've spent a fair amount of time in Mexico and seen it firsthand.Because it's sooo damn easy to do. Rock On Brother. P.S. I live on the Virginia/North Carolina border. Even though I myself am a New Yorker born and raised, I live amongst people who speak with the same regional accent that you have.So watching you in the Philippines sounds like listening to one of my neighbors. Comforting. Retiring this Summer ( 56 ) and am considering the Philippines for expatriation. Thanks again.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks so much for sharing Gregg! I really appreciate it! Let me know if you ever come this way!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Sorry to hear that. i hope to make it to Costa Rica eventually.

[@johnmontgomery3725]

One thing I think personally you got wrong I understand the probability of a bar girl sleeping with more men upping your chances of catching something.But some women not all actually use dating agencies just like a bar girl uses a bar for income point and person I can testify to is my ex Lhen I found out the hard way she was seeing me and two more guys at the same time and just waiting on each one coming for vacation time needless to say that terminated her I sent her back home to Tarlac after five days of a month vacation and finished the holiday on my own. I met her through Filipino Cupid and at the time I thought she was great and on point she was my first Filipino girlfriend and now I’ve met Del and much happier and I met her through a Filipino looking for friends site and she had only posted pics of her graduation and we got talking through that just a simple comment from me giving her congratulations on her achievements.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Good points John.

[@yvonne3934]

Wow!..when he mentioned that Filipina women would go and beyond for her man...yesss...I truly agree. Excellent observation, I salute you. Thank you.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you for the polite comment. Much appreciated.

[@coolerking7427]

Don't do drugs, no politics, and be nice. You will be ok.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Agreed!

[@rasputin3879]

I just HATE communism. Communism is the reason to leave my country in first place.

[@iandunn8338]

Jason Jones thats everywhere in the world... people with a attitude will always be a problem" so stay away from them"

[@scottlemurianboxer]

Why no politics?

[@barrymusgrove9900]

Philippines have not had a great history in picking government or at least ones that don't turn into dictatorships, dictatorships don't like foreign nationals complaining

[@MyJustOpinion]

Let's take the example of Angeles City, what else can you do in Angeles City except to drink the whole day. The Philippine government should build a recreation center in Angeles City for expats like a gym, swimming pool, tennis court, basketball court, chess competition, etc. These will help rehabilitate the alcoholics westerners.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Lol. I hope the Philippine govt likes your suggestion!

[@samthepoet107]

Ain't going to happen. They can barely build secure buildings to save their people from typhoons.

[@philipaverill5730]

Jeremy, I hope you keep these videos coming. I am a veteran on full VA disability (3000 USD Monthly) and thinking about closing down all my debt here in the states and then moving to the Philippines. I was there when the navy base was still active till 92. The place still has a place in my mind. I am looking to start a fresh new life and just can't seem to get that here in the states. I would have a number of questions to ask if you ever check these messages. Other than that, I have been surfing looking for videos that might answer my questions, the problem is finding ones that are up to date and not 4 or 5 years old as things can change such as visa requirements and such. I am leaning on the Philippines because there is a VA outpatient clinic in Manila and a handful of US based banks here which will make me having access to my pension easier for me to set up. Hope you keep getting these videos out and keeping us all up to date.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Phillip, but I have relocated to Thailand, however, this channel has many videos with info on the Philippines. Thanks for the comment.

[@philipaverill5730]

Why Thailand?

[@JeremyClodfelter]

So much better than any other place I've been in SE Asia.

[@michaellovettchina]

You are spot on, and funny! Enjoy your commentary immensely. Carry on, guardian of men!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Michael!

[@wgactu]

When in the philippines, just concentrate to your reason of being in the philippines. Don’t mess up with internal matter, you re just a guest and don’t have to get involve in whatever problem that is not related to your purpose of being in the philippines. President Duterte is not what we often hear in the West. Duterte will never do you wrong if you do not mess up with his country men an women, if you do not behave like arrogant to your guest country.......as a french African guy, I feel more home in the philippines than elsewhere in the Western Hemisphere. About woman, you have bad and good everywhere and there is no more hiv in the philippines than in any other country in the so call western countries. Respect Filipino, don’t think they are less than you because they are not and you will be fine.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

You make me laugh! I specifically said, "The Philippines has a LOWER rate of HIV than many other countries."

