You guys have a nice layback life there. The weather is nice…but here in Ventura,California is freezing cold weather, it’s 35-45degrees. There’s a lots of rain and even snowed in the mountains specially towards Northern and towards Las Vegas. The monthly expenses there aren’t bad at all. God bless your journey there.🇺🇸😍
Very grateful for your expenses report. It really helps many of us who have contemplated on living in the Philippines 🇵🇭. Thank you so much. GOD SPEED EVERYONE.
@@TurquoiseSunsets I had always had Hollywood aspirations, but I didn't have the courage to make the move to L A. You lived the life I could only dream of. 😊
@@jimoncken6936 It was a lot of fun and interesting times for sure but the glamor took its toll. I did enjoy being in the mix but eventually decided to retire early just to put an end to being in Hollywood / Los Angeles, not a nice place anymore it seems to me.. J
There is no discrediting your budget. I lived in the Philippines in the heart of Cebu City, and I seldom spent over $1,000.00 per month...while absolutely enjoying the hell out of myself. I had a fantastic new 2-bedroom, 1 bath apartment, and my own motorbike with travel box. I loved exploring around. A single man can have a great life there on less than $1,500.00 monthly. Be selective as to who you allow in your home. Maintain reliable medical insurance and savings.
Love watching you guys. Briana and Bryson are growing so fast. Still remember when Mareis was still pregnant just a short while ago. So happy for guys. I’m curious, does Briana understand or speak Tagalog? Will she be attending school over there or will she be home schooled? Take care and be safe there. 🙏🏼❤️
Soo true,living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 more comfortable 🥰. Few years I want to tired and go back to Philippines 🇵🇭 ♥️♥️♥️.always keep safe and healthy 💪. Here’s watching OFW Kuwait 🌼🌼🌼
Great video , how much insurance a month health and motorbike insurance there ? Your doing great healthy and happy growth spurt in kids thanks for update and informative on life there.
I was at that market last Sunday and its very well attended. Very nice place to live. I’m back in the States after a 15 day visit to Dumaguete. I got back to snow storms and 32F Degree temps. A couple more years of work to go and then I’ll be back for good
Just a FYI, I was viewing another video from folks in Valencia, and John, YOU were caught on their outing to the market on a Sunday morning! "Today with Baby Mae". Video called Your Market Day Valencia Plaza With My Husband In the Philippines". ( Old dog Paul). Think I have seen a video with Bud Brown that you shared, (not a great fan). But do enjoy Paul's informational videos. Understand there are quite a few expats where you are at, would you happen to be familiar with this one? 2:15-2:19 min frame
We built our house ( paid cash ) before we came here. When we were running our AC our electric bill was ,$80 to $100 per month. The last 2 months without AC electric was only $30 to $35. We can live on $400 per month comfortably. No rent and no children and I eat anything that don't bite me back. ,,😀
What can i say the sunday sausage and the frezh cooked meal make anybody jelous, the budget you guys keep it real, i enjoy your videos know double, we travel together from Filipeen and back.
Thank you for sharing your monthly expenses. We’re near retirement and considering 🇵🇭 as well -can we be neighbors?😊I’ll babysit. Sending your beautiful family love ❤️.
Hey guys my first time we saw your channel we enjoyed one tip, i know its not the usa or Philippines style for french fries but keep the skin on, i did introduce this to the family of my Philippine girlfriend and now everyone likes it
Good video I am still in usa and I pay rent on a house in the Panabo area that my filipino girl boys live in. it costs me 4000 peso a month. the boys pay for the utiliies and food. i will be there this november for good
It was just a dream to be back here in Bacolod City sis little alone living here now .. I'm happy here too .I'm so happy to see you guys back in Duma .❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
A small studio for a frugal single old man (73) content by myself with a $1500 total income might be able to live OK in the less expensive places over there ? Health Insurance is expensive for old people - likely $250 - $300 / month ? Visa costs too will likely bring that down to maybe $1100 for all else. --- Might that be doable ? > Thank you for the info.
Greetings and thanks for the video. Question what internet and cable service do you use very low cost. We have PLDT fiber and cost 3,000 peso per month we don't have cable. Thanks enjoy your day.
