what I love about BGC is the fact that is pedestrian friendly. I work in one of the buildings near high street and during my lunch hours I would just enjoy my break there in Krispy Kreme. Actually I saw you guys strolling there a few months ago was a bit shy to say Hi but will definitely do so the next time I'd see you guys there
Let me tell you life is not all about work. I lived in Ortigas from 2005 to 2012 when it was at its peak. I was less than a minute away from work but that's all. Week-ends and nights were boring.
Bgc is a haux. They sell condos as expensive as those in Chicago or New York but pay their manpower as low as 150USD monthly and expect them to provide "world class" service.
I agree. Its the same in Baguio...where I live. Housing cost is the same as Florida but yet....labor is $10 a day to build a home on average...some skills cost more and some less but you get the point. I almost bought in BGC but if your going to fly half way across the world to live in BGC....you might as well just stay in the US. Living in BGC is like living in s shopping mall....cool...but not reality.
That’s why Philippines will always be a 3rd world country no matter what. >Greedy businessmen paying peanuts to their workers >corrupt politicians stealing money from workers. Happy that we now lived in New Zealand. Where people value dignity and fairness. We only visit Philippines to see our relatives and relax in beautiful beaches but otherwise were happy to live permanently overseas.
@@uchniezt1212 During the 2008 financial crisis and housing market collapse, the US housing market saw an average decline of 20-30% while the Philippines saw an average of 40-60% decline in home values during that same time period. The reason is because in the USA home values are determined by COMPS (comparable sales) while in the Philippines home vales are determined by PFV (projected future value). So if you purchase a condo in the Philippines you are paying what developers believe the price will be for the condo development in 5-7 years. This is good for developers such as DMCI and Ayala land because they are able to draw on future demand to maximize profits and increase their stock evaluations but it's a unsustainable system that will eventually lead to a severe housing market crash if liquidity dries up. This explains why the Philippines central banks has maintain a easy money policy while the US and the collective west is still on a tightening policy.
@@uchniezt1212 You somehow completely missed @myk7594's point, it's not about the pricing of the condos, it's about how low they pay their employees whilst expecting a world-class service.
I do real estate in New York, so I've seen plenty of condos, and this one blew my mind. The high end finishes, the level of sophistication, the thoughtfully designed layout. Wow.
Hi guys, I'm a senior designer here in California, I appreciate what you do for this country. Making people from other countries get to know the culture & the people of the Philippines through your vlogs. Well, the Philippines are becoming famous through-out the world. I am a Filipino American located in Irvine, CA
@@bonifacioalora7146 your clueless why watch these white foreigners pinoybaiting the country exploiting it for views. This isn’t the reality of the average pinoy
No kidding! $3M USD?!? Granted, this is the larger premium unit, so maybe the smaller units are only $2M USD. 😄 I'm skeptical that 86% of the units are sold. Sounds like a great sales tactic. Hurry, buy now before they're all gone!
Thank you for loving philippines, Filipinos appreciate it. I'm an overseas filipino worker (ofw) here in Riyadh KSA and follower of your two chanel. Wish 1M subscribers for you guys... Enjoy exploring philippines ❤ your videos.
That price is insane! Moved to Texas from the Philippines 20 years ago and we haven’t been back since 2009. Thought about buying a condo so we have a place to stay at when we go back there again to visit. But after watching your video, we would rather buy a bigger house here than buy an expensive condo we would not even use all year round. Anyhow, thanks for another great video. I always have a smile on my face when I watch y’all. Your family is just so endearing and likable. I’m pretty sure you guys don’t need it but I never skip ads while watching so I can show my support. God bless the Lockwoods! Looking forward to seeing more of y’all! 💛
Thanks for watching from Texas! This condo is on the extreme side when it comes to price. We have found more affordable options for new buildings. We do have a new episode coming up soon, and the prices are much more reasonable.
It's nice to see foreigners living in the Philippines. First time watching your vlog. I will be here for more. Great condo. Thanks for taking us to your journey. New Yorker here 👋
thats trash the money i live with my girlfriend in arrezzo place,pasig 14k and beautifull place italian style usa people are a real joke,people are starving in the ph and bgc is a buble,if you want to see and feel life a of a real pinoy get out side that buble bgc is part of taguic.
Love this kind of content! Watching from Sydney and dreaming of owning a place like this in BGC. For city living, I think BGC can’t be beat. The atmosphere and friendly, relaxed people in the PH and being surrounded by everything you need. Low cost of good quality services and can even hire a helper to make life easier. But I must say that price is insane! Hope you show some mid range or even low cost options as well. 😅
The price is insane but we love touring homes in all price points. It was fun to look around. We're just going to wait until we win the lottery to buy one :)
Hi, new subscriber here from Texas. I grew up in the Philippines and left there in 1969 for Texas. I just found your videos and can relate to most of your content. When visiting Manila, we stay at BGC due to proximity to a lot of places. It’s also clean, safe and enjoyable. My daughter, born in Texas, also enjoys staying at BGC, as well as her husband and two children. I’ve thought of retiring there, but my daughter and son as well as my grandchildren are here in the States.
I'm soo happy Brooklyn loves to read. Reading expands your mind and how you percieve the world. Your vocabulary will also be a big plus. You can someday talk to your parents and make them feel like they were nonchallantly walking then getting hit and run over by a thesaurus... YOU. Keep it up, B.
Canadian-Filipino soon gonna be 45 years in Toronto, never been back but am so amazed to see this place called BGC. Crunching my numbers coz in 16 months I'll be in retirement and BGC will definitely be my home base!
