Ironically, I am living in Singapore but once I need a doctor visit like General doctors.. Phlippline doctor is more superior. Advantage of Singapore are their technology. Funny thing, I have back pain issue that sometimes i have difficulty breathing. Singaporean specialist doctor doesnt know what to do, he just says I need some rest, the doctor is even a Harvard graduate. Only Philippine doctor was able to pin point the issue.
Actually, Philippines healthcare is some of the worst in the world. I don’t know what you guys a talking about. You’ll rarely see a Filipino doctor anywhere but the Philippines. There is no reciprocity for Filipino doctors. Nurses barely are able to transition to the United States. It’s a little bit better than it used to be, but none of them were qualified in the past.
@@robm1945 I'm not saying Filipino healthcare professionals are the best in the world but this country exports nurses and doctors everywhere in the world. Our healthcare system here is not at par with rich countries because of government corruption but if I need some laboratory tests we don't have to wait for unreasonable time like what happens in Canada. No country is perfect.
@@salterrae2525 Agree! To be honest, been working in Singapore for almost 13 years now and tell you what. General doctor in Singapore are like intern, well thats what mostly i encounter. all they do was straight away give you meds and sometimes give you advise that is not so convincing. I have a house mate before, she had dangerorously high BP like 185/115 for more than a month. The Singaporean doctor didnt bother to take a BP on her but instead just ask her to rest at home. But when she came to Philippine and get 2nd opinion, Filipino doctor was concern about her and give proper meds. Just after a week, she feel better. Even my indian collegue felt the same way. However, Sigapore Hospital technology, machines, computer system were far more better.
I m from Pakistan and i love to live in Philippines. Simple people and full of culture. I have recently married a Filipina . She is amazing and we are planning to settle down over there soon ❤❤❤
@accountingcoach3739 Why is that Sir? It's got to do with the religion? I wish I could meet one. If you're in Pakistan, maybe you have a female friend who doesn't mind interracial..
Yes So Chill and relax, Late, Traffic, Being disabled here they treat me always even grabbing cab, Filipinos are Awesome!!! Biggest Advantage Cost of living! Meds are affordable, Great Vid, as always God bless
Foreigners makes it in the Philippines 🇵🇭 All you need is your love for Filipina and her families and they will take you in. God Bless The Philippines 🇵🇭 Philippines is the best kept secret for retirement. Don’t tell anyone 🙏
Alex, when you interview expats or foreign retirees, can you make sure to tell them to be vigilant and aware when they deal with people asking money not to trust them so fast. If it is about money, it is too hard to trust others. foreign visitors are there not to give away anything free but to enjoy their stay and help the Philippine economy . I’m not saying, a lot of them but some as said by the “blue-shirt” guy. Well, good interviews as always, Alex! Love to watch your vlogs!!👌🇵🇭🇺🇸
The first guy looked dead on like Lee Iocooca, former and late chairman of Chrysler Corp. Big benefit for seniors here, they get 20% off on most stuff they buy like food with their senior card Make sure to get one.
Only Filipino seniors. Foreign seniors are not allowed for groceries and others. Some accept Driver's License, like parking and donut shops, maybe restaurants, too.
Having been married for 18 years and living in the Philippines for 15 years I watch these expat videos on the Philippines for entertainment only, not to learn anything. In fact, I could probably give some advice. Enough said. Good night.
My advice for tourists and for those who's trying to find a place to settle in, be careful. there is less crime here, the food is great, the people of course are friendly and all the good things in between, but still be careful. if you plan on dating a Filipina, know her first and know her background. don't do things that will hurt yourself and don't go womanizing. the first thing you should do is to befriend a male professional, a well educated Filipino to help you out and give advice. if you have a female friend, that's ok too but having a male friend if you are a male yourself is better.
@@user-bg2ig5xc3e 1st, The Philippines is a gateway to east Asia, where both East and West meet. It is a melting pot of different tastes and flavors from the pre-Spanish colonial era to post-Japanese and U.S. occupation. Secondly, This post is not about the comparison between our countries. I can see that you pride yourself as a Thai person. But there is no need to be sensitive about my post.
Thanks for this topic. Being older it is good to now how it is for older folks. Be good to do some interviews from a bit older women who are looking to build a lifestyle that is low key and not filled with a flurry of activities, maybe a business to generate passive income. Someone like that. Great content, man!!
