8 years on utube this is the best blog I seen 👍I am from new York. 23 years ago I move to Costa Rica. 3 minutes from town I buy a mountain with beautiful views of the ocean, jungle, mountains, the town. I build a rustic home With all glass on top of the 35 acres mountain. Then I meet a beautiful girl much younger then me. We live together 10 years never have argument of fight. I make plans incase I die she would be very rich. One day she just lay down on the floor and die she was 33 years old brain tumor never sick .broke my heart. You guys live happy keep it up God bless both of you 🙏🏼 happy trails from Rocky in Costa Rica
To me drilling water wells would be fun, at least for awhile. New locations, different soils, dangerous so have to stay alert and it's useful. I'm weird. I liked most jobs I've had. It always came down to the money for me. I'd enjoy A or B so pick the higher pay.
What you are saying is so true. Similar to your experience in the Philippines, here in Southern Japan, I have found I can only have what I consider a normal, natural conversation with fellow expats. Unfortunately where I live, there is no expat community making a normal social life difficult. This is my only reason for wanting to leave Japan eventually.
@ Yes, I agree. I even speak intermediate-level Japanese; however. real, meaningful communication and actual rapport and connection is only possible when there is mutual understanding which most often never really happens with the local Japanese especially if they have never travelled abroad. It comes down to a fundamental difference in thinking.
Yes, but I get bored everywhere. I'm disabled, I'm not able to do alot of activity. Here in the Philippines, I have people I like and love are here around me. At my home country I'm alone, and very bored. So, it's better here, I don't have snow to shovel, Frozen water pipes, cold days, and I don't miss that
Yes! You can get bored anywhere on Earth! You must stay busy. Even if you have very little money. There is ALWAYS a project you can work on that will eventually SAVE you and or your family money in the future. OR projects that will INCREASE your monthly income over time. Those are the projects worth tackling!
Thanks for your perspective on the boredom issues , Good info. Greg , I like how youre a good conversationalist and that you’re considerate enough to always include Wilma’s opinion on things. Good job .
Real estate never goes down, only thing that would cause the "price" to go down is if the peso tanked and whichever currency your home country is skyrockets. I am currently a 90%. Staying in Dumaguete currently but looking for a place in Valencia.
I'm actually considering taking over "old dog new tricks" lease when him and Baby Mae move into their new house they are building. I could totally handle that house with a big fenced yard for $450/month and not have to worry about paying for air conditioning.
It happens in the US too, one day noticed 2 Spanish girls at work having the most relaxed conversation with each other. Could tell they were enjoying their conversation in their native tongue. It was nice to see. Am looking forward to getting bored! Hopefully will make some nice friends like you two. Thanks for the video, Wilma and Greg...Jim
Whenever someone, anyone, says they are "bored" I always shake my head in puzzlement. There are so many things to do in one lifetime, you could never do them all. Hobbies, goals, learning, sharing, teaching, creating, helping others, the list goes on forever! If you're bored in the Philippines, you're doing something wrong. Thank you for this video Greg and Wilma, love you and keep up the good work! (I'll be back in December!)
I was curious to see your take on this topic because it is a concern of mine. Having an expat community and home-related projects makes perfect sense. For me, I’ll need some sporting activities as well, like golf, scuba, pickup basketball/volleyball, and maybe some chess with the locals. I know these are all readily available throughout the Philippines.
You get boredom wherever you'll be. If you live here in North America not only boredom but more stress because of the daily cost of living. But your place is up in the mountain and is beautiful. I think I bump into you at Malatapay market. I am a Fil-Canadian and Western amenities around is so important. And you are right that it is important to have good friends of Filipinos and Expats. We need the expats community. I was very happy to meet my fellow Canadian in the Boulevard (who is a vlogger who now lives in Iloilo) when I was there for 6 months. I also meet lots of Expats in Tambobo bay (mostly sailors) and join the buffet Wednesdays and Fridays for only 250 pesos ($4.50) about 6 different items and with western Bread. Just bring your own butter.
