Loved the update. For the bathroom I would look for a tile paint. That way you don't have to replace it. The paint will last x long time and if you find it wearing off just repaint. See if you can find 24" tiles for the living room. White or grey. A few pictures or art on the walls and some window dressings and you have a party palace! Hey Darrell you might think of setting up a go fund me page. Epoxy paint is a good option because it's highly resistant to abrasion and cleaning solutions. Alkyd urethane, enamel paint, and silicone-based paint are commonly used to paint tile. Specific water-resistant tile paints made to withstand the high temperatures and moisture of kitchens and bathrooms are also available.
Really enjoying watching this happen. It looked livable from the start but you are making the whole place pretty sharp. Looking forward to the next update. Thanks for sharing it with the world.
@@pvelvet1483 All ponds should have a pump going to keep water moving. You can also stock with fish that love to eat mosquitos. I lived in Fl USA, which is known for mosquitos and we never had an issue at our backyard koi pond.
What's really great is I am doing with nothing but my SS monthly income. I am the example of what can be done if someone want to change their life. Far too many areSitting un uncomfortable places not realizing they have options
The place is really looking good. That is some inexpensive prices compared to here in Louisiana. If I could find a place like that I would do it in a Heartbeat.
Recent subscriber (thank Old Dog). Dude, your updates are significantly nicer/western-like than I would have expected. Very cool. Some experience in USA Real Estate (long story and not too successful ...) and with flipping.
so glad that you posted this. i was worried that something might have happened to you. the house is looking great. i have an idea. why not get a pressure washer and some bleach and wash the mildew off the walls (fence) and the walkways.
I'm no expert but I've seen yt vids of guys who do pro pressure washing & don't use bleach, mostly just the water is enough, or maybe some safer chem. Just thinking about the edge of the wall the bleach killing everything. But perhaps that could benefit your bamboo idea as less weeds or grass for a year or 2. Then again you don't need to pressure wash the wall if it's being covered really.
Your home is starting to look fantastic! You are really craving a life out for yourself there. You have a knack for remodeling. I am so enjoying watching your progress and look forward to seeing your next video.
Yeah, he has great attention to detail and does such a good job on such a low budget. I'm addicted to his videos, and just want more! It's better than any property show on TV that’s fo sure!😅
The French doors let in so much light and once the glass blocks are done it’s going to look amazing! Can I suggest for the bathroom to do a wet room! Do away with the glass divider and just tile floor to head height and have a floor drain!
In the bathroom I have found glass divider / door that rolls like a barn door hanging on a rail. The glass is 3/8ths to 1/2inch and looks very cool. What do you think about that idea?. The bathroom isn't really wide enough for the open area with out getting the toilet seat wet every time you take a shower. That is an issue for me personally. Just something about a wet seat.... But I definitely appreciate the idea and the compliment my friend!!
Maybe just a basic cement on the walls in the yard for starters. You can always upgrade from there. The kitchen and doors and windows are coming out wonderful. Enjoy your happiness in the Philippines!
Really looking awesome! The French doors (& the kitchen as a whole) look terrific, using tile in the kitchen is a great idea & the bamboo around the concrete wall is a killer idea! You're getting it done, man! Really, really cool stuff! You really ARE an oblivion aviator! Navigating your way through the known & unknown! AWESOME!
Wow the house is coming along...I am one of many subscribers that is following you on ur journey life in general in the PI...what a huge courage and inspiring as well...there is life somewhere besides US that you can live happy and content...like u said urself on ur SS income.
Exactly!! Thank you for noticing. Thank you so much 😊. Yes,, in my videos,, it is not so much about me, But I am using myself as an example to encourage the courage in others so they may be able to pull the trigger and come here.
I think you have nailed It with the French doors. Great idea. They look great and they really open up the kitchen. I like everything you’ve done. Great job. I’m looking forward to your ideas in the bathroom
The idea of grinding out those tiles and getting different tiles will still look nice i think since its the entrance door into the house, looking great so far 👍 great job ✌️🇵🇭
I also had the idea of doing and entry type of tile thing. But the broken, chipped and loose tiles are all over if you're here not real obvious in the video
@Ex-Pensive_Expat ah yes I didn't notice the rest, but what if you use the same tiles for entrance to make a pattern design across the whole room 🤔🤔 think this might also work too
My first idea was to replace with the same tiles but they are no longer made. Then I had the idea toy take them for under where the cabinets will go but those won't come up without breaking. So with everything els so nice. It's only $130 for the 3 to 4 years to be really nice like the rest@@nomadpack4050
Perhaps replacing the broken tile area with a tile design that designates the entry, like a throw rug would? The fence covered with bamboo. IMHO, it will not age well, but try a test section first. Skim-coat will last, but that needs paint. D'oh!
Spent time in Philippines when I was in the Marines back in the early 1980s. I wish I could do what you’re doing. But I’d miss my kids and grandkids. Spent 12 years in the marines than 26 years in Law Enforcement, now retired 6 years.I enjoy your videos. Keep them coming. Good luck
Hey Ken, I love it here. The culture will help a person see a side of life we never rally see there or haven't seen in many Years. Where were you stationed? I did a video at Mt. Samat in Bataan. I want to go to Leyte and do a few there also. My tribute to those who gave the ultimate so we could continue to live the best life.
I will look for that video Mt. Samat in Bataan I’m still going through all your videos. I was stationed in Okinawa, Camp Butler. But was assigned to Subic Bay as a Marine Corps Customs Officer.@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
I am renovating my Pampangan row house. Dont install glass doors in the CR. The hard water stains them and creates a mess. Just put a partition between the shower and the toilet. Looking great my friend.