Having lived in the Philippines 🇵🇭 in 1991 at Clark Air Base, (Angeles), Philippines 🇵🇭. I was age (28) then. Now age (61) and a widower. Contemplating return and stay long term or retire. Canada 🇨🇦 and America 🇺🇸 are blessed to afford to retire there comfortable. Plus, you and able to find relationships as compared to drama in America 🇺🇸. Great video, thank you.
Great topic in my opinion. It's nice hear what attracted these "retirees" to the Philippines and their experiences living or staying there. For the first guy, it's good that he has a Filipino to rely on for legal matters beyond the visa. Second guy is chill and seems to be having the best time in his life. While he's speaking his eyes light up. I'm sorry for third guy he seemed to have the worst experience amongst the three. Living Abroad, I like how you synthesize their opinions and how you engage your interviewees to respond.
I’ve had skin cancer issues in the states. With health insurance wasnt expensive. As far as age gap I think the older you get the more we need to temper your expectations.
I think its good decision sir, you can live here for 800usd,my advise is if you can avail a modest house only in a gated subdivision here, it will only 20 to 30k usd cash, it's a nice house already, monthly association dye is so cheap, electric bills is based on your needs, in my case i have 3br small house, my electrical bills cost about 6000php coz i have split type AC open for at least 16hrs daily in two rooms, my intrrnet is about 1600php/month with 200 to 300mbps speed, its an old line, maybe new applicants a bit higher in rates, water bills 700php/month depends how you use you water supply, cars are cheap, public trsnsport is everywhere, malls are great, grocery stores etc, most of all people, we Filipinos welcomes retirees in fact its in our law here for foreign retirees, see it first sir, then decide, my sister is retiring back sooner from the US soon
It would be really interesting to have more comparisions with countries like Loas and Cambodia, there are already many vids comparing Philipines with Thailand, I know you made a great one as well, but I think I really prefer the Philipines to Thailand however there's pretty minimal information out there about Cambodia and Loas for example.
I live in the province and what drives me insane are the constant barking dogs, karaoke, and the red tape. That is why we are selling our house in San Juan, Batangas.
@@angelocalima6338 the subdvi manager lied to us before we bought the property. she told us no animals allowed. karaoke either. people squatting on empty land to raise their freaking farm animals. poop everywhere, the stench is overwhelming and no one wants to buy our house
Our house is about 35 minutes out of Cebu city in the higher elevation. I love it! There is no reason to own a car. Public transportation is ample. If you don't like to eat Filipino food, your cost of living will be higher. Cheers!!
Actually for me if you are a foreigner even you are from africa black or white the most important is if they see you as a foreigner...filipino will think that you are a rich person so meaning you can easily get a younger ladies here and you can be entertained and they will not throw you out coz you are money making machine and you can get a well educated ladies that you want unlike other asian countries and culture that they will think before they will like you or not but filipinos are welcoming and the best among the best is the visa and its easy to get a visa and the extesion and i think it is the cheapest and easily to get than most countries in the world
😅oo nga po ano, kaso po itong interviewee di alam ang mga laws sa Pilipinas pero ang sure jan ay kasali ang mga seniors na may asa asawang pinay dahil dual citizen sila
What are the requirements of the US government to it's expat retirees who are receiving pensions, RESIDENCY wise in the US. Are they required to LIVE IN the US for a determined length of time or living abroad, so as not to lose it's pension income. Here in Canada, as far as I know, people receiving government money are required to be out of Canada for only 6 months in a given year.
US pensioners can live most places overseas forever. Limits on As of June 2023, there are the 10 countries where the United States won't send your Social Security payments: Azerbaijan. Belarus. Cuba. Kazakhstan. Kyrgyzstan. Moldova. North Korea. Tajikistan.
Filipinos ask how I like it here in the Philippines. I answer - Living here for 14 years I have gotten into a rhythm and love to walk just before the sun goes down at a tree-lined park. I get thirsty when I finish my walk, drive my shiny red car along the highway, and stop in front of Rick's barbeque, parking in front. They know me and bring a beer and an ice-filled baso or glass. The setting is perfect, with a great breeze, and a terrific sunset, and the beer is cold, and best of all the lite smell of the barbeque. Terrific. Couldn't have asked for better. Then a woman of the night, a real looker, happens by and asks who owns the shiny red car. She spots me and sees my wife. She turns and walks away. Then the barbeque smoke gets so thick that we must move and stand up.
"Hans" was the second to hesitate in giving a name, not that I blame him. He had a quicker answer for his nationality, but he sounds a lot more like an Austrian than an Australian.
