arty5987
American expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 14 April 2023
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US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said 鈥淗ave a nice Trip鈥滱 few days later made a ...
So what鈥檚 the big deal?! If you are a legal US citizencitizen, there should be no problem. The Philippines system is a joke compared to the United States. Read More
US Immigration/Banking by vehicross100
Finally after 10 years we made our first trip to the states. My Wife had absolutely no issues with Immigration. They asked where we are going, Took a look at our hotel reservations and said 鈥淗ave a nice Trip鈥滱 few days later made a ...
So what鈥檚 the big deal.!? If you are a legal US citizen, there should be no problem. The Philippines system is a joke compared to the United States. Read More
Places to live in Cebu, Philippines by piattepye
What are some other cities than Cebu City to retire in Cebu
How about checking out Alta Vista Estates. It鈥檚 a golf and country club with all the amenities right there. My home is way up with all Mountain View behind me. My wife works in the clinic there two days a week just to keep herself busy. She ... Read More
Propane tankless water heater by flyrite777
Does anyone have any information on where to buy a propane tankless whole house water heater?聽 I bought one 20 years ago at Handyman but now I cannot find any.聽 I know they have to be in the Manila area but I am not having any luck.Greg
@gregparker6201 Lazada tankless water heaters are not good. It鈥檚 easy just to go to a hardware store and get a good one. Also it depends one whether you want multiple function. Sink and shower. Mine are all electric and good for shower as well Read More
HOA Billing CondoCorp Horrors馃槺馃サ by KenUSA
Does anyone have experience dealing with Condo CORP HOA Billing for condos in Bonifacio Global City, TAGUIG 鉂� I have two condos there and even after paying 12 months in advance all my dues they keep sending me bills and penalties and ...
@mugtech Exactly right!!! Hey Ken USA鈥� BUILD A HOUSE! Condos here in the Philippines are a complete joke. Besides. They are the size of bird cages. Read More
Viagra and similar brands? Do they seek here in phil?? by Wimbleton
Have seen these in Asia ads but not in Phil ! Are they not SOLD here ??
@bjacksb is that the reason you鈥檙e coming to the Philippines?!!! REALLY??? So I guess your intention is sex with younger women?? Read More
Manila Teppanyaki Grill in Manila by talamban
I am taking my Partner to Manila April 18 - 24th for her Birthday - First time she has been on an airplane or away from Cebu. I want her to enjoy some special restaurants experiences. I see that Fogo de Chao and Texas Roadhouse (in Venice Mall) are ...
@Skip Scott Filling Station Bar and Cafe鈥� That place is horrible! Don鈥檛 bother. Customer service is completely rude and food was undercooked with zero apology from management or staff. Read More
Move money from US bank to the Phils... by tpiro
Hey y'all... Planning on my retirement in the Philippines 2022 and if by chance I get the opportunity to purchase a place say for $65k US.. how would one get that $$ over from my US bank to the Phils? Because it will be a while before I can ...
@Plazz very very true! Read More
Water in the Philippines by Col Rootentoot
EDITORIAL 鈥� No Water to DrinkThe Philippine Star January 27th, 2024 (snipped for brevity)https://www.philstar.com/opinion/2024/01/27/2328906/editorial-no-water-drinkThe government is readying measures amid expectations of a strong El ...
@mugteck and how do you know that so called 鈥渂lue bottle鈥� was safe to drink? is it because they said so? When you live in a barrio or any rural area in the Philippines, don鈥檛 trust anything as being safe and especially ... Read More
Filipino Drivers by arty5987
Why are Filipinos such bad drivers?Is it just ignorance of the rules, or is it something deeper?V聽VERNON B. SARNEOCTOBER 21, 2017聽77,512 VIEWSA A AWhy can't we respect something as simple and universal as the yellow box? ILLUSTRATION BY ...
@Michaelm54 How can you justify the stupidity of drivers here with America?! It鈥檚 bad enough that there is absolutely no traffic rules here whatsoever, but that doesn鈥檛 justify the lack of intelligence and courtesy of the Filipinos ... Read More
Filipino Drivers
Why are Filipinos such bad drivers?Is it just ignorance of the rules, or is it something deeper?V聽VERNON B. SARNEOCTOBER 21, 2017聽77,512 VIEWSA A AWhy can't we respect something as simple and universal as the yellow box? ILLUSTRATION BY ... Read More
Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate... by Larry Fisher
So we currently have a simple interlink fence around the front and halfway back the sides of house. This old fence is held up by weak home made wood posts. Basically it's all shit. The front entry to my parking pad and the property is a inward ...
@bigpearl 鈥� maybe it鈥檚 just the fact that the area is a golf and country club development, not a crime ridden area like you鈥檙e suggesting. Location, location etc. ring those bells鈥� ding ding. BUILD THAT BARBED WIRE!! Read More
Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate... by Larry Fisher
So we currently have a simple interlink fence around the front and halfway back the sides of house. This old fence is held up by weak home made wood posts. Basically it's all shit. The front entry to my parking pad and the property is a inward ...
@bigpearl 鈥� The security guards open the arm to let us in as we approach their station. What the hell are you referring to? They know us by name. They actually smile (and salute which I don鈥檛 find necessary) and let us right in. And you ... Read More
Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate... by Larry Fisher
So we currently have a simple interlink fence around the front and halfway back the sides of house. This old fence is held up by weak home made wood posts. Basically it's all shit. The front entry to my parking pad and the property is a inward ...
@bigpearl 鈥� I live in Cebu. No problems here. Need to pass two security guard stations before you reach my home. Choose your area of living wisely! What is it that real estate agents always say about the three most important factors when ... Read More
Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate... by Larry Fisher
So we currently have a simple interlink fence around the front and halfway back the sides of house. This old fence is held up by weak home made wood posts. Basically it's all shit. The front entry to my parking pad and the property is a inward ...
@Larry Fisher鈥�. Why the hell do you need barbed wire??!! What kind of area are you living in? Is it a prison camp or a home? Read More