Money Matters in the Philippines/Did Expat John Survive 30 Days in America?
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- Money Matters in the Philippines/Did Expat John Survive 30 Days in America?@paulinthephilippinesolddog9234 we do a final recap on John Harper, and review his first 30 days living in America
Hey Paul glad John is squared away now what surprised me most is all the nasty comments where is the compassion today the Christianity I think there were more mean comments and mean people than anything else thank you for helping you’re a good guy😀🌴🌴🍺
A good guy? He got an 18yo Filipina pregnant and then he couldn’t afford to take care of her and the kids. Not only that, his first Filipina wife was like 16 when he married her. Chances are he will find a new teenager when he moves back in a few years. He’s taking advantage of the goodness of others.
@@cber5077 Why do you just soley blame John for?... It takes two to tango as they say, and if she didn't want kids, then she should of said something before the deed happened - I don't care whether you say she was to young or not educated enough to understand; thats just a load of hogwash... Also, how do you know that they are miserable because of them having children? You don't, it's just you're petty assumption.
You think this is bad, you should go visit some Asian countries and see how bad off some parents are... I tell you now, it's 100x worse than this.
Johns playing well meaning people for suckers.
@@cber5077 you misunderstood-he said that PAUL is a good guy, not John.
None of you could resist a beautiful Filipinas bed stop being so judgmental and jealous. I’ve been to the Philippines 18 winters in a row from America it takes a hell of a lot of experience to live like a Filipino i’m sure none of you could’ve done better 😀🌴🌴🍺
The only reason why John is doing well is because of what you and your friends did for him so amazing you guys are like family
You guys did a great job in helping John. Not making excuses for him, but after two strokes, one cannot expect him to be the man he used to be. As you said, the wheels could fall off for any of us. I've seen changes in people from other health issues...it is never easy to see the changes, but we shouldn't judge. You guys and the support group did an outstanding job and I commend you all.
Yes he is clearly mentally ill from strokes or whatever
Let's go Brandon !
@ Outbound. Best comment so far!
Speak for yourself - if at age 58 I’m chasing teenage Filipinas and getting one pregnant while not having a pot to p*ss in then please shoot me rather than excuse it away as “the wheels falling off”. John was a disgrace to himself and 100% the architect of the sorry situation he created for himself, his partner and two babies.
Agreed. My father had one stroke back in 2015, and he's basically retarded.
Expat John!
I have traveled the world and I have lived in the Philippines while working for the US Government in 1970's. I left my job and returned back to school and subsequently became an attorney.
First, let’s get the facts straight!
The Philippines is a country with extreme poverty as a result women for the most part are willing to engage in sex or do whatever they need to do in order to survive. When I mean survive, I also mean support their own families which include their mothers, brothers, sisters, their children and yes even their husbands just to name a few. Of course, they will tell you they are single when in reality they are married with children.
For a man over the age of 50 to go to Philippines and expect to fall in love with a 20-year-old something and maintain a loving relationship for a substantial period of time, is not only INSANE it clearly shows you lack common sense. If you think it is possible then you are kidding yourself and you will fail in the end. There is always an exception! The odd of that exception is like winning a million dollar jack pot.
The reason you go to the Philippines is for SEX! DO NOT FORGET THAT! It is possible to enjoy a short-term relationship providing you incorporate some common sense.
The laws, the police, and the court in the Philippines makes it very difficult to invest or own a business or property in the Philippines if you are a foreigner. If you have rights such as citizenship, then that is a different ballgame. You will find that most countries protect their own citizens over foreigners which lack citizenship. Without citizenship you are nothing more than a guest in a country of which that relationship can be terminated on the spot.
First Rule: Never loan money or invest in a business or property of any kind without first seeking the advice of a reputable licensed attorney in the Philippines who is willing to protect you legally.
Find out what your rights are and if worse case scenario, how do you collect if the other parties do not perform. In short, what is your security for your hard-earned money? If you are unable to get the protection of the courts, then PASS on loaning money, or making investments in the Philippines.
DO NOT mix a climax with your hard-earned money and remember there are no exceptions!