Greg/Wilma, wow timely topic here for Ghen and I here in Lipa, Batangas. So far 22 days in after the big PI retirement move here and for me, serving 30 years in the Air Force and 5 years afterwards in the civilian sector, I need to decompress from that. Now will boredom eventually set in as all my friends and family say, for sure but now its adjusting and thankfully moving numerous times in the military all around the world and also being in the Philippines 7 times I/we can adjust. We will rent first then become a 10%er. As for the EXPAT side of it, I would foresee the same for us, just find who we fit in with and go with it and as Ghen says, try to stay away from the "CHISMIS". Again we always love your videos!
Boredom is very real in the Philippines. However, it depends on your personality. We built our home and bought a 2 hectare farm. So, the first year was busy. However, I try to keep myself active by doing things around the house and exercising. I love nature, but it's just too hot to go for walks (we live in Isabela province). But, as the weather should be cooling down a little, we can walk in the daytime/early evening. Thank you for the video.
My wife and I are in your 10%er range. In our 50s, early retirement, and enjoying life now. Wife gardens, and we spend a lot of time with her friends and family. And some travel for now, but hoping to do more in and out of the Philippines like Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.
You’re right it depends on the couple. I am from Leyte and my American husband would like to retire there. That is my concern too is if he gets bored so i let him choose where to retire. He’s been working all his life so he’s used to being busy. He enjoys the company of my family and friends, they could all speak english which was a deciding factor for him to retire there. We have already bought a 2.5 hectares land up on a hill at a very low price.
Good morning afternoon and evening. It has been a couple months since your last update at Sandy’s place. Will there be more updates on this build? Or have they decided not to share their progress due to the exposure? My wife has a very similar floor plan in her head for our first floor. Thank you so much for what you both are doing here. The information you share is invaluable.
I'm moving from Texas to Iloilio city in a couple of days. Being 74 and single, I don't plan on having any relations with any Filipina just so I can buy a house. I will rent as long as I am living there. I don't think it's a good idea for me at my age to try to find that special someone just so I can get a house. but I will look at the possibility of renting a small house once I find that perfect place.
@@buildingthephilippines Yes! , it's ok to step out of your comfort zone as long as you minimize the risks. For instance, I would not go live in Zamboanga Del Norte as an American and start a TH-cam Vlog. Definitely risky.
Hi Guys, enjoyed the topic. I was going to be a 10% but my wife passed. But now as a married 90%er-- one big thing for a foreigner to think about is your Filipino girl who has only been in the Philippines has near 0 idea/ understanding of your culture. That can be very challenging. But I find explaining everything 7 times keeps me from getting bored!!Take care.
I think yes you can get bored, Money has lot to do with it, Keep budget and budget for some excitement, New things, Even travel outside, Really have to keep on that budget, We have 2 farms, Condo, and big house, We are not bored lmao, But maintenance is off the chart, Really keep with property that kicks back funds. We have made mistakes of course but everything is finished,
A great measured approach. I generally don't care for too many expats in a concentrated area. If they group in numbers with alcohol involved in a public setting, that is more often than not a bad thing. My wife is a filipina raised in the US, but we don't really need foreigners in our friend group. Not opposed to it, but not close to even being necessary. We are more ambivalent to that topic. With that said, people are people, good and bad, and it is not always specific to any one group of people, however than can be a larger group of people who migrate to a certain place who may exhibit certain negative traits which may be attributed to their own local customs or behaviors.
Well said. We gravitate to people like us, mive away from the others. Surround yourself with good people, no matter who they are, and things normally go well.
I don’t want to talk about boredom.😁I want to talk about your flat roof. If you don’t mind any leaks after the large amount of rain you have had? Enjoying your journey. Ours is about to start.
No way you can get bored, also in the Philippines. You can always be busy with hobbies or volunteer work... or post videos on TH-cam. I am volunteering to teach in the Philippines, few hours a day... former University professor.
