YOU'RE A HOT COMMODITY IN THE PHILIPPINES

[@actionjackson5759]

17:08 Mike, even if you are a young man or closer to her age, Western Culture more than likely will turn her into a feminist, a masculine woman , then when she start making money in the USA, she might feel that you’re no longer needed, so it doesn’t matter if you’re younger or older, taking her back to A Western Country will make you lose her in most cases! For her to keep her culture, her morals, her dignity and humility, it’s best to keep her in her own country where she will value you!

[@rexlaughlin3897]

In most cases they stay with you in America. I have many Filipina friends in the US and they have been with their Husbands for many years and are still truly happy and in love

[@Landmantx]

Is this your experience or just an idea you have? We have over 50 couples in our Fil-Am group and I have not seen one divorce in my 7 years in the group. Haven’t even heard of one yet. I am sure it could happen, but it certainly isn’t common.

[@addictcar69]

I know 5 filipina..2 filipina brought by filipino man and are divorcing both single moms and the othe 3 filipina brought by white over 60yrs old and are cheating on them. I work in the hole industry, and my hotel is the biggest one international so most filipina don't make good gf or wife. Just short term relationship and dump and move to the next one 😅😅😅😅

[@MrJollychimp]

Feminist masculine woman....too f ing funny. Another loser who can't get a woman. Western women are wonderful,....strong, independent, and able to survive without becoming parasites.

[@FinnCh979]

well considering the fall of the west. Dont worry too much mate. Bring her over and take care of her like a man. Also remember to vet her. Her relationship with the father, extremely important

[@5ivestring]

I met a Colombian woman 16 years ago when I was 58 and it was the best thing that ever happened to me. Moved to Colombia and am treated like royalty. Not because of money, I am on a pension, but because they are genuinely nice people. 73 years old now and the respect I receive in unbelievable. Wonderful people. GREAT WIFE!

[@bailey9r]

How safe is Columbia now? I like the look of most of it but hear a lot of horror stories. I hope to get your view on this.

[@5ivestring]

@@bailey9r Compared to Chicago? San Francisco? Portland? Seattle? I feel 99% safe down here. Most locals actually watch out for me. Like anywhere, there are places you don't go but that's anywhere in the world. But the states seem to have taken crime to a whole new level. The people down here are wonderful, friendly. My Spanish is awful, waited too long in life to pick up a new language. But the people here are always willing to help me communicate,. They laugh at my attempt to speak Spanish, but not laughing at me, but out of understanding how hard it is for me to grasp. From all I have learned about the Philippines, it is probably much the same.

[@GBU61]

I have lived in Medellin for 10 years, but will move to another region of the country later this month. Medellin gets a lot of bad press but it is because of the (mostly) sex mongers or partiers who do not understand the culture. If you want to come here, you should know enough Spanish to be at least conversational (I am fluent) and come a few times to see if it is for you. Safety is a relative term. So your thoughts of it are different than everyone else. If you are coming just for the women, you will probably fail. I came for cost of living, health care, weather the scenery and how comfortable I felt here. If you can speak Spanish you will definitely stand out and if you will vet her properly, you will be like this 73 year old man and be treated great.

[@markeverson5849]

​@@GBU61I guess I have to throw the whole dream away because I can't speak Spanish and it's not easy to pick up a new language like you said it's too bad you got to throw it away because of language thanks a lot

[@Madcracka]

@@5ivestring I don't go to those places either.

[@billyjohnson9166]

I’ve been with the same Filipina for ten years. After nine years I married her. The best relationship I’ve ever had. She hasn’t changed from day one. I’m thankful for what the Philippines gave me. A nice home, a happy home, a great wife and life

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

great to hear that Billy

[@patrickmanley4943]

Did you bring her to the States and if you did, did you ever have any issues of jealousy, her becoming feminist or more American and losing her Philippine femininity and culture ?

[@billyjohnson9166]

Yes we go every year for a 3-4 weeks. We also went one year for six months. Bought an RV did a road trip. She has a tourist visa. Zhes the same as when I met her. ​@@patrickmanley4943

[@novak4594]

Great advice. Men Need an uncle like you.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks

[@AugieBenDougie-wk9pr]

What if they feel you don't have money, will they still give you the time of day?🤣So they are interested in your wallet first and foremost. The wallet is the prize.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

if you can travel here you must have some money

[@rickb7225]

If you don't ' show' the money, it's slim pickings. Depending your age.

[@billyboyd3493]

Yes indeed . They are interested in something thick in your pants >>>> It's name is wallet.

[@tomsaway123]

I have money but don't show it. I've been here two years. Not treated special at all. Just your average Joe. I also like the freedom of being single.

[@billyboyd3493]

@@tomsaway123 Yeah,, best that way. Separate the wheat from the chaff aka money grubbers. With an assortment of women why have a live in encumbrance anyhow. Why not just rent a house keeper, nurse, cleaner, girl (ahem) ??? Some old fogies never seem to learn.

[@setha360]

5 things a Philipino wants in Western men 20peso,50,100,500,1000

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

are you sure about that

[@nhengislandgirl23]

Excuse me sir I want you to know.not all Filipina wants money..I guarantee watching from Leyte.

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

For some filipinas, yes those are the 5 magical numbers, but not fir all....