Second Rule: Individuals that Lie and or engage in FRAUD! When you have individuals living in extreme poverty, they will do whatever is necessary to get ahead for themselves or their loved ones and that includes fraud and untrue statements and falsehood. You think this specific woman loves you and will always be honest with you. You forget she has family, friends and others who educate her long before she met YOU. I can’t count the number of ex pats that I have run into that have been screwed because they lack common sense. This also includes individuals that want you to invest or puchase a business and or property.
Third Rule: You will never make an income in the Philippines! To be fair, there are rare cases where this is not true. One exception is a programmer that makes his living from customers outside of the Philippines while he lives in the Philippines. To reside in the Philippines, you will need at least 88,167 Pesos per month. In USD that is $1,500 per month. That also takes into consideration, unexpected expenses such as medical, supporting a girlfriend and emergency traveling as an example.
Fourth Rule: Always have emergency money hidden, or in a bank in case of worse case scenario. Everyone has access to a bank account somewhere and that includes you. What this means is open a bank account. If necessary, in your own country. Put emergency money in that account. That should include moneys for airfare, hotels, food, cloths, medical for at least a 2-month period. You should be the only one that has access to those funds.
Fifth Rule: Trust NO ONE! In law the first thing they teach you is how to do due diligence. What this really means is believe nothing until you can verify through a valid source.
Sixth Rule: Go to the Philippines knowing and accepting these rules and enjoy yourself on a day per day basis. Finding nice people and enjoying their company is wonderful. Set rules for yourself and remember to always protect yourself.
My sole intent is to educate you and others.
Good Advice 👍🇺🇲
Thanks..🙏👍🙏
I went to the Philippines (42-year-old male) with no interest in any sex at all, I can find that at home. I just wanted to see Palawan, Bohol and other beautiful places. I didn't experience any of that kind of tourism (I did see some white men walking around with younger females). In my opinion, the Philippines has much more to offer than girls or sex. It is no Indonesia but I still found it an interesting culture.
Right on! When American guys go to poor countries, they must be prepared to marry a whole family not just a woman, hence if you are on a fix income, your money will not last long .
To be honest, I think your just trying to belittle other people in a passive/aggressive way.
Old Dog, PLEASE don't let this be the last update on John. His story is very interesting. Personally, I look forward to each new update!
John is this channel's cash cow. There will be plenty more updates, I suspect.
@@yuma420 really, that's all you can come up with? 😭
NO NO NO - Do not stop the updates please. Give us an update every 90 days! You have got us all watching for so long and we are hooked. We should all be updated at this point. Even every 30 days. Maybe this will be a success story, but not likely. We need to be updated please. Keep up the reports!
That would be a great idea if Old Dog has time. I'd love updates as John works himself back to the Philippines
Is your life so empty Jeffrey that you need to enliven it with the (mis)fortunes of a work-shy rather pathetic 60 year old who has a predilection for teenage Filipinas?
Paul should let the ‘story’ wither on the vine and return to his pre-John content imo.
Every 90 days? I was thinking daily, lol. 😂
John did everything wrong and you guys saved his life, no doubt.
He wouldn't have been missed; people die every day.
@@Dana-ie2bh 💀
I wanted to thank each and every person involved in the "front end alignment" of John. Such compassion is rare in this day and age, and I appreciate how all of you great guys so respectfully pulled John up from what obviously was going to be a fatal disaster for John. I've watched John's story via Paul's channel since the beginning. John is in no way the man he was prior to his strokes and only these compassionate heroes could have pulled this off for John. This was handled with charity, dignity and respect for John which says much of all of your characters. Can't provide enough kudos. Thanks very much for the journey.
AGREED 👍 👍 👍
I think it shows the respect , that all the guys have for paul
Wow
A Degree in Finance and a good work History!
Prayers for John's Health and future decisions.
We could all fall prey to health earthquakes and hard times.
Yall made the puzzle fit together
Nah, still doesn’t smell right. The first ‘John’ video (early 2020) was before he had is stroke yet while physically fit, John gave no impression that he was a high salary calibre guy. Also why did someone who has a ‘degree in finance’ and had earned 77k x 20 years have only $30k to his name at age 58 and decide that it was sufficient to live on for four years? Again, he took that decision BEFORE his stroke.