Yes, boredom is a real thing. After being on the go for most of our lives, all of a sudden you find yourself with little or nothing that you actually HAVE to do. I think that’s one of the reasons why expats sometimes get themselves involved in drama over there. They don’t have a lot of more important things to put their minds to. When I face an unpleasant situation, I tell myself that someone somewhere is facing much worse circumstances that I am facing now. It gives me perspective. For someone that’s “bored” over there needs to tell themselves 1) I am free to do whatever I want to whenever I want to 2) I don’t have to set an alarm clock 3) I don’t have an unreasonable boss to deal with and 4) most expats don’t (or shouldn’t have) many or any financial strains. If you’re bored, find a volunteer opportunity. Teach English to school kids, volunteer at an orphanage, etc… Remember, you’re living a life that most people (both Filipinos and others ) don’t have.
I never heard of the 90%/10% thing. I think many people come here on vacation, or many vacations, so they are always on the move, as expected. Then when they come to live here they start doing that but then you have seen and done a lot so you might tend to be home more. You might travel, but just as not as much as when here on vacation. As you said, some can't be at home, they get to antsy and others are content to spend time at home. I think owning a home you have more to do because it is your place versus renting. Definitely agree with selling the house that could be difficult. All to many build homes that are more like a home you would see in the west, however if they go to sell that house your pool of potential buyers is very small due to the price. It can take a long time to sell and get the price you were wanting. I am in that category of stuck sitting off to the side at filipino parties, looking around, twiddling my fingers watching everyone having a great time. Some try to talk, but many just are not fluent enough to have a full on conversation. It is also hard when your filipina was not living abroad so she is used to being in her area with family and friends, and not really wanting to move to another island.
i describe it as i wanna be close but far.. meaning close to the city but in the barrio as far away from neighbors as possible so i dont have to hear their dogs and karaoke ( at least not far enough away to be able to sleep) looking at 1 hectare bordered by areas where nobody will build a house.
Good info, learn how to speak Tagalog. ❤ in that way you will not be bored or be out of place. Stay strong and thank you for sharing your experiences 😆.😊😅❤❤❤
I don't THINK I want to be on top of a lot of expats, but I would like to be a fairly short travel time away from some to visit and meet from time to time. We have land in Leyte and planning to build there. It's in Mayorga, about 40 minutes from Tacloban, very close to MacArthur Park. Last time I was there I had the freedom to drive when and where I wanted to for the first time & we explored the Tacloban area quite a bit, mostly for me, I wanted to get an idea of what I might do from day to day if I get bored at the house. I did find quite a bit to do, found a fantastic Italian restaurant that serves probably the best steak I ever ate. That was actually in Samar just across the bridge from Tacloban. But overall, I THINK I would be fine there when I'm ready to call it quits here in the US rat race. My wife and I have talked about visiting Cebu or Manila for a few days every other month or so if we get too bored in the province. We'd both love to visit some of the neighboring countries as well. I've been to Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, but she hasn't. Flying around over there is so cheap, in country especially but even to neighboring countries is cheap. I'm glad you made this video, as it's something I have thought about a lot and everyone considering the move needs to put a lot of thought and research into it.
Where ever you are you can get bored, especially after retiring. We are in canada right now my husband is canadian and want to retire there, we already have a house there in cavite but we are planning to buy a farmland because we want to do something and not to get bored. It's not healthy to just sit around, physically and mentally. You mention about the price of land, I notice that it's. More expensive there in the visayas than in Luzon. Probably because a lot of foreigner comes to that part of the philippines and buying property. I think that's the case. While in luzun you can buy a farm land fir as low as 120php / sqm. I'm surprise when I see several videos like yours and other expats there and talking about the prices of land out there.
My Wife is from Kabankalon City. I am a city guy, so we are going to live in Bacolod Megaworld. Hoping to find a good group of Expats there. Otherwise, will visit Iloilo to hang there.