My fellow seniors think double trippleness imake sure philippine is so hard to live , a lot of loko loko scam difficult situition are here, be safe and be allert my fellow seniors
In Philippines, what is common is burial, cremation is also another way of resting our dead loved ones. As for me with my foreigner husband, we already have a spot in a memorial park where we lives. And, I already got that spot, long before he met me. I paid it for installment for few years in a reasonable price. I got two spots, that even my parents and or any loved ones that might say goodbye can use it. One slot can be use up to three persons. So, for two slots, sixe people can be put there. We don't like to die, but that is the reality of life, for me, it's better to be prepared it so those w will be left behind will not be stressed for my burial. Yes, my husband will not be cremated. We will be together even under the ground. 😊
People who are 60 years and above are senior citizens. In the philippines, ALL SENIORS are given the courtesies they deserve . Foreigners are included in the courtesies given to senior filipinos. However, ONLY FILIPINO CITIZENS, are entitled to the 20% discounts and 12% vat exemptions.
Wow, I'm an American citizen living abroad in the Philippines in the province in western Visayas. Hey how do Americans find a good CPA to do income tax for American foreigners here in Philippines?
Foriegn being taken advantage in the Philippines, in behalf of Filipino fell sory for them, we fell shame, if foreigner being taken advantage of some Filipino, Godbless take care❤
Many people - homeless in the US - "could" - live here on their low income SS checks - much better than in a tent on a sidewalk ? -- A pathetic situation for those "many" who seemingly have no solution to their low income problem of not being able to afford the ridiculous rents !!! 😥
I live in a province 'city' on Negros Island. Not a city in the sense the Americans think of as a city but they call it a city. Anyway its not modern like IT Park or BGC. Those are more modern and westernized so its a lot easier for foreigners to get acclimated. So living in a 'province' can be challenging to say the least. The apartment is spacious open floor plan, 2 large bedrooms with 2 full size baths for around $200 per month. You couldn't get that in the US. Traffic is much lighter than Cebu, Dumaguete or definitely Manila. They recently installed some Traffic lights. However, no traffic rules apply of course. People just go with the flow. Only 2 hospitals here but not very modern and equipped like the US. In my opinion if you're living in a comfort city like IT Park or BGC you dont really know what it's like to live in the Philippines amongst the locals. Been living here for alittle over 2 years now.
Advice to all seniors traveling around the world. Be careful the woman asking money from you especially the younger ones. Time and generation change so be on guard, there’s a lot of scammers around to bit you. When women ask for money run away from them.
That Ausie guy though... I am married to a westerner but never asked for anything as I was afraid he may demand something from me in exchange. I thought to myself that just in case things will not go well with us, he has nothing to talk about against me 😀. I suspect those ladies asking for money are on the job just to get money not for long term relationship.
I totally agree with most of the answers. We are considered walking ATMs for many of the women in the philippines, but that's no different than in the West. As a retired man , I am interested in retiring in the philippines for the financial benefits and a woman who is traditional in her values . Basically, the things that are dying in the west that men want in their lives. It's all a trade-off as women want stability and security in their lives, and men want to be loved and cared for . I don't understand why men would be having children in their retirement years, but some guys do, and that is their own personal choice. I've been there and done that for me, and I prefer to just enjoy my retirement in peace as much as possible 🙏.
I’ve watched a lot of Philippine videos of retirees moving there, but what you don’t see is retirees that have medical issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and need to have medication. They don’t tell you what medicines cost in the Philippines I pretty much know what they cost in Thailandbut not in the Philippines can you find people with medical issues that take medication and find out what they spend per month on the high blood pressure, high cholesterol medicine
I'm surprised to learn that they were not able to enjoy the senior citizen privileges being offered in supermarkets, banks and even in government transactions. Senior citizens have priorities in lines but they never mentioned it. So I assume that they don't know it.
Yes, I know how the Filipino nurses are. That’s my point! you Do not know what you’re talking about. filipino physicians cannot come to the United States without massive retraining or passing the USMLE. Same goes for the nurses without extensive retraining and passing the boards here. That’s why they don’t import them much anymore because it’s not worth the expense. In my 35 years in the medical field, I have seen one Filipino physician and most likely because they went to United States school. The Philippines is rated one of the lowest quality healthcare in the world so I don’t know where you’re getting your information from. I have firsthand experience for years to back up what I say. So if you wanna get your care in the Philippines, be my guest.
Me too. But he said Australia, so that's what I put. Maybe the people he is talking to don't know where Austria is, so he says Australia to reduce confusion.
