Buying From Locals Vs Large Stores

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  • Buying from locals vs large stores in the Philippines will make a difference for the local community. This is something I take seriously and do as much as possible.
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Komentáře • 118

  • @brian_atc
    @brian_atc Před rokem +27

    You are the perfect example to represent us Americans. Thanks for being good to your community and a shining example.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +3

      Thank you for that, I truly mean that. Try to always leave a good impression and we are only guest here.

    • @gibstron
      @gibstron Před rokem

      🤗😇

    • @mfadzlishuib794
      @mfadzlishuib794 Před rokem +1

      Correct, excellent example

  • @jemmrich
    @jemmrich Před rokem +9

    This is just one of the many reasons why I love this channel, keep up the great work!

  • @robkal56
    @robkal56 Před rokem +12

    This also boosts your reputation in your neighborhood as a foreigner, something important as people are watching you, evaluating your character. Well done.

  • @ppgfreak17
    @ppgfreak17 Před rokem +13

    Only part of the way through the video and already hit the like button! Love how you support the locals and people that need the money. Thanks for the video!

  • @cindybrooks8321
    @cindybrooks8321 Před rokem +1

    So glad your foot is better. i love the simplicity of the furniture. Your style is similar to that of my son. Everything seems to have a place and a significant purpose. Your designs are well thought out and intentional. I was watching another video where a person was buying local at the market and gave a big tip. People thought he was rich. Next thing you know, his place got broken into. I like the fact that you are also safe and secure about things. Speedy recovery on your foot.

  • @Robert8455
    @Robert8455 Před rokem +1

    Dude! I love you because of exactly what you said here (and a lot of other things you mention too). You have the ability to lift up those around you just by spreading the word and possibly changing someone's life. I was actually thinking the same thing before you mentioned it. Totally support the idea of supporting local when ever possible and this is a great example.

  • @davidandrews8618
    @davidandrews8618 Před rokem +2

    Cheapest local metal fabrication/welding is $60+ an hr. (minimum) here in my area (NC, usa). And that's IF you can find a shop that would take on small jobs like that. Most don't want to 'waste' their time with small pieces, unless they are gonna be enough to warrant 4 hrs minimum ($240+)
    I say this from experience, as I taught myself to weld because I was tired of paying $60-200 every time I needed a tractor implement repaired or a metal gate repaired.
    Awesome video and Thank you for sharing!🙏

  • @abninf501
    @abninf501 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Support your local community and its simplistic beauty at its finest...I like it a lot!!!👍🏼

  • @whitedragon153
    @whitedragon153 Před měsícem +2

    Totally agree that suporting the locals is a good endeavor, when it is possible.

  • @raularagon683
    @raularagon683 Před rokem +4

    theres plenty of that here in the Phil. craftsman with affordable labor fee, but some are high labor fee especially in big cities like manila or cebu. Great idea to make your own crafts than buy to bigmall or stores coz you help locals earn.Kudos to You amigo!

  • @rodeny0rtman850
    @rodeny0rtman850 Před rokem +1

    You can’t go wrong supporting the local economy and you build relationships. I know your story of support will make it around the community. Good job!

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      Thank you! He’s been here building all our patio furniture the last couple weeks

    • @rodeny0rtman850
      @rodeny0rtman850 Před rokem +1

      It will be some nice furniture, I’m sure. You have a very nice place. It is also wonderful to be building things that fit your home and lifestyle. How much more, would you pay for handmade in the states! I am so glad for you, that the island life is a good fit. You have the right attitude to make it there.

  • @kristieotero1791
    @kristieotero1791 Před rokem +1

    You’re such a great guy Cory!!!

  • @jeanniepiriyayon3169
    @jeanniepiriyayon3169 Před rokem +8

    It makes me happy to buy from an individual also. You have craftsmen there that we don’t have here so much in the USA and if we find someone they charge as much or more then the big box stores. You have a quality product that will last for many years and you helped to take care of a family.all this for Avery low price. Working with the people from the community makes you all winners. Yeah!!!

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +2

      Thank you and I completely agree with you. Finding something like this a charge is a realistic price for welding is fantastic. In the states having custom welding done would cost twice the price is buying it from the store.

  • @herbertcustodio3394
    @herbertcustodio3394 Před rokem +2

    I love the modern black minimalism design❤️

  • @jerryb.2593
    @jerryb.2593 Před rokem +5

    Always great seeing people give back to locals. Great video, thanks for sharing!

  • @fatmaxover50
    @fatmaxover50 Před rokem +2

    I think that's awesome. It is so hard to keep business local in the states. Thanks for posting.

  • @bisayakaayo8595
    @bisayakaayo8595 Před rokem +1

    your house looks very nice and furnitures are compliment the whole look!!

