Jim F.
@Jimf
American looking for information about Philippines
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About me
American
Lives in Sacramento
Speaks English, some Tagalog
Registration: 31 October 2010
planning to buy house in cebu for 1million peso by appleswed
hi! im Apple and i am from sweden, me and my husband are planing to buy a house in Cebu and we only have 1million peso budget for that. if someone knows theres a house for sale please let me know as soon possible! Thanks/Apple
Francis, Nothing like a fresh dose of reality. Thanks... Read More
Wish to live in Philippines.. by sajancbabu
Friends, I am from India, I visited Philippine one time for 12 days. I don't have spouse there, but I like Philippines. Really now I wish to work or start a business in Philippines, especially in Pagadian city or in Zamboanga city. I am an IT ...
Hello Sajan, Welcome! I wish you luck on your plans to relocate to the Philippines. I cannot be of much help about working or starting a business in the Philippines. I do know there is some history of gun fighting in the streets of Pagadian, and ... Read More
planning to buy house in cebu for 1million peso by appleswed
hi! im Apple and i am from sweden, me and my husband are planing to buy a house in Cebu and we only have 1million peso budget for that. if someone knows theres a house for sale please let me know as soon possible! Thanks/Apple
Certainly not wrong to trust her. Good luck with your first marriage and have a long happy life together... Read More
planning to buy house in cebu for 1million peso by appleswed
hi! im Apple and i am from sweden, me and my husband are planing to buy a house in Cebu and we only have 1million peso budget for that. if someone knows theres a house for sale please let me know as soon possible! Thanks/Apple
Leebeme and Awesome guy... I absolutely agree with you both. I still believe in marraige too, and trust. I't's sometimes easy to get on a negative tangent where somethings are concerned. Perhaps after a long bout of marital problems, trust, and ... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
I see. Well, I think she will figure it out, hopefully soon. Good luck with everything, I am sure it will work out just fine. Read More
planning to buy house in cebu for 1million peso by appleswed
hi! im Apple and i am from sweden, me and my husband are planing to buy a house in Cebu and we only have 1million peso budget for that. if someone knows theres a house for sale please let me know as soon possible! Thanks/Apple
Leebeme I don't like to sound like a naysayer, but to me that statement sounds good on paper but I highly doubt a foreigner can be protected by some apparent mechanism on paper. I once heard an expat tell me, (and I have held on to this advice ... Read More
Hi everyone! by hyukjin7
I am new here. I opened an account to meet many Filipinos because I am currently doing research about Filipinos. Hope we can all be friends. :)
Hello there. Research? Hmmm, I wonder what kind? Will you disect the brain of a Filipino? Do tell... Read More
Filipinas who develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner by GuestPoster254
I'm really annoyed at how some Filipinas develop a bad attitude when they marry a foreigner. They become aloof, arrogant, whiny, complaining "female dogs," which they weren't before they got married. My parents had such a tenant who complained on ...
She makes me sick just reading about her! I wonder how long the husband of the tenant can tolerate her behavior. It is almost a natural phenomenon. Here in the U.S. it is not unusual for a man to have a new Asian wife. She starts out wonderful, but ... Read More
Safety...
For whatever it's worth Smiley, I have traveled a bit in Northern and Southern Mindanao and did some research about safety prior to going of course. Most areas are relatively safe...there are exceptions of course. I have heard nothing remarkable ... Read More
How does a native Philippine Survive ? by Jove
I have a friend in Davao, I me and became Pen Pals with some six years ago. She is middle aged, separated for years and receives no support from ex husband and has two daughters and two sons, One daughter lives in Dubai, and my friend has her two ...
Hi Jove, Well I apologize for not showing up for the rest of this dialoque... Hopefully this may answer some questions. I have an Asian lady friend that I knew for years. We had a sort of "friendship." She had at least 3 online boy friends, an ... Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
It is a modern world Fila-Am mom but men and women haven't changed physiologically, or emotionally. Your husband may stay home and change roles with you and he may do it proudly and well...for a few years, maybe even until the kids are grown, but he ... Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
"...long dead and buried?" I don't think so. I live with a Filipina here in California. She's been in the States 10 years and in her 40's. She's a wonderful woman and we have a great time taking care of each other. She won't even allow me in the ... Read More
What to do on the weekends? by Philtee
Good day fellow expats, question please. What do you guys do on a typical weekend? lol, this is a serious question because I find myself bored every weekend. I live in Makati, so maybe the whole city thing is just getting to me. I've gone clubbing, ...
Seriously Phil, there are a number of expat and locals that get together in those areas for day trips, hiking, motor bike riding, fishing or snorkeling, etc. Look around those areas and make an effort to hook up with them if it interests you. Read More
What to do on the weekends? by Philtee
Good day fellow expats, question please. What do you guys do on a typical weekend? lol, this is a serious question because I find myself bored every weekend. I live in Makati, so maybe the whole city thing is just getting to me. I've gone clubbing, ...
Go to Angeles or Subic bro. You'll forget about Baccarat real quick! Read More
Offer to move to Manila by prashant10
Hi , I got an offer to work in Manila and I wanted to know whether it is safe city live and what is the tax rates , whether we have any Indian CBSE schools , what is the cost of living. I'm married with 2 kids and elder is in 3rd std as of ...