I'm going to put new tiles in there. It's like $130 total price, both materials and labor all included package deal. But that is a great idea. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment
Yes Sir, I appreciate ur video. Thank you for showing the neighborhood where you lived. Its not bad at all...I appreciate all the information that u share on ur channel...your channel is one of a kind...it suits to many regular retirees that has regular SS income.
My channel is different because it's my experiences not covers by others. My point of view is from a province perspective. I stay away from walking street or sensationalizing Filipina women relationships here. But I do have a stereo type of Filipina women. I will quietly share it with you. Yes I know nothing is absolute . But I say most Filipinas are Brunettes with Brown eyes. Other than that, there is no stereo type worth mentioning. No other generality in my experience and opinion
😁brunettes with brown eyes and short...I'm sure you've seen them in California as well...but no I'm more curious about how it's like living in the Philippines from different provenance and the cost of living and different lifestyle
Yes. I am working on a few more content topics along those lines. That is basically the reason I make videos. To cover those topics I didn't see before I got here
I love these videos. Ive always wondered about asia. Vietnam etc. You really have it goin on chum! Im a contractor in Haliburton Ontario Canada and I can tell you..... you got it figured out. Id love to come there one day. 👍
If the only broken tiles are in front of the door, you could always have just that area replaced with a different tile, maybe with some type of border around it. Doesn't need to match.
Hi, I was so excited to see your latest video on the house. The kitchen is looking fantastic, the range cooker and hood so nice with the matching cabinets from the otherside. Sinks are in....love them! The french doors look great, and the fact that they match the other windows it looks like they have always been there. Not much more to do, except plumbing, cabinet doors, glass blocks which will be an amazing feature. The tiling will finish the look, can't wait to see choice of tiles. Are you going for subway tiling I wonder? Yes I agree totally with your views on the bathroom, glass doors will be better, (especially as the one that is there has had its day) and sounds unique being on a barn door type fitting, again cannot wait, I am sure you will fit a new sink in too. The labour is so cheap, and the materials you find are cheap but don't look it! I would go for blinds rather than curtains (personal preference), maybe you could find some cheap discontinued blinds somewhere, just a thought?. Good idea for the wall with bamboo covering instead of the usual cement render and painting, I would never have thought of that, and it will match the bamboo shaded bar area. I am already picturing the finished house and garden with colourful hammocks. The fact that you say the temperature is not too high there sounds good too, especially as its not humid because that is the worst to contend with, you just walk around permanently wet, as if you just got out of the pool! Oh, and you have a dog too, or does the dog belong to one of the workers? I am so nosey, ignore any questions that may sound intrusive to you, I will understand! Until your next vlog, well done to you so far, I am impressed!
Nice improvements! The coy pond is also a good idea. IMHO the bar would be in a better position parallel to the sink, just in front of the French doors because you'll be able to move all around it leaving three possible circulations from every door. By the way, you could still use it from the sink to the gas burners. Just my two cents.
In the pictures it appears there might be rough room but there really isn't. My first actual thought was to make an island but as you measure it out the with is about 2 feet short for decent walk way clearance
It looks fantastic, man I’d love to live there on my income. I can see why ppl from the US, would choose to relocate. The ppl seem really friendly, and welcome to outsiders. That’s a must, especially if you don’t speak the language. What’s the water like there, do you know if the visibility’s good enough for ppl to do any spearfishing? That’s where I’d want to be, somewhere I can look out my window and see my boat tied to the pier. But Id even be happy if I had to drive a little to get too the water, i do that now. BTW, the Koi pond, sounds like a great idea, I also liked the idea for the bamboo on the wall. If that doesn’t workout, just paint it, I’m sure you’ll think of something. BOL
The Philippines is rapidly become very popular for divers. I actually tried it myself. Many people have those smaller outrigger type. Check out my 'Mariveles by day". You'll see what I mean. Probably not a nice as your boat but they work great
I have been researching making the counter top and bar top from concrete. They use a special concert so next time I go to the hardware store I will see if they have it
Thanks Kyle. It's a dream come true and beyond for me. When you see all of this keep in mind. This is all coming from the last 4 months of my Social Security income. I had no savings!! Can you imaging how many homeless guys there are who have the same income or more as I do? The most recent studies say 40% / 50% of the retiring guys my age. In these videos I'm not doing this to be a TH-cam star. I am doing this as the example to those like me who can find their dreams too if they only knew the way.
Just make sure your improvement or value you add to property take as long as your occupancy...the only way for the owner to make a profit off your improvements is to break contract and relist.
They were not really interested in renting it when I met them! Their plan has been to tear it down and build a large newer house when the come back to retire here. Not to make a profit from as a rental
What does your landlord think of your improvements? It’s terrible to wonder this, but I hope he doesn’t kick you out in a year and then find a renter who will pay a lot more or raise your rent. Bamboo wall sounds awesome! Hide the wire above the wall and it’s really clean it up and give you more privacy. 😊
My thoughts exactly with the bamboo. I have a three year lease with options to extend. I pay rent in annual payments. When the landlord retires and returns from America my understanding they will tear it down and build a much larger newer place on this lot
You really need to do more frequent videos man, they're so good! I love that you bring up the cost for everything. Any update on the 2 for 1 rental property you featured? Would you consider organising and overseeing the renovation of that one (or something like that one) for someone else living abroad but wanting a 2nd home in the Philippines? It is very hard to get property managers who can keep to a budget and are careful with money (at least in the West) and I just love the idea of having a 2nd home out there "ready and waiting for me" at such a low cost. Where can we reach out to you, do you have an email you’re happy to share on YT so we can get in touch? Great job on your rental property once again btw.👍
Yes I would consider it. I would use the same guys I use here. That one actually would be easier because it's new and I have a bit more local experience now
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat @Ex-Pensive_Expat That's awesome, how can one get in touch with you? As I mentioned somewhere else, I'll likely be in the Philippines at some point towards the end of April. Would be great to meet up then if you're available?