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

A lot of filipjnas think we are rich just cuz of our skin color n where we are from, but...they havent lived in the US for the last 3 yrs under our current frail weak leader, so they have no real idea how challenging it is to save $ over there.

[@bhinbayoucity5691]

​@@nhengislandgirl23 I said a lot of em, certainky not ALL...

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Hi Mike. You’re absolutely right. You’d have to go back at least 40~50+ years in N. America to find a woman with traditional values. In fact, I’ve never met a woman in Canada that would do any of those things you described that a Filipina would do for their husbands. Yes, we are the prize and are rewarded for it. This is how relationships between man and woman should be imo.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Absolutely

[@tryscience]

The US is the same. Women have had the message "You don't need a man" hammered in their brains for so long, that they fail to realize, that just because they don't need a man, doesn't mean they shouldn't find a good one. Indeed, even their perception of a good man has changed so that only about .47% of men meet their standard. And typically, they have so little to offer a relationship that such a man wouldn't have a second look at her. And this is another reason why bringing a Filipina to the west is a terrible idea. Men see a beautiful, kind, reasonable woman and the temptation often will be too much for her.

[@jozah2148]

Amen.🙏🏾🇬🇧

[@Swizzenator]

Thats what I remember

[@Cosmo4357-mj1tw]

The feminist movement started in America in the early 70's. Remember male chauvinist pig term. It has only gotten worse since then.

[@RobertLaster-ke5qk]

I'm 44. Awarded 100% VA 2 months ago. Leaving to Philippines late June and never coming back.

[@TriggerTravels]

Me also, 100% P&T.... I would keep alot of that information to myself.

[@yoyoventura]

You’ll love it! You’ll never look back, I go every 3 months to stay for 2 months now, and planning to retire young so I can just stay there. Cheers

[@prestonwheeler959]

Have an exit plan.

[@fitzroygeorge9157]

Happy for you 👊🏾

[@JMA4206]

Man i lean over the years. never say never to anything. ...

[@petermathieson5692]

Relationships are give and take. In the Philippines, we're the prize... cause our steady income is rarer than their beauty. Back home, they're the prize... cause their beauty is rarer.

[@RaymondSell]

❤

[@RealGaryGibson]

Mike you are spot on about how the Western women will coach your Filipina when she enters the workforce in America! Filipinas have told me first hand about this and it's usually other Filipinas coaching them! They will tell her that you no longer have to cook and clean for your man and they will teach your Filipina on how to weaponize sex and if he doesn't like it, then just divorce him and take half his stuff and his house. And if they do stay together, it will likely be an unhappy marriage just like many other Western marriages.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thank Gary

[@ThePoacher-j3b]

You hit the nail on the head and I would also like to add the never ending comparison games where the American will have to listen to “They have new car, they have new house, they go on vacation to Hawaii every year, she has nice, expensive engagement ring…..” They will never be happy and will look to take half of everything from several American men who are stupid enough to marry a foreigner.

[@EllieM_Travels]

That’s so messed up

[@richardhowe5583]

For some reason when I was listening to your video I kept thinking in my mind the girls are on ground at the airport and pointing up to the sky and saying, "the plane,the plane".. and for the younger people that do not know what I'm talking about that was the beginning of the TV show Fantasy Island where people paid money to go to this island and live out their fantasies 😊😊 That is what the Philippines is for an older guy is Fantasy Islands..👍👍👙😁🍺🍻🤗😎🏝️🏖️

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

That is so funny Richard...I will do a video and use that as the thumbnail

[@Mikeyyyy_L]

Like in the movies where the navy ship pulls into the port and all the girls are there waiting on them.

[@richardhowe5583]

@@Mikeyyyy_L .. yes!! yes!! Better then that was the old pirate days when they would anchor their ship close to the island and the beautiful native girls would swim to the ship without any tops on.. when I was a kid in the fifties and a teenager in the 60s I used to go to bed and dream about that.. now my dream finally came true 🏖️🏝️👙😁🍺🍻🤗😎

[@genxx2724]

No, it was little Tattoo excitedly saying, “Zee plane! Zee plane!”

[@brucekenworthy6731]

lol tatoo was a sex fiend

[@ronaldtaylor4530]

the forever tale. No money...no hunny. Always keep tha in mind....everywhere across the planet

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Janet said "she has no money but she has a honey" hahaha

[@billyboyd3493]

@@mikesphilippineretirement And Mike thinks deep down ... with no money I will lose my honey hahah

[@Eric-qm5xw]

Just about the cash ..simple. I’d rather be alone, throughout the world is about extremities..and in the phil’s it’s hyper money oriented. Ya might as well be with a hooker..

[@robertromero8094]

If you can't keep a woman cause you have no money then she never loved you. Got to be a man of substance and she will get a job and give you the entire check.

[@steverollins4690]

Just don't bring them back to the states.

[@brent2438]

If I wanted a woman who values a man solely on him being the guy who pays the bills..... I'd call up my ex-wife😂 If the money ever runs out, you will see a woman's true character.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

true but I hope it never runs out

[@TexasCPA50]

Since the beginning of time women look for men who can provide for them. It’s not a bad thing it’s part of deal. They get support you get a woman that values you.