@@yorkiephil7744 Ask any middle school student in the USA. They will give you the answer.
nice to see that men took actions to assist John.
What a group you guys are! You've all done such a great job of helping him out, not just financially, but morally, mentally and emotionally, the whole deal. Much respect to you all for helping out a fellow human in such a way.
Absolutely
Never a dull moment with John. Keep the updates coming, Old Dog.
So glad things turned out the way so many of us recommended months ago. Our comments were not "mean" or "nasty." Kindness and compassion without firmness and direction is just enabling. This story has been entertaining and inspirational. Well done Paul and everyone who helped this decent man.
It was an amazing and humbling thing you did for John.
It's good to hear he made some progress and has some prospects. You gave him a foundation to build on. As it should be his destiny lies in his own hands he seems to have good intentions and I hope things work out for him.
The acid test, I guess, will be a return to the Philippines.
Glad the US is requiring a DNA test.
You guys are awesome group, John will find his way back after the 16 months. We will remember what you’ve helped. Be safe, enjoyed watching your video.
This has been great youtube! I have followed this story for months, and will continue to do so as long as updates occur. Well done!
I'm so happy John made it back and has found a job ! It's amazing that all you gentlemen gathered together and just rallied around him and got him to this place All of you are his Angels ! I hope and pray he's able to stand on his own two feet and come home to the Philippines and take care of his beautiful family
( To Johns Helpers ) I really have to say that all those people that helped John throughout this ordeal are hero's. If you people didn't help him, he'd probably be dead ( malnutrition ) within a year, and quite possibly his two kids would've died. You guys have helped to save 3 lives. Kudos to you all. God Bless each one of you.
Impressive kindness and support given to someone in great need.
God bless you all for what you've done!
I am so tough by your compassion Paul and rounding up a support group to help you get John see what he cannot foresee the direction of his life is going. God Bless you all🙏 to open your hearts and wallets, guide John with some resistant to get him regroup, work and save some money. From my point of view as Filipina here in the state. First, she is too young for him and just want to have somebody to support her financially and also her family. Diana is young and probably looking for another man. She sees the weakness in John as a man, no dominant personality that can be easily manipulated. John thinks that when he gets his SSI that everything will be fine… I don’t think so… that’s not enough … to feed the whole family and more… he needs to think of his health and not rush to go back. Work hard for maybe three years or more to save up and increase his SS…
I'm sure these guys in military. May not be but family but he does American family.
I can see why he was acting the way he was, those strokes can reek havoc on the body. Why didn't he seek disability through Social Security? If he had his stroke before going to the P.I., he should not have gone. He was extremely lucky for the help, he'd be in a Philippine cemetery by now. You guys actually saved his life. If he sends money back to the Philippines, it's sad because the kids won't see much of it. Hope the family is not blood suckers. You guys did great.
Great job Paul and supporter's
Many thanks to you, Paul and Jim, and the others that had compassion for John and helped him.
I can tell by as many videos of yours that I have watched how good of a person that you are, you're real and very honest and by helping this man you did what the most important thing in life is is to help others, and I could tell by watching the videos it was not an easy chore, great job Paul, you can be proud of yourself and everyone else that helped, keeping this man from falling down you lifted him up and that's what a good person does, I was over there short while ago for a visit for a few weeks it certainly is a different country than the US, a lot of what I've learned about the Philippines is from listening to you, I did not get to doing maybe another time I would feel an honor someday to meet you and buy you a cup of coffee or two, it's always a pleasure listening to your thoughts and information good job buddy
You all did an amazing job helping John . Especially you Paul getting everything started. I think this has been a very good learning experience for anyone heading to a foreign country. Thank you all.
God bless to you, Paul and to all the people who help John. Please keep us posted about John.
You have a good hearts folks. Thanks for lending a helping hand to get John back on his feet.
Awesome News, we have all needed help from time to time, you guys coming together shows there is still hope in this ever changing world. Glad to hear the news and it wouldn't surprise me to see him tap back into his degree's God willing.
Outstanding! The stars were aligned, he got on that plane, and good things greeted him. Kudos to the support group(s), good deed accomplished!