  • @lenaoblisen7818
    @lenaoblisen7818 Před rokem +2

    You have a b3autiful house.i love your tile flor very nice.i hope i can find same tile soon.

  • @anniesoucek8216
    @anniesoucek8216 Před rokem +2

    Your end tables make sense. I want a lot of those tables when I go home to the Philippines because there's gonna be plenty of people coming to my house to eat. I grew up just that. I'm going to use the tables as end tables and service tables. Thanks for the idea.

  • @hoyphilippines6885
    @hoyphilippines6885 Před rokem +1

    Great looking tables.

  • @orenz1969
    @orenz1969 Před rokem +1

    im glad i subscribed to your channel , God bless you for helping our kababayan . MABUHAY KA SIR !

  • @daynevickers1079
    @daynevickers1079 Před rokem +1

    I love what I see of your home, and searched your videos to see if you had one that offered a tour of it, but couldn't find it. If you have a video containing a tour of your finished home, could you please direct me to it? Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us, I truly appreciate it.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      We’re hoping to do that in the next couple weeks. With all the landscaping, widening of the rear patio and whitening of the garage, it looks like a construction site outside.

  • @joannemomoa7793
    @joannemomoa7793 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Excellent workmanship

  • @chris642219
    @chris642219 Před rokem

    Bought a few month ago a coffeetable "samestyle" with 2 additional drawers. 599 Euros. Danish Designer. And had to transport it and mount it ourselves at home.

  • @Cons2911
    @Cons2911 Před rokem +1

    For cabinets and such, we prefer locally made

  • @penepeau3646
    @penepeau3646 Před rokem

    Those tables look exotic and sleek. Fantastic Job helping your local community. I’m happy that you’re HAPPY!! 😊 Thank you for sharing your journey with us on CZcams!
    Q: What is the custom on tipping in your local community, and throughout the Philippines 🇵🇭?

  • @looneyflight
    @looneyflight Před rokem +3

    I love your house and all your furniture. Also love custom made stuff. I thought about buying a welder before because of how convenient it is to make your own stuff.

  • @ginfriends5972
    @ginfriends5972 Před rokem +1

    Wow you got quality stuffs
    ..you made me realize..you need not malls, stores for furnitures but a good craftsman locally and is worth it. Thanks!

  • @jmfarrell5
    @jmfarrell5 Před rokem +1

    Great video. You found a real metal worker craftsman…. A found and you’re supporting locals 👏🏻👏🏻
    Speedy recovery

  • @SirHelios
    @SirHelios Před rokem

    I really like your house - and I totally agree with you. The quality in any of these department stores is disappointing and it's a much better feeling to support locals...

  • @scottv3337
    @scottv3337 Před rokem +2

    Great video, hope your foot heals fast.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      Thanks brother! My heavy bag and mountain bike are calling my name! Lol

  • @davidgrime1752
    @davidgrime1752 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I will be doing the same as you regarding, using locals as much as possible….

  • @joyceslipper9735
    @joyceslipper9735 Před rokem +1

    One other piece of furniture for your Living Room would be adding a Console TaBle.

  • @gracecabingas913
    @gracecabingas913 Před rokem +1

    👏 👏 👏

  • @FranksPH
    @FranksPH Před rokem +1

    You are so spot on with the quality, money and speed of getting done, any way of passing along this families contact info? Thanks, Frank from Schaumburg Illinois, also glad you are feeling better. Be safe.. 👍👍

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      Thank you very much and such a big difference in quality. Specially compared to something pulled from a box. Let me talk with him on that. He has plenty of work left here but who knows what the future holds.

    • @FranksPH
      @FranksPH Před rokem +1

      @@ItsMe_Philippines Thanks Cory, but I'm thinking about some people I know out there, near Duma..

  • @joannemomoa7793
    @joannemomoa7793 Před 11 měsíci +1

    It's a beautiful table

  • @NN-gx9ro
    @NN-gx9ro Před rokem +1

    That's a very good way to help uplift people in the community, thank you for what you do.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +1

      No need to thank me. I’m the one that’s blessed for being welcomed here.

  • @paultoews916
    @paultoews916 Před rokem +1

    I love supporting local 😊

  • @dwendt44
    @dwendt44 Před rokem +1

    Any possibility of satellite TV. I've lived in Texas with 2 tv stations unless you got satellite.

  • @Cons2911
    @Cons2911 Před rokem +1

    8 bucks, the hell, a movie ticket is more expensive than that

  • @seandoe4402
    @seandoe4402 Před rokem +1

    top to bottom, right to left. Game of Thrones, Sopranos, House, Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, NCIS, Narnia, Kill Bill 1& 2, 28 Days & Weeks later, Indiana Jones(?) Kick Ass 1 & 2, Bourne 1-3, Ong Bak 1-3, Taken 1-3, AvP and Star Wars maybe as far as I can tell. Hope the foot gets better brother! sounds like a story.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +1

      Hahahaha best comment I’ve gotten! Thanks brother and I’ll confirm your list later lol. Foot is getting better slowly. Now that I think about it I forgot to show the DVD rack and I had him make that too!

