Why 60% Of Expats DON'T MAKE It In The Philippines

[@cmehustle]

My first trip to the Phillipines is coming up in March. Im really looking to retire eventually somewhere in Asia. I think its important to visit a place to scout if thats something thats for you. I do see value in listening to youtubers and people who have been there before you, but you have to get your own boots on the ground.

[@lancefogle1433]

FIRST, MAKE SURE YOU ARE IN GOOD HEALTH AND HAVE A GOOD AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR HEALTH AND DENTAL CARE. MAKE SURE YOU DON'T HAVE TO WORK AND CAN COVER YOUR BASIC NEEDS. DON'T RUSH INTO ANY RELATIONSHIP, TAKE YOUR TIME AND DO YOUR HOMEWORK 😊

[@lqdxoni1]

i think another issue is the fact its hard to just relax get a coffee and slice of pie also the need to always go out and do things worse yet they get wrapped up in the white knight syndrome and they try to save a bar girl

[@Eduardo-m2i]

hahahahahaaha

[@JohnThomas-li2vi]

You hit all the facts right on the head

[@Jeffyinthehills]

I live in the Philippines and gave a good province girl. As far as I am aware, I have never even seen a bar girl. I have never been to a bar over here for sure. The problems you mentioned depend on the decisions of the individual expat, not all expats have the same experience. My biggest issue is not finding a good cut of beef. I live outside Tacloban on Leyte

[@thomasodetinape4180]

​@@JeffyinthehillsTyphoon alley

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

It's actually tiring and often stressful, not exciting, to have to go out or travel a lot. Not ashamed to admit, I enjoy being a homebody (save a LOT of cash that way too), and working with my hobbies. I cannot be with a partner who is inwardly restless and has to always go, go, go. If you love dealing with heavy, slow moving traffic, more power to you. However, I must have AC in this hot climate. It's hard to understand how expats do without it. Finally, if you want to live a long, healthy life, right diet and exercise are a MUST. Get up and get moving. That all being said, the Philippines is not the greatest place on earth, nor the cheapest. Travel to other countries or, at the very least, spend several months to a year here before you commit.

[@BIGGWILL369]

Way more cons than pros to live in the Philippines. The older you get, the less bs you want to deal with.

[@edwardlawler9487]

People don’t understand 3rd world is 3rd world

[@thomasodetinape4180]

And it's exponential BS in the Philippines

[@edwardlawler9487]

@ rapid 3rd world shenanigans is real it ain’t changing either

[@thomasodetinape4180]

@edwardlawler9487 it is, getting worse.

[@Billybritt-s4t]

And the USA is not 3rd would gtfoh

[@keinlieb3818]

That home sickness can be a struggle. Making new friends in the Philippines is also a struggle when it comes to language barriers and cultural differences. I was lucky to get over that by joining the army when I was 18, and my 1st duty station was overseas. Granted, I had other soldiers to make friends with, but I still struggled with home sickness. However, I couldn't just leave. I had to learn to deal with it.

[@emilyacana341]

Where ever country you go there’s always a problems.

[@FlyRich72]

What I find is that the ones who don't make it don't plan properly. They trust the wrong woman with things they should trust no one with, their money. Gets a woman and start simpong and do too much for that women. Also addiction because vices are cheap for a westerner and they overindulge in all of that. Glad that you actually talked about that because many channels seem to not talk of that. First time I was in Angeles years back and seen an American on the street begging and I was shocked!

[@jerryG-p3w]

I found the ones that are the closest in character and personality to the locals are the ones who make it. most wont.

[@pernelltlllman]

Some of these guys that come here act like they have never had a woman before. Buying houses, etc. Crazy. And then the woman kicks them out. 😂

[@aries6303]

You're doing a good service to future expats...This is a great reality check for those future expats...moving to another country requires a lot of thinking, planning and research about the country you plan to settle in and also to read and learn from the others who have been living in your prospective country of destination....

[@paulmusso1982]

If their budget is 2 K a month and they can’t make it how are they gonna survive in the US ?

[@misutasutanto6312]

I will keep working in the u s and live in decent life

[@keinlieb3818]

Living a western lifestyle in the Philippines is definitely expensive. They come here to expecting the same lifestyle for half the price, and that just isn't realistic. It's actually more expensive to live a western life style in the Philippines vs. the US. Especially if you want western style foods. Beef is absolutely expensive here.