Good job and for your compassion and support for all Americans living outside the US.
great update, glad I watched this video... Always not enough thanks goes to you Paul, youre amazing man.. And JIM is truly a soldier and a mover shaker, take control and get it done.. Many thanks to you Jim,,, thanks everyone involved here and abroad..
Y’all demonstrated the essence of human compassion. Thanks for having the courage and the heart to help in this situation. Hope none of you ever need reciprocation, but that if you do, your need will be met.
It’s refreshing to know that there are good people in the world like those who are helping John . I hope he turns his life around .
Great to see John is slowly getting himself better, has a job in the USA & thinking positive. Thanks to all the expats who helped him & you Paul. Its damn hard in countries if you have only a little money & thinking jobs are easy when you compete with millions of locals is no easy. But many fall into the trap but you guys came out & helped. Well done to all.........
Earlier today I watched the distressing video of John when he’d lost so much weight. I made a comment expressing a comment about the possibility of the 🇺🇸 community helping him out with a little food each week.
And, boy, you guys have delivered in spades, such a wonderful effort that I can’t praise more highly. I’m glad things have worked out so well, and hope that John makes good choices in the times ahead.
So, congrats from one impressed Brit to you all, and may you all continue to thrive and support one another in times of need. 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
You guys did a great job helping John; hope he will get in his feet soon.
Paul and Jim great job helping a fellow American. I've been waiting for this update for a few weeks. Awesome story. I think the hardest moment for John is gonna be in 10 months or so when he has a few thousand saved and he misses his kids and wants to fly back... Best wishes for John.. Be well Paul....
Great news and great job to everyone involved.
Good job to you guys Paul and Jim the steering committee members and the support groups in Phils and the USA for making a difference in the life of a fellow American , everything is working out in the end for John , God willing . Please continue to update us on John and his Family .
I guess this is encouraging that you guys really made a difference in his life and that America is still a land of opportunity for someone down and out. May God bless John and continue to guide him to get back on track.
I really admire how u & others helped John. God Bless you and the other's..
Really look forward to future videos especially medical videos.
Thanks
John has had blessings. So nice to hear so many good people out there that helped him to get his life together.
Thanks to all that have helped! Those babies need to be taken care of. You are so right Paul that John needs to get strong to be able to be a leader of his family. God bless all of you!
All that John received from you gentlemen was catalyzed by CZcams, a pretty remarkable thing I'd say. Well done guys. You have a nice community there.
Thank you for this update - it sounds like John is getting sorted out in the States and knows what to focus on for the next 1-2 years. I hope his health issues are behind him and he can focus on earning and saving up some funds for his family. This whole ordeal has been very eye opening about the importance of realistic planning if considering relocating overseas for an extended period of time (or permanently). John's intentions were good, but he got caught up with a bad group of people and we can all take some important lessons from this. A big thank you to Paul as well as everyone else who got involved which made the positive outcome possible. Cheers to you sir. 👍
PAUL...Thank you for the update on John...Thank You to everyone that stepped up to help...Thank You Jim...It took a Small Army to help John...But you All Did it...with Compassion and Respect...Like You said Paul...Things happen that are totally unexpected...John was Fortunate to Have ALL of You That Helped him...
NOW...ITS UP TO YOU JOHN..
PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL...
Great job for all of your support helping John, if everyone could help our neighbors our world would be better.
You guys did a great job, showing compassion and guidance to John. Hopefully you can continue your guidance so he can live in Phillipines, be self sufficient and keep his partner and kids away from the destructive environment he found himself in.
Congratulation to you Paul and your group for helping John getting back to a better life. God bless you all for being so compassionate. Keep up the good work and
Thanks so much
Well done you guys for helping John get back to America to get his head straight and finances in order. It’s good to know there are good expats like y’all to help each other. God bless you guys.
Well done to everyone involved with the compassion showed to john
Yes Paul a live chat with John, when he gets situated would be a great idea, what would you even be better is the day he arrives back in the Philippines,
Paul you and your TEAM ROCK
THE WORLD NEEDS MORE OF YOUR KIND A OUTSTANDING
GROUP EFFORT 👏👏💥
Great job Paul and the support team 👍
This is why I became a subscriber. Anyone can share their budgets, give information, give advice. But not everyone can share the stories, and certainly not everyone can tell a story while actually making the story! You all did a great job coming together, and I hope the community y'all formed doesn't just melt away as that might the most invaluable resource to anyone coming to the Philippines -- or trying to leave!