[@AmaliaRoberts-fl7mj]

You're very right mike .great video.im filipina has american husband and we've been almost seven years in marriage this year.we decided to live here in the philippines for good last january 2023.we had a simple life being together so money is not issue for us ever since.but unfortunately he passed away last year november because of some health issue .hes 68 and am 48 years old.my american husband is a good man and a good husband.right now am in the process of healing of losing him but life must move on.thank you there is an expats like you motivating or helping to get some ideas for some expats who likes to retire and soon living here in the philippines .God bless and more videos to upload.

[@michaelwuji1758]

Mike, well thought out advice. Especially about taking an age gap relationship to the USA. Married a beautiful province girl, took her to USA. What you described is exactly what happened. No hard feelings. it was a good 5 year run. Lesson learned. Now I'm in the Phils in a wonderful relationship. Sometimes she talks of moving to USA... NOPE NOPE NOPE... They think they won't change, but what does't change is human nature. GILLIG, Thanks Michael

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thanks for the comment Michael

[@JennaHasm]

Is that your photo?

[@dukeman7595]

Mike you're an intellgent man with a great deal of commonsense.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thank you Duke

[@magnetoforce704]

Thanks for useful information. I like to see which city is good for foreigners to live in the Philippines.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

come and visit nothing like boots on the ground

[@tomhunter2623]

Mike another great video such good advice and information thanks.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

sure Tom Thanks

[@SIMONEMURILLO]

You are right ; I met my fiancé she is half my age n I love love love her ; we been together two yrs and I never been happier. I recommend any foreigner that pinays are the best prettiest n kindest women. I love their beauty n kindness.

[@johnclark1469]

Great advise Mike. Balanced, very encouraging, honest. Cool you pointed out that age-gap is common among Philippino couples not just w a foreigner. Its cultural appreciation of the older mans stability and intelligence - a reflection of Filipina wisdom. One thing I would like to hear more of is the distinction between income security being a foundation for a loving genuine relationship and income security being the main reason for the relationship. One is real, the other fake. We need to keep in mind to avoid the latter regardless of how young and sexy the girl is - and know how to tell the difference. You do a pretty good job of that but others just say “your money gets you the girl” not character and wisdom w security. Thanks, John.

[@michaelhaney4314]

I did the dating stuff state side and I was just a paycheck with a pulse. In the Philippines I felt excited and wanted... My Filipino girlfriend is fantastic and treats me with respect and it shows.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

your have found what is inside the prize. A great girl perfect for you

[@wolfe5047]

Iam 60 and my wife is 37 we have been together for 18 years. And she started working within a year of coming here to the USA. So, she could send money home to her mom. And help put her younger brothers and sisters thru school. So, it isn't always the case that they leave. It is the woman you marry and how you treat her.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you have a good one

[@saca1951]

Mike, your suggestion not to bring a Filipina to America is correct. Never bring one here. Brought mine here in 2016 she became corrupted, brain washed from friends and coworkers. She became a constant problem and still is. You can't believe the things she has done and become. She has waken me up several times ( five times now) in the early morning to give me 10 minutes notice she leaving for a two week vacation with her friend. Friend picks her up or she takes Uber to the airport. She goes off and leaves me and our 12 year old here alone. I become both Mon and Dad. The list just goes on and on with her. She works and has her own bank account, her wages last year were 56K USD and pays only what bills she wants to pay. She works 12 hours a day and has become a terrible mother. Only cares about her self. She will not clean or cook, She has become a nightmare. Now she wants a divorce. What goes around comes around.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thanks for sharing

[@pattskatoey3139]

That’s scary you put up with her bs.

[@TLovevsLife]

You are paying the prize for taking her to the USA

[@rickb7225]

I'm great fan of your channel and your honesty, but I've been here in Mindanao, Cebu and Panglao for the last 7 weeks, my experience has been opposite. I dated 6 girls, all have been more interested in leeching money, i don't mind spending 1.5k on meal, but when they ask 1k for transport and help fo their budget, I realise why they turned for date. Others have ghosted me ( not turned up ) or tried scam me online. Personally I have found that ' boots on the ground ' is a wake up call, and not in a good way. I'm 60, maybe too old, but I'm slim, average looking, but I think appearance doesn't have much to do with it. I think from first meeting a Filipina its necessary throw decent amount of extra money for them to think there a pot of gold for them at the end of the rainbow.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Sometimes it hard and if your a good guy they can easy fool you

[@greybeard277]

Don't feel you need to lead with your wallet. Play poor and only spring for coffee or a cheap meal. You are not there to impress her, you are there to find out who she is and if she has the proper mindset to make a good partner. Let them know you send beggars away.

[@KMJ1936]

Spot on Mate, but you might have better luck outside of the cities you mentioned. I've had better luck when I befriend a local and they introduced me to a good girl.

[@Mexicobeanpole]

So, it’s pay for hire love. 😂 just hire a hooker. At least a hooker is honest about what her intentions are.

[@billr8316]

dude they just want your money, you otherwise aren't bringing really joy to their life, you're making it easier with money 😂😂

[@douglastaylor194]

How is that different from anywhere else

[@marcose.5723]

It's the same everywhere man. The difference is that some woman are truly grateful for whatever good things you bring into their lives, others (most western ones) believe they are entitled to it and no appreciation is required of them.

[@bdalpine]

Yes, I agree they would look at us because we can provide for them.

[@mrhooks01]

Nice advice !! Mike

[@JtJt-pd6wn]

I am so pleased l stumbled onto your youtube clips Mike. This is exactly what l wanted to hear. It is good to take advice that you give out

[@billblane7725]

Mike, AGAIN, more down to earth, common sense advise. Thanks Mike :)

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

welcome!