Great tour. Man those prices are insane! You could buy like 10 - 15 condos in different areas like Makati, Pasay, Ortigas, Mandaluyong, and Greenhills area for that price
I was there looking for retirement place last year and found that BGC properties are way too expensive. I guess it depends on the builder and location. Obviously, that particular Condo is on the high-end. There are middle tier ones for half or third of the price but amenities will be a lot lower in quality. This current pricing is not sustainable and may result in corrections. I'll wait.
@@livethephilippines I agree with that. I love BGC as I love walking to everywhere. As you get older, they said you need to walk and exercise, and that place is going to be perfect with me. Plus of course the shops, food options, adjacent to the airport and Makati BCD. More secure too and friendly people. It's a nice and cozy place to retire or have a base as you travel and visit more provinces and major cities in Asia, Europe , WestCoast USA and the middle east. Goodluck and may you find your perfect spot in that beautiful place.
@@livethephilippines theres going to be a lot of retired nurses from america and europe....i feel the prices are going to skyrocket for these over priced units...it will be like new york in the 80's and 90's everyone kept saying overpriced...and then a decade later the prices tripled. if it werent for the lurking south china sea problem and awful traffic at nearby cities...philippines would be a good place to invest. time will tell wish i have a couple melons to spend...
3M Dollars WOW!! THAT'S AMAZINGLY EXPENSIVE, more expensive than the new MODERN Condo unit in downtown Denver, Thanks for showing us the current price of real estate there in BGC.
I don't understand why anyone is coming to the Philippines anyways spending 389k monthly just for rent? My monthly pension is on 135k and I would only rent a place that cost between 20k to 30k and we are a family of 4.
There are many foreigners that relocated to the Philippines on 2 to 4 year assignments. Their companies provide housing allowance and they usually pay one year in advance plus two months deposit. The rental rates range from 80K to 150K pesos a month in the CBD my rental units are located. BGC can charge more than that because it’s Metro Manila’s most prime CBD along with Makati.
i think im going to buy that penthouse as soon as i win the lottery here in CAD. Thank you for showing us OFW how expensive BGC really is and good job on making good contents. keep it up guys! cheers.
OK one more thought, you saw the Ocampo's elect bill video. If you keep that place AC'd in all the rooms all the time. That will be another 5 to 7 hundred dollars, U.S. green money a month. ( of course you folks will be gone alot ) We only use the AC in our two bedrooms and maybe one room for a nap in the afternoon. Our bill for just that much is a little over $125. a month. Not sure if the AC units can only use the fan part during the day and add the cool at night ? We can have a fan only in our home furnace in the U.S.
Its due to Filipino-Chinese Oligarchy Owned Meralco which jacks up electric price higher than Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and equal to Japan, probably the reason, many companies do not have manufacturing in the Philippines.
There are two kitchens because the second kitchen is what we call a "dirty kitchen." It is usually an outdoor kitchen to separate from the main living space, keeping the smoke, fuel smell and oil grime out. The kitchen can be a busy and chaotic space. So a dirty kitchen/separate isolated kitchen is great to have if the family is using the living room for work, study or simply having a guest over to chill.
I plan to retire in the Philippines and your channel really helps me find the benefits of living in BGC. I live in Maryland close to National Harbor but it’s that time of my life to find a retirement home. I love that you are showing us what’s the latest in Manila and $3M for that penthouse unit is a bargain compared to the real estate here in Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC area. Thanks for this episode.
we'll probably be fighting for that unit cause I'm also expecting to win the Lottery in 2025. Great walk-thru in my soon-to-be condo unit!...Love your videos!
Hi guys! There are so many other nice condos outside BGC. You just have to know a good reliable sales person in finding the right condo for your family.
That is indeed a very serious undertaking. I hope you've carefully considered every detail regarding your financial capacity. Good luck. I'm an OFW subscribed and following you guys from Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
So, when are we moving in? Such a gorgeous place! We can't wait to move in with you guys...lol. Condo goals 🙌 It's definitely luxury hotel-style living. We can't wait to see the final product.
Please check Versailles Alabang, in the Philippines. They're selling prime townhouses that foreigners can own. With that price, you can already own a landed property.
you guys should check Alabang Muntinlupa, which has a BGC feel as well but with 1/10th of the price. Metro Manila is HUGE, Alabang is a very happening place as well.
Three million dollars? That's quite a hefty price tag for a 300sqm condo, in my opinion. But if money isn't a concern for you, then by all means, go for it. I must say, the finishing and interior design are top-notch-truly elegant. However, with that 3M dollars, you could potentially invest in a house and lot in Ayala-Alabang, offering a more opulent living environment.
As a real estate agent its really the best and smartest choice to buy in pre-selling units, the value really sky rockets upon completion of the unit. Great for investment and BGC is one of the best place to invest into
OFW and immigrant in Italy here watching. Most Filipinos living abroad nowadays invest in real estate properties in the Philippines. At the moment, the Philippines probably has one of the most expensive utility bills in southeast asia but that might change in years to come for as far as I know the government is currently opening it's energy and telecommunications sectors to foreign investors thus in a matter of half a decade or so household expenditures to these services may decrease significantly. There are new expansions going on in the Manila bay areas, the ongoing reclamations which will eventually elevate the city's infrastructures to that of Hongkong and Singapore's. Efforts to address the obsolete transport system in the Philippines is being carried out thus the first subway is on it's way to completion that will interconnect the BGC and other key cities within the metro...and the airports more accessible! Therefore aside from the pristine beaches in over 7k6h islands that can rival the best beaches in the world and the Philippines being located in the center of the north and the ASEAN, I don't find any reason why not considering the Philippines as a second HOME❤🥰❤️
Those all sound like promising improvements. We’ve been very mindful of our energy use here because we’ve been warned about how high electricity bills can be. Thanks for watching from Italy 👋
I was born and raised in Taguig City. The city where BGC is. For me it's getting more and more overrated. Condo units skyrocketed in prices in just a few years! But I don't blame you, BGC is clean, modern and organized compared to other places in Metro Manila.