Sana sa mga babae sa Pilipinas na pira lang ang hangad sa mga foreigner magkaroon naman sana tayo ng dignidad huwag naman pira pira lang nakakahiya salamat
11:26 Looks like he met a professional gold digger 😅 Unfortunately, some are like that yet not everyone is. And much like anywhere in the world, you still have to be careful whom to be friends with. Ingat po kayo.
Age gap doesn't really matter here in the Philippines for sure Alex. I feel bad for that last guy you interviewed he go asked for money by some females and he doesn't know them that's a no from me to
And what city is that? Because I happen to know that that’s not true. There’s no reciprocity for physicians and the nurses are not trained very well. It’s not worth bringing them from the Philippines.
Stop romanticizing like a chick…women will always want the one with resources…it’s survival. Just like men want the prettiest and fittest women to insure their blood line is perfect
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Ironically, I am living in Singapore but once I need a doctor visit like General doctors.. Phlippline doctor is more superior. Advantage of Singapore are their technology. Funny thing, I have back pain issue that sometimes i have difficulty breathing. Singaporean specialist doctor doesnt know what to do, he just says I need some rest, the doctor is even a Harvard graduate. Only Philippine doctor was able to pin point the issue.
Medical schools here use USA medical books and reference. That's why there are Filipino medical professionals around the world.
Actually, Philippines healthcare is some of the worst in the world. I don’t know what you guys a talking about. You’ll rarely see a Filipino doctor anywhere but the Philippines. There is no reciprocity for Filipino doctors. Nurses barely are able to transition to the United States. It’s a little bit better than it used to be, but none of them were qualified in the past.
Conversely, Thailand has some of the best healthcare in the world.
@@robm1945 I'm not saying Filipino healthcare professionals are the best in the world but this country exports nurses and doctors everywhere in the world. Our healthcare system here is not at par with rich countries because of government corruption but if I need some laboratory tests we don't have to wait for unreasonable time like what happens in Canada. No country is perfect.
@@salterrae2525 Agree! To be honest, been working in Singapore for almost 13 years now and tell you what. General doctor in Singapore are like intern, well thats what mostly i encounter. all they do was straight away give you meds and sometimes give you advise that is not so convincing. I have a house mate before, she had dangerorously high BP like 185/115 for more than a month. The Singaporean doctor didnt bother to take a BP on her but instead just ask her to rest at home. But when she came to Philippine and get 2nd opinion, Filipino doctor was concern about her and give proper meds. Just after a week, she feel better. Even my indian collegue felt the same way. However, Sigapore Hospital technology, machines, computer system were far more better.
The 2nd guy is so positive in life and very happy living in the Philippines😊.
He definitely is!!
I m from Pakistan and i love to live in Philippines. Simple people and full of culture. I have recently married a Filipina . She is amazing and we are planning to settle down over there soon ❤❤❤
I'm an American of Asian descent, and I'm very interested in having a pakistani gal as a partner. 😊
@@Scorpio_1005 hard for you to find hahaha 🤣🤣🤣
@accountingcoach3739 Why is that Sir? It's got to do with the religion? I wish I could meet one. If you're in Pakistan, maybe you have a female friend who doesn't mind interracial..
Yes So Chill and relax, Late, Traffic, Being disabled here they treat me always even grabbing cab, Filipinos are Awesome!!! Biggest Advantage Cost of living! Meds are affordable, Great Vid, as always God bless
Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts as always 😁
Foreigners makes it in the Philippines 🇵🇭 All you need is your love for Filipina and her families and they will take you in. God Bless The Philippines 🇵🇭 Philippines is the best kept secret for retirement. Don’t tell anyone 🙏
It sure is. There's a lot of hidden gem that most foreigners don't know.
Another great video Alex. Always a pleasure to watch. 💛
Alex, when you interview expats or foreign retirees, can you make sure to tell them to be vigilant and aware when they deal with people asking money not to trust them so fast. If it is about money, it is too hard to trust others. foreign visitors are there not to give away anything free but to enjoy their stay and help the Philippine economy . I’m not saying, a lot of them but some as said by the “blue-shirt” guy. Well, good interviews as always, Alex! Love to watch your vlogs!!👌🇵🇭🇺🇸
True👌
Well it's true though
Great vlog Alex, a pleasure to have met you. Keep making your helpful and entertaining vlogs.
Thank you!!! Pleasure to meet you too 😁
I’m not entitled to a Senior Card/discount but by speaking the language, I have been given senior benefits at LTO and my bank.