There are good and bad everywhere. I'm from southern CA. San Diego / LA, etc. I've seen a lot more greed there than here. I live in the province But I always have my eyes wide open I've been here two years tomorrow.
The owners will be in the US for a few more years. They will return when the retire. I will move when they return. That has been the deal since day one.
Looks great. No doubt it'll be a tropical party paradise. I think the koi pond would look really cool... could light it up at night. Maybe some dehumidifiers in your house would be a good idea too, so you can breathe easier. Also possibly a grill/smoker setup in place of one of those bars. They say if you don't have your health...
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Oh, 35% isn't too bad. I think higher can make some people have a a bit of a harder time breathing easily. Yeah, shining out would be cool, or maybe even subtle uplighting from the bottom of the pond.
You definitely have a knack for that remodeling. The way you envision things. When you said Koi pond I said no way. Lol personally, I think the Koi pond is a little over the top, especially right near the septic tank. Good job on “this old house Philippines” Once you get done with all the work and get settled in, it’s going to be a very inexpensive existence. 👍
Hahaha... Yes if you listened close right before I explained it I actually said "" Over the top"". Good call my friend!! And actually the pond and the Koi is just an excuse to have a bamboo bridge lol.. Thing is I am not sure the Koi could survive but I have wondered what to do there besides grass and the sidewalk from the bar to the bathroom . Thank you for the comment and compliments!!
Lot's of improvements considering it's a rental property 😮 I'd be worried that I'm spending money on something that isn't really mine....does look lovely though😊
😎👍🇺🇲 Please tell me you added a power outlet under the kitchen sink for hot water? I rarely see hot water at the kitchen sink or CR sinks for that matter. Looking great man! Diggin the French doors. Excellent choice there. Keep up the great work. Videos are working well.👍 Cheers from the PNW Seattle WA area.✌️🍻
I think it would be great if you could install a pocket door in the bedroom, to access the bathroom, without having to walk through the entire place. The door from the kitchen could stay. I couldn’t tell if there was a tub, but I would shorten that area on the left by a foot, to build shelves for towels and toilet paper. Then the area to the right of the shelves would be a walk-in shower. A floating shelf or two above the toilet could be used for toiletries and a small plant.
We can't do pocket doors here. The construction is concrete block which is defiantly no hollow. Good ideas but to the left is the shower and there is not enough room for walk through for shelve right there. There should be plenty of room under the sink on the right side. Thank you for the ideas and taking the time to comment!!
you did some nice work to this place. i really don't think they will tear it down after you leave the place. it looks nicer then what i can see of the other homes nearby.
We have a bamboo wall. It is super aggressive. It will quickly start grow in the yard towards the house and will always need to be cut back. It also grows very, very quickly and the root system will reach to your septic tank. Just be aware of how invasive it is. And, if you decide you don’t like it, you can’t get rid of it.
Just a thought for the hammocks, if you could find thin steel rods you could have 2 run off the top of the wall pillars at a slight angle with the down slope leaning toward the wall. Then have metal rods cemented into the ground going straight up & welded to the angled ones, you could still do or 2 more on the pillars either side for extra strength & for looks, then if you want still wrap it in the bamboo to mask the metal/steel rods. You are doing great, I was just thinking the strongest immovable way for hammocks to last forever lol. Long rant, but I just got my passport delivered so no gonna look at plane ticket prices & dates. I'm still looking mid to late April & will make social media by next weekend to start locking in plans of where I will stay & see in the Ph.
I'm also coming in April, visiting Vietnam and Thailand first. Would love to meet up if you have time and want to. I don't know anyone out there but have been watching Philippine Vloggers non stop for 6 months now!😅
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat You are my friend lol. Im hoping I could visit your place & spend 2-3 days seeing what daily life is like & the area. I have about 2 weeks so I will be trying to see a few places for a few days each. I was guessing Manilla as I dont know if planes fly normally to other places. Plus I remember you are north of Manilla anyway so after a day or 2 of resting & walking around Manilla I could get moving north for a few days. I will for sure reach out once I lock in flight plans.
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat What are the social media apps I should make? I deleted my FB in 2012 & havent touched it since, but to connect & plan better Im sue its very useful there.
I curious if the septic systems there are just holding tanks that need to be pumped out every so often? Here you would need a large mound system to have more of a maintenance free system that didn't need to be pumped.
For the chipped tile in front of the door, you could remove two tiles from the door and four across (going to one on each side beyond the door) and make it like a landing space/foyer area without having to replace all the other tiles.