It’s kind of pricey living in BGC but it’s worthed. Everything is right there shopping mall, restaurants and all the necessities.❤I have my sister who bought a condo last 6yrs ago in BGC that time it’s a little cheaper compared now. But was I saying it’s worth the price❤
Before BGC condo is not that so expensive. thats before the development, But because of propaganda that BGC is SO BEAUTIFUL SO SAFE,etc and people flock and WANTS to LIVE in BGC, wants to purchase, prices of Condo in BGC SKY ROCKETED. it a SUPPLY & DEMAND thing, IF so many people WANTS to live or buy condo property in one particular place, PRICES WILL SURELY GOES UP. look at a place in Muntinlupa city, it is almst similar to BGC but because NO PROPAGANDA was made few people live there. It called Filinvest city,
Of course it's Aurelia by Shangrila, not finished yet but soon units will be turned over. If you want a central location in BGC and cheaper than that of Shangrila, go with Ayala Premiere. My client will soon move there in Aurelia and is selling their Ayala Premiere EGP unit 3br, let me know if interested.
I was watching a 10 min video on the problems folks are having with condo ownership in Florida because of the big condo that collapsed a year or two ago, new rules have been enacted. Condo's now must have money set aside for upkeep, etc. Many big companies have not set aside enough and now owners are getting hit with a huge bill of over 100k so the condo can have enough money on hand for general upkeep. This place has so much to offer,, but, each piece needs to be maintained and what is that going to cost each owner. Some condo companies have been black listed, Insurance companies will not insure a loan to buy, you can not find anyone to buy your unit even at a fire sale price. Even if you pay cash for a unit, what is the monthly maintenance going to cost and when can it be increased and is there a cap on that? One more " not so much for me " is if that place - 3 towers - are even 50 % full, that is too many people in one place.
One don't get these kinds of units even in Singapore, HongKong or Japan due to Size, which is why lots of Singapore real estate companies own BGC condos and then sell it after few years, 80% owners could very well be companies from Singapore and China.
OFW'S send over 6 million U.S. dollars to the Philippines each month. ( my last information was from 2019. I have not seen a news paper since the pandemic. You can tell the family's that are getting this money by the number of folks in S&R or Costco buying heaping baskets of food. Normal locals do not make enough money to shop like that.
Native European, work out of London,UK. BGC seems very appealing to me. Especially since London as a city is has been sinking deeper and further into the black hole it's been in for a while now.
I think what you are doing is wonderful! You live wherever you are happy. We enjoy watching your experiences through your channel. You have a beautiful and wonderful family🙏🏻
I did a research 2 decades ago and Metro Manila is more expensive than New York. People are surprise when I say this but yes. There are rich people in PH that can afford that. Not because the country is poor means that everybody is poor. Of course there will be the one percent (or less) on top…
Hi fam! Good morning! That is insane!!! As a Filipino and as an ex OFW who lived in Japan for 18 years, I am so shocked with the price of that 1 floor condo. It's like 5 times the price of a single apartment in Ginza, Tokyo. I don't think that is reasonable. With that amount, you can already buy a big farm lot in Zambales (where Filipino celebrities own farm lots), in Amadeo - near Tagaytay, in Pampanga (food capital of Manila) and in Cebu (one of the most beautiful province I've ever visited). The apartment has an amazing view but the price is way too expensive. Bet you can already purchase a beach front property in Fresno with that money. Hope to see you guys again in one of my walks with my dog around high street!! Just be patient and you will find the right condo for you. My cousin is a real estate agent BTW. I can give you his number maybe he can help?
New subscriber here. Watching from the Philippines, I love the family vibes of your videos. Relaxing to watch and glad to see a different POV of someone living in the Philippines.
I must admit the finishing touches are exceptional. When comparing the rental in this brand new building that comes with a view with NYC's, $7k is reasonable.
In the Philippines, we usually have 2 kitchens. One is for tbe formal kitchen, the other one is the “dirty” kitchen where we prepare food most if the time if you dont want the whole house to be smelly.
You guys made me want to go back home to the Philippines, just scheduled my flight back this August! haven't been home in 6 years so I'm excited to see what's new since then
I have been wanting to buy a condo for the last 6 years. lol. My issue is the management companies who hold all the power. They dictate your visitors, amenities usage, etc….. Also seems everyone working there knows ur business. That’s been my non-buying reasons. Will rent instead. But again, being in Manila is my goal. Beautiful vibrant city. Many things to do and since we go out so much, renting would be my choice. Hoping u find your great place
Back in 2017/18 there were around 150,000 vacant condo units in metro manila alone. I would assume that's closw to double now. The prices in Manila are ridiculous.
Were only 2towers during f4 &rihana concerts..my gym was middle not sure f stil thre.FinSnow's decision to build big house top of mountain s the best❤buy land nthe province...
My family moved in LA 2012 and we haven’t been home yet since then. But were actually planning to go back because we LOVE Philippines despite bad traffic haha!😂 I love your family and your vlog! Enjoy Manila and keep safe!😘♥️
Yes! I am an Overseas Filipino Worker. Based in Abu Dhabi. I go back to PH for vacation every year. WHEN are you visiting Dubai/ Abu Dhabi ?? COME and visit Abu Dhabi GRAND Mosque, Ferrari World, WarNer Bros World and the Louvre museum Abu Dhabi. Im pretty sure your kids will enjoy Warner Bros and Ferrari World
Thanks for sharing. Crazy how prices are just going nuts in BGC. I enjoy BGC as well but concrete jungle gets old pretty fast. I'd rather buy a condo in BGC for visits then a home in the province...Just saying when you have alot of money why not.