I have lived in PH for around 3 years and a member of a Expat coffee club which I enjoy going to. I seem to get bored though with all the small talk/1 liner jokes and crave a more substantial conversation with meaning. This type of communication does not occur with the PH woman most of the time if at all. I suppose the cultural difference are in play here. I have met a couple of expats that were members of AA and they also miss the deeper level of talk but they live out of the area so there is another problem. Anyway, just venting
Bored? Like every moment of our life should be special, spectacular, and fulfilling lol. No one seems to take a moment to just sit and be. I’m waiting for the day when translators in tech helps us at all times! All friendships are valued, language barriers take time to work through-why does impatience creep in lol. At 69, I STILL work on patience😝. When you own a home, endless tasks and improvements keep us busy. If I ever get to I will welcome boredom-coz it’ll be MINE! Have a great week love to Prince. What seasonings do you not have access to Wilma? I m curious and MEBBE I can help. Don’t know how long things take to ship, but if I can help I will. Imma foodie really good cook myself and I throughly ENJOY my own cooking! Have a great one🙏🏻❤️😎🦩💨
Yes, a sense of downtime in one's life is not being bored, but earned relaxation. What we can't find here in the way of ingredients, when can order on line. Thank you for offering. Appreciate the comment.
Realistically speaking you can get bored in the philippines after the first week. What you do to keep yourself busy is what helps push boredom down the road but it will always happen. Ironically, having too much money can also cause boredom. You can travel non stop, buy whatever you want, do just about anything you want and nothing is as exciting anymore because you dont have to struggle to get the things you want (and this happens everywhere easy explanation of why so many rich kids die of overdose) I highly suggest you dont retire (ANYWHERE) until you've found some hobbies you love and learn how to keep busy outdoors and indoors
@@buildingthephilippines We're moving there in January. Sablan, Benguet near Baguio. Already narrowing down my list of contractors and will start building our house soon.
400k for the system. He would travel but you would have to pay for his travel expenses for him and his guys. Probably better and cheaper to find an installer local.
Yes the same westher thecsame malls thexsame food you need a hobbie i rebuilt a car but parts nothing you can get there you need good friends but they move so i just come 4 months snd go back to Seattle's
i work at a job here in the US where i make good money but i hate it. its all about money money money and work work work. i'm in my early 50s i wish i can get away from all this. i just bought some land in mindanao and getting it ready to build a house
8 years on utube this is the best blog I seen 👍I am from new York. 23 years ago I move to Costa Rica. 3 minutes from town I buy a mountain with beautiful views of the ocean, jungle, mountains, the town. I build a rustic home With all glass on top of the 35 acres mountain. Then I meet a beautiful girl much younger then me. We live together 10 years never have argument of fight. I make plans incase I die she would be very rich. One day she just lay down on the floor and die she was 33 years old brain tumor never sick .broke my heart. You guys live happy keep it up God bless both of you 🙏🏼 happy trails from Rocky in Costa Rica
@rocconasso6277 thanks for sharing your story. Sorry to hear of your loss. Thanks for watching.
the thumbnail was a good laugh. thanks for the good start for the day.
I got a new job drilling water wells , the pay is good but its a boring job .
Interesting job. Commercial or residential?
To me drilling water wells would be fun, at least for awhile. New locations, different soils, dangerous so have to stay alert and it's useful. I'm weird. I liked most jobs I've had. It always came down to the money for me. I'd enjoy A or B so pick the higher pay.
What you are saying is so true. Similar to your experience in the Philippines, here in Southern Japan, I have found I can only have what I consider a normal, natural conversation with fellow expats. Unfortunately where I live, there is no expat community making a normal social life difficult. This is my only reason for wanting to leave Japan eventually.
One needs a sense of community, and that can really only be realized with proper communication.
@ Yes, I agree. I even speak intermediate-level Japanese; however. real, meaningful communication and actual rapport and connection is only possible when there is mutual understanding which most often never really happens with the local Japanese especially if they have never travelled abroad. It comes down to a fundamental difference in thinking.
