I just discovered your channel. MAN, you are TALKING TO ME. People have CHANGED in the negative way in the USA. I have lived in the USA for 51 years and at 60 years old, I am preparing my retirement back to the nation I was born, the Philippines. I want to leave the USA so badly, but I need to pay off things first and be debt free prior to fleeing. I grew up in San Francisco, escaped California because of the liberal welfare state mentality, and here now in Texas. But even in Texas, that feeling of neighborhood, that feeling of community that you see in the Philippines does not exist here. You are so right that in the Philippines, strangers will help you at once and feed you with no reservations. Man, I consider you very lucky, and I am following your path very soon. Enjoy the people in the Philippines, the friendliest in the world!
A C , Thanks for watching !!! I have many videos you might enjoy on coming here and everything I did to succeed. I made it here and am glad I came and left the Politics of the States.
@A C *"Say Whaaattt?!? Philippines Ain't That KIND Of Friendliest People On Earth ~ That's A CROCK, To The EXTREME! At Least, YOU Ought To Have The Utter Decency Plus, Subtle Integrity SPECIFYING That Kinda' FRIENDLINESS Connection From Those Filipino Folks Merely Apply Convolutedly To A MAN'S PERSPECTIVE (esp. A Man Who's Desperately Seeking A Significant Other Of Some Sort, In Attaining Companionship/Physiological Caring From A Young Female Or A Young Boy/Girl, Per Say)... That's Why FEMALE EXPATS (Good Quality Type Woman Or Median, Fully Financially Independent) Ain't Gonna Last In A •Struggling Nation Like The Philippines• ONE MINUTE LONGER! >>> U.S.A. Will Always Be LIGHT YEARS AHEAD
@@gloriousvigor9428 Google "friendliest countries" and you will see, not only I, but a lot of folks put the Philippines in the top 10. No country is perfect, and to each his own. Maybe in your world night is day, and white is black. Sad for you.
Your "reasoning" is VERY similar to why I am looking at moving in the next couple of years. It used to be that if your neighbor had yard signs supporting a candidate that you didn't that you could actually talk to them and walk away as friends. Now, there's a good likelihood the friendship is done. Totally agree with you!!
Hi Steve. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. I moved to Thailand 20 years ago. I 'married the country' and have been very happy ever since. I find people in Asia far more sensitive and responsive with respect to personal feelings. Their responsiveness enables their valued assistance. Something I rarely found back home. I do keep in close contact with my family and reletives back home, but our relationships are different. -Cheers, buddy. Keep the faith.
Thanks for sharing. I feel the same on many issues you mentioned. I retired from a city job with a pension and looking to head back to PI to live possibly 6months a year or full time. Time will tell. Stay well.
Glad you found your life there. My American wife and I are planning on moving there. I'm Philippine born but grew up in the states. We both agreed that the US is no longer an ideal place to raise a family so we're planning our move. I'm also in the military, 1 enlistment in the Marine Corps and now in the guard. Also work in accounting and the lifestyle here is wearing down on us both, especially with 2 kids. My wife got to see the Philippines (and meet my dad) on a mission trip with our church and she loved it. I really miss the simpler lifestyle and the warm hospitality. Looking forward to starting over, being w/ family, and coming "home". God bless!
Thank you for sharing. I was born in Cuba and have lived in the USA since I was two years old. I’m also a veterans retired from the U.S. Army. I too have made the same observation about politics and people insisting that one believe like them or else. When I was growing up in south Florida party affiliation mattered very little, we cared about everyone as people, neighbors, friends etc. Again thank you for your truthfulness.
I lived in Cebu City for almost a year. I had to return to the US for some family issues. I didn't even recognize the US upon returning. My point is, I felt more at home living in the Philippines then I did living in the US. I am just waiting on approval to move back. This time it will be permanent.
I think I've listed to a few of your videos over and over and this is one of them. I'm in the same boat, not running away but want to find new life in the Philippines. I got some time before I can be their permanently but watching your videos keeps me motivated. I feel with the current political environment here is pregressively getting worse. I have no debt and will keep it that way, trying to save every extra dollar I have so I can be there by age 50 - 52. Just looking for a simple quiet life there. Thank you for you're video's, it helps me out a lot.
This is the 2nd vlog of yours that I've watched. It's very evident you're speaking from the heart. You come across as a very genuine person. Keep it up!
You are right about people coming to your rescue. I was there visiting my fiance 9 years ago. I had what I thought was at the time a stroke. I collapsed and everybody helped chipped in and carried me to the hospital. Turned out to be side effects of a medication I was taking rejoice. Didn't find out till I got home though. Thanks for the video. Moving to PI as soon as I sell my house 😎
@The Philippine Info Channel - Hi Steve, first of I'm happy for you that now you've found the sort of happiness you'd been aspiring for! Your story made me glued on YT since I'm your new channel subs! I agree with you 101% that the States have changed so much in a neg way, I've lived here for many yrs and this country was not like this when I first moved here! Like you said you build your own paradise around you & it did sound you made it well! I also cldn't agree w/you any better when I heard you say 'family is not blood' absolutely right, sometimes other ppl can give you a much needed assistance compared to your own blood! I have many questions about the steps on what to do bef moving back there & how I wish I could ask you more, but sadly I don't have your email where I can comfortably ask you some tips on how & where to start, it used to be that YT had that option of sending a msg to your contacts here where it won't be public but YT got changes in the last few yrs or so! I wish I cld freely provide you with my email here but I guess not :( I got so many questions for you which I'm sure you'll be able to give me some guidance based fr your experience moving to Phil! I enjoyed watching & hearing your story esp the fact that you can live comfortably in the Phil with just a minimal amt of money compared to living standards in the US!! (I'm so glad I came across your channel today & I subscribed as well & liked). Hope to see more of your other interesting vids! Happy Holidays to you & yours! Thanks again for sharing your story with us! It was very very helpful! ♥
Been watching you a lot lately and like your honesty , that you don't dress things up, and the variety of your videos and words.. Thank you. Will definitely follow you and keep in touch as we go towards the end of 2021, as I will be coming to live in 2022. Thanks so much (UK)
Your story sounds similar to mine ....I just retired at 49 and getting ready to make my move ...not the philippines, Latin america is more my liking but your information is universal
I lived in Minglanilla Cebu in 2005 for a few months with last wife. I totally loved it. My new girl (been together for 2 years) and I are looking at coming back in 2023. I can't wait to see all the changes. I miss all the friendly people. It is like I tell everybody is I'm proud to be American but I'm ashamed of America right now. Keep up the great videos!!
Same here man i feel the same way in two years from now my granddaughter will graduate from high school then i will live the United, when first came to America in 1980 everything was beautiful now everything is different I'm not happy like i use too, I'm just waiting patiently for my granddaughter to graduate from high school then I'll be out of here, I'll be moving to china the reason why because my girlfriend is Chinese, i have been to china 3 times and i love it there, beautiful clean, peaceful and safest country in the world i wil be a you tuber like you, i hope one day i will meet in Philippines, thanks for the video cheers and hulaluia....