The bottom line is you have to have enough money to live here in the Philippines to have the lifestyle you want to live, plus money in a bank account to cover any emergencies cost you may face. Going to the Hospital or having to fly back to your home country. Because it's not if you have an emergency here, but when you have an emergency here.
I was paying $748/month just for my hoa's in Palm Springs, living on a golf course! Plus Indian land lease another $100 as we didn't even own the ground it was built.
How about medical insurance? Did you purchase one? If so, does it cover 100%. Were you able to use your US health care there in the Philippines if you have one.
Yes, but don't know how much it was because the dealership paid it for one year plus they took care of all the registration paper work. Insurance in the RP is very cheap compared to the states and I know because my Tuk Tuk was very very reasonable.
Whole dairy milk is available and it very ez to make your own, just go on RUclips and search it. I've watched the video and it excellent and very easy.
Thank you guys for an expense report. It really helped to answer our questions about how much it will cost us to live there when I retire in a few years, Lord willing. If Biden and company don't wreck Social Security we will have a lot of disposable income. But, if not it sounds like we will still be fine. $1600 per month or so is awesome.
Here we go, another "schmuck" attempting to bring his American political views over to the Philippines. The last thing we need is that crap!!! Americans, whether Republican or Democrat are settling in the Philippines, and Southeast in general to get away from that ignorant thinking!!! Better you stay there. I say that because you will NOT do well in the Philippines with that attitude. Live and Let Live!!!
@@davidmann2524 I'll just leave what amounted to a 35 second Google search right here so that you can educate yourself. You really need to stop falling for the lies that you see that come from the left. I don't say this to be mean or hurtful, I say this to help you. Americans as a majority have awakened to the lies and deception that most of the media has been shoveling our way. We have rejected the wagon load and are beginning to vote accordingly. You have yourself a great day sir! “Note to President Biden, Sen. Schumer and Sen. McConnell - As you know, this was never intended to apply to Social Security, Medicare, or the U.S. Navy,” Scott states in bolded language, addressing Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.). I have never supported cutting Social Security or Medicare, ever. To say otherwise is a disingenuous Democrat lie from a very confused president. And [McConnell] is also well aware of that. It’s shallow gotcha politics, which is what Washington does,” Scott wrote.
@@CattywampusOverland so we are supposed to believe the dude that engaged in the largest Medicare/Medicaid fraud in history at his word? That Rick Scott? Dude literally came out with a plan on it. DeSantis is on record saying he’d consider it. Those are just from my state! Countless other examples of Republicans on record about it. Just give one example of a dem doing that (like you originally asserted). Democracy is an illusion so I don’t vote or align myself with any party as we’ve been run by our corporate betters since the mid 90s.
Our large eggs are 10 cents an egg----at our big box store in SW Florida. I like the bigger extra-large-----and they are 11.3 cents an egg----for a carton of 18. I paid 2.04 just now. I know things over there seem cheap to you----with American dollars. But I feel sorry for the Filipinas that make only about 400 a month, compared to us in the US that can make 4000 a month. How do they make it? .
Aloha Guys, We live here in Dauin & you mentioned a place to buy milk? We haven’t found a decent milk here. Where did you find it? Gotta get together & have a Tanduay toast to the Philippines.
Today I purchased 3 liters of whole milk at the grocery store on the first floor at the Robinson Mall. Get some tomorrow before its gone. Doesn't ever last long. Usually only available 3 days a week. Also same is true in the Hypermart nearby.
@@TurquoiseSunsets We saw it a couple days ago but passed on it. I thought it said something on the container, like you should drink it within 24 hours of opening it. I’ll have to give it a shot next time. Mahalo!
I like low impact vigorous swimming to get my heart rate up. I try fitness and nutrition by Drs Eric Berg and Michael Mosley. Nil sugars / fruits; few carbohydrates. Proteins: quality eggs, salmon & sardines, grass feed beef; large variety volumes of vegetables. & etc.
