66stryker66
American looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 30 June 2021
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How to be happy as an expat in the Philippines by Cheryl
Hi everyone, Being happy is surely our common goal, whether we are living in the Philippines as an expat or somewhere else. We would love to know your tips and tricks to be fully fulfilled and happy as an expat in your host country. New ...
Things to consider when you retire in the Philippines. 1. Stay out of politics and keep a low profile. 2. Don't get into money lending business 3. Be friendly and live simply. 4. Do not share what you do in and out of your home. Any personal ... Read More
Australian age pension by Rex71
I am living in the Philippines on a long term basis and receiving the Australian age pension. I have been told that once Centrelink decides that I am out of Australia on a permanent or long term basis they will stop indexation of my pension. Does ...
I am living in the Philippines on a long term basis and receiving the Australian age pension. I have been told that once Centrelink decides that I am out of Australia on a permanent or long term basis they will stop indexation of my pension. Does ... Read More
Build or Buy a house? by 66stryker66
My wife and I both US Citizen (but planning to get dual citizenship) is planning to retire in 3yrs or less at age 58. Also coming with us is my mother. I made up my mind to go back home in Davao, I am planning to either build a house or buy in Eden ...
Looks good Moon Dog!!! @66stryker66 - if you feel you have the aptitude to be your own GC (general contractor) and you have an eye for overseeing your build, you can save a lot of money. You can hire a GC but still you will have to watch over you ... Read More
Moving to Tagum City to join my wife by telmano2003
Hello, I have been to PH on 4 different occasions in the past two years. I would like to know if anyone knows anything about living in Tagum City. Eg: How safe is it to live there and raise a family ? Etc. I am a retired American looking to live ...
I grew up in Davao City and Agusan Del Sur, Tagum is almost in the middle, it is ok to live there just stay away from flooded areas. Always choose higher elevation. I use to go home every year but pandemic stops me from visiting, until the ... Read More
Build or Buy a house? by 66stryker66
My wife and I both US Citizen (but planning to get dual citizenship) is planning to retire in 3yrs or less at age 58. Also coming with us is my mother. I made up my mind to go back home in Davao, I am planning to either build a house or buy in Eden ...
Many will say RENT first to get to know the place, but after that :) 1. If you find something you like at wanted location, then it can be much better to BUY, because in most places its buyers market now. Many sell very cheap. 2. IF you fullffil ... Read More
Build or Buy a house?
My wife and I both US Citizen (but planning to get dual citizenship) is planning to retire in 3yrs or less at age 58. Also coming with us is my mother. I made up my mind to go back home in Davao, I am planning to either build a house or buy in Eden ... Read More