[@wgactu]

I ve confirmed what you ve said by saying that the philippines have no “more “ HIV than any western country.....sorry about my English, I m french....but I approve everything you ve said

[@kermit337]

respect is word and most pinoys go out there way to help you if you need it really

[@heavyhitter5538]

french african guy.. but OFW in paris. lol dont fool us dude.

[@skeeterchiggins]

Man you hit the nail square on this video. The two that stood out for me that were solid reminders are to not tie your life up with a girl and don't catch an attitude there about things not going your way.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Randal!

[@2000ViperGTSsubscribe]

Thank you for addressing STD/HIV. I've never been to the Philippines as yet, but spent about a year in Thailand and looking to take a very early retirement soon so looking at videos. Thank you for taking the time to make a video.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

You are very welcome. Good luck in the Philippines.

[@atehao5659]

Very informative video. Really appreciated it much. One good thing to do is to get out of your comfort zone sometimes, mingle with friends and be one of them. Be open to know their culture then good and genuine things may follow along with it

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I agree. Thanks for the comment!

[@chrispansoy3943]

Good video. We need more expats like you in the Philippines. Better yet, I advise future expats to view your videos. You seem like good people.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for tuning in Chris!

[@modigbeowulf5482]

The leader there is OK. The ones before a disaster. This one got the drug problem under control. He is soft but has had effect. Loved this video and the attitude. Fantastic .... so I subbed.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Steven! Welcome to the channel!

[@guspaca6832]

L M A O... at 25,000 and counting killed through EJK (Extra Judicial KIllings), take your luck to be part of a statistics. Syphilis duterte already admitted the EJKs.

[@psycosoft1]

I know guys have gone there with around 100k, lived over 10 years well, then started collecting pension, and still live well. 10k a year is a pretty good life, especially with the right woman and owning your property.

[@imgrootrf4753]

you cant own a property.

[@jimrosesadventureinmanilap715]

@@imgrootrf4753 Of course Foreigners can on property in the Philippines... Maybe limited.... Just goes see yourself a good attorney... For Realestate...

[@shawnstatzer3137]

I love the Philippines. My girlfriend and her family is nothing but awesome!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I also love the PH!

[@barrymilam5734]

Straight forward and well put....Yes I agree with you.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you Barry!

[@8sourceenergy895]

Dude...you're like an "ANNOYING(because you're right) friend that every...lucky, person should have. AWESOME channel...by the way.

[@myspaceworld5839]

I plan move to Philippines sometime in year 2020 this really helps think for video

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Welcome!

[@islandlife4141]

Most honest video yet, love the fact that you get me,us men who do crazy shit and then lives on. Keep em coming,

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Lol.

[@islandlife4141]

@@JeremyClodfelter any honest women to show me thailand, and more, send contats

[@ernielara1553]

You marry even the neighbors, and distant relatives they never met before. They look at you in terms of dollars, as a personal bank account, a good source of easy money.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I’ve heard that many times Ernie. Thanks for the comment.

[@jett70710]

HAHAA!! This is 100% fact.

[@crazycanuck2578]

@@jett70710 Oh ya for sure, they look at you as if your a 2 legged ATM Machine and nothing else.

[@patrickshepherd4664]

Bull crap

[@freddypatterson8653]

I married my Filipina wife 10 years ago and her family has NEVER ask for a penny or Peso not once, so your statement is not true of all woman here.

[@macvillegas4025]

Hi Jeremy, I missed your kind of videos like this in 🇵🇭 Philippines.. Good point for expats whose gonna stay in 🇵🇭.

[@Jackson35320]

Have watched many videos from that side but this guy is emotionally stable I like that.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks!

[@Jackson35320]

@@JeremyClodfelter your welcome I have already subscribed

[@awilliams9191]

you make great vlogs and you are better than TV travel shows! you have a great voice and the camera loves you! keep making vlogs and so positive-!!!! awesome!!!!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the comment!

