GoetzPhil
German expat in the Philippines
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About me
German
Speaks German and English
Registration: 08 May 2022
From your initial decision to start a new life to successfully settling into your new home, I will guide you with practical support either by videochat or thru on-site support here in Cebu. My consultation covers everything from preparations in your ...
Why I dont like Gcash by Filamretire
My wife was asking for a gcash account. Not that I dont trust her, but Gcash is registered to a phone number ie an app with security code. You can deposit to gcash many places using cash and send money to anyone. The problem is I have no way of ...
I use Gcash since its tarted and over the years its one of the most reliable apps. Sure customer service is not as oood as its just virtual, but the app itself is working always. Read More
Legal Visa Assistance to Philippines by GuestPoster3674
Want to work, live, travel or retire here in Philippines? Feel free to send me a message. Honest, reliable and 101% Legal. Will help you process your documents and/or requirements or your money back GUARANTEE.
I can recommend the best VISA agency in Cebu-City. Run by the former head of the PRA here so he is best connected, that's a plus in case you have a more difficult visa case.If you like the address just PM me. Read More
SRRV Payments by elnidophill
did you already pay All money, who has experience???
Usually SRRV is a straight forward process, just bureaucracy involved. It did it myself 2 yearsago - until the program was put on hold an I got stuck.That way I met the former head of the PRA in Cebu - Sir Rommel - and he is now my preferred guy in ... Read More
Day trading in Philippines by Parvaze
Hi all - Anyone day trading online from the Philippines here? I've had a measure of success and would like to continue when I move there. Will keep my US address and use a VPN to access Think or swim (TD Ameritrade). Given that internet speeds ...
Philippine internet is BAD - dont trust the pink times shown here by people that use OOKLA and believe what hey see.I have Goble Fibre here with 200MBit up/down - sounds fast yeah - only that PING is horrible!San Fransico - 204msNew York - ... Read More
Visiting Cebu City by MBuff
Hello All,My name is Mike. I'm 58 from San Diego, CA. Coming out to Cebu City in less than two weeks (Feb 21, 2023). I've been interested in the Philippines for a long time. Bought a one-way ticket. Hoping to spend the allowed 30 days exploring ...
You bought a one -way ticket - only?They wont let you enter if you don't show an exit ticket! Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
@Moon Dog I love especially the water and fire proof design ;) Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
Can you please start your own thread with links to your roofing videos hehehe or be so kind and get back to the topic of my videos here :-) Salamat Read More
Starlink Internet vs local internet by aklokow
Hi AllJust wanted to know if anyone is using Starlink? We decided to get Starlink when they had this special in the philippines of initail price to be 10K less until August. So we got our today, the monthly fee compare to our existing internet is ...
The problem with PLDT, Globe, Converge and Smart is NOT the connection when you have it. Usually, they work and deliver the 200Mbit you pay for.Unfortunately, there are rare occurrences where the connection is just NOT there ...And then the fun in ... Read More
Starlink Internet vs local internet by aklokow
Hi AllJust wanted to know if anyone is using Starlink? We decided to get Starlink when they had this special in the philippines of initail price to be 10K less until August. So we got our today, the monthly fee compare to our existing internet is ...
I did a video too about what you need to know BEFORE buying Starlink.But in short:Starlink is ONLY usable with a valid credit card here, no Paypal Gcash or other payments are possible.2700 is the location-based rate, if you live in the province and ... Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
@aklokow I guess you should invest in 10KW more batteries, your system is strong and might fill the batteries during the day already, and you loose quite some KW. If you would store these you can use them in the evening and save additional money. Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
Most of my haters are just jealous, so bare with them pls.To make it short - initial invest was 8x500W panels, 5KW Hybrid inveter and 10KW LiFePO4 battery plus installation - 320k PHP. 1 year later a 2nd LiFePo4 10KW battery at 80k incl. Free ... Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
@B DmitriyI dont do Net-Meetering as I dont have a big enough installation to really earn money. Net-Metering is best if you could sell lie 30-40KW per day - that would need a 10KW plant on the roof.I understand that no forum wants to be used for ... Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text by GoetzPhil
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ...
@B Dmitriy Im not Off-Grid. That would double or triple the cost and needed roof space for panels as you need to calculate for a longer period of clouds - or it would need an extra generator that would cost expensive gasoline. Read More
My solar experience - in a video - because no one reads so much text
I installed my 4KW plant 18 month ago, upgraded it 6 month ago with a 2nd 10KW battery and just last month upgraded from 4KW to 6KW.Its a video, because I guess even everyone tells so, most of you wont read the 20K text script I prepared for it.So ... Read More
SRRV holders and BANKS ..... by emvaningen
I am interested to hear experiences with the following possible banking issues:PRA ID card not recognised by banksDifficulty opening a bank account, unless it is BDO in Pacific Starr building in Makati.Issues getting a creditcard application ...
When I opened my Metrobank account the look on the tellers face what all I needed - they just do not know this kind of ACR card. Theres just 75k people that have it in all the Philippines compared to millions of tourists.Show them your Visa in the ... Read More
visa extension behind 3 years by italypolo
any one know/get/apply for tourist visa聽extension behind 3 years?my visa is 3 years on feb 2021,,,cant make visa run as corona still here
The reason why there is no clear answer from a local BI branch is simply that no regulation for overstaying after 3 years exists!The law states that you can stay up to 3 years. If you miss a renewal it's 500php fine each month.Thats it!But there is ... Read More
Question about food and water by JustCallMeJoe
OK, I know that I can't drink water from the tap and that even with other water my stomach probably can't handle water that a local's stomach can handle. But, a few questions for those of you living in the Philippines a long time: If the water is ...
Tap water is chloride here for obvious reasons. But I have used it here in Cebu City for brushing my teeth for 10 years and never had a problem.Drinking Water from the Gallons is usually manufactured by the most used technique and millions of people ... Read More
25+ year old Misdemeanor and SRRV by DocTony
Hello all,As the topic briefly states, I had a misdemeanor for theft back in 1997. It was a stupid misunderstanding that I plead guilty to because I was afraid that since I had just arrived in the state, they would consider me a flight risk and ...
Where are you located? My SRRV visa agent is the former head of PRA here in Cebu-City, so he would be best to answer your question. Read More