That's awesome.Thank you for information and sharing
The first guy looked dead on like Lee Iocooca, former and late chairman of Chrysler Corp. Big benefit for seniors here, they get 20% off on most stuff they buy like food with their senior card Make sure to get one.
Only Filipino seniors. Foreign seniors are not allowed for groceries and others. Some accept Driver's License, like parking and donut shops, maybe restaurants, too.
Good stuff, thanks!
Your videos are top notch Alex thx again!
Thank you Tim!
Seniors have a lot of benefits in Philippines.
I ❤Phillipines
That is if you are a white man
Such as?
@@highclassbum2538 I agree
Finally the guy in the “blue shirt” told just how it really is!
I am a Filipina. It's a shame what he said is true. There are some people that were really taking advantage.😢
Just be careful and watch out for these kind of people asking money.
Every countries has the same story.
Hhmm.. every country have good and bad people it just need to choose who you want to be with and sad to say he chose the wrong person.
Your life, your rules. Cheers for a wonderful journey in the 🇵🇭 take care buddy!!! I mean the guy in the blue shirt 😂👊
Having been married for 18 years and living in the Philippines for 15 years I watch these expat videos on the Philippines for entertainment only, not to learn anything. In fact, I could probably give some advice. Enough said. Good night.
Give advice, then keep it short and light. Thanks in advance.
Mic drop!.....you're out!!
@@stevelawson68 I see you cannot accept other peoples opinions.
Read between the lines.
Another great video Alex.
Thank you 😊
Street interview always the best..hi alex
Thank you 😁
My advice for tourists and for those who's trying to find a place to settle in, be careful. there is less crime here, the food is great, the people of course are friendly and all the good things in between, but still be careful. if you plan on dating a Filipina, know her first and know her background. don't do things that will hurt yourself and don't go womanizing. the first thing you should do is to befriend a male professional, a well educated Filipino to help you out and give advice. if you have a female friend, that's ok too but having a male friend if you are a male yourself is better.
Food is great?
Food ?? Omg , Thailand way better
@@jonrend yes
@@user-bg2ig5xc3e 1st, The Philippines is a gateway to east Asia, where both East and West meet. It is a melting pot of different tastes and flavors from the pre-Spanish colonial era to post-Japanese and U.S. occupation. Secondly, This post is not about the comparison between our countries. I can see that you pride yourself as a Thai person. But there is no need to be sensitive about my post.
I enjoy your videos because you are an excellent interviewer. 💯%
Im very proud for choosing our Country to stay🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thanks for this topic. Being older it is good to now how it is for older folks. Be good to do some interviews from a bit older women who are looking to build a lifestyle that is low key and not filled with a flurry of activities, maybe a business to generate passive income. Someone like that. Great content, man!!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it 😁
nice video keep it always proud Philippines living simple life God bless us all ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Having lived in the Philippines 🇵🇭 in 1991 at Clark Air Base, (Angeles), Philippines 🇵🇭. I was age (28) then. Now age (61) and a widower. Contemplating return and stay long term or retire. Canada 🇨🇦 and America 🇺🇸 are blessed to afford to retire there comfortable. Plus, you and able to find relationships as compared to drama in America 🇺🇸. Great video, thank you.
Thank you for watching and sharing your experiences
Alex you speak so elegantly and come across as a true gentleman and a scholar.😊😊😊
Haha thank you! But I'm quite the opposite sometimes
Great interviews. Awesome bro
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😁
@@Livingabroadalex you’re very welcome. Take care bro.🇺🇸🇵🇭
Great topic in my opinion. It's nice hear what attracted these "retirees" to the Philippines and their experiences living or staying there. For the first guy, it's good that he has a Filipino to rely on for legal matters beyond the visa. Second guy is chill and seems to be having the best time in his life. While he's speaking his eyes light up. I'm sorry for third guy he seemed to have the worst experience amongst the three. Living Abroad, I like how you synthesize their opinions and how you engage your interviewees to respond.
I suggest you visit Subic Bay, Olongapo, and Clark in Angelee city.
I’ve had skin cancer issues in the states. With health insurance wasnt expensive. As far as age gap I think the older you get the more we need to temper your expectations.
You don't need a DR for many meds in the PI, just go to the Pharmacy
It depends on where you are and the pharmacy, but I've found it generally a lot like Mexico for easy to get basic meds.