[@twstrange5348]

Thank you for this video. I worked here in Manila and knew many friends having same situation as you said. I had a friend also from US. He just married to a Filipina last year. Now he has hard time to help his wife processing everything on getting US visa and so on.. it costs a lot of money.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment TW

[@adonian]

Lol Filipino Cupid. 😂 that’s how I met my wife 😆 we’ve been happily married for 7 years and now we got a cute little boy. I love her family. They are awesome. The Philippines 🇵🇭 is such a hospitable place. I can’t wait to go back.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Congrats!

[@jacemay5197]

it's true, you must have an income, I'm retired USAF, but I know people who come here with a lump sum and after 3 years they go broke.

[@philippinecowboy]

Definitely have some kind of monthly pension, a savings account will eventually be depleted here!

[@ΜιχαηλΒουρσουκης]

I REALLY ENJOYED LISTENING TO YOUR ADVICE. I ALSO LIKE YOUR ACCENT REMINDING ME A COW BOY MOVIE. ALL THE BEST! THANKS FOR LOADING! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!

[@paulprice2374]

I met my wife on Philippina Heart married in 2010 still am blessed with her.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That's Awesome Paul! Thank you for sharing!

[@MrDkeers]

Jeremy good advice. I have been going there now three years. I would add, if going to get lucky, stay in Angeles city or Makati. Meet other expats or find Filipino friends. Travel with your friends to provinces. Most Filipino's are nice and respectful. Do Not do drugs or hang around people that do. Duterte is no joke. Everybody loves him and he is making the country better. So be respectful any where you go. You will be treated the same. If you are going to meet a good girl, get away from the big cities. I've done the crazy bar hopping thing. I've been to Tagatay, Gen San, Palawan, Coron, Baclor. I did meet my fiancee on DateinAsia. I did run into scammers on there. But only one or two. Now my fiancee is in So California while I work in Afghanistan. Great video :)

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Good advice David!

[@nathanielcarreon5634]

Dont do things in the Philippines you wont do anywhere.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

True, but you have to be even more careful as a foreigner.

[@barrymusgrove9900]

Is it ok to get pissed watching movies in my own living room?

[@Chris_Eatz]

Pretty much 🤣

[@billparrish6113]

@@barrymusgrove9900 My dream retirement! Some classic 70's movies, fridge full of Red Horse beer, tropical rain outside, Aircon going full throttle. PI, here I come!

[@RafaelLIgnacioII]

Did a good job. I live for 24 yrs in Iloilo and Cebu, got married there and have 5 kids. Now in NC. Love to go back . Love riding my 750 old Virago thru Visayas, and in Luxon!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!

[@pricean]

Excessive Drinking definitely does ruin most foreigners there. But the waitress will be willing to put out, its not like a western stripclub. Most foreigners make the mistake of staying in one place for too long. Its best to always be on the move and to keep a low profile. The province is deadly after dark. Another tip would be to avoid family loans and sad luck stories. Cut the freeloader uncle and 2nd cousins who want to drink and gamble on your wallet

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Good Points.

[@xelfiagapay]

Priceless!! Hahaha, you have learned your lessons well!!

[@jc41457]

So ur saying i shouldnt buy that 20g container house n 25 yr lease n stay in 1 spot for 25 yrs! What? Uve got to be shixxing me right? Lol. Ive never heard anything like what u are talking about in the us. So ur saying i should be a 2nd class citizen n take my beatings n be happy? Lol. What a joke. Pi sounds like a joke to me because no jobs for foreigners n only wives own property n families r known to scam us guys as walking atms! Yea pi way too risky for me. Sorry but that is what i am learning.

[@michaelfeehily5926]

@@JeremyClodfelter what's a provence? a city?

[@michaelfeehily5926]

@@jc41457 YEP he means that exzactly plus the homes are super super small like living in a big closet with a small bathroom its a joke the sizes of homes there thats why ive herd build your own house western style lol.

[@eldinamita7550]

This is the opposite of a nike add..."just dont do it"😂

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Lol

[@geraldjamesebal7246]

I'm Filipino and I agree with the things that Jeremy Clodfelter says on this video.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Gerald!

[@colinoconnell2910]

Good Video , i would just add , always always keep some emergency cash for a flight out, its not a good place to be stuck,

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Agreed

[@ildefonsocruz2370]

THIS IS THE MOST HELPFUL video for those travelling in the Philippines. I have viewed your video on Thailand. Your comments on THAILAND is also the same in the Philippines. Hope you can do more what not to do in specific country in Europe perhaps... You have a very good topic....