The electricity and Association monthly dues will be astronomical for that unit. Based on the price, we can conclude that the price per square meter is around 550k pesos. If this is in Mactan Cebu, Philippines for example, it would only be 350k per square meter for a luxury condominium near Mactan International Airport
It’s crazy to think that this is much more expensive than some of luxury homes in beverly hills or silicon valley where the median income somewhat fits the neighborhood. Who would buy this when median income of Manila is not even $1k a month. Wow.
Filipino American here living in New Jersey. Love your channels. Thanks for showing better part of Philippines 🇵🇭
Thanks for watching! 🫶🤗❤️🇵🇭
I was born and raise in West Orange NJ, Respect
most of the Philippines is better too, if not the best. Yes for sure there are slim areas, so is everywhere in the world even here in America
what I love about BGC is the fact that is pedestrian friendly. I work in one of the buildings near high street and during my lunch hours I would just enjoy my break there in Krispy Kreme. Actually I saw you guys strolling there a few months ago was a bit shy to say Hi but will definitely do so the next time I'd see you guys there
We love strolling down High Street. Next time say hi 👋 we’d love to meet you 🫶
wowoww 🥰nice to see you here soon..You gonna like your vacatiob here for sure..so many places to explore and adventure too❤😊
Let me tell you life is not all about work. I lived in Ortigas from 2005 to 2012 when it was at its peak. I was less than a minute away from work but that's all. Week-ends and nights were boring.
OFW here from Jeddah Saudia Arabia. Always watching ABC/Mom duty.
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that's definitely the most gorgeous elegant suite unit I've watched in the Philippines. That makes me WOW
Wow 🤩 vibes for sure!
Im the same! I prefer to walk everywhere! That’s why BCG appeals to me so much. It looks sooooo walkable! thanks for all the great BCG content.
Exactly 💯 BGC is so great for pedestrians. We love walking around every day. Everything at our fingertips.
Jajaja usa people think,bgc is a city
Its Part of taguic not even 10 blooks
Bgc is a haux. They sell condos as expensive as those in Chicago or New York but pay their manpower as low as 150USD monthly and expect them to provide "world class" service.
I agree. Its the same in Baguio...where I live. Housing cost is the same as Florida but yet....labor is $10 a day to build a home on average...some skills cost more and some less but you get the point. I almost bought in BGC but if your going to fly half way across the world to live in BGC....you might as well just stay in the US. Living in BGC is like living in s shopping mall....cool...but not reality.
That’s why Philippines will always be a 3rd world country no matter what.
>Greedy businessmen paying peanuts to their workers
>corrupt politicians stealing money from workers.
Happy that we now lived in New Zealand. Where people value dignity and fairness. We only visit Philippines to see our relatives and relax in beautiful beaches but otherwise were happy to live permanently overseas.
@@uchniezt1212 During the 2008 financial crisis and housing market collapse, the US housing market saw an average decline of 20-30% while the Philippines saw an average of 40-60% decline in home values during that same time period. The reason is because in the USA home values are determined by COMPS (comparable sales) while in the Philippines home vales are determined by PFV (projected future value). So if you purchase a condo in the Philippines you are paying what developers believe the price will be for the condo development in 5-7 years.
This is good for developers such as DMCI and Ayala land because they are able to draw on future demand to maximize profits and increase their stock evaluations but it's a unsustainable system that will eventually lead to a severe housing market crash if liquidity dries up. This explains why the Philippines central banks has maintain a easy money policy while the US and the collective west is still on a tightening policy.
Yeah sadly they’re really for people who’re vieux riche & nouveau riche. Clearly not for us , not even for middle-class people 🤷🏻♀️
@@uchniezt1212 You somehow completely missed @myk7594's point, it's not about the pricing of the condos, it's about how low they pay their employees whilst expecting a world-class service.
I do real estate in New York, so I've seen plenty of condos, and this one blew my mind. The high end finishes, the level of sophistication, the thoughtfully designed layout. Wow.
Philippines world class. High-end We mean, high-end sophistication elegance.
i am an OFW from Rome,ITALY. i always make it appoint to watch all your videos. Lavyah Guys !!!
We love Rome! Thanks for watching from afar
Hi guys, I'm a senior designer here in California, I appreciate what you do for this country. Making people from other countries get to know the culture & the people of the Philippines through your vlogs. Well, the Philippines are becoming famous through-out the world. I am a Filipino American located in Irvine, CA
Your clueless they are pinoybaiters they don’t care for locals they only care for income for their youtube. Exploitation is what it is
BGC, is overrated. Their units are so overpriced, yet they pay their employees so low. Those higher ups don't have empathy and commons sense.
@@bonifacioalora7146 your clueless why watch these white foreigners pinoybaiting the country exploiting it for views. This isn’t the reality of the average pinoy
@@alionessprincess yes you got that right
Glad to see more foreign vloggers saying the proper location of BGC. More power and support for your channel, sir/ma'am!
Thank you! 😃
Wow, that price is insane. In my opinion, you might as well buy a house and lot in one of the high end subdivisions there.
That kind of money can go a long way in many different areas. But we get the appeal of city life and the walkability here
No kidding! $3M USD?!? Granted, this is the larger premium unit, so maybe the smaller units are only $2M USD. 😄 I'm skeptical that 86% of the units are sold. Sounds like a great sales tactic. Hurry, buy now before they're all gone!