Yes I worked for corporate America and the oversight was to much to bear for me. I too have family that don't speak to me so I feel the same way, why stick around. I am planning to retire at 62 and my wife and I already have a home in Bacoor and will be moving God willing in 5 years. Thank you for your service 🇺🇲
Sir hahaha we are nieghbour I'm in Trece Martires city...actually I'm from Mindanao Davao city but my job is in Manila , Cavite side that time im single till I meet my wife ...it's so hard for me you know I don't have enough money ..its only dependin my salary so I decided to go work abroad but I'm happy Alhamdulillah survived and be happy with my family ...thanks your positive vision .
Just a heads up, some parts of Bacoor (Kawit) and Imus experiences flood even with just few hours of rain now, so try to save more in case you decide later on that you'd like to relocate in higher parts of Cavite.
Thanks for the detailed sharing of your story. Yours and another vlogger I follow (Paul Old Dog) stories are inspirational. They give hope that there is something to look forward to post retirement and post 60. I can relate to your part regarding the 'will', a bone of contention and cause of breakdowns between siblings.
Steven, my dissension from my family is similar to yours-I took care of my dad the last 2 years of his life so he left me some money and you can imagine what happened! Peace and God bless us all!
Friendly chat and I appreciate you sharing knowledge and opinions about your experiences. I am still in Massachusetts and close to your age and completely agree; being a Republican can be challenging. I am also a veteran (US Army) and understand this struggle. I just found your channel recently and am glad I discovered it. You make a good presentation, and the information is invaluable. Thank you.
My first 2 trips to the Philippines 🇵🇭 was from the Boston area as I was in the transition housing program and know what you mean about Massachusetts being a severe holdout for marxist ideology. Would listen to wrko 680 to help keep my sanity.. everything you say is pretty spot on, and to boot I got a woman that if here in the usa wouldn't even give me a glance. Faith, family, freedom, freinds. Keep up the good work. Praying for God's will as I desire to live there soon.
@Oppose the leftist scourge. I am mindful of that fact for sure, that's why I straight up tell my gf no way am I bringing you here. I'm currently in Tennessee but even here the moonbats have grabbed control of population centers like Nashville as it's mostly people escaping taxation etc from other states like Massachusetts and New York and they bring their D estructive voting habits along with them. And of course prices on property etc have skyrocketed due to demand.
And we take care of our elderly. Back when my grandma was still alive.. she has a big family, and we took care of our grandma, we take turns having her in our house, and after a few months she will stay with a different family bec my uncles/aunties and my cousins wants to spend time with grandma as well.
I have the finances to support my retirement here in Hawaii, but I don't have a life here. All my friends are busy with their family and are still working. Hawaii may be a paradise for some, but my life is more fulfilled there in the Philippines. It's all about the people.
I agree with you 100%... I see my country swirling down the toilet..especially over the last decade.. luckily I’m married to a wonderful Filipina and plan to move there in a couple of years..
Thank you for sharing your story, and talking about why you left. It's so interesting to me how much your story sounds so similar to mine. I'm 66, recently divorced, and looking for the same things you discussed you were. It's uncanny how much your backstory resonates with me. I've been communicating online for a year with Filipinas, and am hoping to make a trip there later on this fall. Still taking care of the residue of the end of a long marriage (to a Filipina). Would love to connect with you when I get there.
Steve,,,,, what a down to earth talk,,,,,, loved it,,,,, you are obviously a fantastic person,,,, all the respect and honor to you. Keep up the good work !!!
New subscriber here. I found your channel by accident and I think you provide the most helpful information not just for expats but kababayans like me. I grew up in Imus, Cavite and haven’t been home since 1979. The other expat channels seem to have a sleazy feel to it. I’m still planning to go visit one day and you definitely encourage me to go. Thank you for your help!
Every once in awhile an old video of your comes up on my RUclips. I can't remember when I found your channel but now that I have been following your channel I follow you on RUclips every day. I sometimes forget you were doing vlogs before I found your channel. Might be good for some of your new members to spend some time watching your old ones to see the progression as you gain more life experience living in the Philippines. Some very good information in these older videos.
Subscribed to your channel a few months ago as my interest in the Philippines grew. As i've enjoyed your videos since, I thought i'd check out some of your older ones also. Came across this one & WOW, i've had to sit down & totally absorb myself into it. Your life then was almost how mine has been recently, it could be me saying just the same things. Very emotional for me, a mirror image that's brought a tear to my eyes. What I like most about you is your level headedness, your manner & overall way you talk about things. I could listen to you all day as you're so easy on the ears & mind. Thank you so so much for sharing this. I know what I will be doing, as soon as i'm able to do so. Have a great day.
Thanks for the kind and great comment. If you ever need help we are here 100% for Expats and will always try to make you a successful Expat here. I get so many stories just like ours from people wishing to just up and leave. It’s sad that life takes those turns but we gotta learn to keep on going or we are doomed to a life of misery. I chose not to let that happen to me. I also wanted to assist others to make the same choice in the safest way possible. Feel free to send me any questions or if you need to chat on the phone just ask for my email and I can answer questions on the phone. And I don’t charge or want any money. God Bless and take care
@@RichTravel1010 new here , your straight up person, we have same life . i,m ex army and exwife too . tired off get used were all the want your money after give them money then your second class member of the family in tell they run out of money next pay check comes in the bank.
Thank you for your candidness. I see parts of my life situations in the things you describe about yours. I apreciate your channel. You are a down to earth person easy for most of us to identify with you. I always enjoy your content its truly beneficial and useful to me. Thanks you again.
Hey thanks for sharing what you said about people will only accept you if you're like them wow you at the nail on the head I agree with you and I can relate to your situation and I feel very much you expressed how I feel
mate i have looked at a few of your videos and what you are saying about the States is exactly what is happening in Britain and i am looking to move to the phillipines , i have been there and i love it , its hard to explain but i know in the phillipines i am a foreigner instead of being one in my own country !
I left Philippines in 2018 to come back to the US to reestablish a relationship with my son. It didn’t work. He just used me for help purchasing a used car. My son is my only family, no cousins, no siblings, no parents, nothing. Big mistake coming back here. If I can make it back to Philippines, I will just retire for good there.
hey.. thank you... I'm planning to relocate there... I've been visiting for several yrs now. I'm ready to retire soon. I need a little help with some basic things. I think you can help me sort through it. I would really appreciate a phone or video conversation.. it sure would help... I've asked around another gent but I haven't heard back. and since you mentioned it I figured I ask.. thanks brother. thanks. Peter
I read several great self help books in my youth. One book was about... YOUR CHOICE. YOU CAN CHOSE HAPPY OR NOT HAPPY. I have always looked at positive. I have always been truely truely happy.