[@billkeller3083]

I am about to marry a beautiful Filipina. We have been chatting on FB fir 2 years ( every day ) she really loves me ,and I’m so I n Love with her . I’m 63 ,she is 18 . Before anybody says anything,her aunt introduced us. I was kinda thinking dhe is too young , but we hit it off from day one . She is beautiful,and funny . I met her and her family in December,and I’m going to marry her next March . , I know I will have to help her family too, but I’m ok with that . I’m going to move to phillipienes . So can you give me any advise ? I’m from Hawaii,so the lifestyle is similar. I like island style living . I hear everything you said ,and I fully agree. The Filipino girls are just amazing ... they have temper 😀,but I have learned that they are just emotional,I treat her very well ,so she really shows her appreciation 😊. Please give me some advise ,and thank you for your vid🤙🏽

[@ragjamrock]

Good advice,Mike. I would just caution guys to make sure that you're not the consolation prize, i.e., she's been with other foreigners before.👍🏝🇵🇭

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

good point

[@mikemasters4382]

If you haven't been to the Philippines yet and are planning to go based on things these bloggers are telling you, I'd be very careful because much of it is very exaggerated. I don't really understand why they want to do this to entice guys to go there. They exaggerate so many things. Yes many places do have senior lines for faster check-out but it is not always a big advantage, it can be sometimes but sometimes I don't bother because there are just as many seniors as in the regular lines so it's not like Mike says 15 people in the regular line and 2 in senior line, he even has to exaggerate that. They always wanted to point out the most positive result "YOU COULD" get at times while mot bothering to tell you the least result or average result. And they do this with everything they talk about. Overall the senior line will be an advantage but it won't be every time and it won't be by a large amount every time either when it is an advantage. Mike says you will pay hundreds of dollars to get a good meal in the US, as in plural meaning at least $200 or more. Well; of course you can go to that type of restaurant if you want but I never have once nor does anyone I hang with. The people I know that do that are people with big money then that is a small drop in the bucket for them,. But again let's try to exaggerate it as much as we can to make the Philippines sound so incredible. I can get a very good meal for myself and a GIRL easily under $100 even $50 that we'd both really enjoy. The Philippines is cheaper but because it is cheaper many go to much nicer places and spend just as much as they could of spent in the US and bloggers have already talked about doing this. I was shortly ago in Cebu, walked around a couple of malls many times and I can tell you I wasn't getting all these smiles that these guys claim you will get. In fact quite the opposite with some girls trying to avoid me. You will do better then the US of coarse you will but these guys give you a huge exaggeration of the situation. To put things in the proper perspective so you can understand the degree of exaggeration. I have every physical feature Filipina's absolutely love, I am very well-groomed which Filipina's absolutely love, I dress very well, clean and neat with designer brand names again which Filipina's really love,. I am not overweight and I have an athlete build, I have a full head of hair in my 60's and a very nice styled hair cut, if you put me next to the majority of Foreigners I'd stand out like a sore thumb. I've been around Filipina's for 40 years, I know how they think, I know the culture and even I don't get the treatment these guys are saying you will get. I can meet girls and do better then I can in the US, I met one girl just walking down the street and starting up a conversation but It is not like that happens everyday as these guys try making it out to be. I was in a pharmacy and I ask a younger attractive Filipina where I could find the lip balm, she didn't want to talk to me but she quickly took me to the aisle and got out of there quick,. the aisle was small,. Maybe 5 or 6 feet long, people in the aisle so as I waited on one end 2 older less attractive salesladies at the other end did peep around the corner and smile at me with some pretty big smiles, notice I said older less attractive. After I paid for the lip balm and was walking to exit the pharmacy the first Filipina who was younger and attractive who showed me where the lip balm was, she was working at the end of an aisle that I was going to pass by, as she looked up and our eyes met she got out of there quick as she was clearly thinking I might try to talk with her and she didn't want any part of that. I was not trying to hook up with her but that was clearly her perception. Now, I told you that to tell you this, there is a Filipina blogger who did a video on this very topic, so you don't need to take my word for it, she says she used to smile and say hello to Foreigners as they passed by her, but unfortunately today she no longer does this, now she looks at the ground and the reason is because all these bloggers are sending these older guys over there thinking every girl wants them, and if she smiles the guy will try to pick her up and she has had enough of it. As obviously from my experience so have many other Filipina's, that is what these bloggers have created with their exaggerated blogs. Her name is Rubeauti if you want to watch the video. Don't take my word, go watch the video. I've been going there for 40 years and I can tell you I see a huge difference in this stuff in todays world thanks to these bloggers. I used to go to the mall and once you come a crossed as a nice guy many Filipina's will come around and want to talk with me. Even had some give me their phone number without me asking and even had one time a girl put her number in my pocket because I wasn't interested in taking it. I had salesladies tell me they are available without me asking. Today is nothing like this anymore. I saw a foreigner go up to 2 girls at the mall, he was not dressed very well, not groomed very well, did not have any of the physical features Filipina like and next thing you know he is throwing his arms up in the air as to apologize for something, not sure what happened , he could of said something very stupid, but this is what Filipina's are experiencing because of these bloggers exaggerating things out of control. I could go on and on but hopefully you get the point. Buyer beware.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you do not need to come if your don't want to. It is your choice

[@TheHappa54]

Most of what this commenter said is about right. I'll just leave it at that.

