You two are genuine people. The love, commitment and family values that you show attract like-minded people. Thank you for being examples of those things when the world is in such desperate need of them.
Hi Maries and John 😊 Thanks for being so generous and open about the cost of living there. Much respect to you for always tweaking and improving your apt. Happy mind = happy life. ❤
John and Mareis, very interesting budget. Also, very interesting that subscribers are living there. Me, soon turning age 61. I am a widower. I entertain the thought of retirement there or long term stay in a peaceful place there. Thank you so much. GOD Speed in the Philippines 🇵🇭.
While the monthly expenditure is interesting. It is a personal thing. Their are only two of us, living in Valencia. Our expenses would be about 1/8 to a 1/6 of yours. Our rent is Php15,000 and as we don’t need the air con our power would be a lot lower. We may see you at the Valencia markets this coming Sunday. Enjoy your weekend. Kiwi
I’ve stayed at Marpas after seeing REEKAY and your videos. Been with two separate girlfriends before the pandemic. Did meet parents and siblings on Bohol.
Traveling to the Philippines in an attempt to better get a feel of actual cost in a particular area or areas of the Philippines one is considering settling down in can get costly. However, it is a necessary cost as it allows one to run the numbers as if he or the family were living there mentality rather than on vacation. And with each visit you get more of a kind of a gauge as to if you are ready for the move, or perhaps need more time in the West to better prepare financially speaking.
Hi John and Mareis. It’s been a while since I watched your vlogs. Your kids are growing so fast. Hugs to them 🤗 We’re in Bohol right now. We arrived from Cebu then Bohol. It’s a nice place though. Late this night going back in Pampanga. Regards ❤
I love watching you guys videos…. Btw those fresh fish, I’m assuming it’s wild caught from seas… have you ever thought of metal consumption of the fish??? Just a thought to consider 😊omega 3 is to go for health!!!!
Hi Mareis and John! Been watching you guys for how many years now, always a silent viewer. I always enjoy the cooking part of your channel😃 Just a question about your apartment, we thought the one bedroom is the $30/ a month, you have a two bedrood….? Maybe we would like to check out Marpas in the future.😊 Thanks!
Hello ., my husband and I will be retiring in December and will be building a home where you guys are.. the lot is in Sagbang Valencia .. hope to see you in Valencia Sunday Market 😊 Do you suggest to buy a car for transport?
Hi John & Mareis. I've been a subscriber for a while and so very much enjoy your videos. I hope sometime, somewhere I am able to visit the Philippines. John, those colorful shirts, you order them online or purchase them there? God bless you and family.
What a coincidence, i watched your $1000 monthly budget from more than 5 years ago, but you have it locked, for no one to comment on it, and then i come to this one from last month, and i see that, little has changed in regards to the one you did 5 year ago, she's right, if you are not a womanizer and a weekend drinker, you can certainly live with $1000 a month, as a single person, and don't forget at least $20,000 in emergency savings just in case, something stupid happens, while residing there!!
Your monthly expenses would be more helpful if they were complete. What about transportation expenses, education expenses, entertainment expenses, eating out, and food. I know some of these are variable depending on one's lifestyle but it would still be useful information to be included along with a brief description of how you spend your money on those expenses. Also, do you still have an on-call maid? What is that cost? What are the costs of all the improvements you keep doing to your apartment?
Hi mkelly, we do still have an on call maid and an on call manicurist for the girls to get their nails done as needed. I have addressed the costs for the Lanai improvements in a past wrap up video on that subject; Total costs to date are now P 233,000 / $4,236. But to be honest with you we just don't have the patience to detail all the minutia expenses you're referring to which vary so much with the individuals habits and family size and other variables. Thanks for your comment. J&M
Our family size and make up is similar to yours (wife and I, 9 year old daughter and 1 year old son). Was hoping to get a better feel for our expenses when we move there next summer.
@@mkellylive Not trying to tell you what to do. However, in order for you to really get that "feel for expenses" you seek will require you to perhaps spend 3 to 6 months actually living in the Philippines. I say that because you cannot really nail down a monthly cost average for your individual family's needs through online resources. Hope things work out for you with your move next summer...cheers 🍻🍻
@@KrayPurn if i Iive there for 3 to 6 months I dare say I will have more than a feel for my monthly expenses; by then I will know what they are. Waiting to live there first hardly does anything to help one's decision making before making the move.