  • @Dungeonhammer
    @Dungeonhammer Před rokem +1

    What general area are you located in the Philippines? Just wondering if it is near where my wife lives. Would love to get some similar tables/side-tables made.

  • @adamantium2012
    @adamantium2012 Před rokem

    Any time I have a realistic choice between buying from a corporation vs a local business, I choose the local business every single time.

  • @grantthomas9027
    @grantthomas9027 Před rokem +1

    So how’s the solar worked out you got a month or two bills yet?

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      Good, I will be doing the update on the song is this week actually.

  • @DennisSleeswijk
    @DennisSleeswijk Před rokem +2

    It is admirable you want to buy local to keep the money flow local where the local families benefit. But this time I’m going to provoke a thought just for the sake of it. Because we may not be as admirable as we like to think we are. I’m guilty as well.
    Let’s say the table is sold by big chain for 80 USD and the local builds it for 8 USD, an equivalent of the amount of hours he worked on and giving himself an hourly rate most Filipinos earn. That’s where things go wrong really. They are calculating themselves poor due to poor basic economic insights. And we happily say yes to that, thinking we are helping them with work.
    Thing is, these Filipinos are not on our payroll. So when we don’t have anything for them next day, the Filipino earns nothing unless someone else requires there service. A risk that any other Filipino who is on a payroll has no concerns about. That’s a concern his boss will be dealing with.
    If that Filipino is charging 8 USD because he spend 8 hours working for 1 USD per hour, we should not exploit him but correct him voluntarily that he should charge more so that he can actually earn. To not go into debt when he has a day or two without clients. To save up and expand. To be able to replace his equipment whenever needed.
    Giving a guy the materials to work with and pay him for the hours he has been working on, is still not enough and not so admirable as it looks like. If they don’t ask more, then let us actually be a good person and teach them why they should charge more and not spend it all at once.
    Sure, it’s easy for us to say yes, deal. And be happy about the cheaper price. In my opinion he should have charged atleast 1500 pesos per 8 hours working day. That’s apx 27 USD. I would tell him he should keep 1.000 peso aside for the day he has no work or whenever he needs to replace working equipments/tools. Still not 80 USD to a big chain but actually helping someone who is not calculating himself poor.

  • @heaven4Now26
    @heaven4Now26 Před rokem +1

    cool

  • @edgardeguzman2773
    @edgardeguzman2773 Před rokem +1

    Nice. Btw, do you speak local language now?

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      I’m still learning but know all the basics. Speaking it in some of my other videos

  • @ronzander7648
    @ronzander7648 Před 4 měsíci +1

    That dog is stinkin' cute. What's the spelling on your wife's name? Raquel? or Rachel?

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před 4 měsíci

      That’s a great question and it’s never been asked before. Her legal spelling is technically Rachel. However, they pronounce it Raquel over here. So back in the states, everyone would see her ID and just call Rachel and she would giggle and go with it.

    • @ronzander7648
      @ronzander7648 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@ItsMe_PhilippinesThanks for explaining. So for writing I'll keep using Rachel but if we ever meet I'll know to speak it as Raquel 🙂

  • @moondustgirl2132
    @moondustgirl2132 Před rokem +1

    Glad to see you loving your life here Cory :)
    I just saw a vlog yesterday about expats living in and leaving PH. I didn't really watch the vlog anymore but got to reading the comments. Sadly, there were a lot of comments there from those who lived here but didn't work out for them that were very hurtful to read. And i'd say very tasteless too. First of all, nobody asked them to live here. It was their own choice. Why have to badmouth our people and culture just because they didn't like it? There's one in particular who keeps replying to others' comments saying so many bad stuff about us, blaming us for ruining his life and even criticizing our physical appearance. That guy def. needs some therapy. I'm sure he'll end up hating any country he lives in even though he's saying so and so country is better than PH.
    I mean if they don't like it here, fine. Just leave. No need to criticize and bad-mouth the country and people as if their country and people are perfect. And what they don't seem to be aware of is that they themselves are exhibiting bad behavior by incessantly badmouthing PH just because it didn't meet their expectations. Like it's the country that has to adopt to them and not the other way around. Crazy.
    Anyway, i'm sure this is just a small percentage. Coz i've also seen a number of expats like you who are happy that they moved here.
    Thanks again for promoting our country :)

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      I don’t know what blogger you’re talking about but it sounds interesting. A negative attitude can follow you anywhere.