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!

[@infiltr80r]

Sadly most Filipinos don't respect each other nor foreigners. So it's a little funny to ask for foreigners to all behave like model citizens. Take my neighbor who throws cigarette butts to my balcony, after mentioning it twice, he still keeps doing it. Of course if I complain too loud I'm the "arrogant foreigner". Where's the respect there...

[@AFuller2020]

It's not PC for a rich foreigner to complain, you have learned the rules, now you must obey. Try to return a broken aircon for warranty, good luck. Now have your wife exchange the same broken unit, no problem, you know what the deal is.

[@truckerfromreno]

Now you're the Mexican.

[@bt4350]

Lol, my mother in law is a wealthy Filipina and her husband works for customs. I was treated like a king there and as soon as a customs suv pulled up and a police officer got out and carried my bags off the ferry, suddenly all the taxis shilling me for a fare and the people hawking tourist garbage treated me like a ghost. It kind of sucks seeing that kind of class divide, but it's nice when you're on the long end of that stick every once in a while. It really is all about who you know over there.

[@type2unsetdiabeetus33]

File a case on him... Wtf are u doing?

[@monopthalmoss]

@@bt4350 sure is:) ive felt like a rock star almost .. a few times here:)

[@michellemhs9469]

Way to go! There are quite a lot of valid points in this video that will help others wanting to spend their time and money here in the Philippines. Endeavoring to be an expat anywhere involves a lot of risks, even in a country that some think are full of friendly, accomodating people. Just do your research. It will be YOUR decision to move in to this country as an expat anyway. If good things happen, be thankful and happy. If it's the opposite, learn from it and move on.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I agree!

[@balloney2175]

I like the frankness of this guy, couldn't imagine why he chose to stay. Hey man, I myself is Filipino-American born in the Philippines but hesitant to go back home to my birthplace b/c I could live more comfortably here in the US. Come back to the USA!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I didn’t stay. I went to Thailand. Lol

[@oaudi]

Before I moved to Cebu I felt that perhaps your comments were perhaps a little cynical but having lived here a few months its apparent you're bang on the money in many things .

[@loalp9003]

100 to 300 thousands dollars wont last you 3 to 5 yrs . Pft I live with less in the US. To each their own. But if I had $300,000 I'd live 20 yrs comfotably....in the Phil's. Granted you'd have to take inflation in to account.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Solid info.

[@samlabo1688]

I live fine in NCR for 1200$ month

[@peterdchamberlain]

excellent,down to earth advice,as real as it gets !!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment Pete!

[@sandeepchavan7128]

Hey bro ... Wht u have said is right ... I have a Filipino wife ... Till now going great .. TC god bless you

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks!

[@pinay56]

Never pick fight with some strangers, you may be surprised what a short knife any knife can do to the human body, and family is much stronger in bonds, and the practice of upholding ones honor is really strong....

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I would never pick a fight with people from another country.

[@MrHansWay]

If you marry a Filipina, you are marrying the whole family HAHAHA

[@JeremyClodfelter]

In many cases, that is true! Thank you for the comment.

[@tonycosta9980]

Lol.... thankfully I married just my darling 30 yrs now and still going strong. Am fortunate too she comes from an upbeat family in Manila.

[@CapMan1249]

MrDiabotical make it know before you get married that is not going to happen. I did and it's no problem.

[@coolerking7427]

Yes that's true.

[@kcinplatinumgaming2598]

Ha ha yes I married to a Filipina your totally right :D lol Lolo nags me constantly :D - weird .. is it me or do all Filipinos sleep hugging pillows???

[@okkid1949]

Thanks for the great video. I would add to this for safety. #1 DO NOT go near drugs or anyone selling them or anyone that has anything to do with illicit drugs. THe person selling to you may very well be the person that turns you in for a reward. Then you are totally screwed. #2 Do not criticize the Philippine government or it's officials in any way. Unlike here in the USA it is against the law for a non citizen to criticize the government and if found out you will be deported and blacklisted so you cannot return to the Philippines. God bless have fun, and stay safe.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Your comment is spot on Paul! Thanks for the comment!