Real cool
I just find it funny, the last interviewee's experience with the Filipinas he met😂
Nice
I’m retiring next year and I’m planning the Philippines to retire…
I think its good decision sir, you can live here for 800usd,my advise is if you can avail a modest house only in a gated subdivision here, it will only 20 to 30k usd cash, it's a nice house already, monthly association dye is so cheap, electric bills is based on your needs, in my case i have 3br small house, my electrical bills cost about 6000php coz i have split type AC open for at least 16hrs daily in two rooms, my intrrnet is about 1600php/month with 200 to 300mbps speed, its an old line, maybe new applicants a bit higher in rates, water bills 700php/month depends how you use you water supply, cars are cheap, public trsnsport is everywhere, malls are great, grocery stores etc, most of all people, we Filipinos welcomes retirees in fact its in our law here for foreign retirees, see it first sir, then decide, my sister is retiring back sooner from the US soon
It would be really interesting to have more comparisions with countries like Loas and Cambodia, there are already many vids comparing Philipines with Thailand, I know you made a great one as well, but I think I really prefer the Philipines to Thailand however there's pretty minimal information out there about Cambodia and Loas for example.
I'll make my way down there
And maybe Vietnam too, please?
@@Livingabroadalex Great, i'll look forward to it.
Nice vids❤ Keep it up😘
Thank you 😁
Hope Phils Government watch this....Traffic is terrible.
The winner is second one unanimously.
I live in the province and what drives me insane are the constant barking dogs, karaoke, and the red tape. That is why we are selling our house in San Juan, Batangas.
Gated Community
@@angelocalima6338 the subdvi manager lied to us before we bought the property. she told us no animals allowed. karaoke either. people squatting on empty land to raise their freaking farm animals. poop everywhere, the stench is overwhelming and no one wants to buy our house
Not to mention, roosters crowing early on and throughout the day.
I was in Cebu last week, constantly revving of motorbike, loud music ,they love noise
@@user-bg2ig5xc3e filipinas are the cleanest people in their own house but once outside they turn their country into one polluted garbage dump.
Our house is about 35 minutes out of Cebu city in the higher elevation. I love it! There is no reason to own a car. Public transportation is ample. If you don't like to eat Filipino food, your cost of living will be higher. Cheers!!
Thank you for sharing
Wow from Philippines
Actually for me if you are a foreigner even you are from africa black or white the most important is if they see you as a foreigner...filipino will think that you are a rich person so meaning you can easily get a younger ladies here and you can be entertained and they will not throw you out coz you are money making machine and you can get a well educated ladies that you want unlike other asian countries and culture that they will think before they will like you or not but filipinos are welcoming and the best among the best is the visa and its easy to get a visa and the extesion and i think it is the cheapest and easily to get than most countries in the world
No, not at all. We look at foreigners with calculations knowing they are coming as bastards and pollutants in our shores.
So you better be careful
2nd happiest country in Southeast Asia❤ 🇵🇭
What would be the happiest?
@@WhoWouldWantThisName singapore 😊
Are they also included to our senior discount benefit. No entrance fee in cinema. Free birthday cakes.
😅oo nga po ano, kaso po itong interviewee di alam ang mga laws sa Pilipinas pero ang sure jan ay kasali ang mga seniors na may asa asawang pinay dahil dual citizen sila
Good question!
The first gentleman refers to IT park. Is this in Cebu or Manila? Thanks.
Cebu
@@Livingabroadalex Thanks.
What are the requirements of the US government to it's expat retirees who are receiving pensions, RESIDENCY wise in the US. Are they required to LIVE IN the US for a determined length of time or living abroad, so as not to lose it's pension income. Here in Canada, as far as I know, people receiving government money are required to be out of Canada for only 6 months in a given year.
US pensioners can live most places overseas forever. Limits on
As of June 2023, there are the 10 countries where the United States won't send your Social Security payments:
Azerbaijan.
Belarus.
Cuba.
Kazakhstan.
Kyrgyzstan.
Moldova.
North Korea.
Tajikistan.
@@toddsmith3017 Thanks for the info.
Filipinos ask how I like it here in the Philippines. I answer - Living here for 14 years I have gotten into a rhythm and love to walk just before the sun goes down at a tree-lined park. I get thirsty when I finish my walk, drive my shiny red car along the highway, and stop in front of Rick's barbeque, parking in front. They know me and bring a beer and an ice-filled baso or glass. The setting is perfect, with a great breeze, and a terrific sunset, and the beer is cold, and best of all the lite smell of the barbeque. Terrific. Couldn't have asked for better. Then a woman of the night, a real looker, happens by and asks who owns the shiny red car. She spots me and sees my wife. She turns and walks away. Then the barbeque smoke gets so thick that we must move and stand up.