Yes, but I get bored everywhere. I'm disabled, I'm not able to do alot of activity. Here in the Philippines, I have people I like and love are here around me. At my home country I'm alone, and very bored. So, it's better here, I don't have snow to shovel, Frozen water pipes, cold days, and I don't miss that
So true about the inclimate weather, don't miss that at all. Good to hear your enjoying yourself.
Yes! You can get bored anywhere on Earth! You must stay busy. Even if you have very little money. There is ALWAYS a project you can work on that will eventually SAVE you and or your family money in the future. OR projects that will INCREASE your monthly income over time. Those are the projects worth tackling!
@@foreignerescapestothephi-lj3ls agreed, we have kept ourselves busy for 3 years here. In fact, we have things stacked up.
Great information! Thank you. I am moving to the Philippines next year! I can't wait!
Congrats on moving to the Philippines
Great topic, thanks! Didn’t get to meet you two back in June when we were there, but hope to in the future!
Thank you, look us up once in the area.
Thanks for your perspective on the boredom issues , Good info. Greg , I like how youre a good conversationalist and that you’re considerate enough to always include Wilma’s opinion on things. Good job .
Thanks for the comment, appreciate it.
Real estate never goes down, only thing that would cause the "price" to go down is if the peso tanked and whichever currency your home country is skyrockets. I am currently a 90%. Staying in Dumaguete currently but looking for a place in Valencia.
Enjoy your time here. Appreciate you watching our videos.
I'm actually considering taking over "old dog new tricks" lease when him and Baby Mae move into their new house they are building. I could totally handle that house with a big fenced yard for $450/month and not have to worry about paying for air conditioning.
Sounds like a plan.
Love to watch the video full of information and entertaining. Enjoy your well planned retirement.
Thank you, appreciate that.
It happens in the US too, one day noticed 2 Spanish girls at work having the most relaxed conversation with each other. Could tell they were enjoying their conversation in their native tongue. It was nice to see.
Am looking forward to getting bored! Hopefully will make some nice friends like you two. Thanks for the video, Wilma and Greg...Jim
Yes, we take a zero sometimes. A little bored is good once in a while.
Whenever someone, anyone, says they are "bored" I always shake my head in puzzlement. There are so many things to do in one lifetime, you could never do them all. Hobbies, goals, learning, sharing, teaching, creating, helping others, the list goes on forever! If you're bored in the Philippines, you're doing something wrong. Thank you for this video Greg and Wilma, love you and keep up the good work! (I'll be back in December!)
@@kevinsoundmixer well said, see you in December.
For most retirees, answering the question of what to do for 8 hrs. A day 5 days a week is a must!!!
Very true, thanks for commenting.
I was curious to see your take on this topic because it is a concern of mine. Having an expat community and home-related projects makes perfect sense. For me, I’ll need some sporting activities as well, like golf, scuba, pickup basketball/volleyball, and maybe some chess with the locals. I know these are all readily available throughout the Philippines.
Yes, they are. Keeping busy is important.
You get boredom wherever you'll be. If you live here in North America not only boredom but more stress because of the daily cost of living. But your place is up in the mountain and is beautiful. I think I bump into you at Malatapay market. I am a Fil-Canadian and Western amenities around is so important. And you are right that it is important to have good friends of Filipinos and Expats. We need the expats community. I was very happy to meet my fellow Canadian in the Boulevard (who is a vlogger who now lives in Iloilo) when I was there for 6 months. I also meet lots of Expats in Tambobo bay (mostly sailors) and join the buffet Wednesdays and Fridays for only 250 pesos ($4.50) about 6 different items and with western Bread. Just bring your own butter.
Appreciate the comment.
Anther good one today’s blog,thank you for sharing,I chose Bohol to retire,hopefully I will be busy and don’t get bored
@filipinamunchkin bohol is a good choice, enjoy your retirement.
@@buildingthephilippines would like to meet you guys when I settle.
@@filipinasimplelifeinAmerica sounds good
always enjoy your videos...always relevant info. No drama. How about a video on the guard dog?
@@datravels A video on Prince would be good.