[@denismansfield8876]

I was in the Philippines in September/October of 2022. I was in Bohol/Panglao and Mindanao. I had men and women coming up to me ... waving, smiling, fist bumping, shaking my hand, etc. I was 64, a bit overweight, I have long hair, but I have a great, warm, and inviting personality. Too many people in the US don't smile unless you smile first. While not everyone in the Philippines smiled at me (many people are in their own little world ... needing to get home and make dinner, they have a date, need to tend to an ill family member, etc.), why should they. However, I smile for everyone, treat everyone with respect, I offer my seat to others, I open doors for everyone including men in their 20s and 30s ... when I do that in the US, these guys say nothing or tell me to F-off ... to which I say "you're welcome"! I'm fairly good-looking, but if you treat others with respect and lead with a smile, NO MATTER WHAT COUNTRY YOU ARE AT, you will get a smile at least 80% of the time in the Philippines. In the US, 50% if you are lucky. Most of the 50% is a female or disabled person. I am very familiar with Rubeauti. If you watch most vloggers in the Philippines, they are honest with the real state of the country. There are videos that cover the positives and videos that cover the negatives. There are far more positives to the Philippines than negatives. If anyone watches one video and makes the decision to come to or to avoid a country, they are a fool. With this in mind, anyone looking for an alternative to their native country, they need to weigh the good and bad. They need to visit a country and expose themselves to the good and bad. There are many excellent countries as options for expats. Portugal, Spain, Eastern Europe, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, etc. Don't think that the natives in these countries are going to shower you in smiles. If you are after unprovoked smiles, your best bets are the Philippines and Thailand. While everyone needs to research, you can't listen to one or two vlogger. There are a few vloggers, especially one, that is discretely (won't expose his face and disguises his voice) that provides so much misinformation and exaggerations against the Philippines. The guy holds a grudge, and he OBVIOUSLY is racist not wanting white and black men and women in his country. This isn't quite as long as the original post, but I tried 😂

[@msudak4]

You may not be as attractive and desirable as you think you are🤗

[@Mexicobeanpole]

MUCH more realistic post.

[@frankellis9627]

I'll do you one better, Mike. Wait a whole year and do some traveling 🤔

[@JR-vs1zl]

I laughed when you gave the scenario of women, being influenced by American women.

[@brianstudnicky9970]

Thank you. I watched this this morning and it was very informative

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RudyG-c3u]

Hello Mike and Janet, just wanted to say hello from Seoul S.Korea airport. arriving in Cebu City in am tomorrow cant wait to get there znd start my new adventures there. Thanks for all the info on the Philippines . Seoul SK.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Have fun!

[@RyanSeavey-q7m]

The issue is they are so jealous and Tampoo everyday !So if you can deal with that and she will bring you peace that’s 75 percent of the battle !

[@wraypetserson4304]

Just stumbled upon your channel and I really am interested in relocating. What you had to say is so true and I want to live better and feel better around people who appreciate what I am and the fact that I am not over the hill!! I am 70 but in great health and fitness ability

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I have a video going up in the members only channel in the next few days replying to a letter from a 70+ year old guy wanting to visit. I told him come for 6 months and check it out

[@karlmurphy7097]

Yea ,just make sure you bring your money😂

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

of course do not come here broke you need money to live on and enjoy your life

[@wesgraham2262]

So if I’m a bald 70 year old guy with a hanging belly and a lazy eye, am I still a catch for a young filipina?? I don’t drool much anymore!

[@mike63ful]

🤣

[@epicriosonlinemoney3654]

More like a..."Wanted Walking ATM"

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

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[@johncarlson6472]

From what I've observed, it seems because Filipinas haven't had everything handed to them on a silver platter since they were able to crawl, like many Western women, they (Filipinas) have an inherent high appreciation for what's afforded them, including good Western men and what they bring to the table.

[@colinbateman8233]

I’ve dated a number of Filipino ladies here in America, and very nice people all in all very respectful, but I found all too often the most important thing was Howie’s money and that was my biggest turn off do the Asian women for the years and I found that to be very common in many Asian cultures that what you make how much money you have is something that really seems to drive us a lot my personal perspective

[@Abelius]

That's probably the most sensible "don't take her home" analysis I've heard. There is indeed a lot of shaming that she will take, so much that even the good ones will have a hard time bearing that. It's hard to fault them.

[@douglaslaturner9685]

I was with a good Filipina for 18 months, we had no problems, she left and never came back cut me off for no reason. No arguments, no other women, no drugs, ect. So am now pretty sad about that. We both stay in shape, eat well, lived in Dumagete and Bohol. She had what she wanted. Can I trust another, not sure . Good video....Douglas

[@christofotto2499]

how about your age gap 20/30 years ?😅 ponder

[@thomasrudy6132]

you're probably better off wthout her, if she left like you say, she probably had so much stuff going on in her life that you knew nothing about or she monkey branched to the next best offer. she'll monkey branch from the guy she left you for also. is that the girl you want? take your time, find the right one, then be happy, good luck.

[@arizonafarang4034]

Filipinas might not be the answer as they can be really ignorant at times. If you are not too old and in decent shape and speak spanish or willing to learn. A South American country may be better for most. Filipinas have a guy wanting to jump on the next plane out of there if you don't straighten them out.