That was one of my first thoughts. Since they are a bit spread out including smaller chips you can't see in the video. I thought I will just paint them. By the time you dig out the old ones out and then try to level new ones in labor-wise it's about the same as covering the entire floor. But thank you for taking the time to offer the suggestion. Much appreciated
There is some area from the previous cabinets that were not tiled either. I am not sure why I would tile under cabinets knowing where they will be and save the on the per sq ft costs. When I leave this house it will be torn down. The owners bought it for the land and will rebuild another house when that time comes in about 3 1/2 years. I hadn't considered re-tiling the floors in the beginning. The stove is not permanently installed and would not be effected by the new level of the floor if I did re-tile. I have since decided not to retile the floor for now. I will paint the chipped areas and leave it at that.
The bamboo wall would look good and would also block the line of sight of some of the other properties ( the roof tops) . Make you feel like your more private.
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Somebody send this man some super chats so he can finish up this build, you know we all want to see the finished result
Ohh Wow Thank you my friend. I may do a live stream at some point. I have had so many questions and some many times. BTW I am your newest subscriber
@@Ex-Pensive_Expatdo it, plenty of questions many would pay a few bucks or two for answered questions . godspeed.
@@jacosta5580 Thank you I've been looking into more in the last month
Is it possible to email you?
I am with you bc why would someeone renovate if renting I thought you have to be a Philippine citizen to claim any home or land. Confuse😅🇺🇲✈️🇵🇭
That kitchen is going to be fire, and them French doors are perfect, very practical
I think so too!
Another great update. What a transformation. Those French doors in the kitchen, new cabinets and tiling projects 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you so much. I am really loving the process. Can't you tell I'm actually excited. I'm not sure if it comes through in the videos.
I love the idea of putting bamboo all along the wall. You are doing an amazing job!
Thank you! 😊
love the idea of using split bamboo on the hollow block wall outside, will make it look very tropical.
Thank you so much!!
Thank you for sharing. it is turning beautiful.
Thank you Juan
Nice work on the French Doors!
Thank you my friend
I love Your evolving plan. It's beautiful.
Thank you so much!!
Loved the update. For the bathroom I would look for a tile paint. That way you don't have to replace it. The paint will last x long time and if you find it wearing off just repaint. See if you can find 24" tiles for the living room. White or grey. A few pictures or art on the walls and some window dressings and you have a party palace! Hey Darrell you might think of setting up a go fund me page.
Epoxy paint is a good option because it's highly resistant to abrasion and cleaning solutions. Alkyd urethane, enamel paint, and silicone-based paint are commonly used to paint tile. Specific water-resistant tile paints made to withstand the high temperatures and moisture of kitchens and bathrooms are also available.
Nice to hear from you again. The tile paint I will definitely look into
Love what you have done to the place. Starting to get some ideas. Thank you for your channel very informative ❤
You're welcome my friend! Thanks for watching!1
Great video, it’s going to be great when you’re done.
Thank you my fiend!!
Really enjoying watching this happen. It looked livable from the start but you are making the whole place pretty sharp. Looking forward to the next update. Thanks for sharing it with the world.
Thank you sir. I am now your newest subscriber lol...
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Nice of you but I post nothing. It will be your most boring subscription! 😆
Hahaha!!!@@Br0ns0n
I am really like this project, nothing is wrong with living in a place and upgrading it for your comfort
Thank you!! BTW I am your newest subscriber
Love the house so far love the kitchen 🖤 black favorite color
Thank you. I will be finishing it in August and posting those videos
Looking great 👍
Love the French doors.
It's turning out great.
Thanks and keep up the great work.
Thank you!!
I always look forward to your updates. It's looking great. Just outstanding. You are an amazing individual. Continued success!
Wow!! Thank you so much!! If you're ever in the area let me know!!
I am amazed at how much you are improving this property! Koi pond sounds awesome!
I actually almost want to do it just for the cool looking bridge
I used to have a koi pond. It was so relaxing. I ended up liking Shubunkins better. They also did less damage to my water lilies.@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
Beware of mosquitoes in pond.
@@pvelvet1483 All ponds should have a pump going to keep water moving. You can also stock with fish that love to eat mosquitos. I lived in Fl USA, which is known for mosquitos and we never had an issue at our backyard koi pond.
Ceiling fan lights might be on my mind. Great job so far!
Yes. Thanks for the comment. I am planning the first one in the Kitchen
Been watching and you definitely have a lot of ideas, what's great is you are making them happen. Great job 👍.
What's really great is I am doing with nothing but my SS monthly income. I am the example of what can be done if someone want to change their life. Far too many areSitting un uncomfortable places not realizing they have options
The place is really looking good. That is some inexpensive prices compared to here in Louisiana. If I could find a place like that I would do it in a Heartbeat.
There is another one I found and posted on here. It is up for grabs at the moment
I will look at it..@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
Looking good. Atleast you’re keeping your mind busy on all the decorations. Home decor looks good . 😊
Yes. I'm really having a good time with it
Recent subscriber (thank Old Dog). Dude, your updates are significantly nicer/western-like than I would have expected. Very cool.
Some experience in USA Real Estate (long story and not too successful ...) and with flipping.
Bamboo.... small bamboo looks nice but unmanaged bamboo takes over everything and it seems a bad long-term idea
Thank you for subscribing!! Where in the US?
so glad that you posted this. i was worried that something might have happened to you. the house is looking great. i have an idea. why not get a pressure washer and some bleach and wash the mildew off the walls (fence) and the walkways.
That was my first thought and have a quote already. The bamboo I deal I really just had a few days ago.
I'm no expert but I've seen yt vids of guys who do pro pressure washing & don't use bleach, mostly just the water is enough, or maybe some safer chem. Just thinking about the edge of the wall the bleach killing everything. But perhaps that could benefit your bamboo idea as less weeds or grass for a year or 2. Then again you don't need to pressure wash the wall if it's being covered really.