Heyyyy hello guys !!! It’s been a long time that I didn’t hear from you all . Now you have grown up children… I remember the last time I saw your last video was , you had miscarriage. Glad to hear from u .. ❤
Hello May, you may be thinking of another Vlogger who actually lives in Bohol. We don't live there, we actually live in Valencia next to Dumaguete on Negros Oriental. Never have had a miscarriage, all good here...
You two are genuine people. The love, commitment and family values that you show attract like-minded people. Thank you for being examples of those things when the world is in such desperate need of them.
Thank you so much 😊 so nice of you ❤
I enjoy hearing the happy squeals of the children. Mine are grown and gone and I miss them terribly. Give them extra hugs!!!
Hi Maries and John 😊
Thanks for being so generous and open about the cost of living there.
Much respect to you for always tweaking and improving your apt.
Happy mind = happy life. ❤
Wow that is Great you are able to save like that. most important is being happy and relax. Thank you for the up date stay safe 🙏 and stay healthy💪
For visa you could pay the PRA for a non expiring SRRV visa. SRRV has indefinite expiration.
Glad to see the little ones growing up so fast
John and Mareis, very interesting budget. Also, very interesting that subscribers are living there. Me, soon turning age 61. I am a widower. I entertain the thought of retirement there or long term stay in a peaceful place there. Thank you so much. GOD Speed in the Philippines 🇵🇭.
So wish you would have more videos. Miss ya.
Kids will be kids - but they grow up so quickly. Enjoy. Thank you guys.
great video as always, look forwards to seeing the next one🙂
Hi John & Maries enjoyed watching you videos. Keep it up.
May God bless both & family.
From USA
Don't mind the children. They are a blessing from God.
Have fun you all 🎉🎉
Thank you for sharing your cost of living information. Best regards 😊
Good morning guys, I’m always looking forward to seeing your next video
Thanks so much ❤️
I love your show and your two adorable kids. Thank you for let us know. ❤❤❤❤😊😊
So ice to see ya all.
Please don’t ever apologize for those sweet babies playing.💕
Love your videos am here in Valencia also
Awesome! Thank you!
Try to keep up with your videos glad you made it back to the Philippines I love it here compared to over priced California 😀
Beautiful couple.
We love you guys, next trip to the Philippines we will be there. ❤❤❤
Kids will be kids! Life is better with them in it.
wow.thats fantastic.I need to move there.
While the monthly expenditure is interesting. It is a personal thing. Their are only two of us, living in Valencia. Our expenses would be about 1/8 to a 1/6 of yours. Our rent is Php15,000 and as we don’t need the air con our power would be a lot lower. We may see you at the Valencia markets this coming Sunday. Enjoy your weekend. Kiwi
Nice video and it was grey meeting you and your family during our stay @ Marpas
Ps I think that Top Box brand was Smok or something like that
Oh yes, thanks Shawn. J&M
I’ve stayed at Marpas after seeing REEKAY and your videos. Been with two separate girlfriends before the pandemic. Did meet parents and siblings on Bohol.
Yes we know you 😊
Door change is allot better 😄
Thanks guys, we think so too!
Traveling to the Philippines in an attempt to better get a feel of actual cost in a particular area or areas of the Philippines one is considering settling down in can get costly. However, it is a necessary cost as it allows one to run the numbers as if he or the family were living there mentality rather than on vacation. And with each visit you get more of a kind of a gauge as to if you are ready for the move, or perhaps need more time in the West to better prepare financially speaking.
Hi John and Mareis. It’s been a while since I watched your vlogs. Your kids are growing so fast. Hugs to them 🤗 We’re in Bohol right now. We arrived from Cebu then Bohol. It’s a nice place though. Late this night going back in Pampanga. Regards ❤
Thanks so much ❤️
I love watching you guys videos…. Btw those fresh fish, I’m assuming it’s wild caught from seas… have you ever thought of metal consumption of the fish??? Just a thought to consider 😊omega 3 is to go for health!!!!
I've seen that place and was wondering about it. Saw it on our way to Forest Camp. Nice area. That area gives me the vibe of Big Bear,CA.
