Mark
@markandjane
English looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 06 December 2011
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Tell me about it I am still trying to sell my Bogo house since 2008. Considering renting it out by the room or the entire house. :cool:Sorry to hear that, Charles...although we know the area we want to live, we won't make any commitment until our ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Ishar is stating the law. Only a Philippino citizen can own land. A 13a residency does not grant citizenship. Study the law and not the embassy website. You can have your Philippino spouse who is a citizen purchase land but will be in her name.Yes, ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Yes, she is pointing out how the law stands on a foreigner owning a residential building etc...not a foreigner holding a 13a residency visa...period So, its your opinion the official Philippines embassy website dont actually know what there on ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Ishar is stating the law. Only a Philippino citizen can own land. A 13a residency does not grant citizenship. Study the law and not the embassy website. You can have your Philippino spouse who is a citizen purchase land but will be in her name.Yes, ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Ishar is stating the law. Only a Philippino citizen can own land. A 13a residency does not grant citizenship. Study the law and not the embassy website. You can have your Philippino spouse who is a citizen purchase land but will be in her name.Yes, ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Then please do tell me where Ive misunderstood on your very own Philippine Embassy website ' Foreigners in possession of a valid 13a residency visa can purchase land / property to reside on'...looking forward very much to being enlightened. I agree ... Read More
Is Price paramount in Phills
Nearly everything is diluted Pete...the paint whats put on the walls..the fuel whats put in the motor vehicles to the concrete to build our houses....I could go on and on...frm what I gather, its the normal way things are done. Depressing ... Read More
Cost of Housing
I have to agree with you Pete...to get the same sort of house we are going to buy in Cavite, we would have to win the lotto to buy its equal in London....we know there are risks but, hey we are not those types who spend there days sat on the fence ... Read More
Marriage formalities by Jona3300
Hello all, I have a unique problem that I would like advise on. I was married to my wife in April 2010 in IloIlo, upon my return to the U.S.A I learn that my divorce from a previous marriage did not officially finalize until 2 weeks after my ...
if there is no married certificate found in her name at NSO or {national statistic office} verry easy to her to get cenomar {certificate of no marrieds found at her name}I would tread very carefully here....all because the husband didn't ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
A foreigner can hold a lease of 50 years (plus extension?). What would prevent a foreigner contractually agreeing to purchase a lease on property for an amount equal to the purchase price so that the purchase and the lease were simultaneous ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
There is a woman in Lapu-Lapu who does all the processing and running around for you for the 13A processing, that is she completes all the paperwork and makes runs to your home to get signatures and paperwork. I can send you her contact and price ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Only real advantage is not to have to do visa runs. But then your subject to exit tax.Depends on your own situation.....yes, no more visa runs. The main reason for me getting the resident visa 13a, is that it will save me whole bunch of British ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
It is my understanding that if a 13A visa application is granted you (foreigner) can indeed legally own property in The Philippines. As well as unlimited stay and be able to work.Only real advantage is not to have to do visa runs. But then your ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
mark again, did you check the prices of really good international schools? british school for example???? I was decided to make a second child until I discovered the prices of the "really good" international schools. not to mention the long waiting ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
mark again, did you check the prices of really good international schools? british school for example???? I was decided to make a second child until I discovered the prices of the "really good" international schools. not to mention the long waiting ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
Oh, pity Philippines and Filipino people...just try to balance the pros and cons of moving in the Philippines with your family.There's a lot of people out there who would really take advantage to other people not only in the Phils. but to other ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
mark what I don,t really understand is why a young guy like you with kids would want to come here and live.this is a place maybe to retire to when you reach your twilight years and kids fly the nest,as you,ve said your not green and been before ,in ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
that was mean :-) well yeah life is full of surprises. but I just wanna say, do not also count on a mansion as well. because in good districts of manila, real estate prices are quite high. you might end up buying a small condo, instead of your ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
Charles, could you please avoid redirecting 大咖福利影院 members to your own forum ? that's not nice :whistle:You won't have probs there, Julien. This is one the best organised and informative forums Ive come across :) Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
Hi yes there is a lot of negativity, not only on this forum but with expats in Phills in general, but these things do happen In my circle of expat mates which is less than 10, 1 has been dumped by his wife and left pennyless and 2 have made bad ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
ok mark sounds fair enough but just remember if you buy a mansion over here it will have to be in wifes name and if she decides to trade you in for a younger model kiss goodbye to your assets lol its happened to a lot of guys here .that was mean :-) ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
WOW!!....alot of negativity here :), a sure sign of showing insecurities in one's self.... I'll have a 13a visa :)..all bases covered, not that its needed..the idea of obtaining the 13a visa is so im not restricted :) Im aware of house prices in ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
It is my experience that it is very difficult to earn in Phills the amount of money we foriegner need to live on. in our case (3 kids wife & I ) it is around 60,000p per month, we have fillipino friends who live on 25% of that 15,000p. We have a ... Read More
just thinking... by ngb
I saw and heard that there are many Indian men who are married with Filipina women.... may i know the reason why??? aside from they are in love..what does Indian men saw in Filipina women that made them to fall in love with them?
Hi Beng Well you can put it the other way round too " Why does a filipina women marry Indian men " anyway To what I have experienced is the unconditional love the way they take care just like taking care of a new born child,veering much caring , ... Read More
just thinking... by ngb
I saw and heard that there are many Indian men who are married with Filipina women.... may i know the reason why??? aside from they are in love..what does Indian men saw in Filipina women that made them to fall in love with them?
I saw and heard that there are many Indian men who are married with Filipina women.... may i know the reason why??? aside from they are in love..what does Indian men saw in Filipina women that made them to fall in love with them?you mean, what do ... Read More
Buying property in the Philippines by Christine
Hi, can a foreigner buy property in the Philippines? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in the Philippines? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...
It is my understanding that if a 13A visa application is granted you (foreigner) can indeed legally own property in The Philippines. As well as unlimited stay and be able to work. Read More
Public transportation in Manila by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Manila ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Too much competition and if you get into an accident (and you will), will probably be liable. These guys are making peanuts and your health will suffer given the amount of pollution and stress you will be subject to. Plus you will have to hire a ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
its just an idea at the moment..it was put forward by my mother in law :) Its either do something there or work 6 months a year in the UK leaving my family there...not ideal!! you know, we were so poor in the UK, all we had was money! I fully ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila by markandjane
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ...
thanks for your replys....there's some misunderstanding...this service is already there....observe what goes on in the mall of Asia SM terminal building...you not only have jeepneys there...our expectations are minimal...our van will be bought out ... Read More
Public transportation in Manila by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Manila ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Hello to all.....My first post here :) My family and I are moving back to Manila mid 2013....Im British and my wife is filipina. Im too young to do nothing so, Im wondering if I can drive a van (a to b, back to a) not FX. I imagine it would all ... Read More
Family and I moving to Manila
Hi, Im Mark, ...im married to Jane, my filipina wife and we have children. We are all live in London UK. We are all moving back to the Philippines (metro Manila) mid 2013. My question is this....can I, a British National, drive as a pro ... Read More
Public transportation in Manila by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Manila ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Hello to all.....My first post here :) My family and I are moving back to Manila mid 2013....Im British and my wife is filipina. Im too young to do nothing so, Im wondering if I can drive a van (a to b, back to a) not FX. I imagine it would all ... Read More