I haven't seen or mat anyone with a pressure washer and looked into buying one yesterday@@linkinemerson8620
I’d also love to see the walls painted white to match the house, then local flowers and some lights would be lovely. Good luck
Wow, everything is looking so good! Can't wait for your next video.
Thanks so much! 😊
All looks magnificent, love the French doors. Have a great day.
Thank you! You too!
Looks awesome! Wow what a difference!
Thank you my friend !! And thank you for the comment!
Your home is starting to look fantastic! You are really craving a life out for yourself there. You have a knack for remodeling. I am so enjoying watching your progress and look forward to seeing your next video.
Yeah, he has great attention to detail and does such a good job on such a low budget. I'm addicted to his videos, and just want more! It's better than any property show on TV that’s fo sure!😅
@@ShareTradingAdvice I completely agree and I'm hooked too! Can't wait to see what's next, and so far, everything is looking fantastic! Great job!
Thank you so much I will have a couple more before completely finished
Oh My GGG. I am so flattered. Thank you my friend!!
I'm a bit speechless. Thank you all for the comments. It is 100% real life here
I enjoy each video. Please keep us posted.
I will be posting another video very soon
The French doors let in so much light and once the glass blocks are done it’s going to look amazing! Can I suggest for the bathroom to do a wet room! Do away with the glass divider and just tile floor to head height and have a floor drain!
In the bathroom I have found glass divider / door that rolls like a barn door hanging on a rail. The glass is 3/8ths to 1/2inch and looks very cool. What do you think about that idea?. The bathroom isn't really wide enough for the open area with out getting the toilet seat wet every time you take a shower. That is an issue for me personally. Just something about a wet seat.... But I definitely appreciate the idea and the compliment my friend!!
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Sorry for the later reply I’ve only just seen your response!
Those French doors are awesome! What a great idea!
Thank you my friend!!
Just found your OG video and skipped to this one and wow thats some progress! Excited to keep watching and hoping to achieve similar one day!
Thank you
Plugging right along looks good.
Thank you for the comments
Maybe just a basic cement on the walls in the yard for starters.
You can always upgrade from there.
The kitchen and doors and windows are coming out wonderful.
Enjoy your happiness in the Philippines!
Thank you!! Yes it's definitely between Cement smoothing the wall and maybe Bamboo
Really looking awesome! The French doors (& the kitchen as a whole) look terrific, using tile in the kitchen is a great idea & the bamboo around the concrete wall is a killer idea! You're getting it done, man! Really, really cool stuff! You really ARE an oblivion aviator! Navigating your way through the known & unknown! AWESOME!
Thank you so much my friend. I can feel the adventure spirit in you too!!
Wow the house is coming along...I am one of many subscribers that is following you on ur journey life in general in the PI...what a huge courage and inspiring as well...there is life somewhere besides US that you can live happy and content...like u said urself on ur SS income.
Exactly!! Thank you for noticing. Thank you so much 😊. Yes,, in my videos,, it is not so much about me, But I am using myself as an example to encourage the courage in others so they may be able to pull the trigger and come here.
looks great im staying tuned!
Thank you for the comments and watching!!
Looks great my friend. Just relax and chill. Fantastic.
Thank you my friend
I think you have nailed
It with the French doors. Great idea. They look great and they really open up the kitchen. I like everything you’ve done. Great job. I’m looking forward to your ideas in the bathroom
Thank you my friend.
Aw man looks awesome. Truly love it. You're doing all the right things. You have good taste
Wow. Thank you so much. I'm glad you're watching my friend
Lookin' good, Darrel.
Lots of great shade in that yard.
You're gonna have it made there.. literally! 😅👍
Thank you my friend. BTW. I'm your newest subscriber
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Cool! Thank You!
Salamat Po@@lanec5672
wow. You're gonna have a KILLER place when you're done. Makes me excited thinking about when I get to retire. Thanks!
Thank you! You're welcome to come for a visit!!
The idea of grinding out those tiles and getting different tiles will still look nice i think since its the entrance door into the house, looking great so far 👍 great job ✌️🇵🇭
I also had the idea of doing and entry type of tile thing. But the broken, chipped and loose tiles are all over if you're here not real obvious in the video
@Ex-Pensive_Expat ah yes I didn't notice the rest, but what if you use the same tiles for entrance to make a pattern design across the whole room 🤔🤔 think this might also work too
My first idea was to replace with the same tiles but they are no longer made. Then I had the idea toy take them for under where the cabinets will go but those won't come up without breaking. So with everything els so nice. It's only $130 for the 3 to 4 years to be really nice like the rest@@nomadpack4050
Great Work! I can smell Abodo in the kitchen and Leechon on the Oven. Cling Cling raise your bottles.
Hahaha!!
I like the way everything is turning out. I really like the double sinks and your oven range. I agree that the French doors look great.
Well. Thank you so much I'm glad you like it
🤩 🤩 WOW! It’s really looking amazing!
Thank you! 😊
Love watching your progress. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching! You're welcome!!
Nice work.,Looking good a clean modern look.
Thank you!
Perhaps replacing the broken tile area with a tile design that designates the entry, like a throw rug would?
The fence covered with bamboo. IMHO, it will not age well, but try a test section first. Skim-coat will last, but that needs paint. D'oh!
Yes. Thank you for the comments and suggestions . I am thinking it all through and yet undecided
Looking great, like the idea for the garden walls too.
Thank you!!