Hi Mareis and John!
Been watching you guys for how many years now, always a silent viewer. I always enjoy the cooking part of your channel😃
Just a question about your apartment, we thought the one bedroom is the $30/ a month, you have a two bedrood….?
Maybe we would like to check out Marpas in the future.😊 Thanks!
Thank you so much.
Marpas Rates;
30k for long-term ( 2 months minimum)
40k monthly all inclusive
For short term:
2k daily 1 bedroom 2 pax
3k daily 2 bedrooms 3pax
12k weekly 1 bedroom
18k weekly 2 bedrooms
40k monthly 1 bedroom
43k monthly 2 bedrooms
Eating well makes a difference
Hello ., my husband and I will be retiring in December and will be building a home where you guys are.. the lot is in Sagbang Valencia .. hope to see you in Valencia Sunday Market 😊 Do you suggest to buy a car for transport?
Possibly, especially if you know for certain you will be building a home soon. We are now looking to purchasing a new car because of our family needs.
Excellent weight management. Do you do intermittent fasting?
Yes I do and I really like it. Thanks
Hi John & Mareis. I've been a subscriber for a while and so very much enjoy your videos. I hope sometime, somewhere I am able
to visit the Philippines. John, those colorful shirts, you order them online or purchase them there? God bless you and family.
My wife orders my shirts from Shoppe online in the Philippines. Very reasonable and good fit. 😊
Thank you very much,
Who did you contract for the work on the doors?
Jay Marketing in Dumaguete
No more mosquitos. ? What about the tiny ants? Do you have numerous tiny ants?
What a coincidence, i watched your $1000 monthly budget from more than 5 years ago, but you have it locked, for no one to comment on it, and then i come to this one from last month, and i see that, little has changed in regards to the one you did 5 year ago, she's right, if you are not a womanizer and a weekend drinker, you can certainly live with $1000 a month, as a single person, and don't forget at least $20,000 in emergency savings just in case, something stupid happens, while residing there!!
Your monthly expenses would be more helpful if they were complete. What about transportation expenses, education expenses, entertainment expenses, eating out, and food. I know some of these are variable depending on one's lifestyle but it would still be useful information to be included along with a brief description of how you spend your money on those expenses. Also, do you still have an on-call maid? What is that cost? What are the costs of all the improvements you keep doing to your apartment?
Hi mkelly, we do still have an on call maid and an on call manicurist for the girls to get their nails done as needed. I have addressed the costs for the Lanai improvements in a past wrap up video on that subject; Total costs to date are now P 233,000 / $4,236. But to be honest with you we just don't have the patience to detail all the minutia expenses you're referring to which vary so much with the individuals habits and family size and other variables. Thanks for your comment. J&M
Our family size and make up is similar to yours (wife and I, 9 year old daughter and 1 year old son). Was hoping to get a better feel for our expenses when we move there next summer.
@@mkellylive Not trying to tell you what to do. However, in order for you to really get that "feel for expenses" you seek will require you to perhaps spend 3 to 6 months actually living in the Philippines. I say that because you cannot really nail down a monthly cost average for your individual family's needs through online resources. Hope things work out for you with your move next summer...cheers 🍻🍻
@@KrayPurn if i Iive there for 3 to 6 months I dare say I will have more than a feel for my monthly expenses; by then I will know what they are. Waiting to live there first hardly does anything to help one's decision making before making the move.
I get 1,064 dollars per month for disability.. would that be enouth to survey there where you live
Possibly if you're single but you should have savings just incase.
Heyyyy hello guys !!! It’s been a long time that I didn’t hear from you all . Now you have grown up children… I remember the last time I saw your last video was , you had miscarriage. Glad to hear from u .. ❤
Hello May, you may be thinking of another Vlogger who actually lives in Bohol. We don't live there, we actually live in Valencia next to Dumaguete on Negros Oriental. Never have had a miscarriage, all good here...
@@TurquoiseSunsets ohhh so sorry . You could be right . God bless you and your family
Why dont you buy a washing machine one time payment?
It's true but the laundry service is good here and reasonable, It's a convenience for now. Some residence do have their own machines.
Laundry 1450 is not 12 dollars
Oops wrong typo 🧐
We'll repost the correction in the description.