About family, it is very important indeed. Of course there will always be some that has major issues. But generally yes family, being important, it’s generally a healthy relationship. And they tend to stick closer, which I think is nice. But yeah Philippines is a small country, so it’s not like we need to travel to a different time zone to see each other, though sometimes you are separated by the sea as well
Hey Steve, another great video. I hope to meet you someday in the Philippines. I have a friend who lives in Buccor Cavite, he’s my old boss. He was in the Navy, I wasn’t in the military. I’m married to a Filipina for 18 yrs, we are moving there hopefully in Feb 2022. She is from island of Catanduanes Bicol region.
Thank You for Your SERVICE with the last election, I'm ready to head out , Hehe, you must have been the only one in the state, l traveled the 48 for 40 years , l watched America become less from what it was , l got hope during the previous administration, but , l see how things are now ,and I'm ready , God Bless America, but I'm ready to go. Maybe sometime when you're out walking show some houses for rent
Hey Steve, just found one your old videos really enjoyed it. I can relate 100%. Don’t look back and find your own paradise. See you around October timeframe if all goes as Planned. Leaving the baggage at the airport, lol perfect👍✌🏻🙏🏻
Lol.. I just want to plain old retire.. Probably all my family will enjoy coming to the Philippines to visit and look around every other year or so. Same as Florida or Hawaii to me. Just going to blend in and go with the flow. Each day will be a new learning experience.
re. 'not the America we grew up in': concur. Have lived overseas 3/4 of my adult life. Have seen the U.S. in 'snapshots' over that time. Seems to me Americans are going through now what the Brits went through a couple decades ago, and now we are seeing an exodus, a la U.K.
I also miss my local food, which is normal. But, it also adds to that appreciation, now when you get the chance to eat some, you will enjoy it more haha. We even drive 1.5hrs just to go to jollibee here from, Pennsylvania.
im positioned to stay in the Luzon province with 250,000 peso monthly and and plenty of bank in reserve.. Looking at Batangas and the south of Luzon for housing.. just waiting for a flight.. not going to live all year there...maybe 4-6 months a year...
Thanks for the info! And hey, I noticed that cough. I had one exactly like it until the doctor switched my blood pressure medicine and it went away. If you're on a BP Med you might wanna check into that. Take care.
I love all your reasons why you left you are right about the politics totally agree with that the lifestyle in the United States is just decreased and you don't get your money's worth here anymore I've been watching your videos in a bunch of the other guys videos and I finally met a Filipino beautiful lady want to come over and see what it's like to experience the islands the culture etc etc great information I appreciate that gives me a lot to think about but I think I will always keep one home here and just rent it out I have plenty of people that will take care of my property or my family will take care of it when you were talking about the family you are very right about that situation too me and my kids don't talk too much they just never have enough time or bring my granddaughters around they always want me to do for them but when I need them they're never there it is so sad the way the culture is here people are not the same people that I grew up with in the town I live in Rochester New York is just not the same as it used to be it used to be very family-oriented I'm sure it still is in some ways but not like it used to be this was very close town they still say they're Rochester is one of the best places to live in the United States but I don't know about that
Change is good... Re-adjusting your life from before and now, knowing the good and the bad. Your intuition has given you the right direction toward peace, happiness, and a brand new start. Enjoy the Philippines
That's the reason I'm planning and saving to move to the Philippines or somewhere in the Pacific. I want to travel to few counties like Guam, Vietnam, but my first choice is the Philipines. Ps thanks for your videos and info it's appreciated
Yes I really agreed what your saying in so many things. Its really depend on what youve done accordingly. Just me Iam a seniors and living alone Iam happy. God bless you and your family I love listening to your words thank you JESUS LOVES US MUCH
I am 100% P&T service connected. I am 46 years old and single and man once the borders open up I plan to move there. I am burnt out on the western life it is very tiring here.
Borders had always been "open". Needing a big fat wall to close that. America is already in huge debt and future Americans will pay for the sins by working full year but giving half or most of their paycheck to illegal dreamers.
Also I moved from Houston back to California to be closer to my older kids and they don't ever call or message me I'm the one who has to contact them. So this is my chance to be happy.
Apparently, the 2500 USD a month that I draw will be enough to survive on in the P.I. I currently live in Thailand and there is no welcome mat out for expats here. They want us to leave. Seems that attitude does not exist in the Philippines.
It is. But you will get used to it. Stayed in Manila for years, traffic is really bad. In the province area it’s better. One thing I don’t miss (I’m in the us now for work) is the traffic lol.
@Trevor Smith oh yeah, while I have not been to India, I have friends who are from there and they don’t disagree haha. I’m here in the US! And drivers are generally disciplined (more than Filipinos), they generally follow the rules..except for one thing, speed limit! I always drive within speed limit, maybe +5 at times and yeah 90% would just pass by me
Steve I was amazed because it seemed like you were telling almost my story in the US. Try being Conservative in California if you want to experience derision. Then I look at the comments and a lot of the people are the same. I definitely enjoy your commentary and info. The US is not the place that I grew up. If I may make a suggestion though. Be careful of the background in your videos. Your dry erase board is pretty visible, don't have any important info on it. I have a feeling that you don't. But just wanted to make sure. I haven't spoken to my brother since 95 and I speak very little to my sister. It sounds like you have made the best of an unfortunate situation. Wise man. Take care of yourself
I am an AOC loving democrat from Indiana so I can relate, lol. But anyways it is the weather and cheap living that attracts me and it is different. I told my friend Sonny that coming to Manila from the midwest was like being transported to the Klingon home world. We both got a good laugh over that. Sonny is filipino american I met in the Marines in 1980 and we remained friends thru the years. He moved back when he turned 55 but I am just waiting until I turned 62 to cash my chips in.
Good video Paul and I understand where you are coming from. I wish much luck and happiness in the Philippines/ Paul can you share what shot you got in order to go to PI.
Robert Martinez I didn’t get any shots but you should get all your Hepatitis shots and TB shots. I’m going to get them here. Hepatitis B is very common.
Maybe, we can have a chance to eyeball, shoot the breeze over some beer or coffee. But, be aware, I can only handle a couple of bottles at best. I retired from the Navy in 1998, worked for another 20 years and fully retired at age 62 from a big Pharma company. Currently waiting for my spouse to finally get tired of working, which she enjoys for now, having to work from home except for 1 day out of the week. Stay safe and healthy, and wishing you the best
@@RichTravel1010 Looking forward to the time time that I can start to make travel plans. Stay safe. BTW, I am a retired surface type, boiler Technician
They want to be friends now because your doing something different and new. Also they wished they were you doing what you want and when you want without restrictions.