[@apatriot2474]

I’ve seen it first hand..old guy loses his mind over smorgasbord of ladies in the PI and is a ticket to US as well as security! Average marriage: 7 years.. long enough to apply for citizenship.

[@davidlongley534]

One of the best vids from an expat

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks David!

[@cat_daddy]

Stay humble mind your manners, be thankful

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Exactly.

[@WEIXELTOWN]

What NOT to do in the USA: Bring your Filipino Wife.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

LOL.

[@lyn846]

Why?

[@altrefrontiere2354]

because she will soon feel homesick and sad, because family will write her that something bad happened and they need help. Because mom and dad want to come to visit and you have to buy the plane tickets, because her brother is in trouble and need money. But this is not something that could happen only with filippinos girls. This is commonplace if you marry a girl from "poor, faraway exotic countries", be them southamerican, south-east asia, whatever. Not always, of course, but probably

[@TheCalamorro]

@@lyn846 because once here she will like the european/american way of life, she will go out much more that in Asia, will expend much more money and will finally find another man who she finds more interesting than you.

[@EckRD]

Depends on the girl and you. If you know she is a bargirl or golddigger, u get what is coming to u in the USA. Keep it simple, dont talk about income, and just chill.

[@LovePH926]

Cool video. I'm married to a Filipina and living in China. Planning on moving to the Philippines in the future. I love the country.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That’s awesome! Best of luck, and safe travels!

[@mcluv_in]

Thank you for the video! I’ve visited the Philippines twice with my dad, and mainly stayed in Hinunangan, Southern Leyte with family when we weren’t exploring some of the other islands. What part of the Philippines did you record this video?

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya

[@cyranodebergerac636]

Excellent video. EVERY BIT OF THIS IS TRUE. GREAT ADVICE

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you!!!

[@yeshuaeltrust844]

Thx for your help and tips to survive in the Philippines godspeed to you sir!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

So nice of you

[@bvo108]

Woh.... Just finished the Thai video... this one is just as informative & spot on. You speak my language my friend. I appreciate your logic... #respect

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks again Billy! Much appreciated!

[@stevendaniels7266]

Nice video..just straight to the point..no sugar coating..lol

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you for the comment Steven!

[@mohamadalruby8784]

Yes .. pearls of wisdom ! Thank you

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Most welcome!

[@Cy5208]

Don't accept tampo whatever you do. Pretty good ideas. Watch out for the family black holes where the money disappears.

[@michaelfeehily5926]

whats tampo?

[@normatwater7419]

You need to also put up with the loud (what they call in music) all i here is BOOM BOOM some times till 3am even though the law says 10pm . And it is not to be as loud as they have it. Thank goodness i have a good rapport with the local police and when i can not take it any longer i call and they come and shut it down . Also be prepared to pay more at the market than a Filipino and in any store that the price is not on the item . I have tested this with my wife of over 40 years . I only live here 5 months a year i need to go back to US and regroup . Driving is very hard to do in the city i only go so far toward the city and then call a (Grab) to come pick me up . I live on the island of Cebu and more and more motor cycles and scooters on the road i bet most don’t have a License and most don’t have tail lights at night hard to see will pass you on the right (Watch out) If i come from the city to home it is 35miles and take about 2&1/2 hours . You just have to live with it things are not going to change if you can not put up with it stay in your country don’t make this your permeant home . I am sure other islands are better that others to live on you just have to explore .

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I was in Cebu City for four months. I feel your pain!

[@normatwater7419]

And i am still here till mid Feb and get readjusted @@JeremyClodfelter

[@mountainbiker6098]

wish i saw your video 14 years ago hehe. met a filipina had a son and supported both of them. when i caught her messing around and got pregnant with her Bf i asked her to let me take my son to the USA and she agreed. He is 11 now and the best boy anyone could have and she is with the cement and rebar that i left behind. i did spend so much there building and supporting her but i have a son who is worth every penny i spent. i guess i met one of the bad ones so be careful. i still love phil and the people there but if your a foreigner to them your rich and they will tell you anything to get your money period. i should have bought a condo in makati and that would have been money well spent.