[@osvaldospezia5267]

Dude for my exoerience in south east asia before .. and im still single .. maybe you didnt be the catch she wanna get after that period of time and just went away or found another big deal . You just try again and not be dissapointed

[@pfox9094]

I had to laugh to myself when you said older men were regarded as losers in their home country. I recalled being out for a beer with my father in law after his wife had died. There was a procession of women stopping by asking him over for dinner or to go for a drink ... he constantly refused. I asked why he was getting all this attention? He said because women live years longer than men. Widowed men (single) were a scarce resource and he was constantly approached.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thanks for sharing

[@drakenceew.684]

I’m just curious as to why are foreigner men in the Philippines are prized and held to a high standard to the Filipina women? Im just wondering about the Filipino men? Are they also treated with lots of respect and desire as foreigners? Or are they kind of ignored in comparison to the men from other countries? Sorry I’m just very curious and wondering about how is life for the Filipino men.

[@EllieM_Travels]

They’re less desirable because their wallets are thinner.

[@Stonefeather53]

What an informative and encouraging video. I am older and move to PH later in the year. I have not dated since last century and thought never will again but listening to you guys maybe I should reconsider that belief. I would love to build a modern solar powered house with vegetable garden and mango trees. However it looks like that is only possible in the title name of someone local. I wonder of the legality of having a lawyer draw up a document that you lease the property for 1000 peso annually as sole occupant until you die (all upkeep and costs and modifications your right and responsibility).

[@michael_Jon7]

Another great video Mike always enjoy the content ✌🏽

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I appreciate that!

[@Marva123]

I like the honest upfront opinion in your video.

[@Rdkng07]

As aways, it's a sliding scale based on Money, Age, and Looks. If there's a thirty year gap it can work for awhile, but if you convince yourself that you're the love of her life or that she's really into you or your body you're a fool. I've met many thirsty men who have lied to themselves in this way. Be wise and mature, appreciate situation for what it is and be happy.

[@richardjaskiewicz4039]

This is the best and accurate evaluation of what goes on with Filipino women. Great Job!!!!!!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks Richard

[@tryscience]

Excellent advice, Mike. I've seen what happens when a gorgeous (and married) foreign lady returns to the US. To put it mildly, it's not pretty.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I know

[@nottelling620]

Hi MIKE , TY for another encouraging video... An off color remark , I can still SOW OATS but my old body , slightly overweight, is getting ACHY.... TY again, GOD BLESS CIAO

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Good stuff

[@ericjames7819]

Products have different values in different markets. Western men have more value in an eastern market..

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

yes I think so Eric

[@Norm_Divina]

Our age Gap is 18 years and we don't get many looks here in America. But you're right, people my wife work with asked why she is with such an old man

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks Norm

[@J-Tyson558]

Funny you say that Filipinas don't mind overweight guys. Growing up my parents always used to say to someone who gained weight "you look good, you put on some weight". You're spot on in this observation. It means that the person gained weight because it shows they have the means to eat well. 😃

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks

[@billyboyd3493]

@@mikesphilippineretirement Mike you are dreadfully positive about some Pinays. But with a wide age difference it goes against all sorts of male / female relationship norms. Go broke and see how long they stay with you for love. That's the true test !! It's the wallet, wallet, wallet.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

trouble is I will never go broke in the Philippines. Very happy here. And what if you go broke how many gf will stay with you

[@billyboyd3493]

@@mikesphilippineretirement True !!! so you admit it's 'transactional' ??? love of money in exchange for supply of honey ??

[@Tony-mh3dm]

@@mikesphilippineretirement All through ancient tmes, Fat was a sign of wealth.

[@davinciavilo5731]

This is GOLD. Thanks for the great advice. I plan to visit the Philippines this year.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davinciavilo5731]

Do you ever do "Meet & Greets" like some of the other KZbinrs? If so, I would be interested.

[@davinciavilo5731]

​@@mikesphilippineretirementdo you ever do "Meet & Greets" like the other KZbinrs? If so, I'm interested.

[@davinciavilo5731]

​@@mikesphilippineretirement.

[@TeeToes]

There looking at us as a ATM 🏧 machines lol...thats why..

[@EllieM_Travels]

Exactly 😅

[@ligafftheindifferent3495]

Dating in the Philippines for a Westerner is like catching fish in a barrel. Just using online dating, you could meet a different woman every day and have plenty of options that you never even got the time to pursue. And while our money is certainly a factor, hypergamy there is different. Simply having enough money to live a comfortable life is more than enough to meet their hypergamy needs. Sure, there are gold diggers, but most really just want a better life and a happy home with a good man

[@remo1wodmnetwork9605]

The best advice is "Follow your heart, but listen to your head".