IT park that place looks nice place to retire cost of iiving allgood reasons to set up shop
"Hans" was the second to hesitate in giving a name, not that I blame him. He had a quicker answer for his nationality, but he sounds a lot more like an Austrian than an Australian.
W0w from Philippines
In manila one whole coconut cost for only 35 pesos and to think its manila.that 50 pesos is quite xpensive not unless bought in d mall.
I'm coming to the Philippines this summer to be a US remote worker. I also want to sell life insurance to expats to protect their wives
My fellow seniors think double trippleness imake sure philippine is so hard to live , a lot of loko loko scam difficult situition are here, be safe and be allert my fellow seniors
Good Blog Interviews, what if you were to die in the Phillipines as a senior? Do they have Crematariums?
Thank you.Good question and I don't know
Not too long ago I watched an emotional video involving a cremation service with a family attending. I believe it was Filipino in origin.
In Philippines, what is common is burial, cremation is also another way of resting our dead loved ones. As for me with my foreigner husband, we already have a spot in a memorial park where we lives. And, I already got that spot, long before he met me. I paid it for installment for few years in a reasonable price. I got two spots, that even my parents and or any loved ones that might say goodbye can use it. One slot can be use up to three persons. So, for two slots, sixe people can be put there. We don't like to die, but that is the reality of life, for me, it's better to be prepared it so those w will be left behind will not be stressed for my burial. Yes, my husband will not be cremated. We will be together even under the ground. 😊
They just need to be careful with people who asked for money.
Mostly, game playing and lying for what the money will be used for.
People who are 60 years and above are senior citizens. In the philippines, ALL SENIORS are given the courtesies they deserve .
Foreigners are included in the courtesies given to senior filipinos.
However, ONLY FILIPINO CITIZENS, are entitled to the 20% discounts and 12% vat exemptions.
Wow, I'm an American citizen living abroad in the Philippines in the province in western Visayas. Hey how do Americans find a good CPA to do income tax for American foreigners here in Philippines?
Foriegn being taken advantage in the Philippines, in behalf of Filipino fell sory for them, we fell shame, if foreigner being taken advantage of some Filipino, Godbless take care❤
Many people - homeless in the US - "could" - live here on their low income SS checks - much better than in a tent on a sidewalk ? -- A pathetic situation for those "many" who seemingly have no solution to their low income problem of not being able to afford the ridiculous rents !!! 😥
I live in a province 'city' on Negros Island. Not a city in the sense the Americans think of as a city but they call it a city. Anyway its not modern like IT Park or BGC. Those are more modern and westernized so its a lot easier for foreigners to get acclimated. So living in a 'province' can be challenging to say the least. The apartment is spacious open floor plan, 2 large bedrooms with 2 full size baths for around $200 per month. You couldn't get that in the US. Traffic is much lighter than Cebu, Dumaguete or definitely Manila. They recently installed some Traffic lights. However, no traffic rules apply of course. People just go with the flow. Only 2 hospitals here but not very modern and equipped like the US. In my opinion if you're living in a comfort city like IT Park or BGC you dont really know what it's like to live in the Philippines amongst the locals. Been living here for alittle over 2 years now.
Advice to all seniors traveling around the world. Be careful the woman asking money from you especially the younger ones. Time and generation change so be on guard, there’s a lot of scammers around to bit you. When women ask for money run away from them.
Met a girl online. Within 2 weeks she had asked me for a loan of 5000 peso. I think that's pretty bold.
Loan... Haha.... Gift, she meant.
Advice? Don't give any money.
Run
That Ausie guy though... I am married to a westerner but never asked for anything as I was afraid he may demand something from me in exchange. I thought to myself that just in case things will not go well with us, he has nothing to talk about against me 😀. I suspect those ladies asking for money are on the job just to get money not for long term relationship.
50 pesos for a coconut drink is cheap? Haha it is overpriced compared to the average price of coconuts drink in the Philippines
It's expensive when you buy it in the mall stalls😂
Yes, 50 pesos is reasonable.
I totally agree with most of the answers. We are considered walking ATMs for many of the women in the philippines, but that's no different than in the West. As a retired man , I am interested in retiring in the philippines for the financial benefits and a woman who is traditional in her values . Basically, the things that are dying in the west that men want in their lives. It's all a trade-off as women want stability and security in their lives, and men want to be loved and cared for . I don't understand why men would be having children in their retirement years, but some guys do, and that is their own personal choice. I've been there and done that for me, and I prefer to just enjoy my retirement in peace as much as possible 🙏.