  • @victormina7438
    @victormina7438 Před rokem +1

    SUPPORT LOCALS

  • @josephperalta3096
    @josephperalta3096 Před rokem

    Morning Cory! Just wanted to ask you a question about taxes. Im moving to the Phillipines early next year! How much money can you make without being taxed in the U.S? Sorry I know it has nothing to do with the Video. Thanks Sir

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      That’s a little tricky because the answer is yes and no. I am able to deduct quite a bit for expenses so it would limit my taxes. Your situation may be different however.

  • @karlenzmann1917
    @karlenzmann1917 Před rokem +2

    I always try and buy locally here in California as much as possible. I have also paid extra to buy American products, instead of the junk they make in China.
    Not that it’s any of my business, but you are doing things right there 👍

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      Thank you and agreed on the “junk” that gets imported.

    • @Cons2911
      @Cons2911 Před rokem +1

      I’m not even American but given a choice I also buy those that are from us. Like my bell helmet, not sure where it’s made but company is US so that’s good

  • @brianadamson6607
    @brianadamson6607 Před rokem +2

    I’m with you on this subject , use local people as much as you can . It helps your community prosper rather than filling big corporate coffers 👍

  • @Gunnicool007
    @Gunnicool007 Před rokem

    But did you pay him $15?

  • @michaeloherlihy2418
    @michaeloherlihy2418 Před rokem +2

    You should give him P1,250

    • @DennisSleeswijk
      @DennisSleeswijk Před rokem

      Indeed, they aren’t on a payroll. They have tools and equipment that will need to be replaced at some point. They also have to cover the missed income if they are momentarily out of work. They carry their risk themselves. Those Filipinos calculate themselves poor and we neglect to correct them and teach them why their hourly rate should be higher then any other Filipino working on a payroll.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      @@DennisSleeswijk he is on patrol for a weekly income. All tools and equipment are supplied by me and I am replacing them when he needs something. He’s only 22 and went to school for welding and just lacks experience. Reason why I keep him busy with just welding when I can. He has also been given two raises in the last four months since I’ve been here. Thank you for watching

  • @Fuk_Zat_Tek
    @Fuk_Zat_Tek Před rokem

    299 $ !!! what a rape !!!
    I've been welding for years , this is simple job , even in a developed country it should not cost more than 50 to 70 $ MAXIMUM

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +1

      That's what it sells for on their website lol

    • @Fuk_Zat_Tek
      @Fuk_Zat_Tek Před rokem

      @@ItsMe_Philippines I saw ... litteraly robbery, it's a shame.

  • @aurelio-reymilaorcabal9669

    Employing, hiring locals helps them, puts food on their table, it also is very environmentally correct, think about the gas that was saved if it had to come from some other island or China, just this morning I was watching GMA News ,the farmers are complaining about the rice prices,it costs them more to than the price in the grocery store. Farmers there are selling their farms.The same happened 8-10 years ago in Ontario Canada,Peach fruit farms and canning companies closed because they could not with canned peaches from Georgia.Hope your foot is well now.

  • @stateofmind4341
    @stateofmind4341 Před rokem +4

    Furniture here is really flimsy imo. That's a forever table and cool looking. I'm trying to teach my girls family that the mall is not the best value for your money. I try my best to support the locals too.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      We both know it’s for sale at the mall been marked up five times everyone’s getting a piece of the prophet. Except for the person that put their sweat into building it.

  • @JohnnyLawrence293
    @JohnnyLawrence293 Před rokem +1

    i know you two love each other and all, but aren't you worried about the future? if she kicked you to the curb, it's no longer your house. quite the investment.

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem

      No, not at all. I’m not sure why people in their head would assume that it’s hers. Property is leased in my name.

    • @JohnnyLawrence293
      @JohnnyLawrence293 Před rokem

      @@ItsMe_Philippines I assumed you purchased the land and it's in her name. it's still a big investment to build something on someone else's land. this prospect would deter me from anything other than renting in the Philippines

  • @lucynuzzello7154
    @lucynuzzello7154 Před rokem

    You saved $600 so why not give him at least $50 . I don't understand Americans paying slave labor because you can . Don't you believe in your heart the man should get paid more .

    • @ItsMe_Philippines
      @ItsMe_Philippines  Před rokem +1

      “Slave labor” is forced labor and he is extremely happy with his job and consistent pay coming in. He has also received three raises in the last four months. Last thing, he also makes more than double the rest of the local workers and he knows that. Thank you for watching

    • @ppgfreak17
      @ppgfreak17 Před rokem

      Slave labor? You are clearly not aware of the meaning and you sound ignorant on the subject.
      I pay my workers $18 per week and it sounds like he’s paying three or four times that. You might want to understand the average pay over here prior to commenting and looking stupid again.