[@JamesHickman-g5c]

@@keinlieb3818 Is there any one western lifestyle? Probably not. Good food, exercise, and sunshine is all you really need. Well, AC, too. People that say 'western lifestyle' often really mean 'tourist mode' where they feel compelled to travel and eat out a lot (did we do that in the West? I didn't). True, some foods are expensive or even impossible to find; however, eating healthy is not hard if you cook at home. Actually, I don't believe it's western lifestyle that breaks the bank, rather it's being with a woman who is too expensive for you and/or treats you like an ATM. Many expats couple with a single mother or bar girl, and pay a premium for that.

[@MichaelMCNeal-b1s]

The biggest thing in the I believe it's the most important thing is a steady monthly income every month. Most of us can't retire yet so to just pack up and move to the Philippines and knowing that you financially don't have a steady income. I can understand if you have a lot of money saved up. And you can just up and leave. The money you have saved for a long time will run out. If you don't have a steady income that is what I believe is most important.

[@Traveltip247]

Exactly. Most of the ones that make it have pension or retirement. I’m prime example. I was working remotely during and after pandemic. Once I had to go back hybrid the party was over. I tried ways to make money remotely but just didn’t happen.

[@arbogastosambumbia7649]

One million percent agree bro. Thank you.

[@dpanman]

Good video, Jay.. I've been spending summers in the Philippines with my fiance for the last two years. I use the time there to scout best places to live and learn about a lot of the things that you mentioned here. When I finally make my move, I will be well versed in most things. I do not advise a guy to just pack up and venture half way around the world into the unknown. There are negatives, and you may encounter that everyday..

[@tonyanderson4400]

Speaking nothing but the truth. Good advice. 🙂👍🏽

[@Yabani-Ra]

Wherever you go, there you are.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ripley7t429]

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[@guambroker]

You need an asset that makes income enough to survive anywhere.. secret is asset and cashflow is in US, and spending in Asia.. live well brothas

[@Buildsolarhomes]

@guambroker.... Make that 7 - 8 "Income Producing Assets" !!!!!!!!!!

[@pernelltlllman]

Yessir!!

[@Buildsolarhomes]

The best way to "research" is to GET ON LOCATION and explore boots 🥾 on the ground. Minimum stay 3-4 weeks.

[@mikekinsella2822]

Over indulge is pretty much death to your budget.

[@ThaMidwestBrutha]

Cons: 1. Traffic 2. The cost of Rent is equivalent to some pricesses in the States(higher up in the mountain subdivisions) 3. Bugs(roaches & ants & mosquitoes) 4. Some of the food 5. Lack of certain usa Standards 6. Immigration expense 7. Mobility(too many people on the street) 8. Water outages 9. Brown outs 10. U need a steady income of at least $2000mo or more depending on your level of comfortability. 11. The street dogs, omg the barking & free roaming. 12. Limited shoes & clothing sizes. 13. Electricity 14. The faucet water is horrible(do not drink it at all). 15. They need a Walmart & Home depot. Pros: 1. Low cost of living 2. Health care cost is very affordable 3. The people are very nice(omg the women) 4. The ocean & beaches 5. Crime is low. 6. The chicken is amazing 7. McDonald's taste better idk why. 8. Limited sugar in pops 9. Dollar value(Cash Money Talks BS walks) 10. The Malls 11. Wet Markets & their variety of fruits & veggies 12. Its a few more....

[@pernelltlllman]

I disagree with a couple of things, but only because I live in a condo and don't suffer brownouts myself. But you are basically spot on

[@ThaMidwestBrutha]

@pernelltlllman elaborate please share your thoughts, I wanna know!!!

[@pernelltlllman]

@@ThaMidwestBrutha No, your good. Like I said, just a couple of things that you had listed ( which I do know affect a lot of expats). I am just fortunate enough to not have to deal with brownouts, and water shortages, because of the condo that I live in. They have a generator here. That's all. But really everything you mentioned is indeed correct.

[@damncars2618]

Today's my 5 year happy anniversary. 66/24. If you're a good person and plan, it's possible to have a wonderful life in the Philippines.

[@jerryG-p3w]

Attrition rate is much higher than that. in the nineties. They have an unrealistic picture of the place.

[@xxxxz4862]

Sadly, guys don't visit before actually planning thoroughly.

[@eliottrobinson8288]

Nice video Jay. Very informative.