I’ve watched a lot of Philippine videos of retirees moving there, but what you don’t see is retirees that have medical issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and need to have medication. They don’t tell you what medicines cost in the Philippines I pretty much know what they cost in Thailandbut not in the Philippines can you find people with medical issues that take medication and find out what they spend per month on the high blood pressure, high cholesterol medicine
Berberine, milk thistle tea and Turmeric and Nac
Generic medicines are cheaper than branded ones but the effects are the same.
I'm surprised to learn that they were not able to enjoy the senior citizen privileges being offered in supermarkets, banks and even in government transactions. Senior citizens have priorities in lines but they never mentioned it. So I assume that they don't know it.
Yes, I know how the Filipino nurses are. That’s my point! you Do not know what you’re talking about. filipino physicians cannot come to the United States without massive retraining or passing the USMLE. Same goes for the nurses without extensive retraining and passing the boards here. That’s why they don’t import them much anymore because it’s not worth the expense. In my 35 years in the medical field, I have seen one Filipino physician and most likely because they went to United States school. The Philippines is rated one of the lowest quality healthcare in the world so I don’t know where you’re getting your information from. I have firsthand experience for years to back up what I say. So if you wanna get your care in the Philippines, be my guest.
Pretty sure that last guy was from Austria not Australia
Me too. But he said Australia, so that's what I put.
Maybe the people he is talking to don't know where Austria is, so he says Australia to reduce confusion.
Sana sa mga babae sa Pilipinas na pira lang ang hangad sa mga foreigner magkaroon naman sana tayo ng dignidad huwag naman pira pira lang nakakahiya salamat
What about the safety in the Philippines? I hear about muggings, pick pocket, kidnapping. Is it just the places you go?
What happens when as you age, your cognition declines to the point where you have no choice but to have someone else take over your finances?
Yall seniors better be careful...some ladies out there will take you to heaven too fast. 😅😂
11:26 Looks like he met a professional gold digger 😅 Unfortunately, some are like that yet not everyone is. And much like anywhere in the world, you still have to be careful whom to be friends with. Ingat po kayo.
Age gap doesn't really matter here in the Philippines for sure Alex. I feel bad for that last guy you interviewed he go asked for money by some females and he doesn't know them that's a no from me to
Yea I'm with you Jeff. But I'm glad he was honest, so others can be informed
Anything can be said by anyone because there’s no way it can be verified
That's not the point of these videos. They're not on trial.
Using actual real math,inflation is 67% over the last 4 years in the US.
Wow!!! This man called my country the Philippines third world country??? Hahaha 😂 OMGsh!!!
Old rich man dies young 🎉🎉🎉 chismis marites Philippines 😂
3rd guy.... Filipinos wants money......hahahaha... just be careful and be aware... Situational awareness...
Surfshark does not do as stated-I would not recommend
What don't they do?
"Do you consider yourself a senior?" My answer to that question is, "no, I'm in denial." I think it's a good positive answer.😁
Woah! 3rd world so why stay? It's developing the Philippines better than NYC yuk!
So still the first guy thinks the Philippines is a 3rd world country even though it is a newly industrialized country now.
And what city is that? Because I happen to know that that’s not true. There’s no reciprocity for physicians and the nurses are not trained very well. It’s not worth bringing them from the Philippines.
You are so jealous of Filipinos😀 Or maybe you feel inferior with Filipinos😀🤣 Bad judgement and being Bitter is shouting and is dangerous!!!
if women u meet likes money they are red flag so avoid that kind of person
Stop romanticizing like a chick…women will always want the one with resources…it’s survival.
Just like men want the prettiest and fittest women to insure their blood line is perfect
No just fuckem and move on.😊
Hans is a whiner😅
Not a 3rd world country, we are already beyond that. I would say developing country which is aggressively developing with their infrastructure.
Actually is a 4th developing country...😂
These guys came from the dead?😂😂😂
Unbelievable, they are in the Philipp8nes and they watch youtube a couple of hours every day....😂😂😂😂these people are nuts man....😂😂😂
What a shame shaped up ladies u r exposed by foreigner.
If Trump loses on Nov 5th, we are out of here back to the PI
😂😂😂😂
🇺🇸 is doom no matter who’s in office
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I feel you 😊
@@andyperez7342 please explain, we were great when My President is Trump.
Ok. You are wrong. Believe what you want.
Age gap is not an issue when you have $$$$
SEXpat in the Philippines .
You sound bitter. Don't make ridiculous accusations of guests.