Your experience is very similar to mine, I am a navy vet living in San Francisco CA I’m going to the PI ASAP I subscribe to your channel and it’s by far the most informative and interesting many you tubers talk to much , I raised this question to you on another video and my issue with moving there is related to the expansion and aggressive behavior of China, What are your thoughts on that and do you have a contingency plan in place in case China tries to overthrow the Philippines do you think that will happen?
I'm running away from a culture of hate here in the US. That's my biggest reason. I'm 58 and ready to live with good people who don't like arguing and having confrontations over what we believe or basic opinions. The Phillipine people from my research and knowing Phillipines people here, they're the sweetest people I've ever been around and saw in videos.
Im in California and i can barely get my family to do Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. And no one wants to have birthday dinners anymore. I hate that im the only one trying to keep things going. (And this happened before covid) Everyone is stuck in their own head and they block out the people around them. Its so lonely. But they live a virtual life on fb! I don't get it.
@@RichTravel1010 We babied these darn kids way too much. My dad was military hard on me but he made me strong and independent. My kids are soft and needy. My fault. Trying to toughen them up now.
@@missannie8012 hope things improve for you. Family is very important. I’d go visit my parents now if I could. I will fly for sure when it’s easier to travel
Watching from Jubail City Saudi Arabia from Philippines OFW 🇵🇭....I'm happy with you sir ...is great to retirement in Ph and happy with some neighbour and less budget especially your money even minimum pension $1500 is big money in PH ...it's enough for whole month or more than it's depend upon how to budget...thanks sir..
lol, a republican in Massachusetts. I have never heard of that! As a Maine boy, I saw a lot of mass holes. They buy up are coast line and lake shore front. They treat the locals as lesser people. Its like how the Filipinos feel about a lot of foreigners. So I can really relate to them. When i get back to Tanza we should go out for a coffee. I just started watching ur vids. I'm stuck in the US till the PI opens up. I retired there last yr at 58 1/2 .
@@RichTravel1010 Wow really. I have been through there many times heading to the forks. Its a nice bike ride. I'm living south of that in Jefferson till i can get back. So u know exactly what I'm talking about. Massachusetts vs Maine and P.I vs foreigners
thanks for the great message you're spreading out. I would to know if with 200 k is possible to live with no retirement. I wanna live a simple life style as Filipino lives.
enjoy your channel. Question: do you get all of your healthcare thru the VA or do you supplement? Is it similar to US where if you're living a certain distance from VA facility you can get treated and VA will pay? Thanks for info
Hi Steve bob from Ayer everything you said about why you left Massachusetts is correct. Exactly my situation even political issues job the people Also affordability I know my choice is obvious thanks so much
Oh wow, politics? I mean it’s normal to be from different sides, but it should not be a big issue esp within the family. You can try to convince each other but you can also agree to disagree and just vote for who you want to vote
The US is deteriorating; people don’t understand the meaning of freedom of choice; this election proved to be a deal breaker: families have become separated (my own daughters don’t want to have anything to do with me because I didn’t vote for their candidate); do you freaking believe this? I did EVERYTHING a dad is supposed to do, even when they were between jobs. I am dumbfounded, dumbstruck and distraught. If this is the way way they want it, I will not beg them (yes, prior to the election, I had-I thought- a great relationship with my two daughters. My Pinay wife and I are lucky because we have a European passport, so we can travel visa free to at least 186 countries; we’re still in the US, but plan on giving up the US citizenship as soon as we are abroad (we plan on splitting time between the Philippines and Europe). I work for an airline company, so my staff travel will remain with me forever (the biggest gift I’ve ever given to my wife). I lived in Massachusetts before, (most of my relatives are there), but have lived in at least six states (am in socialist California now). We can’t wait to boot out of here.
You mentioned that you had money already and you said you had 20? Is that enough to actually come there with your monthly incor or do you think that you need more than that 20000 cause? I'm kind of bleeding moving my retirement also.
The Philippine Info Channel Hey bro your latest videos have a slow to start sound quality. I couldn’t find an email so I had to find an old video to let you know
Hi just wondering about VA in PHILIPPINES PLEASE I need to know how you get in to VA PHILIPPINES and any requirements and papers do I need to apply VA in PHILIPPINES. Thank you and im.APPRECIATE it.thanks!
I just discovered your channel. MAN, you are TALKING TO ME. People have CHANGED in the negative way in the USA. I have lived in the USA for 51 years and at 60 years old, I am preparing my retirement back to the nation I was born, the Philippines. I want to leave the USA so badly, but I need to pay off things first and be debt free prior to fleeing. I grew up in San Francisco, escaped California because of the liberal welfare state mentality, and here now in Texas. But even in Texas, that feeling of neighborhood, that feeling of community that you see in the Philippines does not exist here. You are so right that in the Philippines, strangers will help you at once and feed you with no reservations. Man, I consider you very lucky, and I am following your path very soon. Enjoy the people in the Philippines, the friendliest in the world!
A C , Thanks for watching !!! I have many videos you might enjoy on coming here and everything I did to succeed. I made it here and am glad I came and left the Politics of the States.
Yeah man, we’re the same age, I’m 59 and it’s sickening.
@A C *"Say Whaaattt?!? Philippines Ain't That KIND Of Friendliest People On Earth ~ That's A CROCK, To The EXTREME! At Least, YOU Ought To Have The Utter Decency Plus, Subtle Integrity SPECIFYING That Kinda' FRIENDLINESS Connection From Those Filipino Folks Merely Apply Convolutedly To A MAN'S PERSPECTIVE (esp. A Man Who's Desperately Seeking A Significant Other Of Some Sort, In Attaining Companionship/Physiological Caring From A Young Female Or A Young Boy/Girl, Per Say)... That's Why FEMALE EXPATS (Good Quality Type Woman Or Median, Fully Financially Independent) Ain't Gonna Last In A •Struggling Nation Like The Philippines• ONE MINUTE LONGER! >>> U.S.A. Will Always Be LIGHT YEARS AHEAD
@@gloriousvigor9428 Google "friendliest countries" and you will see, not only I, but a lot of folks put the Philippines in the top 10. No country is perfect, and to each his own. Maybe in your world night is day, and white is black. Sad for you.
Coming back to where I've been in my head past 30 yrs., Long story... Hurry&, open back up.
Your "reasoning" is VERY similar to why I am looking at moving in the next couple of years. It used to be that if your neighbor had yard signs supporting a candidate that you didn't that you could actually talk to them and walk away as friends. Now, there's a good likelihood the friendship is done. Totally agree with you!!
Bro, what’s crazy is that we really can relate to all this. We don’t need drama in our life. Thanks for your daily reality vlogs.