[@Passport-X]

I almost thought this was an old video. You're looking much younger bro. Life must be good for you over there. God bless!

[@TheBlackFilipino]

Thanks! Appreciate the support!

[@ervinalexander1734]

Yes you're right about the medical situation Manila is the best city to move I'm a retired USMC veteran

[@nashkita77]

Stay single. Having a woman complicates everything. I've been living here about 5 years off and on. Enjoy yourself. Be selfish and life here will be good. If you are concerned about brownouts, get a solar panel. Or 2.

[@pernelltlllman]

Yessir. If a guy can survive getting locked down for at least the first 5 months, they might realize no need to do that.Just casually date.

[@kombotmarine1304]

I love it here I am in the top 1% of people here financially in america I was lower middle class or upper lower class and struggled to save I had enough for bills but not much more to go from that to a top 1%er it's just night and day different the quality of live I can afford here

[@benjaminspann1892]

Thanks for the information 👍

[@daviddarden1915]

Great information, that will help many to make it in the Philippines 🇵🇭, thank you 😊

[@jlmarc01]

Good stuff Jay. Hit it on the nail

[@MichaelMCNeal-b1s]

A great video Jay .

[@xxxxz4862]

Visited in September. There are a lot of older guys there with younger Filipinas, which is disgusting. Also, finding a job there is almost impossible, Homelessness is rampant, and people beg and harass you for money. You need a reliable source of income, like a good pension or remote job. Also, don't move to another country for a woman. Go because you want more.

[@CrisCris-y7q]

If they are over 30, they are not so young. If you can't get a good sort, it's on you. Don't complain coz if you could, you would do the same.

[@axizcorp]

Lol. Tell something Filipinos don't know. 😂

[@Hannoshobazz_Neolmech]

Age gaps are NOT disgusting in a COLONY. It's NOT a country.

[@Sandra-c5g5m]

Yes, agree, disgusting fools, expats with young girls going to dump old guy 1 day, when she won't care for his old age remedies

[@utubes720]

There are a lot of older guys with younger in the United States too. It’s not “disgusting”. You sound way young and lacking life experience.

[@easygoing4769]

I don’t blame you, if you lived in other southeast countries you will find that Philippines 🇵🇭 it cost twice expensive than anywhere else in the region

[@backtothePI]

I had some dental work in the Philippines and I was 40 late. The dentist and her assistant showed up 5 minutes after I did. This is kinda the norm cause the traffic is horrendous.

[@lamonttaylor5061]

I have expat friend still living in the Philippines the good life .

[@moreycleveland2472]

IF YOU PLAN TO FAIL YOU FAIL TO PLAN

[@pernelltlllman]

Preach!!

[@Awkwardturtle6000]

Rule 1: Don't move there for a woman. Move there for other reasons, such as higher quality of life. Rule 2: Be in tip-top physical health before cementing yourself.

[@mikerussell7366]

It's not that hard. You have to plan for everything. And be smart and spend money smart i am blessed like you I am a older guy and my wife is close to my age. I do not have the family help issue she keeps them away.plus all her kids have great jobs. You just have to find the right suition.

[@kanointhephilippines8082]

No matter what you did in your home country and how successful you were, this place is different. Yes, we can speak the same language but the culture difference is much more than new expats realize. You must come here and crawl, walk then run, there is no shortcut to the learning curve, it takes 12-18 months before you start to understand the culture here. New guys need to take the first year and focus on what they want retirement life to look like and learn about the country. Dating and finding a new wife should not be your number one goal at the start, give it time and when you do start dating go very slow with everything especially marriage. If you can make it past 8 years you should be good to go, for me the 8th year is when everything seems to hit at once and you realize just how hard living here can be. Be patient, and be flexible with everything and always have plan a, b and c for every possible scenario that could arise here. And yes you can live well on $1500 a month, especially in a small town or province. Life can be very good here but it takes hard work, time and a little luck.

[@edwinholcombe2741]

Amen!

[@kombotmarine1304]

I wonder what part of manila your in just last week we had our first outage ever a transformer exploded right outside my building power was out maybe 2 hours I guess they were very quick to send repair crews to fix it it was maybe around 9pm I was surprised that anything happened before the next morning

[@coolsense5356]

After living in Manila for two years I experienced all the good and all the bad of the Philippines. I had plenty fun but at the end of the day that fun was based on how much money I was spending. Everything there is based on your willingness to share your dollars.