Yeah, you're right. Even though I've been in another Asian country, married with kids, for a couple decades, I've seen some of those channels, and it's not realistic just with a budget. You convinced me to sub even though I don't really need this type of advice at this point.
It's restores your faith in humanity that there are still kind people in this world as the help you get from your own embassys overseas is zero they are despicable when it comes to helping there own citizens
Your generosity and assistance to John was an excellent gesture. Guiding and helping him in getting him back to the United States was awesome.
I'm glad John is making some progress. Great work Paul and John's supporters.
I think that John may need to be put into a conservatorship. At one point his only food was rice that he was buying on credit from his baby momma's sister as he was wasting away like a concentration camp prisoner. And even after this he wants to send checks to that group. If they want money, they can go through his conservator.
This is awesome report of John. He is on his way to recovery. With God nothing is impossible. Sure many have prayed for him. Thanks to you Paul & Jim for the effort you put into getting his paperwork done, to get him back to America. And of course keeping your viewers posted. Would love to see John live online someday with you Paul. God bless us all. 🙏
You are good people. Have watched all the John videos. Thanks for sharing guys. 😎👍
Proud of you guys helping John back on his feet again.
Clearly a lot of lessons learned fr his experience most impt is the realization of everything that happened.
How are you John. I hope all is well. Take care. You can do this. Just keep at it and keep the faith.
Thanks guys, for all the care and kindness you have shown John and his family it’s lovely to see that people take care of him in his very difficult situation. Hopefully he can get back on his feet and work. Keep up the good work Cheers Irish Paul
Paul and everyone that helped John you are all hero's. I can't express the kindness that you gave him.. God bless you..
Kudos to you and all those that helped! What an extended family!! With respect to John and his family...all the very best!
I think it is really excellent that you men stepped in and helped John. He has some serious problems between physical and maybe mental but as I see it his problems are social. When I got sober I had certain mental issues. Accepting life on life's terms gets very skewed to say the least in addiction. John having the problems with his family children baby mama etc and its hard to determine if he actually recognizes his own short comings. The most therapeutic statement that I ever had directed towards me is that one of my issues was I couldn't tell the difference between a plan and a fantasy. Even now after having been clean and sober for seven years I can still get sidetracked in my activities of daily life management. Anyways I have lots of respect for the men who could have been very calloused towards the plight of John. Yet u weren't and you went far and beyond what most strangers might have . God Bless
Thanks for stepping up, assisting and getting him back to the US. Let's hope he recovers well and his next stay in the Philippines is more harmonious for all concerned.
great show and god bless you for your compassion and kindness
Paul, you and your band of brothers will always stand tall in the minds of many. Well done gentleman!!!
What an inspiring story and what a wonderful thing you guys did for him. I hope John’s kids have gotten their CRBA’s and Social Security Numbers. He will not only be eligible for the Child Earned Income Credit but also later on for the dependent child supplement to his Social Security….that could be an additional 50% increase to his SS payment until the kids reach 18.
Im happy to hear johns on his feet,
I did'nt know about john having 2 strokes which does explain things to a certain point.
He's obviously a good man having worked in the care sector and im suprised about his degree.
Well done to all who have helped john and his family.
He already had a stroke prior to coming to the Philippines.
He was already in a semi-bad shape health wise, not realizing that stroke comes in tandem, sometimes several after shocks.
I can't believe how great you people are. Thanks so much for your great kindness! 👍👍
Awesome kindness by the Church Group and Salvation Army and all who helped John and of course you and the support group. ☘️☘️☘️
I am so happy to hear you clarify that the man suffered strokes. The comments were brutal that did not comprehend or take those afflictions into account. You may have a stroke and be perfectly fine, others may have a stroke and be utterly devastated, and all the outcomes in between.