Thanks for watching 🙏🏻👍✌️
Hi Steve. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. I moved to Thailand 20 years ago. I 'married the country' and have been very happy ever since. I find people in Asia far more sensitive and responsive with respect to personal feelings. Their responsiveness enables their valued assistance. Something I rarely found back home. I do keep in close contact with my family and reletives back home, but our relationships are different. -Cheers, buddy. Keep the faith.
Thanks for sharing. I feel the same on many issues you mentioned. I retired from a city job with a pension and looking to head back to PI to live possibly 6months a year or full time. Time will tell. Stay well.
Glad you found your life there. My American wife and I are planning on moving there. I'm Philippine born but grew up in the states. We both agreed that the US is no longer an ideal place to raise a family so we're planning our move. I'm also in the military, 1 enlistment in the Marine Corps and now in the guard. Also work in accounting and the lifestyle here is wearing down on us both, especially with 2 kids. My wife got to see the Philippines (and meet my dad) on a mission trip with our church and she loved it. I really miss the simpler lifestyle and the warm hospitality. Looking forward to starting over, being w/ family, and coming "home". God bless!
Thank you for sharing. I was born in Cuba and have lived in the USA since I was two years old. I’m also a veterans retired from the U.S. Army. I too have made the same observation about politics and people insisting that one believe like them or else. When I was growing up in south Florida party affiliation mattered very little, we cared about everyone as people, neighbors, friends etc.
Again thank you for your truthfulness.
I lived in Cebu City for almost a year. I had to return to the US for some family issues. I didn't even recognize the US upon returning. My point is, I felt more at home living in the Philippines then I did living in the US. I am just waiting on approval to move back. This time it will be permanent.
I think I've listed to a few of your videos over and over and this is one of them. I'm in the same boat, not running away but want to find new life in the Philippines. I got some time before I can be their permanently but watching your videos keeps me motivated. I feel with the current political environment here is pregressively getting worse. I have no debt and will keep it that way, trying to save every extra dollar I have so I can be there by age 50 - 52. Just looking for a simple quiet life there. Thank you for you're video's, it helps me out a lot.
Thanks 🙏🏻
This is the 2nd vlog of yours that I've watched. It's very evident you're speaking from the heart. You come across as a very genuine person. Keep it up!
Thanks
You are right about people coming to your rescue. I was there visiting my fiance 9 years ago. I had what I thought was at the time a stroke. I collapsed and everybody helped chipped in and carried me to the hospital. Turned out to be side effects of a medication I was taking rejoice. Didn't find out till I got home though. Thanks for the video. Moving to PI as soon as I sell my house 😎
@The Philippine Info Channel - Hi Steve, first of I'm happy for you that now you've found the sort of happiness you'd been aspiring for! Your story made me glued on YT since I'm your new channel subs! I agree with you 101% that the States have changed so much in a neg way, I've lived here for many yrs and this country was not like this when I first moved here! Like you said you build your own paradise around you & it did sound you made it well! I also cldn't agree w/you any better when I heard you say 'family is not blood' absolutely right, sometimes other ppl can give you a much needed assistance compared to your own blood! I have many questions about the steps on what to do bef moving back there & how I wish I could ask you more, but sadly I don't have your email where I can comfortably ask you some tips on how & where to start, it used to be that YT had that option of sending a msg to your contacts here where it won't be public but YT got changes in the last few yrs or so! I wish I cld freely provide you with my email here but I guess not :( I got so many questions for you which I'm sure you'll be able to give me some guidance based fr your experience moving to Phil! I enjoyed watching & hearing your story esp the fact that you can live comfortably in the Phil with just a minimal amt of money compared to living standards in the US!! (I'm so glad I came across your channel today & I subscribed as well & liked). Hope to see more of your other interesting vids! Happy Holidays to you & yours! Thanks again for sharing your story with us! It was very very helpful! ♥
My email is Steven5975@yahoo.com and ask for my phone number in the email
Been watching you a lot lately and like your honesty , that you don't dress things up, and the variety of your videos and words.. Thank you. Will definitely follow you and keep in touch as we go towards the end of 2021, as I will be coming to live in 2022. Thanks so much (UK)
I appreciate that
Your story sounds similar to mine ....I just retired at 49 and getting ready to make my move ...not the philippines, Latin america is more my liking but your information is universal
I lived in Minglanilla Cebu in 2005 for a few months with last wife. I totally loved it. My new girl (been together for 2 years) and I are looking at coming back in 2023. I can't wait to see all the changes. I miss all the friendly people. It is like I tell everybody is I'm proud to be American but I'm ashamed of America right now. Keep up the great videos!!
Same here man i feel the same way in two years from now my granddaughter will graduate from high school then i will live the United, when first came to America in 1980 everything was beautiful now everything is different I'm not happy like i use too, I'm just waiting patiently for my granddaughter to graduate from high school then I'll be out of here, I'll be moving to china the reason why because my girlfriend is Chinese, i have been to china 3 times and i love it there, beautiful clean, peaceful and safest country in the world i wil be a you tuber like you, i hope one day i will meet in Philippines, thanks for the video cheers and hulaluia....
This video really hit me, dude. It tells me theres hope for us middle aged American dudes.
Yes there is
How about middle age ladies? How do they fare in the Philippines? Lol
@@missannie8012 not aware of women being into short asian guys. Go have fun in Dominican Republic. Lol
Love it when you started talking about failing but getting back and chasing your dream again.
Yes I worked for corporate America and the oversight was to much to bear for me. I too have family that don't speak to me so I feel the same way, why stick around. I am planning to retire at 62 and my wife and I already have a home in Bacoor and will be moving God willing in 5 years.
Thank you for your service 🇺🇲
Sir hahaha we are nieghbour I'm in Trece Martires city...actually I'm from Mindanao Davao city but my job is in Manila , Cavite side that time im single till I meet my wife ...it's so hard for me you know I don't have enough money ..its only dependin my salary so I decided to go work abroad but I'm happy Alhamdulillah survived and be happy with my family ...thanks your positive vision .
Just a heads up, some parts of Bacoor (Kawit) and Imus experiences flood even with just few hours of rain now, so try to save more in case you decide later on that you'd like to relocate in higher parts of Cavite.
Thanks for the detailed sharing of your story. Yours and another vlogger I follow (Paul Old Dog) stories are inspirational. They give hope that there is something to look forward to post retirement and post 60. I can relate to your part regarding the 'will', a bone of contention and cause of breakdowns between siblings.
Steven, my dissension from my family is similar to yours-I took care of my dad the last 2 years of his life so he left me some money and you can imagine what happened! Peace and God bless us all!
People can be brutal
Friendly chat and I appreciate you sharing knowledge and opinions about your experiences. I am still in Massachusetts and close to your age and completely agree; being a Republican can be challenging. I am also a veteran (US Army) and understand this struggle. I just found your channel recently and am glad I discovered it. You make a good presentation, and the information is invaluable. Thank you.
