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Col Rootentoot

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5 months ago
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Driving in the Philippines by Col Rootentoot

`Here's a Philippines newspaper item today regards driving in the Philippines.Wise to invest in a 360 degree Dash Cam, and use it every time when in cars?‘Anti-Kamote Driver Bill’ filed in HouseBy: Gabriel Pabico Lalu - Reporter -  ...

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`Well, love riding bikes in the Phils .. anyway here's queetz on reddit about this bill ..https://www.reddit.com/r/CarsPH/comments/1ekgfqp/whats_your_thoughts_in_this_antikamote_driver_bill/u/queetz avatarqueetzI think this bill will apply to those ... Read More

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5 months ago
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Driving in the Philippines by Col Rootentoot

`Here's a Philippines newspaper item today regards driving in the Philippines.Wise to invest in a 360 degree Dash Cam, and use it every time when in cars?‘Anti-Kamote Driver Bill’ filed in HouseBy: Gabriel Pabico Lalu - Reporter -  ...

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`Yes you guys all make much clear sense, speaking from your experiences. And thinking on it and driving a car all my life, in the Philippines it's not fun.We have a careful local-driver for the Toyota, and so enjoy the passing paradeCheers ` Read More

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6 months ago

Driving in the Philippines

`Here's a Philippines newspaper item today regards driving in the Philippines.Wise to invest in a 360 degree Dash Cam, and use it every time when in cars?‘Anti-Kamote Driver Bill’ filed in HouseBy: Gabriel Pabico Lalu - Reporter -  ... Read More

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6 months ago
HRJune

Looking for a job in Manila by HRJune

Hello expatriates,I'm ready to fly to the Philippines upon finding a job.Your advice would be highly appreciated by me.Regards,HRJune

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Hello expatriates, I'm ready to fly to the Philippines upon finding a job. Your advice would be highly appreciated by me. Regards -@HRJune`G'day HR,Whatever skills and employment history you have, reasonable Englishskills appear to be a talent of ... Read More

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7 months ago

Land Transportation Office to penalize unregistered sale of vehicles

`LTO to penalize unregistered sale, mortgage of vehicles soonLand Transportation Office (LTO) chief Vigor Mendoza recently said that the LTO is eyeing to penalize the unregistered sale or mortgage of vehicles in the country by mid-June.By: Charie ... Read More

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8 months ago

Earthquakes

`The Philippines is truly a wonderful countryBut, only saying, maybe not entirely perfect Happy trails ` Read More

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8 months ago
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Parañaque City enclave exclusively Mainland Chinese by Col Rootentoot

Residents want Chinese presence probedBy Manolo del Rio April 2, 2024. News: https://www.manilastandard.net/news/314431261/village-residents-want-chinese-presence-probed.htmlA group of homeowners at Multinational Village in Parañaque City ...

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"OMG (2)Loads of draft age American military personnel are manning new bases in the Philippines Run for the hills!The OP is a load of old racist crap put about by the paranoid to keep u thinking fools believing in rubbish propaganda" ... Read More

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8 months ago
Gregsdigitalpics

Retiring with family to philippines by Gregsdigitalpics

Just really looking for pointers. My wife is Filipino. We have two children ages 5 and 8 and plan to retire in late 2026. i plan to buy (in my wife’s name) a piece of property in Dumaguete, build a nice house. Have trusted contractors already ...

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`You already appear to have put considerable thought and well-informed planning into your tropical-island family-escape Greg. I'm sure we all wish you well with your family adventure Thinking through what you've said, it would seem your main ... Read More

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9 months ago

Intending expats should remember that temperatures can be inconvenient

`Intending Phils expats should be aware temperatures can be a problem.Also, that one might not rely on air-conditioning being available 24/7/365."Heat index of up to 44°C seen to affect 12 areas April 19, says Pagasa"By: Luisa Cabato - Reporter ... Read More

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9 months ago
roycherian

House design and plan in Philippines - Charges by roycherian

Hello Folks,I am curious to know what will be a reasonable charges for a good designer or architect to create a house plan / design for approx. 70 Sqm in Philippines Inclusions: I. Architectural Design (Signed and Sealed) a. Site Development Plan b. ...

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No worries Roy. Unfortunately, we aren't building in or near Puerto Princesa, but we are a couple of hours north of there. However, of course we are happy to help if we can. Cheers matey. Read More

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9 months ago
roycherian

House design and plan in Philippines - Charges by roycherian

Hello Folks,I am curious to know what will be a reasonable charges for a good designer or architect to create a house plan / design for approx. 70 Sqm in Philippines Inclusions: I. Architectural Design (Signed and Sealed) a. Site Development Plan b. ...

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Allow us to congratulate you Roy on your thorough preparations you are obviously making with the planning stages for building your house in the Philippines. With such careful attention to detail you are showing you will probably halve your problems. ... Read More

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9 months ago
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Parañaque City enclave exclusively Mainland Chinese by Col Rootentoot

Residents want Chinese presence probedBy Manolo del Rio April 2, 2024. News: https://www.manilastandard.net/news/314431261/village-residents-want-chinese-presence-probed.htmlA group of homeowners at Multinational Village in Parañaque City ...

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Well anyway, apparently the Chinese have been locals in the Philippines for a long time .. although not that many Chinese expats compared with other Southeast Asian countries.Chinatown Manila .. Philippines Binondo Market: Quote: Tatler .."In this ... Read More

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9 months ago
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Parañaque City enclave exclusively Mainland Chinese by Col Rootentoot

Residents want Chinese presence probedBy Manolo del Rio April 2, 2024. News: https://www.manilastandard.net/news/314431261/village-residents-want-chinese-presence-probed.htmlA group of homeowners at Multinational Village in Parañaque City ...

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Well thanks gents.. that woke things up a little happy trails Read More

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9 months ago

Parañaque City enclave exclusively Mainland Chinese

Residents want Chinese presence probedBy Manolo del Rio April 2, 2024. News: https://www.manilastandard.net/news/314431261/village-residents-want-chinese-presence-probed.htmlA group of homeowners at Multinational Village in Parañaque City ... Read More

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10 months ago
tempcinamdar

House security by tempcinamdar

I will not be living in a gated community with 24/7 guards on the premises.How do I prevent burglars from taking my "stuff" from my rental home? In Texas when a burglar enters your home you have the legal right to use your Glock. All helpful input ...

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`A common Philippine's security measure ..Also seen in the Philippines .. works well, if you've four old tyres and spray paint :-) -- Read More