One of the best interviews and discussions I’ve seen concerning Philippines home builds/renovations. I was on the fence about ‘having to be there DURING the work’…Got it. I will be there (S. Leyte). Thank your, gents. The ladies laughing off cam was hilarious.
Hi Greg and Jim. Nice interview. I just want to add that is is a beautiful renovation. Jim gave me a couple tours and I will be using his cupboard guy for my build... and his pool guy... and.... haha and of course your solar guy. Thanks Greg for sharing your architect he has given me a reasonable quote.
What a full circle moment. I am subscribed to this channel and Justin and Judia's channel the Critter Hunter. Great advertising and shout out to the Critter Republic!
Thanks Greg and Wilma, Jim and Shine. Very informative video. Sounds like some of the problems that happen here in the US also happens there. You've made me do more intense thinking about construction no matter where you do it. Really enjoy and learning from your videos. Thanks Greg and Wilma from Iowa USA 🇺🇸.
Great interview. Having done both a renovation and new build at same time I agree. New builder was not involved much with renovations so lucked out being the general contractor.
Good morning Greg and Jim, I’m on my way to the school now, so don’t have time to watch the whole video, but the remodel/renovation of Jim’s house looks very well done. I’m very interested to hear how the whole process went and the budget. (I’ll finish watching tonight). Very useful topic.
We’re in the process of interviewing different builders, now. We found a great building lot in a secure gated community (across the street from the house we’ll be renting!), with different designs, pricing, etc. If all goes well, we should get everything ready by the time I get back to the Philippines, hopefully by mid-June? Then we can get the building going by September? 🤞 But nothing is set in concrete, yet. We’re taking our time, and making sure of our decision. You were the one who urged me to use utmost caution and due diligence when buying, or building a home! Thank you for that, Greg! 👍 Fortunately, I have a few family members in the area that are well versed in construction, building, and recognizing quality, and they’re playing a big part in the process, since I’m stuck in the States, doing the liquidation, and they are my eyes in place for me. Stay tuned… 😂🤣
Sounds great Jerry. You are all over it. Gonna feel great once it's completed and you're enjoying your morning coffee in your new house. Keep in touch.
@@buildingthephilippines The time spent doing due diligence in searching for your “forever home” will pay off in the end! Thank you and Wilma for having good advice! 👍 Looking forward to spending more time with you both, in September ❤️
Very informative video. We are currently building our home up in Ilocos Sur (1 month in) and initially we were going to use a contractor but after having issues with the contractor doing the fence (American contractor not local!) I decided to retire early and come and manage the build myself and I deal directly with all suppliers which certainly gives much greater control. I have contracted certain projects, like finishing wall (as contractor walked away!!) and also drainage channel in front of house - the caution I would add is always leave a significant lump some payment at end of any contract - just dividing the amount up over the contract period may not work as once the 8 months and 8 payments are finished and if house isn’t built then contractor has no motivation to continue - although Greg I can see you were on top of progress everyday so would have caught that but if you couldn’t be on site everyday it could be an issue.
@buildingthephilippines Thank you, that's the wise decision you and your wife made. I enjoy your channel very informative. Whatever, you discussed during your interview is all true, never stop learning.
Although the content of this video was informative, from seeing the title of renovating a home, I would have thought that we would be getting a tour. Waited the whole video and no tour. A little disappointing.
Pretty slick. The contractor says the build will extend to 7 months instead of the original 6. So, instead of saying oops, over budget, you just reduced the monthly payment and made it divisible by 7. That's a good technique to keep the cap down. Must have been a contracted price to begin with to pull that off.
I really don't get the concept of needing a contractor. I plan to be the contractor. I will tell everyone what to do and how I want it done. Not to mention, I'm going to be doing the work also. I'm not going to stand around and let others control the situation. This time next year, we will be building on our 20 acres at Bayawan. I will more than likely use your solar installers.
Not everyone is comfortable with being their own GC. Plusses and minuses on either end. Thanks for commenting and good luck with your building project.
One of the best interviews and discussions I’ve seen concerning Philippines home builds/renovations. I was on the fence about ‘having to be there DURING the work’…Got it. I will be there (S. Leyte). Thank your, gents. The ladies laughing off cam was hilarious.
Thanks for commenting and watching our video. Appreciate it. The girls had fun trying to make us laugh.
Maybe we we will build too.
Thank you both, do this often,, I mean meeting Jim - compassionate man and resourceful
Yes, we can do a follow up. Thanks for watching.
@@buildingthephilippines thank you Greg
Hi Greg and Jim. Nice interview. I just want to add that is is a beautiful renovation. Jim gave me a couple tours and I will be using his cupboard guy for my build... and his pool guy... and.... haha and of course your solar guy. Thanks Greg for sharing your architect he has given me a reasonable quote.
Great to here you have a good plan to get your home built. Thanks for watching.
Very interesting Spring here and my 70 year old body is taking a beating! ❤❤
Spring cleaning Charles. Always lots of work. Thanks for watching.
Very informative, thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks for watching.
What a full circle moment. I am subscribed to this channel and Justin and Judia's channel the Critter Hunter. Great advertising and shout out to the Critter Republic!
We enjoy helping local businesses. Thanks for watching.
Thank you! very good information for people like us planning to retire in P.I.
Glad you liked the video. Appreciate it.
Thanks Greg and Wilma, Jim and Shine. Very informative video. Sounds like some of the problems that happen here in the US also happens there. You've made me do more intense thinking about construction no matter where you do it. Really enjoy and learning from your videos. Thanks Greg and Wilma from Iowa USA 🇺🇸.