My husband wants to retire there in 2 years. Is it safe to deposit in the banks there? because I heard that money is missing from the bank there. do you bank there? Or just have wired money every month for your expenses ? It’s one of my concerns. I would appreciate a feedback 😊
money missing from the bank? that's new lol, all i know is me/we get paid here in ph but our salary is in dollars and there is a transfer fee of 20$ monthly thats all, nothing to be afraid transactions are transparent. if you are a filipina then no worries you can have a local bank account not a USD account,
Honestly the banking in the USA is of grave concern to us, better to own almost any other currency we feel. More banks should be failing in the USA soon just like in San Francisco on Friday.
So, so much less than we are dealing with here! Just gonna say it, with a car, ( don't know how traffic is where you are at), but would think a scooter/tuk-tuk would be better to
Get around with. Also, my wife would like to know how far in minutes it is to dumaguete city from where you are living at marapas? ( Her name is MaryAnn, she is from Leyte/ Angeles city)
I came to the US in my 30s and started working in 2004. Maybe I would not be getting much on social pension when I retire. But I have a home in PH that could save me a lot on rental monthly when I retire someday. I have 401k and stocks investments. This is my 4th year in stocks trading in the US and Philippine market.
So you moved tonphilippines to become a potato peeler? Haha. True about neighbors not being friendly, Everyone is so busy trying to pay bills or get rich here. My wife is from bacolod we have a home Silay. Will be coming back in a few months hope to venture out and meet some U.S. citizens on negros Island.
Hi Reekay, A year and a half ago I got covid and took about 4 weeks to recover naturally with nutrients, bedrest and 6 day fasting period. That's when I lost the weight; 38 lbs. Kept it off ever since and I do feel much better being skinny rather than chubby. I count my covid recovery experience a blessing even though it was dreadful. But now I have natural immunity without vaccinations or side effects. I have been vax free for over 45 years now. Take care, we still check in on your vids once in a while.
We enjoy your common sense very much. Beautiful smiles and without a doubt can see your more relaxed demeanor.
God bless your family!!
You guys have a nice layback life there. The weather is nice…but here in Ventura,California is freezing cold weather, it’s 35-45degrees. There’s a lots of rain and even snowed in the mountains specially towards Northern and towards Las Vegas. The monthly expenses there aren’t bad at all. God bless your journey there.🇺🇸😍
First time viewer. Ya got me. You're a blessed man, John! What a lovely family. I just had to subscribe.
Wow thanks so much…welcome to our channel ❤️🙏
Very grateful for your expenses report. It really helps many of us who have contemplated on living in the Philippines 🇵🇭. Thank you so much. GOD SPEED EVERYONE.
Your showbiz experience really shows. Your a great videographer!
Thanks so much Jim, my career spanned 33 year in Hollywood, and a pension, hopefully I learn something... Thanks so much for your comment. John
@@TurquoiseSunsets I had always had Hollywood aspirations, but I didn't have the courage to make the move to L A. You lived the life I could only dream of. 😊
@@jimoncken6936 It was a lot of fun and interesting times for sure but the glamor took its toll. I did enjoy being in the mix but eventually decided to retire early just to put an end to being in Hollywood / Los Angeles, not a nice place anymore it seems to me.. J
You are taking care of your family God Bless you all🙏🙏🙏🙏
You welcome John and wife 🎉🎉I am glad you guys happy !!!
Like your channel, and the way you are very happy there!😊
You guys are great.
There is no discrediting your budget. I lived in the Philippines in the heart of Cebu City, and I seldom spent over $1,000.00 per month...while absolutely enjoying the hell out of myself. I had a fantastic new 2-bedroom, 1 bath apartment, and my own motorbike with travel box. I loved exploring around. A single man can have a great life there on less than $1,500.00 monthly. Be selective as to who you allow in your home. Maintain reliable medical insurance and savings.
Love watching you guys. Briana and Bryson are growing so fast. Still remember when Mareis was still pregnant just a short while ago. So happy for guys. I’m curious, does Briana understand or speak Tagalog? Will she be attending school over there or will she be home schooled? Take care and be safe there. 🙏🏼❤️
She understand and speak a little bit Filipino language and still learning.