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

good point Remo

[@billbradley5296]

Follow your wallet

[@frankcentofanti9317]

At the beginning I want to travel the world 2 month trips at a time to see where I want to live when retired I don’t need to sell everything if I’m getting rent money that covers all my bills

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

just have a steady income

[@jimanonymous113]

I think the Filipina has a baby and suddenly realizes the child has monetary needs. She looks to the father but there are no jobs (she also has no job for the same reason but she holds herself to a lower standard). She is critical of the father and he feels bad and leaves. I don't think it is just irresponsibility. She drives him off.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I do not know if that is what happens

[@curtneilson5502]

"wallmart women" waaaaaaahahhaahahahhaa

[@jamesmiller7548]

Great advice 👍

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Thank you James

[@808pineapple]

Hot commodity should not be confused with a “hot wallet” 💰

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Not the banana! Just the wallet

[@andrewbaker3620]

And are you asked to support all of the family also???😊😊😊

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

of course not

[@GradyGordon-bl9py]

Mike and Janet, this is probably one of the best videos you have done in a long time, at least for someone like me, a retired 60-year-old single guy from the US, who is traveling to the Philippines in just a few weeks, thanks again Gordon

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

safe travels

[@chriseyres9995]

Good luck, I hope it works out

[@centralgroupllp3933]

Mike you need to be more clear. In Philippines THEY Prefer and favor white older guy$ $$ specifically. Others are ok ish.lets be honest and tell it as it is.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you can send me an e mail and explain it to me

[@camarojay6817]

Wall Mart morning woman. 😂😂😂😂 We all know exactly what you are talking about

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

hahaha yes funny

[@montgomeryclark7531]

I'm reminded of the old joke, "How do you cure a Nymphomaniac?" The answer; "Marry her." Well considering the age difference, do they remain sexually engaging or do they consider it a chore. I've been told once they move in, it all changes. True?

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

not in my house

[@rwally1965]

Don’t kid yourself they are looking for a better way of life 💰

[@harrycarson2119]

THANK YOU MIKE FOR THE GREAT VIDEOS I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL I WAS OVER IN THE PHILIPPINES FOR 23 DAYS BACK LAST SEPTEMBER HAD A WONDERFUL TIME I WENT OVER TO SEE MY SWEETHEART IN LAS PINAS WE VISITED PASAY AND LA UNION IN DIFFERENT PARTS OF MANILA CAROL IS FILIPINO NUMBER TWO FOR ME THERE WAS A NUMBER ONE THAT THINGS DIDN'T WORK OUT OKAY MY GOD BLESS YOU THANK YOU😊😊😊😊

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Welcome back!

[@martyg1717]

My biggest question is why did we stop treating the women in America the way we will treat the women in the Philippines. We expect our American girlfriends or wives to work, for the most part we demand that our Filipina wives do not work, very strange.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

why is a good question

[@tomhall3175]

Hi Mike. I have a question. I am a retired 74 year old , never drrink ,don't smoke, or gamble. In good shape lift weights 6 days a week ,so muscular, but not overly. The thing is i do not want to move to the Philippinnes, because i have two daughters ,and grand kids here, and don't want to miss out on that. I could probably go for the winter months. Been to the Philippines 4 times before, and love it there. A Philipina probably would not go for me being gone for six months right? Another thing is i am not after a young woman. I would choose one if i could find her no lesss than 45 years old Up to say 60 as long as she is what i want. I think i would be open to get married, but very carefully to choose the right one. I live i Canada and there is almost no tradisional woman left lol. Have a good pension and a nice apt. but miss the companionship of a woman..... Any ideas would be most welcomed.................A friend from Canada.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

meet a good girl and take here back to Canada

[@tomhall3175]

@@mikesphilippineretirement thanks Mike !!!

[@bchrismonks8760]

Great video! So many videos are made about how the foreigner should do XYZ to keep the Filipina happy. Yada yada yada. This is a good point. I only hear you and sunshine shoulders making it. Like SS says, “the party doesn’t start until you get here.” Good video, Mike.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Well said!

[@joec68500]

Makes one wonder if its true love in The Philippines if the filipina leaves you if you take them out of the country. Thanks for the video. So true. The dating scene here in the States is laughable.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Tell me about it

[@Tony-mh3dm]

$2500.00 ss . Wow, Try $1170.00

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I do not know how much most people get

[@vernaxxx8940]

According to the thumbnail, you are well set to get a fake woman thanks to AI 😅

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Should I just go around and ask Girls if they want to post a photo on you tube or just us AI.?

[@knabbermuesli]

@@mikesphilippineretirement yes please ask Girls. Even they are 1/4 beautiful then the fake AI. 100% appreciated

[@peterliggett5233]

I would only date someone my age if she was a personal trainer and as physically fit as myself Chuck Norris is the gold standard for men.She could also be an older women 50 or so who is a yoga instructer. This in the USA.

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

"you are the prize" because you have the money. Run out of money and see what happens. They won't care about your integrity or your 'reliability".

[@CharlesFuh5pt4nd7z]

20:16 Mikes a thousand percent right on it don't go for the first one stuff! If you're anywhere from about sixty and up there will be a lot of them coming your way. Just don't be a chump! Thanks for the vid Mike

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

you're welcome!

[@Mikeyyyy_L]

Yes it is good advice! At first you might be overwhelmed at all the lovely young women there giving you attention.

[@johnblansit5457]

Mike is only somewhat correct in his vlog. If you are in the bigger cities of Cebu and Manila they see plenty of white guys and you are just another one. Your best bet is to get out in the province where they dont see many white guys and your chances of getting that beautiful woman are much higher. I currently live in Iloilo and have been all over the Philippines and have seen and been with many women. Mike sticks with one woman dont think he gets out much.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I found my lady.

[@bobwilson5041]

Very true!!

[@Steven-t9s]

Do a lot of women have a mole on their face in Iloilo.