Looking great! Thank you for the update! Puppies are adorable too!
Awesome. Thank you so much. I will be here two years tomorrow
Spent time in Philippines when I was in the Marines back in the early 1980s. I wish I could do what you’re doing. But I’d miss my kids and grandkids. Spent 12 years in the marines than 26 years in Law Enforcement, now retired 6 years.I enjoy your videos. Keep them coming. Good luck
Hey Ken, I love it here. The culture will help a person see a side of life we never rally see there or haven't seen in many Years. Where were you stationed? I did a video at Mt. Samat in Bataan. I want to go to Leyte and do a few there also. My tribute to those who gave the ultimate so we could continue to live the best life.
I will look for that video Mt. Samat in Bataan I’m still going through all your videos. I was stationed in Okinawa, Camp Butler. But was assigned to Subic Bay as a Marine Corps Customs Officer.@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
You'll see a video ""2 on 1". that one is 20 minutes from Subic@@kensteward1510
I am renovating my Pampangan row house. Dont install glass doors in the CR. The hard water stains them and creates a mess. Just put a partition between the shower and the toilet. Looking great my friend.
Oh Okay. Thank you for the info..
For the living room get a rug to cover broken tiles
I'm going to put new tiles in there. It's like $130 total price, both materials and labor all included package deal. But that is a great idea. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment
Yes Sir, I appreciate ur video. Thank you for showing the neighborhood where you lived. Its not bad at all...I appreciate all the information that u share on ur channel...your channel is one of a kind...it suits to many regular retirees that has regular SS income.
My channel is different because it's my experiences not covers by others. My point of view is from a province perspective. I stay away from walking street or sensationalizing Filipina women relationships here. But I do have a stereo type of Filipina women. I will quietly share it with you. Yes I know nothing is absolute . But I say most Filipinas are Brunettes with Brown eyes. Other than that, there is no stereo type worth mentioning. No other generality in my experience and opinion
😁brunettes with brown eyes and short...I'm sure you've seen them in California as well...but no I'm more curious about how it's like living in the Philippines from different provenance and the cost of living and different lifestyle
Yes. I am working on a few more content topics along those lines. That is basically the reason I make videos. To cover those topics I didn't see before I got here
LOVING THIS !
Thank you!!
Job will be well done, 2 Pat's on the back🎉🎉🎉
Thank you my friend and thanks for the comment!
I love these videos. Ive always wondered about asia. Vietnam etc. You really have it goin on chum! Im a contractor in Haliburton Ontario Canada and I can tell you..... you got it figured out. Id love to come there one day. 👍
Come for a visit my friend
If the only broken tiles are in front of the door, you could always have just that area replaced with a different tile, maybe with some type of border around it. Doesn't need to match.
That was my first thought. But in the end to redo the entire room is only $130 labor and materials
I love your place. The privacy is perfect with the big lot. The house setup is awesome. The paint really made it look nice. God Bless
Thank you so much 🤗
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat your welcome Sir.
You probably have a great life there. It’s a nice situation with getting social security and the cheap cost of living there. Your house is nice
Yes! Much better than I could have had there. And even more so than I could have known even from the youTubers I watched@@ARTWV
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat hell yeah, that’s awesome man. It’s like you hit a goldmine with your home.
God Bless
Nice progress! Would love to see a total rehab cost video once you're done.
That is definitely in the planning. I'm just waiting to get a little further along
Hi, I was so excited to see your latest video on the house. The kitchen is looking fantastic, the range cooker and hood so nice with the matching cabinets from the otherside. Sinks are in....love them! The french doors look great, and the fact that they match the other windows it looks like they have always been there. Not much more to do, except plumbing, cabinet doors, glass blocks which will be an amazing feature. The tiling will finish the look, can't wait to see choice of tiles. Are you going for subway tiling I wonder?
Yes I agree totally with your views on the bathroom, glass doors will be better, (especially as the one that is there has had its day) and sounds unique being on a barn door type fitting, again cannot wait, I am sure you will fit a new sink in too. The labour is so cheap, and the materials you find are cheap but don't look it!
I would go for blinds rather than curtains (personal preference), maybe you could find some cheap discontinued blinds somewhere, just a thought?.
Good idea for the wall with bamboo covering instead of the usual cement render and painting, I would never have thought of that, and it will match the bamboo shaded bar area.
I am already picturing the finished house and garden with colourful hammocks.
The fact that you say the temperature is not too high there sounds good too, especially as its not humid because that is the worst to contend with, you just walk around permanently wet, as if you just got out of the pool!
Oh, and you have a dog too, or does the dog belong to one of the workers? I am so nosey, ignore any questions that may sound intrusive to you, I will understand!
Until your next vlog, well done to you so far, I am impressed!
Oh awesome!! Thank you for noticing!! This has become my hobby
You;re welcome! Thank you for the video.@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
Your welcome
Looking great brother, keep on keeping on.
Thank you Greg!!
Wow the usd goes a long way there. Looks good 👍
Yes one of the great things about living here
Nice improvements! The coy pond is also a good idea. IMHO the bar would be in a better position parallel to the sink, just in front of the French doors because you'll be able to move all around it leaving three possible circulations from every door. By the way, you could still use it from the sink to the gas burners. Just my two cents.