Another great video sometime in the next few years I would like to get down that way and look around
Love ya guys! 🌺
Convenient having that Marpas on-site laundry service.
Last time I watched your RUclips you back to Florida I was in Florida too I'm retired in Bohol how is your kid😊
Soo true,living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 more comfortable 🥰. Few years I want to tired and go back to Philippines 🇵🇭 ♥️♥️♥️.always keep safe and healthy 💪. Here’s watching OFW Kuwait 🌼🌼🌼
God Bless you guys ❤🙏🙏🙏
Good day John, Mareis & the Kids. We sa w you at Hyppermart last week. We always follow your vlog.❤
Yes. Bug spray. I recall many very small ants at Marpas. In MDE there are few insects
Great video , how much insurance a month health and motorbike insurance there ? Your doing great healthy and happy growth spurt in kids thanks for update and informative on life there.
I was at that market last Sunday and its very well attended. Very nice place to live. I’m back in the States after a 15 day visit to Dumaguete. I got back to snow storms and 32F Degree temps. A couple more years of work to go and then I’ll be back for good
Just a FYI, I was viewing another video from folks in Valencia, and John, YOU were caught on their outing to the market on a Sunday morning! "Today with Baby Mae". Video called Your Market Day Valencia Plaza With My Husband In the Philippines". ( Old dog Paul). Think I have seen a video with Bud Brown that you shared, (not a great fan). But do enjoy Paul's informational videos. Understand there are quite a few expats where you are at, would you happen to be familiar with this one? 2:15-2:19 min frame
Tour, not your
@@brucehudson2096 Thanks Bruce, I did see that and no worries. Thanks, kind of funny... J
The fries look Great 👍
Good for you guys, couldn't get by for that in the US!
Thanks for the info good content
Hope to see you all at the market in a few months...
That moringa soup looks really good and healthy, yum.
We built our house ( paid cash ) before we came here. When we were running our AC our electric bill was ,$80 to $100 per month. The last 2 months without AC electric was only $30 to $35. We can live on $400 per month comfortably. No rent and no children and I eat anything that don't bite me back. ,,😀
My cost of living is similar in Medellin, Colombia.
What can i say the sunday sausage and the frezh cooked meal make anybody jelous, the budget you guys keep it real, i enjoy your videos know double, we travel together from Filipeen and back.
lovely - bon apetit - greetings from las vegas
Thank you for sharing your monthly expenses. We’re near retirement and considering 🇵🇭 as well -can we be neighbors?😊I’ll babysit. Sending your beautiful family love ❤️.
Hey guys my first time we saw your channel we enjoyed one tip, i know its not the usa or Philippines style for french fries but keep the skin on, i did introduce this to the family of my Philippine girlfriend and now everyone likes it
I do like some skin on for texture and flavor.
Good video I am still in usa and I pay rent on a house in the Panabo area that my filipino girl boys live in. it costs me 4000 peso a month. the boys pay for the utiliies and food. i will be there this november for good
You must be a proud dad,
Hello john & mareiz always watching your vedios,.follower from kabacan,north cotabato
Thanks so much Jean!
That rent is extortionate for 2 bedrooms!
Ang ganda nman dyan.
Dali deri hehe suroy pod ba 😊
It was just a dream to be back here in Bacolod City sis little alone living here now .. I'm happy here too .I'm so happy to see you guys back in Duma .❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
A small studio for a frugal single old man (73) content by myself with a $1500 total income might be able to live OK in the less expensive places over there ? Health Insurance is expensive for old people - likely $250 - $300 / month ? Visa costs too will likely bring that down to maybe $1100 for all else. --- Might that be doable ? > Thank you for the info.
Greetings and thanks for the video. Question what internet and cable service do you use very low cost. We have PLDT fiber and cost 3,000 peso per month we don't have cable. Thanks enjoy your day.
The bottom line is you have to have enough money to live here in the Philippines to have the lifestyle you want to live, plus money in a bank account to cover any emergencies cost you may face.
Going to the Hospital or having to fly back to your home country.
Because it's not if you have an emergency here, but when you have an emergency here.
Yes very true...