[@EckRD]

Yup. most of these girls have been sheltered by their families and they can easily flip flop on relationship.

[@SuperWorshipguy]

Really like watching your videos, everything you say is what i agree with , youve motivated me in so many ways. Im going there end of this month!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That's fantastic DJ. I wish you all the best! Be safe over there, and have a great time! Thank you for the comment!

[@SuperWorshipguy]

@@JeremyClodfelter what i like about you is that you're keeping it real for many of us who have been thinking of jumping on that big silver bird, I've been trying for over 10 years to go there.

[@Lpmgato1]

Lots of wisdom. Thanks for practical reality in your video.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Very welcome!

[@CapMan1249]

Good sensible video and advice.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thank you Robert!

[@khatchupoy1144]

Im an expat to another country but im a filipino. Your ideas makes sense, specially about finances. It applies anywhere. For women, well, you're right.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment Zak!

[@0011clem]

Yes , lots of people think the Philippines is really cheap for everything , but it is NOT. some things are cheap , But lots of things are around the same price as back home in your western country . Try not to drive cars in manila and other crowded places. If you are in an accident , it will always be YOUR fault . no matter who was in the wrong . Police corruption exists . and nearly all filipinos who see you out and about will always think you are rich. Yes it is easy to drink yourself to death there . alcohol is very affordable, same with ciggs . Don't do drugs , have respect for the people , and don't act like an idiot or big shot , and you should be fine.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment.

[@jc41457]

What if i look like a movie star? Does that help or hinder me? How much money is required to buy the police off or is that expected ie a bribe which is not punished. All of this stuff i am hearing is literally making me ill. Ive heard so many good things but it only takes 1 really bad day to ruin ur life. Yep. To me pi just doesnt have enuff positive reasons to say yes on a visit or move at this time.

[@davidhall3747]

My niece as well as many others said I look rich. I don't know why- its just the way it is. I won't be able change the situation in the Philippines. Maybe being the Boss has caused all this?

[@jimvanderpoel7729]

My wife is Filipina and she is amazing , we actually are retiring to the Philippines because with my va alone we can live like a rock star there. But we like to visit the many WWII sites like corregidor island Bataan intramuros and fort drum as well as the tons of shipwrecks, but your right you need income and you need to live within your means.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment Jim.

[@dylanbanks1921]

Very informative. Thanks for the heads up!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Welcome Dylan!

[@dylanbanks1921]

Thanks a lot! I didn't expect a response and especially one that quick! I plan to be in the Philippines within the next few months. Thanks again!

[@delmarfaulksii5150]

Abstain from discussions about: Politics Religion Drugs Don't say things against: Government or it's officials. Person's Family. Religious affiliations Live in a provincial area and not Manila, because it is cheaper costs and there are less: Corrupt people per Capita. Less mosquitos, depending on locale. Less dependence on foreign 💰. Avoid being kidnapped by: checking with the USA Embassy Travel Advisory. Be in well lit areas whenever possible.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Definitely.

[@stephenantonicelli7069]

Avoid being kidnapped. Ha,ha..:-)

[@stevemarino5745]

I like this guy, and really miss Southerners (currently find myself stuck in Tucson during the pandemic). We are gonna tell it like it is, we love conversation, and have common sense. If Trump wins this election, the Philippines is on my list of places to move to.

[@animalkingdom3341]

if you have a filipina wife, the whole family realatives, cousins is your family now lol

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That's one reason I moved to Thailand! lol. Thanks for the comment.

[@frenkyb.1332]

Oliver - in what way? Positive or negative? I am just meeting a girl from Filipino... to be honest, I am pretty lonely here in Europe. I would like to have a warm wife and family... what do you mean? They are just about your money or... ?