In the pictures it appears there might be rough room but there really isn't. My first actual thought was to make an island but as you measure it out the with is about 2 feet short for decent walk way clearance
Looks great Little by little you will transform it
Yes it will, thank you
It looks fantastic, man I’d love to live there on my income. I can see why ppl from the US, would choose to relocate. The ppl seem really friendly, and welcome to outsiders. That’s a must, especially if you don’t speak the language. What’s the water like there, do you know if the visibility’s good enough for ppl to do any spearfishing? That’s where I’d want to be, somewhere I can look out my window and see my boat tied to the pier. But Id even be happy if I had to drive a little to get too the water, i do that now.
BTW, the Koi pond, sounds like a great idea, I also liked the idea for the bamboo on the wall. If that doesn’t workout, just paint it, I’m sure you’ll think of something. BOL
The Philippines is rapidly become very popular for divers. I actually tried it myself. Many people have those smaller outrigger type. Check out my 'Mariveles by day". You'll see what I mean. Probably not a nice as your boat but they work great
SOUNDS GOOD, EXCITED TO SEE THE FINISHED JOB ♥
Thank you!!
Congrats on 10K Subs
Hey thank you for noticing.!!
I've noticed a lot of people in the Philippines build the worktop bases from concrete to stop termites eating them.
I have been researching making the counter top and bar top from concrete. They use a special concert so next time I go to the hardware store I will see if they have it
An I’m loving the house ! It looks so peaceful there
Thanks Kyle. It's a dream come true and beyond for me. When you see all of this keep in mind. This is all coming from the last 4 months of my Social Security income. I had no savings!! Can you imaging how many homeless guys there are who have the same income or more as I do? The most recent studies say 40% / 50% of the retiring guys my age. In these videos I'm not doing this to be a TH-cam star. I am doing this as the example to those like me who can find their dreams too if they only knew the way.
Just make sure your improvement or value you add to property take as long as your occupancy...the only way for the owner to make a profit off your improvements is to break contract and relist.
They were not really interested in renting it when I met them! Their plan has been to tear it down and build a large newer house when the come back to retire here. Not to make a profit from as a rental
What does your landlord think of your improvements? It’s terrible to wonder this, but I hope he doesn’t kick you out in a year and then find a renter who will pay a lot more or raise your rent. Bamboo wall sounds awesome! Hide the wire above the wall and it’s really clean it up and give you more privacy. 😊
My thoughts exactly with the bamboo. I have a three year lease with options to extend. I pay rent in annual payments. When the landlord retires and returns from America my understanding they will tear it down and build a much larger newer place on this lot
You really need to do more frequent videos man, they're so good! I love that you bring up the cost for everything. Any update on the 2 for 1 rental property you featured? Would you consider organising and overseeing the renovation of that one (or something like that one) for someone else living abroad but wanting a 2nd home in the Philippines? It is very hard to get property managers who can keep to a budget and are careful with money (at least in the West) and I just love the idea of having a 2nd home out there "ready and waiting for me" at such a low cost. Where can we reach out to you, do you have an email you’re happy to share on YT so we can get in touch? Great job on your rental property once again btw.👍
Yes I would consider it. I would use the same guys I use here. That one actually would be easier because it's new and I have a bit more local experience now
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat @Ex-Pensive_Expat That's awesome, how can one get in touch with you? As I mentioned somewhere else, I'll likely be in the Philippines at some point towards the end of April. Would be great to meet up then if you're available?
Yes let's meet when you get here. You can come and see first hand what's in the video@@ShareTradingAdvice
The french doors are a win. They look great.
Thank you Steve!!!
New subscriber here. really enjoy your video's ..keep them coming
Thank you! Will do!
Hope your 3 year lease works out, never underestimate greed in the PI. My first time as a Sailor there 1983.
There are good and bad everywhere. I'm from southern CA. San Diego / LA, etc. I've seen a lot more greed there than here. I live in the province But I always have my eyes wide open I've been here two years tomorrow.
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat I have to agree with the comment above. Please have your agreements in writing and notarized none the less.
Always a good idea. Thanks for the comment!@@raindeguzman5110
Nice job!
its gone be a nice and cosy house,hope they dont kick you out when you finished the place
The owners will be in the US for a few more years. They will return when the retire. I will move when they return. That has been the deal since day one.
good deal@@Ex-Pensive_Expat
put linoleum on the floor, its a pvc thing. It's cheap, good looking etc.
Good thought. They have that a lot here
Labor is so cheap there, there is not really an excuse to not utilize it for the superior product. Like 10-20 dollars a day for an individual worker.
Impressive and inspirational sir! 👍
Thank you much!!
Looks great. No doubt it'll be a tropical party paradise. I think the koi pond would look really cool... could light it up at night.
Maybe some dehumidifiers in your house would be a good idea too, so you can breathe easier. Also possibly a grill/smoker setup in place of one of those bars. They say if you don't have your health...
The humidity today was 35%. Lat time I checked a few days ago it was 55%. I like the light idea. Maybe from under the bridge shining out
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat Oh, 35% isn't too bad. I think higher can make some people have a a bit of a harder time breathing easily.
Yeah, shining out would be cool, or maybe even subtle uplighting from the bottom of the pond.
35% is the low end but most will have you believe it's nearly 100% most of the time and the is just not true
You definitely have a knack for that remodeling. The way you envision things. When you said Koi pond I said no way.
Lol personally, I think the Koi pond is a little over the top, especially right near the septic tank.
Good job on “this old house Philippines”
Once you get done with all the work and get settled in, it’s going to be a very inexpensive existence. 👍
Hahaha... Yes if you listened close right before I explained it I actually said "" Over the top"". Good call my friend!! And actually the pond and the Koi is just an excuse to have a bamboo bridge lol.. Thing is I am not sure the Koi could survive but I have wondered what to do there besides grass and the sidewalk from the bar to the bathroom . Thank you for the comment and compliments!!