I was paying $748/month just for my hoa's in Palm Springs, living on a golf course! Plus Indian land lease another $100 as we didn't even own the ground it was built.
She is very beautiful.
Yummy looking dinner fortunately I love food in the Philippines
Oh wow...my military monthly retired pension would be nice there, have to think about it and talk it over with the wife.
John ,l want to point out depend on the neighborhood and what state you live.
always of course but so bad these days overall..
Life is short😭just enjoy😎🤑.tfs boss🙏tca family❤️comfort🙏foods✌️❤️
How about medical insurance? Did you purchase one? If so, does it cover 100%. Were you able to use your US health care there in the Philippines if you have one.
We self insure here in the RP. The healthcare insurance is not very good and covers only 20%
@@TurquoiseSunsets your current location reminded me of Maui Hawaii. 👍
@@lynn6385 Very nice Tropical Breezes.
True example of success
A laundry question. Do they put all clothes in the dryer? Don’t they shrink? Do they iron them?
No Dryer, they do Sun drying here in the Philippines 😃
Did you pay insurance for the bike and how much?
Yes, but don't know how much it was because the dealership paid it for one year plus they took care of all the registration paper work. Insurance in the RP is very cheap compared to the states and I know because my Tuk Tuk was very very reasonable.
Your wife kept you very young,
Great video! Only one question. Is olive oil easy to get in valencia? Your lifestyle there is my goal🙂
Olive oil is another imported item, hard to find and expensive. We don't buy it here.
John, is buttermilk available there? For making cornbread.
Whole dairy milk is available and it very ez to make your own, just go on RUclips and search it. I've watched the video and it excellent and very easy.
Thank you guys for an expense report. It really helped to answer our questions about how much it will cost us to live there when I retire in a few years, Lord willing. If Biden and company don't wreck Social Security we will have a lot of disposable income. But, if not it sounds like we will still be fine. $1600 per month or so is awesome.
Here we go, another "schmuck" attempting to bring his American political views over to the Philippines. The last thing we need is that crap!!! Americans, whether Republican or Democrat are settling in the Philippines, and Southeast in general to get away from that ignorant thinking!!! Better you stay there. I say that because you will NOT do well in the Philippines with that attitude. Live and Let Live!!!
You realize it’s Republicans who want to sunset social security right? What planet do you live on?
@@davidmann2524 I'll just leave what amounted to a 35 second Google search right here so that you can educate yourself. You really need to stop falling for the lies that you see that come from the left. I don't say this to be mean or hurtful, I say this to help you. Americans as a majority have awakened to the lies and deception that most of the media has been shoveling our way. We have rejected the wagon load and are beginning to vote accordingly. You have yourself a great day sir!
“Note to President Biden, Sen. Schumer and Sen. McConnell - As you know, this was never intended to apply to Social Security, Medicare, or the U.S. Navy,” Scott states in bolded language, addressing Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.).
I have never supported cutting Social Security or Medicare, ever. To say otherwise is a disingenuous Democrat lie from a very confused president. And [McConnell] is also well aware of that. It’s shallow gotcha politics, which is what Washington does,” Scott wrote.
@@CattywampusOverland so we are supposed to believe the dude that engaged in the largest Medicare/Medicaid fraud in history at his word? That Rick Scott?
Dude literally came out with a plan on it. DeSantis is on record saying he’d consider it. Those are just from my state! Countless other examples of Republicans on record about it.
Just give one example of a dem doing that (like you originally asserted). Democracy is an illusion so I don’t vote or align myself with any party as we’ve been run by our corporate betters since the mid 90s.
@@davidmann2524 please stop falling for that stuff buddy!
Our large eggs are 10 cents an egg----at our big box store in SW Florida. I like the bigger extra-large-----and they are 11.3 cents an egg----for a carton of 18. I paid 2.04 just now. I know things over there seem cheap to you----with American dollars. But I feel sorry for the Filipinas that make only about 400 a month, compared to us in the US that can make 4000 a month. How do they make it? .
Aloha Guys,
We live here in Dauin & you mentioned a place to buy milk? We haven’t found a decent milk here. Where did you find it? Gotta get together & have a Tanduay toast to the Philippines.
