

accrington
English looking for information about Philippines
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Registration: 26 March 2015
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Problems for expats buying a house and lot by Aussie Engraver
The requirement that your Filipino wife owns the land you buy for your house and lot is well known. I think it's a good idea - unlike here in Australia where huge amounts of real estate are owned by foreign people. BUT - How can the husband ...

HE! HE! Poor kid!馃榾馃榾馃榿 Read More


I NEED A STAY IN NANNY/MAID FOR MY 2 KIDS ! by theasumera
i'm in need of an all aound maid to work in sta ana manila, to mostly take care of my 2 kids, a 6 yr old boy and 4 yr old girl. bantay lang ng bata halos ang gagawin, basta marunong magsaing(rice cooker nmn gamit), marunong magprito khit pano( ...

Housekeeper/Childcarer if you want good English (governor)ha ha! Read More


Mindset Filipino currency by Wayne 07
When I go to buy something in Philippines I convert the price to U. S. dollars and start thinking how much I am spending from Amercian mindset not filipino. The problem with this is that I don't get a real understanding of the cost from ...

I flagged a trike down in Legazpi near airport and asked him to come back to hotel later and take around. Beautiful guy. He came back for us when we went for drinks and was always on time. I played for each journey and 50 tip on a 30 fare. Next day ... Read More


I NEED A STAY IN NANNY/MAID FOR MY 2 KIDS ! by theasumera
i'm in need of an all aound maid to work in sta ana manila, to mostly take care of my 2 kids, a 6 yr old boy and 4 yr old girl. bantay lang ng bata halos ang gagawin, basta marunong magsaing(rice cooker nmn gamit), marunong magprito khit pano( ...

I agree that you should not disrespect other maid. In fact I would not call her/he a maid at all. I would be interested for a few months but am not allowed to work in Philippines. A British citizen and only visit for month at a time. Read More


Not an expat, just looking for foreign friends here in Makati city by Austy
I am 21 years old, guy. Is that fine? Not an expat, just wanting to have a foreign friends here. Message me if you are interested.

Hello there!. I'm Linda and would love to meet you with my boyfriend next year. I am 52yrs old and am coming over from England February/March next year. Am learning a little Tagalog and could do with a little help. Will be meeting friend in ... Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

I have 拢35k now and am saving 拢4k each year. Depending how many times I holiday there. Some people complaining about the exchange there. Go back home then. Places I go they have nothing and are delighted to see you. Can do without those ... Read More


care for the children by mover56
i am working on a program helping streetchildren, abandoned and neglected to have even an informal and supplemental education. i can't do it alone with my minimal wage but my passion grows on as i see children undressed, with empty stomach and ...

Good for you. I tried to enroll for volunteer work with a project for street children but the organisation did not work the months I was going to go.I thought it would have been a all year round project. (Probably aimed at gap year goody part time ... Read More


Housing in Manila by Franc182
Where to look for a room or apt or family Living situation ?o arrive in June

I recently found plenty through airbnb. Much better than hotels. Good luck. Read More


Where do expats live in philippines? by VSIVISA
Where do expats live in philippines?

My flight from Manila to busuanga was cancelled 5mins after being seated. Due to loss of daylight. No runway lights in busuanga. Cebu pacific ordered shuttle bus to hotel overnight and rescheduled a flight for next morning. Couldn't fault them. ... Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

It was Bicol region. Would not do anything silly. One property just needed glueing back together. Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

What about buying a property there before? Saw a lovely house in a condo in Legazpi for 拢11.000. Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

So if Anoyanoy(ha ha) Aquino is austed as they were discussing on CNN Philippines do you think it could get better? Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

Not bloody retiring tomorrow.馃榾 But would like to clear off before 65yrs old. Before this dump drags me down! Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

I fancy staying in Metro Manila but what I've seen since last year property will be too expensive. Love the Ermita district. Mabini street I had great fun with the girls. Needless to say they not earn any money that night. Was told by taxi ... Read More


retirement in Philippines by accrington
Is it possible for single English woman to retire on a savings of 拢35.000?

I am only 52yr at moment and have 拢26.000 so far. Would have more if not keep paying for boyfriend holiday too. Will only have British state pension coming in. Am learning Tagalog now and hope to donate a week holiday to work with Manila's ... Read More