Foreigners are only allowed to buy condo units here though.
@@330toSRT8 you would be surprised that BGC and Forbes Park is the home of the Elites in bet it is already fully booked now.
@@330toSRT8
I think that’s a sales
Tactic
OFW here from Hong Kong 😍. Know Mom's Duty because of your channel the ABC. ❤
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Watching from Toronto, Canada been here for almost 33 years!
I love watching your vlogs .
Thanks for watching from Toronto!
Thank you for loving philippines, Filipinos appreciate it. I'm an overseas filipino worker (ofw) here in Riyadh KSA and follower of your two chanel. Wish 1M subscribers for you guys... Enjoy exploring philippines ❤ your videos.
Thanks for following both channels 🤗 and happy you’re watching from Riyadh
Filipina here living in Vienna, Austria. Love watching you guys! More powers and Vienna awaits for you! ❤️🙏🥂🎶🎵🎹🏔✨
Hi 👋 in Vienna. Vienna is a beautiful city!
That price is insane! Moved to Texas from the Philippines 20 years ago and we haven’t been back since 2009. Thought about buying a condo so we have a place to stay at when we go back there again to visit. But after watching your video, we would rather buy a bigger house here than buy an expensive condo we would not even use all year round. Anyhow, thanks for another great video. I always have a smile on my face when I watch y’all. Your family is just so endearing and likable. I’m pretty sure you guys don’t need it but I never skip ads while watching so I can show my support. God bless the Lockwoods! Looking forward to seeing more of y’all! 💛
Thanks for watching from Texas! This condo is on the extreme side when it comes to price. We have found more affordable options for new buildings. We do have a new episode coming up soon, and the prices are much more reasonable.
Wow. Thanks for sharing this! Awesome layout, top notch indeed!
💯 gorgeous place!
It's nice to see foreigners living in the Philippines. First time watching your vlog. I will be here for more. Great condo. Thanks for taking us to your journey. New Yorker here 👋
So happy you found us! Thanks for watching and subscribing 🤗
thats trash the money i live with my girlfriend in arrezzo place,pasig 14k and beautifull place italian style usa people are a real joke,people are starving in the ph and bgc is a buble,if you want to see and feel life a of a real pinoy get out side that buble bgc is part of taguic.
Love this kind of content! Watching from Sydney and dreaming of owning a place like this in BGC. For city living, I think BGC can’t be beat. The atmosphere and friendly, relaxed people in the PH and being surrounded by everything you need. Low cost of good quality services and can even hire a helper to make life easier. But I must say that price is insane! Hope you show some mid range or even low cost options as well. 😅
The price is insane but we love touring homes in all price points. It was fun to look around. We're just going to wait until we win the lottery to buy one :)
Hi, new subscriber here from Texas. I grew up in the Philippines and left there in 1969 for Texas. I just found your videos and can relate to most of your content. When visiting Manila, we stay at BGC due to proximity to a lot of places. It’s also clean, safe and enjoyable. My daughter, born in Texas, also enjoys staying at BGC, as well as her husband and two children. I’ve thought of retiring there, but my daughter and son as well as my grandchildren are here in the States.
I'm soo happy Brooklyn loves to read. Reading expands your mind and how you percieve the world. Your vocabulary will also be a big plus. You can someday talk to your parents and make them feel like they were nonchallantly walking then getting hit and run over by a thesaurus... YOU. Keep it up, B.
She even bought two new books yesterday :)
Canadian-Filipino soon gonna be 45 years in Toronto, never been back but am so amazed to see this place called BGC. Crunching my numbers coz in 16 months I'll be in retirement and BGC will definitely be my home base!
Id rather build my house next to the beach than living in BGC.thank you guys in sharing your vlog.
We love the beach too! Hard to choose between city life and the beach. We love both!
Great tour. Man those prices are insane! You could buy like 10 - 15 condos in different areas like Makati, Pasay, Ortigas, Mandaluyong, and Greenhills area for that price
I was there looking for retirement place last year and found that BGC properties are way too expensive. I guess it depends on the builder and location. Obviously, that particular Condo is on the high-end. There are middle tier ones for half or third of the price but amenities will be a lot lower in quality. This current pricing is not sustainable and may result in corrections. I'll wait.
We think there will be a correction too. But we also understand the appeal of BGC and why so many people want to live here.
@@livethephilippines I agree with that. I love BGC as I love walking to everywhere. As you get older, they said you need to walk and exercise, and that place is going to be perfect with me. Plus of course the shops, food options, adjacent to the airport and Makati BCD. More secure too and friendly people. It's a nice and cozy place to retire or have a base as you travel and visit more provinces and major cities in Asia, Europe , WestCoast USA and the middle east. Goodluck and may you find your perfect spot in that beautiful place.
@@livethephilippines theres going to be a lot of retired nurses from america and europe....i feel the prices are going to skyrocket for these over priced units...it will be like new york in the 80's and 90's everyone kept saying overpriced...and then a decade later the prices tripled. if it werent for the lurking south china sea problem and awful traffic at nearby cities...philippines would be a good place to invest. time will tell wish i have a couple melons to spend...
3M Dollars WOW!! THAT'S AMAZINGLY EXPENSIVE, more expensive than the new MODERN Condo unit in downtown Denver, Thanks for showing us the current price of real estate there in BGC.
I don't understand why anyone is coming to the Philippines anyways spending 389k monthly just for rent? My monthly pension is on 135k and I would only rent a place that cost between 20k to 30k and we are a family of 4.