Lot's of improvements considering it's a rental property 😮 I'd be worried that I'm spending money on something that isn't really mine....does look lovely though😊
No need to worry about that. You can find properties here already fixed up. But at the price I've got I'll be saving thousands over the lease period
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Please tell me you added a power outlet under the kitchen sink for hot water?
I rarely see hot water at the kitchen sink or CR sinks for that matter.
Looking great man!
Diggin the French doors. Excellent choice there.
Keep up the great work. Videos are working well.👍
Cheers from the PNW Seattle WA area.✌️🍻
Thank you so much!!!
Nice! Get a pressure washer and clean up those perimeter walls. All the best to you from Paraguay.
Yes that is in the plan. Not so easy to find a pressure washer here. I think I will be3 covering the walls in Bamboo
I think it would be great if you could install a pocket door in the bedroom, to access the bathroom, without having to walk through the entire place. The door from the kitchen could stay. I couldn’t tell if there was a tub, but I would shorten that area on the left by a foot, to build shelves for towels and toilet paper. Then the area to the right of the shelves would be a walk-in shower. A floating shelf or two above the toilet could be used for toiletries and a small plant.
We can't do pocket doors here. The construction is concrete block which is defiantly no hollow. Good ideas but to the left is the shower and there is not enough room for walk through for shelve right there. There should be plenty of room under the sink on the right side. Thank you for the ideas and taking the time to comment!!
Wow it's really looking good. Hella of a job
Thank you!!
you did some nice work to this place. i really don't think they will tear it down after you leave the place. it looks nicer then what i can see of the other homes nearby.
Well Thank you my friend!!
We have a bamboo wall. It is super aggressive. It will quickly start grow in the yard towards the house and will always need to be cut back. It also grows very, very quickly and the root system will reach to your septic tank. Just be aware of how invasive it is. And, if you decide you don’t like it, you can’t get rid of it.
Thanks for your concern and I know you're absolutely correct. But the bamboo I am using has already been harvested.
Dude this is awesome!
Thank you my friend !!
It's so nice, they might raise your rent
Aww.. Thanks,, no they will move back after retiring in the US in a few years and that is when I will move out
Just a thought for the hammocks, if you could find thin steel rods you could have 2 run off the top of the wall pillars at a slight angle with the down slope leaning toward the wall. Then have metal rods cemented into the ground going straight up & welded to the angled ones, you could still do or 2 more on the pillars either side for extra strength & for looks, then if you want still wrap it in the bamboo to mask the metal/steel rods.
You are doing great, I was just thinking the strongest immovable way for hammocks to last forever lol.
Long rant, but I just got my passport delivered so no gonna look at plane ticket prices & dates. I'm still looking mid to late April & will make social media by next weekend to start locking in plans of where I will stay & see in the Ph.
What are your thoughts about where to land. Do you have friends here??
I'm also coming in April, visiting Vietnam and Thailand first. Would love to meet up if you have time and want to. I don't know anyone out there but have been watching Philippine Vloggers non stop for 6 months now!😅
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat You are my friend lol. Im hoping I could visit your place & spend 2-3 days seeing what daily life is like & the area. I have about 2 weeks so I will be trying to see a few places for a few days each. I was guessing Manilla as I dont know if planes fly normally to other places. Plus I remember you are north of Manilla anyway so after a day or 2 of resting & walking around Manilla I could get moving north for a few days. I will for sure reach out once I lock in flight plans.
Let me know when you're coming@@linkinemerson8620
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat What are the social media apps I should make? I deleted my FB in 2012 & havent touched it since, but to connect & plan better Im sue its very useful there.
I curious if the septic systems there are just holding tanks that need to be pumped out every so often? Here you would need a large mound system to have more of a maintenance free system that didn't need to be pumped.
I believe there are both here. I am not sure what type I have. Only that it works so far
Love what your doing there
Thank you!!
@@Ex-Pensive_Expat I think your enjoying your project too
yes actually it's become my hobby
For the chipped tile in front of the door, you could remove two tiles from the door and four across (going to one on each side beyond the door) and make it like a landing space/foyer area without having to replace all the other tiles.
That was one of my first thoughts. Since they are a bit spread out including smaller chips you can't see in the video. I thought I will just paint them. By the time you dig out the old ones out and then try to level new ones in labor-wise it's about the same as covering the entire floor. But thank you for taking the time to offer the suggestion. Much appreciated
Would have made sense to do the floor tiles prior to building the kitchen cabinet frames and installing the stove?
There is some area from the previous cabinets that were not tiled either. I am not sure why I would tile under cabinets knowing where they will be and save the on the per sq ft costs. When I leave this house it will be torn down. The owners bought it for the land and will rebuild another house when that time comes in about 3 1/2 years. I hadn't considered re-tiling the floors in the beginning. The stove is not permanently installed and would not be effected by the new level of the floor if I did re-tile. I have since decided not to retile the floor for now. I will paint the chipped areas and leave it at that.
Keep an eye open for termites with those wooden kitchen frames.
I love this series
Thank you!!
The bamboo wall would look good and would also block the line of sight of some of the other properties ( the roof tops) . Make you feel like your more private.
Exactly!!
It's looking great. The bathroom is gunna be a big job. You should gut it and start from scratch
Yes I am thinking that too.
Looking AmAzInG !!
Thank you so Much!!