My first 2 trips to the Philippines 🇵🇭 was from the Boston area as I was in the transition housing program and know what you mean about Massachusetts being a severe holdout for marxist ideology. Would listen to wrko 680 to help keep my sanity.. everything you say is pretty spot on, and to boot I got a woman that if here in the usa wouldn't even give me a glance. Faith, family, freedom, freinds. Keep up the good work. Praying for God's will as I desire to live there soon.
@Oppose the leftist scourge. I am mindful of that fact for sure, that's why I straight up tell my gf no way am I bringing you here. I'm currently in Tennessee but even here the moonbats have grabbed control of population centers like Nashville as it's mostly people escaping taxation etc from other states like Massachusetts and New York and they bring their D estructive voting habits along with them. And of course prices on property etc have skyrocketed due to demand.
I’m sure you listened to Howie Carr on Boston radio!!
@@stankroll8167 absolutely, had my radio locked in on 680am I still catch him live or on podcast.
Great Vlog Steve ! Been here 3 + yrs. Love it ! Thanx !!
And we take care of our elderly. Back when my grandma was still alive.. she has a big family, and we took care of our grandma, we take turns having her in our house, and after a few months she will stay with a different family bec my uncles/aunties and my cousins wants to spend time with grandma as well.
I have the finances to support my retirement here in Hawaii, but I don't have a life here. All my friends are busy with their family and are still working. Hawaii may be a paradise for some, but my life is more fulfilled there in the Philippines. It's all about the people.
I agree with you 100%... I see my country swirling down the toilet..especially over the last decade.. luckily I’m married to a wonderful Filipina and plan to move there in a couple of years..
You are really levelled headed and know what you are taking about. Thanks for the video.
Paul’s life in the Philippines as a Foreigner Thanks Paul for the comment !!!
Thank you for sharing your story, and talking about why you left. It's so interesting to me how much your story sounds so similar to mine. I'm 66, recently divorced, and looking for the same things you discussed you were. It's uncanny how much your backstory resonates with me. I've been communicating online for a year with Filipinas, and am hoping to make a trip there later on this fall. Still taking care of the residue of the end of a long marriage (to a Filipina). Would love to connect with you when I get there.
Steve,,,,, what a down to earth talk,,,,,, loved it,,,,, you are obviously a fantastic person,,,, all the respect and honor to you. Keep up the good work !!!
New subscriber here. I found your channel by accident and I think you provide the most helpful information not just for expats but kababayans like me. I grew up in Imus, Cavite and haven’t been home since 1979. The other expat channels seem to have a sleazy feel to it. I’m still planning to go visit one day and you definitely encourage me to go. Thank you for your help!
Every once in awhile an old video of your comes up on my RUclips. I can't remember when I found your channel but now that I have been following your channel I follow you on RUclips every day. I sometimes forget you were doing vlogs before I found your channel. Might be good for some of your new members to spend some time watching your old ones to see the progression as you gain more life experience living in the Philippines. Some very good information in these older videos.
Lots of little nuggets in the older videos
Subscribed to your channel a few months ago as my interest in the Philippines grew.
As i've enjoyed your videos since, I thought i'd check out some of your older ones also.
Came across this one & WOW, i've had to sit down & totally absorb myself into it. Your life then was almost how mine has been recently, it could be me saying just the same things. Very emotional for me, a mirror image that's brought a tear to my eyes.
What I like most about you is your level headedness, your manner & overall way you talk about things. I could listen to you all day as you're so easy on the ears & mind.
Thank you so so much for sharing this. I know what I will be doing, as soon as i'm able to do so.
Have a great day.
Thanks for the kind and great comment. If you ever need help we are here 100% for Expats and will always try to make you a successful Expat here. I get so many stories just like ours from people wishing to just up and leave. It’s sad that life takes those turns but we gotta learn to keep on going or we are doomed to a life of misery. I chose not to let that happen to me. I also wanted to assist others to make the same choice in the safest way possible. Feel free to send me any questions or if you need to chat on the phone just ask for my email and I can answer questions on the phone. And I don’t charge or want any money. God Bless and take care
@@RichTravel1010
Thank you so much Steve, your offer is much appreciated.
I've got your email address.
@@RichTravel1010 new here , your straight up person, we have same life . i,m ex army and exwife too . tired off get used were all the want your money after give them money then your second class member of the family in tell they run out of money next pay check comes in the bank.
Wow, that's a lot less than I was planning on setting aside to make the move. I may drop my papers ASAP once the world opens. Thanks for the insight.
I’m just going off what they told me up the street. You should be fine.
Thank you for your candidness. I see parts of my life situations in the things you describe about yours. I apreciate your channel. You are a down to earth person easy for most of us to identify with you. I always enjoy your content its truly beneficial and useful to me. Thanks you again.
Hey thanks for sharing what you said about people will only accept you if you're like them wow you at the nail on the head I agree with you and I can relate to your situation and I feel very much you expressed how I feel
mate i have looked at a few of your videos and what you are saying about the States is exactly what is happening in Britain and i am looking to move to the phillipines , i have been there and i love it , its hard to explain but i know in the phillipines i am a foreigner instead of being one in my own country !
My buddy lived in the UK and left. He was a well known figure in your country.
Iam happy for you, that the Philippines is working out good for you. I noticed America is not the same country as it was when was growing up.
I left Philippines in 2018 to come back to the US to reestablish a relationship with my son. It didn’t work. He just used me for help purchasing a used car. My son is my only family, no cousins, no siblings, no parents, nothing. Big mistake coming back here. If I can make it back to Philippines, I will just retire for good there.
I think many Expats have the family issue thing in common.
I know it’s none of my business, but I hope things will still work out with your son. But he has to want it too for it to work.
hey.. thank you... I'm planning to relocate there... I've been visiting for several yrs now. I'm ready to retire soon. I need a little help with some basic things. I think you can help me sort through it. I would really appreciate a phone or video conversation.. it sure would help... I've asked around another gent but I haven't heard back. and since you mentioned it I figured I ask.. thanks brother. thanks. Peter
I read several great self help books in my youth. One book was about... YOUR CHOICE. YOU CAN CHOSE HAPPY OR NOT HAPPY. I have always looked at positive. I have always been truely truely happy.
About family, it is very important indeed. Of course there will always be some that has major issues. But generally yes family, being important, it’s generally a healthy relationship. And they tend to stick closer, which I think is nice. But yeah Philippines is a small country, so it’s not like we need to travel to a different time zone to see each other, though sometimes you are separated by the sea as well
Transparent as can be, thank you for that and the additional wisdom.
I'll live over there but I'll be traveling to Japan, USA and Brazil every 2-3 months
Hey Steve, another great video. I hope to meet you someday in the Philippines. I have a friend who lives in Buccor Cavite, he’s my old boss. He was in the Navy, I wasn’t in the military. I’m married to a Filipina for 18 yrs, we are moving there hopefully in Feb 2022. She is from island of Catanduanes Bicol region.