Well done, I lived in the Philippines for over 5 years and for 2 years before that I was back and forwards. This was in the 90's we had no internet in those days. Sadly I had to leave, I was in my 30's but had to leave my wife and 3 kids in the end as we just could not make enough money to live, no matter how many businesses we had. I could write a book. It took 9 months to get my wife and 3 kids over to England, 25 years later the kids are all set up, and the wife and I have been together for over 30 years.
Having an income coming in that is not generated in the Philippines is key unless you have a good amount of cash in the bank. There are many other things but you need that basic setup to have a got start at living in the Philippines.
I appreciate all of you honorable men who had his back and have put John in the position to be able to help himself. Good work!
thanks for sharing Paul. praying for John that he does well in all his endeavors. God bless all his contributors.
I had no idea the challenge was as steep as you just described in this video. It sounds like John was his own worst enemy for a bit. But it seems he eventually recognized that you're all pulling for him and giving him another chance to succeed. It's refreshing to see him make the most of it, and I'm humbled by all of your generosity and kindness. You are what is best in men.
bless you guys.. i have watched t he whole fiasco..i work for an airline here, inC anada,, and have to say thank you for all that you have done..
Wow, thank you
Hi Paul. Congratulations for your achievement with regard to helping John. You really did a great job.
Fantastic result. All you people that helped him are truly amazing very kind. Well done and stay safe.
You guys did great
I'm glad this story is turning out okay. I am especially proud of all of the guys for helping John. Hopefully when he gets his finances straightened out and stabilized he will come back to the Philippines and do the right things with taking care his family.
I'm glad to hear so many good people step forward and helped him. It warms my heart when I see people helping other people in need
You guys did a good job helping a brother out in need. You didn’t only taught him how to fish but you also gave him some fish to start with. Awesome!
Great job to you Paul and everyone else who was part of this support group! I'm sure John will continue to upgrade his life, including possibly finding a job within the finance industry if that's what he is searching for. Take care to you both there!
Paul, you and the other expats did a great thing for John. All of you helped give him another chance at life. Even if John goes back to the Philippines, it will be much harder for him to repeat the same mistakes simply because he will not be going to the Philippines with a lump sum. The Social Security payments are a monthly disbursement. The Social Security Administration will indirectly be acting as a money manager for John one month at a time. Sure, John could still piss away money in the Philippines, but he won't be able to screw up his future by blowing a lump sum savings like before.
Great Video 📹 👍 and update about John. Hope he gets his medical issues (strokes/lump on his neck) taken care of. Thanks to Paul and Jim plus the crew for helping John and his children. Time will tell with his actions.
Stay Safe ❤️ ✨️ 🙏 🙏
Thanks guys for the update, it's good to know he's doing ok back here in the states.
Cant remember when I’ve heard of a story like this.
Congrats Paul for shining the light on this issue, and sorting out some logistics on…. what to do!
And getting like minded people together to help this guy.
A tough situation for anyone to find themselves in.
Bless you all!
lol what? There are thousands like this in the Philippines.
You and the group are very kind hearted and generous, and John was very lucky to have you. Hopefully you haven’t been scammed and he will do what’s right from here on out.
I really admire these support group and most especially to Paul, andJim for helping John all the way as in 360 degrees .. I had follow through this story from day one. and wow you are amazing people guys. God will bless you more !
You and Jim are good men and human beings not only in your wisdom but more so with your compassionate & very reasonable deeds for John. I could see how lucky your families & loved ones to have you in their lives. God will surely reward you not only in your lifetimes but when you will join Him in eternal bliss.
Thats great to hear guys. Never look down on a man unless you're helping him up
I think it was Father Joe's that John was staying at.. we have a few here in San Diego. Kudos to you guys for helping John. I'm sure many of us were wondering about him (waiting for an update).
Thanks Paul 🙏 been waiting for the update about John’s life in America.
such a success story kudos to the big heart that help John! & family
Great job gents! Can't wait for THE COMEBACK!!!
They should video John reunion with Diana and the kids.
Like waiting on a blind curve for the next crash to happen.
Thanks for the update.
That "Father something" charity needs a proper naming if it actually came through huge like that.
Yall are great guys to help him out. Awsome to see people care about others.
A live chat in the new year will be great. I have faith John is turning it all around, I am sure looking forward to his continued personal development. Thank you so much this has been so interesting.