I can’t speak for everyone but we are happy here 😊
There are many foreigners that relocated to the Philippines on 2 to 4 year assignments. Their companies provide housing allowance and they usually pay one year in advance plus two months deposit. The rental rates range from 80K to 150K pesos a month in the CBD my rental units are located. BGC can charge more than that because it’s Metro Manila’s most prime CBD along with Makati.
i think im going to buy that penthouse as soon as i win the lottery here in CAD.
Thank you for showing us OFW how expensive BGC really is and good job on making good contents. keep it up guys! cheers.
Phil: like "...win the lottery at the end of 2025," Cracked me up. 😂😅😂
Also, please include a Ferrari on the list!😃
He was quick with that one 😂
Done ✅ that will be the second purchase after that lottery win
We 2 condo units in BGC. Right in the heart of BGC. Love em both!
OK one more thought, you saw the Ocampo's elect bill video. If you keep that place AC'd in all the rooms all the time.
That will be another 5 to 7 hundred dollars, U.S. green money a month. ( of course you folks will be gone alot ) We only
use the AC in our two bedrooms and maybe one room for a nap in the afternoon. Our bill for just that much is a little over
$125. a month. Not sure if the AC units can only use the fan part during the day and add the cool at night ? We can have a
fan only in our home furnace in the U.S.
Its due to Filipino-Chinese Oligarchy Owned Meralco which jacks up electric price higher than Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and equal to Japan, probably the reason, many companies do not have manufacturing in the Philippines.
Right. We are diligent about turning AC off even when we leave the room.
There are two kitchens because the second kitchen is what we call a "dirty kitchen." It is usually an outdoor kitchen to separate from the main living space, keeping the smoke, fuel smell and oil grime out. The kitchen can be a busy and chaotic space. So a dirty kitchen/separate isolated kitchen is great to have if the family is using the living room for work, study or simply having a guest over to chill.
Aloha from Hawaii. You do awesome footage. Love it. You’re getting younger in the vids Braddah. 🤙🏽
Thanks! 🤗🤩
I plan to retire in the Philippines and your channel really helps me find the benefits of living in BGC. I live in Maryland close to National Harbor but it’s that time of my life to find a retirement home. I love that you are showing us what’s the latest in Manila and $3M for that penthouse unit is a bargain compared to the real estate here in Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC area. Thanks for this episode.
we'll probably be fighting for that unit cause I'm also expecting to win the Lottery in 2025. Great walk-thru in my soon-to-be condo unit!...Love your videos!
We have to fight over the winning lottery ticket first 🤗
Hi guys! There are so many other nice condos outside BGC. You just have to know a good reliable sales person in finding the right condo for your family.
We are actually touring a place outside BGC tomorrow 👍🏻
Im an ofw in oman.. and i love watching your channel. It makes me miss home more.
That condo looks amazing bec of the view, for $3M its not bad at all. Here in AZ, luxury condos is equivalent to that price as well.
That is indeed a very serious undertaking. I hope you've carefully considered every detail regarding your financial capacity. Good luck. I'm an OFW subscribed and following you guys from Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
I was there at BGC last January, we could have met if I just knew your channel beforehand. Hopefully next time.
Love seeing people enjoying the real estate in BGC
We love real estate in general. I used to be a Realtor 😊
I'm an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) here in King Abdullah University, Saudi Arabia. I always support your channel ! All the best !
Thank you for supporting us and watching us from Saudi Arabia! 👋
First time hearing about a residential condo with their own movie theater. Beautiful place!
I was so impressed with the idea of a movie theater 🎥
I’m also thinking of buying a property for myself in Makati!.!.
OFW here from Qatar, love your videos. Hoping that I can move in to those kind of penthouses one day
Thanks for watching us 😊
So, when are we moving in? Such a gorgeous place! We can't wait to move in with you guys...lol. Condo goals 🙌 It's definitely luxury hotel-style living. We can't wait to see the final product.
💯 we already committed you to half! 😝
Please check Versailles Alabang, in the Philippines. They're selling prime townhouses that foreigners can own. With that price, you can already own a landed property.
I'm an OFW, watching from Abu Dhabi. I am glad to hear that you will be visiting the UAE soon. See you soon!
We’re so excited to visit UAE! Thanks for watching 👋
when are you coming??? dont come on the summer months though its damn hot
you guys should check Alabang Muntinlupa, which has a BGC feel as well but with 1/10th of the price. Metro Manila is HUGE, Alabang is a very happening place as well.
We haven’t been there yet. Thanks 😊
Three million dollars? That's quite a hefty price tag for a 300sqm condo, in my opinion. But if money isn't a concern for you, then by all means, go for it. I must say, the finishing and interior design are top-notch-truly elegant. However, with that 3M dollars, you could potentially invest in a house and lot in Ayala-Alabang, offering a more opulent living environment.
Everything about the building and units are top notch. But yes 3M is very pricy for a condo.
As a real estate agent its really the best and smartest choice to buy in pre-selling units, the value really sky rockets upon completion of the unit. Great for investment and BGC is one of the best place to invest into
It’s hard to imagine the value skyrocketing even higher. But beautiful units!
@@livethephilippines it wont go that high anymore if the building is visible already and/or close to completion
Watching from India. About to move into Philippines. Office in Makati, will probably live in BGC. Good stuff man.
Yes maybe expensive in BGC but if you try to normal house not in the city but close to the city you can explore other city as well.