[@shawndouglass2939]

Frenky B. I see he didn't answer You, so I will, I Married a Filipina a couple yrs ago, and while it's true you marry the whole family that can be a good thing, my new in-laws are wonderful, caring honest people, and just like my Wife, they also go way above and beyond to make me feel welcome, some of friendliest people I have met in my 54 yrs, also be prepared, Filipinos Love to celebrate, especially birthdays, they will cook up a feast you wouldn't believe for these occasions, and these people really know how to cook! My in-laws even have a party and cook up a storm for my birthday when I'm not there for the occasion, I am truly blessed to have these people for in-laws. If you have a Filipino girlfriend you are a lucky man, although I'm sure there are some bad women there, as there is everywhere, my Wife would go to the ends of the earth for me, and is completely faithful, I have friends married to Filipinos also and they agree it was the best decision they have made. Also I have found that people in the Philippines are some of the friendliest people I have ever come across, much more so than people here in the States, just don't act like an idiot. This had been my experience, and I hope it helps you out, if your girlfriend is one of the good ones, Marry her, you'll be glad you did, I wish you well on your journey.

[@xelfiagapay]

Frenky B, what Oliver meant was if you marry a filipina you marry the whole family, means to say the whole family is looking up to you financially, especially families coming from very remote areas and, yes poor. There are plus and minus points in it but mostly minus on your part. It doesnt mean you can shag the whole family. But this is not always the case, but this happens due to economic reasons. Also please bear in mind that this is a catholic nation and such they have this notion of extended family where a married son/daughter is still living on the same roof.

[@AFuller2020]

You will always be the outsider, never on the inner circle, you will be met with jealousy and indifference, get used to it.

[@michaelatoz580]

My wife is from the Philippines and she is a wonderful loving woman. Family comes first in the Philippines something that missing in western countries today. And yes family comes out of the woodwork when its time for a party or a gathering. To put in prospective for $300.00 you can put on a pig roast, beer, liquor and all the food for over 50 people the cost of one night out in the USA for 2 people. I get more from seeing the joy on the faces from people who have so little, then blowing the money on myself. We from the west have not had it that bad,we are spoiled in so many way. Its good to enjoy the simple things in life and yes its money spent on family you don't know but who cares its a party.... Just roll with it! My wife and I are just back from a 30 day vacation and had a hard time spending 80 dollars a day average. ( Just remember when you are on vacation they are on vacation too.) Just be smart with your money and make sure you have retirement income also. I talked to some who make it on as little as 600.00 us dollars a month and get by but it is tight!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks for the comment Michael. A good comment with real world experience is always appreciated.

[@michaelatoz580]

@@JeremyClodfelter We are planning to retire to the Philippines in the next 8 years have a house already and a 500sq meter lot. I was forced to buy the house its a typical set up that its was grandmas house with her parents house built next door and her brother store on the other side of the house. When her grandmother was to die the house was to be sold and split between all the brothers and sisters. I figured in the long run it would be cheaper then sending extra money each month to support them and putting her brothers family out of work. As it is we send 150.00 to 200.00 dollars to support the family with basic needs. The Philippines social security or old age money that is supposed to be paid each month is not, they may get it every 3 months with no back pay. Its better to make them work for most of the money they get but help out on the short fall. As it is the 200.00 will pay water, electric, (moms part for tiny house) food, moms meds, and tv/internet load! So the cost of my water and electric bill in the USA it pretty much covers everything there! I told my wife the car payments and auto insurance money alone we can pay our bills in the Philippines that would be about $600.00 The one thing is food cost have gone up I find cost of eggs around 7 peso each or $1.58 per dozen all pork 260 peso per kilo or around $ 2.45 a pound rice has doubled in cost in the last six year since was there last. If I remember correct 6 years ago smokes per pack were around 50 peso now run around 90 peso per pack or $1.70 USD. Good bottle of rum will cost about 260 peso or about $5 USD. You can buy rock gut rum not aged for as little as 40 peso less then $ 1 USD. Hope this helps out other people thinking about over seas retirement go and stay in a place and buy like the locals. If you cant buy your meat/fish in an open market with no refrigeration or your rice from an open bag with bugs in it then stay away. Also remember this all your food needs to be stored in plastic storage bins with lids. It may be different in big cities but in the provinces this is how it is.

[@roysheaks1261]

Best thing I can recommend is, get on the internet. Don’t go to the dating sites, but to the KZbin videos such as this one. Learn from them. Heed their warnings. Never go to the Philippines, or anywhere, without a contingency plan.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I completely agree. Thank you for the comment.

[@holinyx77]

Dateinasia is a great site. I met my wife there and have been happy ever since I met her

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Congratulations Beau! That's awesome!