Thanks for commenting. At least in the US you have a chance to recover your money. Here rarely happens.
I wish we could have seen inside that house to see the renovations.
Jim does not want to show the inside of home on you tube.
Great interview!!
So happy for your friends! May I see more pictures of the complete renovated house please? TYIA 😊
Thanks for watching. Jim didn't want to show any inside photos of his house for privacy reasons. That's all the pictures I took.
I’m very understanding privacy is very very important 😊
I appreciate you all! Thank you for sharing your experiences and tips on how to navigate a build there.
@@trionmay thank you, appreciate it.
Great interview. Having done both a renovation and new build at same time I agree. New builder was not involved much with renovations so lucked out being the general contractor.
Thanks for commenting, great info for future expats to hear.
Good morning Greg and Jim, I’m on my way to the school now, so don’t have time to watch the whole video, but the remodel/renovation of Jim’s house looks very well done. I’m very interested to hear how the whole process went and the budget. (I’ll finish watching tonight). Very useful topic.
Appreciate the comment.
We’re in the process of interviewing different builders, now. We found a great building lot in a secure gated community (across the street from the house we’ll be renting!), with different designs, pricing, etc.
If all goes well, we should get everything ready by the time I get back to the Philippines, hopefully by mid-June? Then we can get the building going by September? 🤞
But nothing is set in concrete, yet.
We’re taking our time, and making sure of our decision.
You were the one who urged me to use utmost caution and due diligence when buying, or building a home! Thank you for that, Greg! 👍
Fortunately, I have a few family members in the area that are well versed in construction, building, and recognizing quality, and they’re playing a big part in the process, since I’m stuck in the States, doing the liquidation, and they are my eyes in place for me.
Stay tuned… 😂🤣
Sounds great Jerry. You are all over it. Gonna feel great once it's completed and you're enjoying your morning coffee in your new house. Keep in touch.
@@buildingthephilippines The time spent doing due diligence in searching for your “forever home” will pay off in the end! Thank you and Wilma for having good advice! 👍
Looking forward to spending more time with you both, in September ❤️
@jerrymarshall2728 yes, sounds good.
There is an excellent "Before" video out there done by Monty. Lucky Jim Buys a House. If you're interested. 🍻Cheers!
Thanks for sharing.
Is there a rental house in Dalen?? in your area?? Thanks for promoting your place.
I'm not privy to what's available for rent in Dauin. Facebook marketplace is a good way to start your research.
@@buildingthephilippines What Barangay or subdivision are you located?? Thank you.
Out with Angie’s List, in with Wilma”s (the Boss) list. Like a true Filipino 😂 Greg so excited helping out locals doing an outstanding job!
Lol, thanks for watching and commenting. Appreciate it.
Very informative video. We are currently building our home up in Ilocos Sur (1 month in) and initially we were going to use a contractor but after having issues with the contractor doing the fence (American contractor not local!) I decided to retire early and come and manage the build myself and I deal directly with all suppliers which certainly gives much greater control. I have contracted certain projects, like finishing wall (as contractor walked away!!) and also drainage channel in front of house - the caution I would add is always leave a significant lump some payment at end of any contract - just dividing the amount up over the contract period may not work as once the 8 months and 8 payments are finished and if house isn’t built then contractor has no motivation to continue - although Greg I can see you were on top of progress everyday so would have caught that but if you couldn’t be on site everyday it could be an issue.
All good points, thanks for commenting. Congrats on the home build. Keep in touch.
Who is the name of your solar guy?
PM me on FB messenger, building the philippines
@@buildingthephilippines i did
@blueberry7938 OK great.
Sounds like building in US, been through same here
Only difference is a foreigner rarely is able to collect any losses.
Do they have to work everyday during the construction of the house??
Not exactly sure what you are asking?
who is the solar guy?
PM me at Building the Philippines.
Did you paid in check or in cash?? Do you hire a real estate lawyer to review the documents?? Thank you
I paid the contractor monthly by bank managers check. Yes, I hired an attorney to ensure all titling documents were valid and transferable.
@buildingthephilippines Thank you, that's the wise decision you and your wife made. I enjoy your channel very informative. Whatever, you discussed during your interview is all true, never stop learning.
plan plan plan! cut twice measure once they say
Thanks for watching
Although the content of this video was informative, from seeing the title of renovating a home, I would have thought that we would be getting a tour. Waited the whole video and no tour. A little disappointing.
Owners did not want to show the inside of the home on you tube.
Pretty slick. The contractor says the build will extend to 7 months instead of the original 6. So, instead of saying oops, over budget, you just reduced the monthly payment and made it divisible by 7. That's a good technique to keep the cap down. Must have been a contracted price to begin with to pull that off.
When payment was due, redid the math and handed him the new monthly allotment. Explained as I handed him the check. He did not have an issue.
I have not heard the expression 10 percenter before, can you explain it?
10% is an expat in a committed relationship, that builds or buys a house. 90% simply rents for various reasons.
I really don't get the concept of needing a contractor. I plan to be the contractor. I will tell everyone what to do and how I want it done. Not to mention, I'm going to be doing the work also. I'm not going to stand around and let others control the situation. This time next year, we will be building on our 20 acres at Bayawan. I will more than likely use your solar installers.
Not everyone is comfortable with being their own GC. Plusses and minuses on either end. Thanks for commenting and good luck with your building project.
Will you put a high cement wall around a portion of that? Wondering what people do when they purchase a larger tract.
@377499 if your referring to the property, there's already a wall around it.
@@buildingthephilippines I'm pretty sure he's responding to the 20 acres of my post. He designated it as a larger tract.
@@am-fil ok