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auculture

auculture

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Australian expat in the Philippines

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Registration: 26 February 2017

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auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Fabien Occhipinti

Live in Philippines - can a foreigner become an owner? by Fabien Occhipinti

Hello i want to know if a foreigner in pinas can become an owner ?

auculture

Condos you can only own for 50 years... as others mentionted you wont the land either. Quite honestly btwn the risks of typhoons, landslires floods, earthquakes and taxes I have always said i will stick to renting. While in Western countries its not ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
pej1111

Ways to save money when Living in the Philippines! by pej1111

Feel free to post all and everything about saving money. From money transfers through to growing your own food, and everything in-between.

auculture

A great money saver is Metro Deal. I use it alot They have heavily discounted prices like 30 to 60% for stuff that is usally big ticket. From the Marine Park to buffets in top end hotels, hotels, trips. I have never had a problem. You need to just ... Read More

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8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

Im jealous! Like most here im bound to Manila by work but love to travel. Ive been to Davao and loved it. Is Mati also safe? Everyone i talk to writes off the entire area 😕 perhaps a rumour the locals started to keep everyone away?? ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

In response to safety i have to disagree... i orginanlly felt the same and didnt live in a gated community at first. Then i had intruders break in twice. It will happen. dont be so naive to forget this is a third world country which there are ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

Im from Australia also, my monthly medication costs here would usually last me 3 months in Australia... 3500php a month. that said, a big reason for the expenses here is the monopoly... drug stores "bid" w local mayors by offering a ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

Where is Mati? 😊 Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

Hi hope i'm not being fussy but your total of P36,225 a momth does not add up from your price breakdown: Rent P 10,00 Grocery P 19,000 Car Fuel P 3,675 Electric gas water P4000 Internet P2950 phone P 600 Gym P1950 Cable tv P600 Misc ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

Btw.. I live in Manila... outside of metro is much cheaper Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Cost of living in the Philippines - 2017 by Priscilla

Hello, Before moving to Philippines, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded ...

auculture

When it comes to renting as we all know... its location, location location... if its cheap there is a reason... could be a flood prone area, heavy traffic or not too safe for foreigners. Been there, done that! My advice is allow a decent budget for ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

How has your life changed in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Has your life changed since you moved to Philippines? If so, in what way? Tell us more about all the changes in your life regarding your family, job, or friends. What about your frame of mind? How would you define your mood? ...

auculture

I am more patient, relaxed, thankful and less anxious. Yes all good things- just know it comes from giving into the way things are done here, which can be testing. I have grown so much, but i had to let go of my "western ideals" it ... Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Mistakes expats make in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Philippines? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...

auculture

You can donload their app for any phone. You book via the app i dont think they have a contact number ?? Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Mistakes expats make in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Philippines? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...

auculture

Safest bet is uber. Download the app. It is reliable and you will confirm the fare before the driver picks you up. I have used them 2 years and never had a problem. If you dont want to add your bank details you can pay the driver cash. Read More

auculture replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Mistakes expats make in the Philippines by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Philippines? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you ...

auculture

I have lived in Manila for 6yrs, and it was not planned. Mistakes I have made.... alot! Some basics: Communication: As an Australian I really struggled w this. Filipinos want to be accomodating to you, so they often wont tell you if they think you ... Read More