Thank You for Your SERVICE with the last election, I'm ready to head out , Hehe, you must have been the only one in the state, l traveled the 48 for 40 years , l watched America become less from what it was , l got hope during the previous administration, but , l see how things are now ,and I'm ready , God Bless America, but I'm ready to go. Maybe sometime when you're out walking show some houses for rent
We have many videos already showing rentals and homes. More in the future coming.
Hey Steve, just found one your old videos really enjoyed it. I can relate 100%. Don’t look back and find your own paradise. See you around October timeframe if all goes as Planned. Leaving the baggage at the airport, lol perfect👍✌🏻🙏🏻
Thanks 👍
Good Job thank you for the upload, educational and engaging on difficult topics.
You are so positive thinking guy,you gave me hope,
Lol.. I just want to plain old retire.. Probably all my family will enjoy coming to the Philippines to visit and look around every other year or so. Same as Florida or Hawaii to me. Just going to blend in and go with the flow. Each day will be a new learning experience.
I just started watching your channel and I’m interested to hear your topics. Keep on
Thank you for sharing! I always enjoy seeing you, brother. Have a great weekend!
Thanks, you too!
re. 'not the America we grew up in': concur. Have lived overseas 3/4 of my adult life. Have seen the U.S. in 'snapshots' over that time. Seems to me Americans are going through now what the Brits went through a couple decades ago, and now we are seeing an exodus, a la U.K.
I also miss my local food, which is normal. But, it also adds to that appreciation, now when you get the chance to eat some, you will enjoy it more haha. We even drive 1.5hrs just to go to jollibee here from, Pennsylvania.
im positioned to stay in the Luzon province with 250,000 peso monthly and and plenty of bank in reserve.. Looking at Batangas and the south of Luzon for housing.. just waiting for a flight.. not going to live all year there...maybe 4-6 months a year...
Thanks for the info! And hey, I noticed that cough. I had one exactly like it until the doctor switched my blood pressure medicine and it went away. If you're on a BP Med you might wanna check into that. Take care.
I love all your reasons why you left you are right about the politics totally agree with that the lifestyle in the United States is just decreased and you don't get your money's worth here anymore I've been watching your videos in a bunch of the other guys videos and I finally met a Filipino beautiful lady want to come over and see what it's like to experience the islands the culture etc etc great information I appreciate that gives me a lot to think about but I think I will always keep one home here and just rent it out I have plenty of people that will take care of my property or my family will take care of it when you were talking about the family you are very right about that situation too me and my kids don't talk too much they just never have enough time or bring my granddaughters around they always want me to do for them but when I need them they're never there it is so sad the way the culture is here people are not the same people that I grew up with in the town I live in Rochester New York is just not the same as it used to be it used to be very family-oriented I'm sure it still is in some ways but not like it used to be this was very close town they still say they're Rochester is one of the best places to live in the United States but I don't know about that
I fully agree , you are smart and made the right decision
Change is good... Re-adjusting your life from before and now, knowing the good and the bad. Your intuition has given you the right direction toward peace, happiness, and a brand new start. Enjoy the Philippines
Eno Thanks for the nice comments!!!❤️🇺🇸👍💪
Wow. This was really deep - especially the last few minutes about leaving one’s baggage behind. Wow.
That's the reason I'm planning and saving to move to the Philippines or somewhere in the Pacific. I want to travel to few counties like Guam, Vietnam, but my first choice is the Philipines. Ps thanks for your videos and info it's appreciated
Yes I really agreed what your saying in so many things. Its really depend on what youve done accordingly. Just me Iam a seniors and living alone Iam happy. God bless you and your family I love listening to your words thank you JESUS LOVES US MUCH
I am 100% P&T service connected. I am 46 years old and single and man once the borders open up I plan to move there. I am burnt out on the western life it is very tiring here.
Borders had always been "open". Needing a big fat wall to close that. America is already in huge debt and future Americans will pay for the sins by working full year but giving half or most of their paycheck to illegal dreamers.
Also I moved from Houston back to California to be closer to my older kids and they don't ever call or message me I'm the one who has to contact them. So this is my chance to be happy.
I relate to you on this. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Steve for sharing your story, cheers and hulaluia...
Apparently, the 2500 USD a month that I draw will be enough to survive on in the P.I. I currently live in Thailand and there is no welcome mat out for expats here. They want us to leave. Seems that attitude does not exist in the Philippines.
The worst thing for me here is the driving. I always loved to get out and go. Here the driving is a nightmare.
I feel the same about driving and have chosen not to drive here.
It is. But you will get used to it. Stayed in Manila for years, traffic is really bad. In the province area it’s better.
One thing I don’t miss (I’m in the us now for work) is the traffic lol.
@Trevor Smith oh yeah, while I have not been to India, I have friends who are from there and they don’t disagree haha.
I’m here in the US! And drivers are generally disciplined (more than Filipinos), they generally follow the rules..except for one thing, speed limit!
I always drive within speed limit, maybe +5 at times and yeah 90% would just pass by me
How did Hemingway survive without WiFi?
Steve I was amazed because it seemed like you were telling almost my story in the US. Try being Conservative in California
if you want to experience derision. Then I look at the comments and a lot of the people are the same. I definitely enjoy your commentary and info. The US is not the place that I grew up. If I may make a suggestion though. Be careful of the background in your videos. Your dry erase board is pretty visible, don't have any important info on it. I have a feeling that you don't. But just wanted to make sure. I haven't spoken to my brother since 95 and I speak very little to my sister. It sounds like you have made the best of an unfortunate situation. Wise man. Take care of yourself
I find many of us have the same situation unfortunately.
Go Dodgers-me too-never will ever talk to my siblings ever again-
I am an AOC loving democrat from Indiana so I can relate, lol. But anyways it is the weather and cheap living that attracts me and it is different. I told my friend Sonny that coming to Manila from the midwest was like being transported to the Klingon home world. We both got a good laugh over that. Sonny is filipino american I met in the Marines in 1980 and we remained friends thru the years. He moved back when he turned 55 but I am just waiting until I turned 62 to cash my chips in.
Lol
Good video Paul and I understand where you are coming from. I wish much luck and happiness in the Philippines/ Paul can you share what shot you got in order to go to PI.
Robert Martinez Sure, Ill try to do a video today or tomorrow on it. My name is Steve... not Paul. Lol
Robert Martinez I didn’t get any shots but you should get all your Hepatitis shots and TB shots. I’m going to get them here. Hepatitis B is very common.