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OFW and immigrant in Italy here watching. Most Filipinos living abroad nowadays invest in real estate properties in the Philippines. At the moment, the Philippines probably has one of the most expensive utility bills in southeast asia but that might change in years to come for as far as I know the government is currently opening it's energy and telecommunications sectors to foreign investors thus in a matter of half a decade or so household expenditures to these services may decrease significantly. There are new expansions going on in the Manila bay areas, the ongoing reclamations which will eventually elevate the city's infrastructures to that of Hongkong and Singapore's. Efforts to address the obsolete transport system in the Philippines is being carried out thus the first subway is on it's way to completion that will interconnect the BGC and other key cities within the metro...and the airports more accessible! Therefore aside from the pristine beaches in over 7k6h islands that can rival the best beaches in the world and the Philippines being located in the center of the north and the ASEAN, I don't find any reason why not considering the Philippines as a second HOME❤🥰❤️
Those all sound like promising improvements. We’ve been very mindful of our energy use here because we’ve been warned about how high electricity bills can be. Thanks for watching from Italy 👋
Thanks for visiting Philippines...
From Pinay in taiwan😊
Seattle here and can't wait to go home after my PhD. Those are beautiful homes.
I bet! The weather is getting hotter, but I still love it more than any cold or drizzly weather.😊
I was born and raised in Taguig City. The city where BGC is. For me it's getting more and more overrated. Condo units skyrocketed in prices in just a few years! But I don't blame you, BGC is clean, modern and organized compared to other places in Metro Manila.
OFW here! watching your vlogs in Dubai :)
We 🫶 Dubai too. Just launched an episode there on our other channel, Always Be Changing 😊
It’s kind of pricey living in BGC but it’s worthed. Everything is right there shopping mall, restaurants and all the necessities.❤I have my sister who bought a condo last 6yrs ago in BGC that time it’s a little cheaper compared now. But was I saying it’s worth the price❤
We agree that it’s worth it. Love it here!
Filipino watching from New Jersey. Love your videos!
Watching from California- OFW for 20 years😊
Hello, in California 👋 thanks for watching
Before BGC condo is not that so expensive. thats before the development, But because of propaganda that BGC is SO BEAUTIFUL SO SAFE,etc and people flock and WANTS to LIVE in BGC, wants to purchase, prices of Condo in BGC SKY ROCKETED. it a SUPPLY & DEMAND thing, IF so many people WANTS to live or buy condo property in one particular place, PRICES WILL SURELY GOES UP. look at a place in Muntinlupa city, it is almst similar to BGC but because NO PROPAGANDA was made few people live there. It called Filinvest city,
Filipina here Watching from Seattle! 🇺🇸
Hi 👋 in Seattle!
Have to consider the BIG ONE! I hope they can withstand strong earthquakes.
Grew up in California. Hoping we don’t have to experience a big one here though.
Of course it's Aurelia by Shangrila, not finished yet but soon units will be turned over. If you want a central location in BGC and cheaper than that of Shangrila, go with Ayala Premiere. My client will soon move there in Aurelia and is selling their Ayala Premiere EGP unit 3br, let me know if interested.
Very cool. We still have a while before our lease is up and we have to think seriously about our next place.
Watching from Hong Kong! Glad you are loving your stay in the Philippines!
Thanks for watching from Hong Kong :)
I was watching a 10 min video on the problems folks are having with condo ownership in Florida because of the
big condo that collapsed a year or two ago, new rules have been enacted. Condo's now must have money set aside
for upkeep, etc. Many big companies have not set aside enough and now owners are getting hit with a huge bill of over
100k so the condo can have enough money on hand for general upkeep. This place has so much to offer,, but, each piece
needs to be maintained and what is that going to cost each owner. Some condo companies have been black listed, Insurance
companies will not insure a loan to buy, you can not find anyone to buy your unit even at a fire sale price. Even if you pay cash
for a unit, what is the monthly maintenance going to cost and when can it be increased and is there a cap on that? One more
" not so much for me " is if that place - 3 towers - are even 50 % full, that is too many people in one place.
Wow! That’s a lot to take in and a lot to consider if you’re buying a condo.
One don't get these kinds of units even in Singapore, HongKong or Japan due to Size, which is why lots of Singapore real estate companies own BGC condos and then sell it after few years, 80% owners could very well be companies from Singapore and China.
Yes there is a way to make a good investment when getting in early in new developments.
OFW'S send over 6 million U.S. dollars to the Philippines each month. ( my last information was from 2019. I have
not seen a news paper since the pandemic. You can tell the family's that are getting this money by the number of folks
in S&R or Costco buying heaping baskets of food. Normal locals do not make enough money to shop like that.
Interesting. Thanks for the new info
Native European, work out of London,UK. BGC seems very appealing to me. Especially since London as a city is has been sinking deeper and further into the black hole it's been in for a while now.
Thanks for watching all the way out in London 👋 hopefully you can come back to the Philippines before it sinks into that black hole.
I think what you are doing is wonderful! You live wherever you are happy. We enjoy watching your experiences through your channel. You have a beautiful and wonderful family🙏🏻
Newbie here watching from Dubai, UAE See you soon ABC ❤
Welcome to our channel 🤗
I did a research 2 decades ago and Metro Manila is more expensive than New York. People are surprise when I say this but yes.
There are rich people in PH that can afford that. Not because the country is poor means that everybody is poor. Of course there will be the one percent (or less) on top…
Hi fam! Good morning!
That is insane!!! As a Filipino and as an ex OFW who lived in Japan for 18 years, I am so shocked with the price of that 1 floor condo. It's like 5 times the price of a single apartment in Ginza, Tokyo. I don't think that is reasonable. With that amount, you can already buy a big farm lot in Zambales (where Filipino celebrities own farm lots), in Amadeo - near Tagaytay, in Pampanga (food capital of Manila) and in Cebu (one of the most beautiful province I've ever visited).