[@pdunc1976]

met my filipina wife via plenty of fish.she was in HK living/working and after we started talking via phone we moved her back home to santa rosa before xmas.i went there in may of '09 married there in front of her family.they were great,the wife has been here in the usa since '10.we are cool....

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That's awesome! Congratulations Po!

[@billm7166]

I meet my wife on meetme may 2016 and came here October 2016 and have been living since I love the area we live in Tondo is great very friendly people. We are having a little girl next month.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That’s Awesome Bill! Congrats on the little girl!

[@hewen8199]

"What do i mean by that?" hahaha. Great video. Great advice.

[@killan001]

This is how i envision my life in the future. Thank you for the information.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Very welcome!

[@errolsternberg8185]

Wise words of wisdom. Just behave like you would at home. All will be ok.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Agreed. You are correct.

[@s.t.santos5928]

You are so wise and realistic.

[@lynphil9202]

MARRY A AN EDUCATED FILIPINA AND SOMEONE WHO KNOWS HOW TO BUSINESS.THATS THE BEST I COULD ADVICE!AND OF COURSE ,THE ONE WHO IS NOT MARRIED YET AND DONT HAVE SMALL SIBLINGS TO SHOULDER ON.WE DONT HAVE DIVORCE HERE.AND YOU ARE HERE TO ENJOY LIFE!I KNOW SOMEONE AND IF YOU ARE INTERSTED JUST CONTACT ME.

[@c00lcr8r]

Good advice dude!!! I feel ya!

[@stevecadman137]

I like your thinking, good comments

[@JeremyClodfelter]

Thanks Steve!

[@arthurleino]

My wife and I will celebrate 30 years in August. I was Station dito 1989-92. We have vacationed in the Philippines. I am retired Navy and from my civilian work. My wife still works, Tatay and Nanay live with us here. Tatay sends money to family in Leyte.

[@USMC0331]

He's pretty right about the dating sites. I met my wife on one were married if a daughter there not money grubbing people I never had there family ask for money or my wife when we dated. I took care of business and shorted her our daughter was born there thank God. May sound weird but it was only 800 dollars vs meeting my deductible in the states on my insurance. But we're very happy she's really awesome wife

[@qt1365]

He reminds me of Aaron Marino when he says "gentlemen"

[@JeremyClodfelter]

"He" says, "Cool."

[@joehart7260]

Don't go to Mindanao or any of the autonomous regions in the south, you could be kidnapped, especially if you are a westerner.

[@File404Error]

Joe Hart ive just spent 6 months on Mindanao .im British ! Have a place in pololmolok south Cotabato and The people are wonderful . Never felt threatened .. martial law helps . Live with my GF Drive a owner type jeep . Go out most days . Gen San . Koranadol. Tupi . Glan Sarangani .. all Very friendly .never a Cross word in 6 months . Going Back april 2019 be There all year. Like that westerners being told stay way ..nice for me We have a bomb problem Oo, we do but never felt worried !

[@BuRnChilD]

@@File404Error agreed, was just there 2 weeks ago, polomolok/gensan area. Felt safe, mindanao is still in martial law, but when talking to the locals, they didn't find any difference, maybe a curfew...

[@JohnAdams-xc5yk]

Haha been here in the province for 7 years your in more danger in a gated subdivision full of foreigners

[@gatasalvaje8611]

@@File404Error hey Jeremy see you here in Polomolok 🙂

[@stevecadman137]

I would agree about the autonomous region but the rest of Mindanao is fine, as long as you're sensible, keep a low profile and don't cause trouble

[@toliu4u]

Excellent inputs and thank you.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

You're welcome Tom. Thanks for the comment!

[@Jacksmith-dy1in]

Seems like good advice for everywhere

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That’s very true Jack.

[@martyjouett9949]

Spot on! They are for the most part great great people there!

[@JeremyClodfelter]

I agree Marty!

[@leonwangls]

if you want the cute waitress, just pay her directly.

[@JeremyClodfelter]

That’s an option for many people, not for me. It’s just not my thing. Thanks for the comment.

[@0011clem]

yes , no need to keep going to the bar for months and months . after a couple of drinks the first time , just ask her if she is married or has a boyfriend.