Maybe, we can have a chance to eyeball, shoot the breeze over some beer or coffee. But, be aware, I can only handle a couple of bottles at best. I retired from the Navy in 1998, worked for another 20 years and fully retired at age 62 from a big Pharma company. Currently waiting for my spouse to finally get tired of working, which she enjoys for now, having to work from home except for 1 day out of the week. Stay safe and healthy, and wishing you the best
Email me if you ever want to meet up here. My email is steven5975@yahoo.com
@@RichTravel1010 saved it on my address book. I have a cousin that is offering his lots in Dasmarinas. I might look at it when I feel safer to travel
@@gerardoguzman5083 That’s close to me
@@RichTravel1010 Looking forward to the time time that I can start to make travel plans. Stay safe. BTW, I am a retired surface type, boiler Technician
Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks for your story , good luck !
They want to be friends now because your doing something different and new. Also they wished they were you doing what you want and when you want without restrictions.
I love what you shared and appreciate the heart.. thank you sir.
Thanks
Your experience is very similar to mine, I am a navy vet living in San Francisco CA I’m going to the PI ASAP I subscribe to your channel and it’s by far the most informative and interesting many you tubers talk to much , I raised this question to you on another video and my issue with moving there is related to the expansion and aggressive behavior of China, What are your thoughts on that and do you have a contingency plan in place in case China tries to overthrow the Philippines do you think that will happen?
I think they want Taiwan more than other countries
@@RichTravel1010 yes but the US will intervene on Taiwan’s behalf and we have shared bases in the Philippines now
They might attack the Philippines but only the bases unless they are stupid and drag more world powers into the Frey by hurting innocents.
@@RichTravel1010 that’s what I’m afraid of
I'm running away from a culture of hate here in the US. That's my biggest reason. I'm 58 and ready to live with good people who don't like arguing and having confrontations over what we believe or basic opinions. The Phillipine people from my research and knowing Phillipines people here, they're the sweetest people I've ever been around and saw in videos.
Good, good to here your story Steve! :)
Good info...I too plan on retiring when I turn 55. The Philippines is my retirement country.
Good plan Don !!!!
4 more years to go I'm retiring in PI. What's up bro?
You sound just like me. I'm in Texas and I guess I need to come to the Philippines nobody has time for nobody nowadays
Exactly
Im in California and i can barely get my family to do Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. And no one wants to have birthday dinners anymore. I hate that im the only one trying to keep things going. (And this happened before covid) Everyone is stuck in their own head and they block out the people around them. Its so lonely. But they live a virtual life on fb! I don't get it.
@@missannie8012 I have a Daughter that don’t even speak to me and have many other family members that do the same.
@@RichTravel1010 We babied these darn kids way too much. My dad was military hard on me but he made me strong and independent. My kids are soft and needy. My fault. Trying to toughen them up now.
@@missannie8012 hope things improve for you. Family is very important.
I’d go visit my parents now if I could. I will fly for sure when it’s easier to travel
Watching from Jubail City Saudi Arabia from Philippines OFW 🇵🇭....I'm happy with you sir ...is great to retirement in Ph and happy with some neighbour and less budget especially your money even minimum pension $1500 is big money in PH ...it's enough for whole month or more than it's depend upon how to budget...thanks sir..
lol, a republican in Massachusetts. I have never heard of that! As a Maine boy, I saw a lot of mass holes. They buy up are coast line and lake shore front. They treat the locals as lesser people. Its like how the Filipinos feel about a lot of foreigners. So I can really relate to them. When i get back to Tanza we should go out for a coffee. I just started watching ur vids. I'm stuck in the US till the PI opens up. I retired there last yr at 58 1/2
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My address now is in Madison, Maine. But it’s only for my mail.
@@RichTravel1010 Wow really. I have been through there many times heading to the forks. Its a nice bike ride. I'm living south of that in Jefferson till i can get back. So u know exactly what I'm talking about. Massachusetts vs Maine and P.I vs foreigners
thanks for the great message you're spreading out. I would to know if with 200 k is possible to live with no retirement. I wanna live a simple life style as Filipino lives.
Depends on many factors but most likely no.
Boy, I know what you mean about America! I agree completely!
We have come here because we are successful and we can
Very good video. I hear you. Same thing with family.i was the caretaker and got screwed over.same w politics conservative in NY
enjoy your channel. Question: do you get all of your healthcare thru the VA or do you supplement? Is it similar to US where if you're living a certain distance from VA facility you can get treated and VA will pay? Thanks for info
The VA here is only covering Service Connections only. You got to get insurance here.
Thank you
the Muslim get hated on people always say how bad they are in the pi to me they were some of the nicest and sincere in the pi
Hi Steve bob from Ayer everything you said about why you left Massachusetts is correct. Exactly my situation even political issues job the people Also affordability I know my choice is obvious thanks so much
How do you get service at the VA overthere? Do they outsource to another clinic?
We have a Foreign Medical Plan for larger issues.
What a world we live in...
It's easy as pie to go back to USA once a year...
It will be just like you never left.
Oh wow, politics? I mean it’s normal to be from different sides, but it should not be a big issue esp within the family. You can try to convince each other but you can also agree to disagree and just vote for who you want to vote
Hey ,what your saying is so right on ,,where in the Philippines do you recommend to live ?
Luzon due to being near everything
Love your Intel..... Spot on !!! ☮️✌️✌️
The US is deteriorating; people don’t understand the meaning of freedom of choice; this election proved to be a deal breaker: families have become separated (my own daughters don’t want to have anything to do with me because I didn’t vote for their candidate); do you freaking believe this? I did EVERYTHING a dad is supposed to do, even when they were between jobs. I am dumbfounded, dumbstruck and distraught. If this is the way way they want it, I will not beg them (yes, prior to the election, I had-I thought- a great relationship with my two daughters.
My Pinay wife and I are lucky because we have a European passport, so we can travel visa free to at least 186 countries; we’re still in the US, but plan on giving up the US citizenship as soon as we are abroad (we plan on splitting time between the Philippines and Europe).
I work for an airline company, so my staff travel will remain with me forever (the biggest gift I’ve ever given to my wife).
I lived in Massachusetts before, (most of my relatives are there), but have lived in at least six states (am in socialist California now). We can’t wait to boot out of here.
You mentioned that you had money already and you said you had 20? Is that enough to actually come there with your monthly incor or do you think that you need more than that 20000 cause? I'm kind of bleeding moving my retirement also.
That is enough for startup and emergency fund
Attempted to get in touch with lady at PRA...NO GO! :(
Luis P. Ortiz Best way is on Messenger. Mary Rose Baranda is her name. She could be traveling but usually answers.
The Philippine Info Channel Hey bro your latest videos have a slow to start sound quality. I couldn’t find an email so I had to find an old video to let you know
Hi just wondering about VA in PHILIPPINES PLEASE I need to know how you get in to VA PHILIPPINES and any requirements and papers do I need to apply VA in PHILIPPINES. Thank you and im.APPRECIATE it.thanks!
Bring your DD-214 and call ahead.