Thanks for the sane reply. I must recant some of my rant. You're right, I should not generalize. The schools I was referring to are public schools in Negros (Dumaguete/Dauin area). I have to state though, that 20,000 usd per year for a school ... Read More
Offer to move to Manila by prashant10
Hi , I got an offer to work in Manila and I wanted to know whether it is safe city live and what is the tax rates , whether we have any Indian CBSE schools , what is the cost of living. I'm married with 2 kids and elder is in 3rd std as of ...
I highly doubt relocating your family to Manila will be a positive experience for your family. Per the American men with families that I know there, schools are nothing more than a day care center to give adults the day off. $20,000 usd for private ... Read More
Life over there. by waymar65
I am 66 years old and I am thinking of moving to Manila, and maybe get married but I also would like to find a job if possbile? in the mean time I would like to meet a friend over there who would write to me about life over there, and what to expect ...
Hey Texan thanks for the input, and nice job on your site! Read More
Life over there. by waymar65
I am 66 years old and I am thinking of moving to Manila, and maybe get married but I also would like to find a job if possbile? in the mean time I would like to meet a friend over there who would write to me about life over there, and what to expect ...
Thanks for the nice input. I too have decided to live in Visayas in the near future. I wanted to ask, as I have had heard of this often enough. In your opinion, how do guys end up in jail there? Are they victims of scams, or just doing something ... Read More
Philippines Stopping Filipinas from Leaving As A Tourist? by thailen
I have a filipina girlfriend who I invited to live with me in Thailand. She is hearing that Thailand immigration is stopping filipinos at the Bangkok airport for not having enugh thai money, for not having a valid reason to come in, etc., even ...
Section 10 deals with, "the right to board aircraft for the purpose of flight." All it says there is that individuals shall be able to board, unless a few loosely worded reasons exist, one of those is "immigration issues." This only gives them the ... Read More
How does a native Philippine Survive ? by Jove
I have a friend in Davao, I me and became Pen Pals with some six years ago. She is middle aged, separated for years and receives no support from ex husband and has two daughters and two sons, One daughter lives in Dubai, and my friend has her two ...
Jove I admire your philanthropy, but have you considered that she had managed to survive before you entered the picture? Sending money to women overseas that you have never met in person is, to put it lightly, not recommended. Your friend may well ... Read More
I'm new here. Can I live well on $1800 a month in Cebu by chefwayne
Hi,I know his has probably been done to death but I'm new here and need to ask. I've been living in Thailand for a while and now want to move to the Philippines. My question is can I lie well on $1800 a month in Cebu? I don't drink I'm a retired ...
I know who I want to hang out with when I make my move there! : ) Shipscook that was informative. Several informative posts here thank you all Read More
Hair salon by Nat187
Hi guys! would you recommend a hair salon, the one you are really happy with. I am blond and I have hard times to find the master, who will know how to deal with my hair. ((( every time I walk out of the salon - I feel frustrated. Would appreciate ...
Love your hair ladies! Simple is good : ) Read More
I love C.D.O. by youngamericanguy
I travel 1 to 2 times a year to C.D.O. from Seattle Washington, with my filipina wife. We will be moving in a few years to C.D.O. We own a nice car wash there and own land on the nice beach there, and will build another business over there as well, ...
Love the topic and some nice replies! Youngamericanguy I applaud you for going after your dreams...dont blame you a bit for choosing the Philippines. Im sure you will have a happy life and manage to make a decent living or better. Good luck. ... Read More
Northern Luzon? by Duder
Howdy, This is my first post here, I never thought I would ever look into retiring in the PI! I was stationed at Clark for 8 years total in the 80's. My wife is from Pangasanan so I am looking at northern Luzon. Actually way far up north. I found ...
Nice report on La Union Charlie....thank you. I just may check it out myself. Read More
Stench from the rivers. by dkcape
In my 4 weeks i have been here,i am shocked at the state of some of the rivers in Manila and other cities near by.The stench is unbearable and just too much rubbish floating on the water.My question is:Can one see it ever getting clean again? And ...
The only solution is to end corruption in the Philippines. So, there will be no solution. It will never be clean. Read More
American visiting Manila, Dumaguete, and Leyte
Hi you guys, Thank you! I will either be in Alabang or Intramuros, and I will be back later in the month too. Don't have a local number yet...I will post when I do. See ya Read More
American visiting Manila, Dumaguete, and Leyte
Hello you guys, my name is Jim. Im visiting the Philippines this February for about three weeks. Im interested in staying in Manila for just three days and exploring other areas. I would like to meet up with some expats or locals in Manila February ... Read More
Philippines Stopping Filipinas from Leaving As A Tourist? by thailen
I have a filipina girlfriend who I invited to live with me in Thailand. She is hearing that Thailand immigration is stopping filipinos at the Bangkok airport for not having enugh thai money, for not having a valid reason to come in, etc., even ...
yes, showing her previous travel in Singapore will make a difference. But, if she overstayed in Singapore she will be questioned in immigration. Don't worry much, let your girlfriend use her guts in dealing with immigration officials ;)Hello there, ... Read More
Visting next month...
Hello all, My name is Jim. I work in the fire service and recently completed a nursing program so its time to take that trip to my future home.... Hope to meet any individuals or familes interested in cultural exchange and friendship with a ... Read More