Today I purchased 3 liters of whole milk at the grocery store on the first floor at the Robinson Mall. Get some tomorrow before its gone. Doesn't ever last long. Usually only available 3 days a week. Also same is true in the Hypermart nearby.
@@TurquoiseSunsets We saw it a couple days ago but passed on it. I thought it said something on the container, like you should drink it within 24 hours of opening it. I’ll have to give it a shot next time. Mahalo!
I like low impact vigorous swimming to get my heart rate up. I try fitness and nutrition by Drs Eric Berg and Michael Mosley. Nil sugars / fruits; few carbohydrates. Proteins: quality eggs, salmon & sardines, grass feed beef; large variety volumes of vegetables. & etc.
I'm looking for apartments for rent
The rent in bay area is $2,500 for 1 bedroom apartment.
I know it's all so ridiculous!
My husband wants to retire there in 2 years. Is it safe to deposit in the banks there? because I heard that money is missing from the bank there. do you bank there? Or just have wired money every month for your expenses ? It’s one of my concerns. I would appreciate a feedback 😊
money missing from the bank? that's new lol, all i know is me/we get paid here in ph but our salary is in dollars and there is a transfer fee of 20$ monthly thats all, nothing to be afraid transactions are transparent. if you are a filipina then no worries you can have a local bank account not a USD account,
Honestly the banking in the USA is of grave concern to us, better to own almost any other currency we feel. More banks should be failing in the USA soon just like in San Francisco on Friday.
Healthy food♥
My name us Maria taga Bohol ako kailangan ko ang kaibigan na galing sa us too
Hello, what's the area of your apartment unit, square meters? Thank you.
It's about 92 Square meters and Here's the link and tour of our Marpas Apartments 😊 ruclips.net/video/4sPqQCMGiDY/видео.html
So, so much less than we are dealing with here! Just gonna say it, with a car, ( don't know how traffic is where you are at), but would think a scooter/tuk-tuk would be better to
It's true and it's coming Bruce :)
Get around with. Also, my wife would like to know how far in minutes it is to dumaguete city from where you are living at marapas? ( Her name is MaryAnn, she is from Leyte/ Angeles city)
@@brucehudson2096 it's 9 kilometer's and it's 10 minutes ride...
Right now,l live in better place with nice neighborhood.
💖💖💖💖💖
Bug spray for the pesty tiny ants.
I came to the US in my 30s and started working in 2004. Maybe I would not be getting much on social pension when I retire. But I have a home in PH that could save me a lot on rental monthly when I retire someday. I have 401k and stocks investments. This is my 4th year in stocks trading in the US and Philippine market.
Congratulations on the stock market but don't lose all your $$$ :)
Where is valencia
Valencia Negros Oriental
Your futures so bright you need to wear shades.
You can ignore those people who keep telling buy a car
YOUR CABLE TOO CHEAP......HERE IN DAVAO CITY IS 1,999.99 PESOS A MONTH......
Hey Guys , People love to tell order people how to live their lives . Keep living free . 😁
do yo have an email for business inquiries?
John&mareis@gmail.com
LBC is much much slower than Amazon
Less stress here than in California
So you moved tonphilippines to become a potato peeler? Haha. True about neighbors not being friendly, Everyone is so busy trying to pay bills or get rich here. My wife is from bacolod we have a home Silay. Will be coming back in a few months hope to venture out and meet some U.S. citizens on negros Island.
Should never wear glasses in side
We're having fun :)
Omen
Ur power so cheap.. my monthly bill averages at 500
Working for the man :)
I just bought a bag of potatoes.
I am going to fry fresh fries later.
You have lost a lot of weight.
Hi Reekay, A year and a half ago I got covid and took about 4 weeks to recover naturally with nutrients, bedrest and 6 day fasting period. That's when I lost the weight; 38 lbs. Kept it off ever since and I do feel much better being skinny rather than chubby. I count my covid recovery experience a blessing even though it was dreadful. But now I have natural immunity without vaccinations or side effects. I have been vax free for over 45 years now. Take care, we still check in on your vids once in a while.