[@johnblansit5457]

Yes they do why are you asking do you know my wife personally?@@Steven-t9s

[@geo525252]

The toughest thing for men to do is adjust their mentality to being the "catch of thr day". Honestly, in Southeast Asia you're the catch of a lifetime. Act accordingly gents. Be paticular.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

find the best partner for you

[@JoeannAndDave]

I have a question. What is the cutoff age to be considered "senior". Just wondering since when I get back there I'd like to use that benefit if I can. It made me laugh when you said men are dogs. We are what we are 😂.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

60 I think

[@mwj5368]

I returned to my hometown USA from the big city to take care of my mother and did so until she transcended. Any of the few women I was around and hoped to know in time I sensed they really deep down saw me as a failure and would look the other way with me. Even after my mother died a guy (I mean I'm not gay just a person who knew me in general) said with undertones... "So now you have the farm and all." ... and I said... "No. My mother always wanted to keep it a secret we never owned it. We rented it for 38 years." I said that and he was speechless. Others just avoided me, thought I was a loser or a Mother's boy. I'm 70 now and now 15 years back in the big city and not one date. Also, as far as going there is concerned... the reality is I've never been married, so from what you say won't the ladies there run the other way? Even when I was young I could never measure up, so this tropical paradise and the ladies... it all sounds like heaven! Really though too much like the ladies there seek the material and not the real person. At least I could date someone there where here they just see me as a low income nobody who rides his bicycle. I commute by bike and on the street found a gift card to a nice restaurant. So I asked three women if they wanted to go out to dinner, women that have known me in my Senior building for years and virtually every single one without hesitation said no. Over the years in the same building I was always polite to them. I have thank you cards on my walls as positive affirmations... people in my building, including two cards from different building managers... all thanking me for my random acts of kindness. I get $1,221 a month, live in low income Senior housing with some coming from problematic pasts and bring their problems with them... Can I live modestly there on that? Are the medical facilities descent? How much is a plane ticket to get there from the States?

[@EllieM_Travels]

Older men who aren’t considered good looking by American women’s standards go looking for young pretty foreign girls who play them for their money. I have Filipina coworkers and that’s what they all say about American men.

[@ministryoftruth8588]

A DMV (Dating Market Value) video comparing looks, status (& baggage) of both foreign expat men & filipina women, that explains "who's at your 'level' ", is definately due by a PI YTer. Haven't seen one yet.

[@theadaptivefitnesschannel4308]

Mike, you are so right brother we are the prize. Your videos are the best! There are only about two or three of you guys that are really putting out good shit. Thanks man.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you

[@EricvanDorp007]

This time even better info. I am totally looking and exploring the internet about the culture. Thx 4 the info....Just an Idea from me, in the Netherlands, you can get a work permit so going back to the Netherlands with my girl (who I don't have at the moment :) will save us about € 6000/Php 375000 taking this money back to the Philippines if we stay only 3 months in the Netherlands. Enough work to find for 3 months. So I am now 56 with a lot of savings and an idea how to do it. In ten years I get every month PhP 110000 for the rest of my life... The second plan, find a good woman with 1 or 2 kids...🤣

[@indianabukidboyszutowicz3191]

Been with my Filipina for 6 years now. In my case, I've never been treated so well and feel awesome. American woman look at men in America as nothing more than a walking talking paycheck. Getting married this year.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thanks for sharing

[@billyjohnson9166]

Mike your getting good at this. Your videos are getting better as you go.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

thank you so much Billy

[@RickMerryman-o7j]

He must have learned from Mark Thornton. 😂

[@Simplengpinaymorena]

Great advice and nice video

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Glad you liked it!

[@leg414]

What you said is all too true...What do you think about expat that go there that are Black and other ethnicity? Are there Filipinas, that accept and respect those that have no religion or belief, due to them being religious and Catholic? Good Video and tons of information. Peace

[@lindawilson795]

As an independent western wonan I've never understood why some women are rude, and look for someone for the wrong reasons - certainly not love.❤

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

I found love and feel it everyday

[@antoniogonzalez6186]

So true about the women here. Unable to find someone. I’m looking for someone in 40 . Anyone or site

[@andrewh6898]

Thanks for another great Vlog subject. A nice follow up could be reminding expats to have realistic expectations, how to be a good boyfriend/husband and just how romantic Filipina are. I hope you and Janet are doing well!

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

Absolutely

[@mikewood4242]

What a load of bullshit.A filipina is going to choose a foreigner closer to her own age than choose a foreigner 20+ older.There are loads of guys mid 20's to mid 30's going to Phillipines now.

[@mikesphilippineretirement]

how many every month? you have any Data to prove your statement

[@mikewood4242]

@mikesphilippineretirement No.Just my observations since going 3 times a year since 2011.See more and more younger guys.I was young when I arrived age 38 and back then woman would approach me,but now I'm older I don't get the same attention.My point was a filipina will always choose a partner closer to her age rather than a man her fathers age.

[@EllieM_Travels]

@@mikewood4242The old guys with money find Filipina girls. Maybe not as cute but decent enough for them.

[@mikewood4242]

@EllieM_Travels the vlogger didn't say based on money.He said old guys can get young woman who are hot.Thats bullshit unless it's a transactional relationship

[@montgomeryclark7531]

This is all good to hear. I thought we'd all have a bullseye on our backs for every scammer and opportunist. Guess I've heard too many of the bad stories. Thanks for sharing.