[@jimmyjames1411]

It’s pretty easy if you’re not an A type, are easy going, can live a humble life or like the locals, and are not argumentative.

[@pernelltlllman]

Hey! What are you trying to say? 😂. I am type A and I love it here in the Philippines. But yeah, I am still learning to try go with the flow here as much as possible. I have gotten pretty good with coming up with work arounds for much of the aggravating things here, except the " sorry Po out of stock". 😂. But I don't miss the US at all. And the dating opportunities can't be beat.

[@benjaminkful]

The Phillipine's is one of the best places to be in the world

[@moreycleveland2472]

ITS CALLED THINKING THE GRASS IS GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE BEFORE YOU ANYWHERE FIRST THING YOU HAVE TO MAKE SURE YOUR FINANCES ARE CORRECT & IF YOUR FINANCES ARE NOT CORRECT THE WORSE THING YOU CAN DO IS TAKE YOUR ASS OVERSEAS YOU HAVE TO COVER YOUR ASS AT ALL TIMES

[@pacthesharwell3598]

Living abroad is a young persons game...

[@clodismccuien8082]

To be honest I would go and live there somewhat like I was camping. I hope that's not derogatory

[@clodismccuien8082]

Or I would bring my plumbing business there

[@utubes720]

$1,500 a month budget? Wow, that’s a risky plan. My budget is 5k, but I want to spend less than that instead of waste money. But I am also looking to home-base Cebu and only visit province life like a “vacation home” setup. Healthcare is my main concern. Thailand seems better infrastructure but the language barrier is a problem there.

[@edwardlawler9487]

What’s the barrier issue? Food gym women what else are you talking about lol

[@methemonkeyking]

Been to Thailand many times, no problem with the language. If they don't understand English you have Google translate. Also, 40 million visitors a year. They have no problem with language.

[@pernelltlllman]

Well it's up to what a particular individual feels comfortable with as far as a monthly budget is concerned. While I do have access to more, I only allot myself $1,500 each month. I live in a condo in a gated community with 24 hour guards, and within 5 minutes walk of a SM Mall. I have a girlfriend and I go places for entertainment and eat out etc, and I still save almost 400 every month. I live about an hour and a half outside of Manila, but go there to hangout pretty often. So location is key, and of course what you like to do. But most guys don't need to spend more than $1,500 a month to live pretty well in the Philippines, unless they're money wasters and don't plan out their expenditures well. But if you want to live in BGC and eat western food daily, then yeah, your probably looking at $3,000 and up depending.

[@utubes720]

@@pernelltlllman What's the name of your area? I'd like to check it out. And yeah, I have a hard time with the local food choices. I try to eat clean, and not a fan of the food.

[@ad-jj3yv]

A 5k budget per month is alot, even as a tourist...you must be living it up in a highrise condo near the beach with a different Filipino each day of the week to blow through 5k in a month😅.

[@pacthesharwell3598]

Xpats showed these woman abroad how to make tik tok , and youtube channels ? Know that's there new man ! My favorite youtuber ? Smart and beautiful , phillapena pea ! She dont need a man...

[@qwintisntial1792]

PEACE BROTHER Love your Channel 💯 Which City are you Living in ? WHAT IS THE BIG MEDICAL CENTER THERE SO I CAN CONTACT THEM ABOUT MY MEDICATIONS AVAILABILITY?THANKS IN ADVANCE!!

[@JohnThomas-li2vi]

For me the worse is having no expat community of our own, like a Chinatown or other ethnic groups that has a little space of tteir is wn.

[@pacthesharwell3598]

Prince , said it best ? Act your age not your shoe size ...

[@malikkweli8627]

So far on my research......... i like Davao or Valencia outside of Dumagette but, nothing beats boots on the ground....

[@jameswilson1522]

Wow

[@moreycleveland2472]

YOU BETTER TAKE A FULL PHYSICAL BEFORE YOU MOVE OUT OF AMERICA TO ANOTHER COUNTRY

[@milkywaymusic]

Unrealistic expataions lol

[@thomasodetinape4180]

Just not worth it.

[@nineseven420empire3]

$$$ and women......

[@Cimba217]

🧠🧠🧠

[@369dabbler]

Philipines sounds like a really uncomfortable climate…talk about hard work Shit food too

[@thomasboutin6045]

Until you are here...living... I suggest that you visit

[@daysoff4ever]

100 percent because broke no money or wonderful here