The apartment has an amazing view but the price is way too expensive. Bet you can already purchase a beach front property in Fresno with that money.
Hope to see you guys again in one of my walks with my dog around high street!!
Just be patient and you will find the right condo for you. My cousin is a real estate agent BTW. I can give you his number maybe he can help?
With that budget you can probably buy something anywhere. We understand the appeal of BGC and how walkable, safe and accessible everything is :)
New subscriber here. Watching from the Philippines, I love the family vibes of your videos. Relaxing to watch and glad to see a different POV of someone living in the Philippines.
Welcome to our channel 🤗 thank you for watching!
I must admit the finishing touches are exceptional. When comparing the rental in this brand new building that comes with a view with NYC's, $7k is reasonable.
Of course the per capita income in Manila is maybe 5% of that of NYC. The math for these condos in Manila doesnt work.
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there is a dishwasher in the main kitchen area, which is not common in bgc. of course, it's only a model unit, you can design your own
Our current unit doesn't have a dishwasher at all and there's no issues with that. But if we had a bigger kitchen a dishwasher would be nice.
In the Philippines, we usually have 2 kitchens. One is for tbe formal kitchen, the other one is the “dirty” kitchen where we prepare food most if the time if you dont want the whole house to be smelly.
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You guys made me want to go back home to the Philippines, just scheduled my flight back this August! haven't been home in 6 years so I'm excited to see what's new since then
Yay! So happy we inspired you to come back 🤗
Watching from Texas. I love all the details you showed. Awesome video!
I have been wanting to buy a condo for the last 6 years. lol.
My issue is the management companies who hold all the power. They dictate your visitors, amenities usage, etc….. Also seems everyone working there knows ur business.
That’s been my non-buying reasons. Will rent instead.
But again, being in Manila is my goal. Beautiful vibrant city. Many things to do and since we go out so much, renting would be my choice.
Hoping u find your great place
We understand the appeal of both renting and buying. It’s a personal choice. But we love BGC and many areas in Metro Manila.
Holy moly.. the unit looks amazing! ❤
So pretty!
Back in 2017/18 there were around 150,000 vacant condo units in metro manila alone. I would assume that's closw to double now. The prices in Manila are ridiculous.
Try visit the seasons recedinces in bgc
We might tour those this week!
They should give you guys a big discounts for showing or advertising it on your vlog
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🙋 OFW in the UK! Last time, I tried Airbnb hopping in BGC to find my best vacation place whenever I'm home. Glad I found my best bet ☺️
Hello in Uk 👋. Thanks for watching!
Watched from Taiwan! I’m working here but my home is in Viva Las Vegas!
Wow that’s so cool! Thanks for this video. Watching from Canada 🇨🇦 Filipino-Canadian here.
Thanks for watching all the way from Canada🤗
@@livethephilippines Enjoy your stay in the Philippines 🇵🇭!
I’m going home in June. 😊 Hope to see more videos. All the best! 👍🏼
Were only 2towers during f4 &rihana concerts..my gym was middle not sure f stil thre.FinSnow's decision to build big house top of mountain s the best❤buy land nthe province...
We love watching Fin Snow's progress on his home. Looks gorgeous :)
Think about this... buying a 3m house in the philippines vs us.... which would appreciate more and, realistically speaking, which can be sold
My family moved in LA 2012 and we haven’t been home yet since then. But were actually planning to go back because we LOVE Philippines despite bad traffic haha!😂 I love your family and your vlog! Enjoy Manila and keep safe!😘♥️
Thanks for watch from LA. We hope you come back to visit the Philippines soon 🤗
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I’m OFW working in Dubai.. and I love to meet you guys here in Dubai ❤
We are so excited that we are going to visit Dubai very very soon! We will have those episodes up on our always be changing channel
your son is my spirit animal
Yes! I am an Overseas Filipino Worker. Based in Abu Dhabi. I go back to PH for vacation every year. WHEN are you visiting Dubai/ Abu Dhabi ?? COME and visit Abu Dhabi GRAND Mosque, Ferrari World, WarNer Bros World and the Louvre museum Abu Dhabi.
Im pretty sure your kids will enjoy Warner Bros and Ferrari World
We are so excited to visit Abu Dhabi!! 🤗🤗🤗
Thanks for sharing. Crazy how prices are just going nuts in BGC. I enjoy BGC as well but concrete jungle gets old pretty fast. I'd rather buy a condo in BGC for visits then a home in the province...Just saying when you have alot of money why not.
The electricity and Association monthly dues will be astronomical for that unit. Based on the price, we can conclude that the price per square meter is around 550k pesos. If this is in Mactan Cebu, Philippines for example, it would only be 350k per square meter for a luxury condominium near Mactan International Airport
Good to know electricity is more affordable in Cebu. We’ve been very careful here to turn off ac whenever possible.
@@livethephilippines please check out Sheraton Mactan and Aruga Mactan in the future. I don't skip ads for support for you guys. Keep it up!
It’s crazy to think that this is much more expensive than some of luxury homes in beverly hills or silicon valley where the median income somewhat fits the neighborhood. Who would buy this when median income of Manila is not even $1k a month. Wow.
It's so unbelievably expensive here, no doubt. So surprising but I guess there's just a lot of money in this city.
That is OP. I got a 3-bedroom luxury condo unit in BGC for only 15m pesos on preselling.
Great deal 👍🏻
Watching from kelowna British Columbia canada. I am proud being a Filipino
You have a lot to be proud of ❤️🇵🇭
I love your contents,especially this episode about real estate in BGC thank you,watching from Catalunya Spain.
Awesome. Our next episode will be another one about real estate. 😊👍🏻