Greg/Wilma, wow timely topic here for Ghen and I here in Lipa, Batangas. So far 22 days in after the big PI retirement move here and for me, serving 30 years in the Air Force and 5 years afterwards in the civilian sector, I need to decompress from that. Now will boredom eventually set in as all my friends and family say, for sure but now its adjusting and thankfully moving numerous times in the military all around the world and also being in the Philippines 7 times I/we can adjust. We will rent first then become a 10%er. As for the EXPAT side of it, I would foresee the same for us, just find who we fit in with and go with it and as Ghen says, try to stay away from the "CHISMIS". Again we always love your videos!
Sounds like you have the right approach. Congrats on the move and enjoy yourselves.
Don't call me , I'll call you. 🤣 Great video and SO true !
Bingo
Nothing wrong with being bored occasionally 😊
Yes, we have earned it right. Thanks for commenting.
Boredom is very real in the Philippines. However, it depends on your personality.
We built our home and bought a 2 hectare farm. So, the first year was busy. However, I try to keep myself active by doing things around the house and exercising.
I love nature, but it's just too hot to go for walks (we live in Isabela province). But, as the weather should be cooling down a little, we can walk in the daytime/early evening.
Thank you for the video.
@tyremango appreciate the comment and thanks for watching
My wife and I are in your 10%er range. In our 50s, early retirement, and enjoying life now. Wife gardens, and we spend a lot of time with her friends and family. And some travel for now, but hoping to do more in and out of the Philippines like Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.
That sounds like a good plan. Thanks for commenting.
You’re right it depends on the couple. I am from Leyte and my American husband would like to retire there. That is my concern too is if he gets bored so i let him choose where to retire. He’s been working all his life so he’s used to being busy. He enjoys the company of my family and friends, they could all speak english which was a deciding factor for him to retire there. We have already bought a 2.5 hectares land up on a hill at a very low price.
@@yanic.1018 enjoy your future retirement. Thanks for watching
Thank you very much for this subje t and discuss. It help me to consider a choice for choosing a retirement place. Ingat😊
Thank you, appreciate it.
Good video!
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@@guydent9046 thx
Good morning afternoon and evening. It has been a couple months since your last update at Sandy’s place. Will there be more updates on this build? Or have they decided not to share their progress due to the exposure? My wife has a very similar floor plan in her head for our first floor. Thank you so much for what you both are doing here. The information you share is invaluable.
Yes, I need to get over there for another update.
Glad your wearing Dodger blue! Go Dodgers! Maybe next year!!
I'm a fan, not a fanatic. I hope it made you feel good though. Thanks for watching.
I would never get bored in the Philippines chasing my Filipina around the bedroom all day!
Everyone needs a hobby. Enjoy.
I'm moving from Texas to Iloilio city in a couple of days. Being 74 and single, I don't plan on having any relations with any Filipina just so I can buy a house. I will rent as long as I am living there. I don't think it's a good idea for me at my age to try to find that special someone just so I can get a house. but I will look at the possibility of renting a small house once I find that perfect place.
Congrats to you. Enjoy your life in the Philippines.
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the best thing for bordem is doing risking things
Depends on the risk. Could get you injured or in trouble. Being adventurous, to a degree, does keep things interesting.
@@buildingthephilippines Yes! , it's ok to step out of your comfort zone as long as you minimize the risks. For instance, I would not go live in Zamboanga Del Norte as an American and start a TH-cam Vlog. Definitely risky.
That's for sure
Hi Guys, enjoyed the topic. I was going to be a 10% but my wife passed. But now as a married 90%er-- one big thing for a foreigner to think about is your Filipino girl who has only been in the Philippines has near 0 idea/ understanding of your culture. That can be very challenging. But I find explaining everything 7 times keeps me from getting bored!!Take care.
@mpnsfilipinoretirement sorry for your loss. Very true statement, we see that as well.
And to be fair…. probably more so…. I actually know nothing of her/Filipino culture. We both learn everyday. Again… never bored. Take care.
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I'm.seeking two Filipinas to have a real forever relationship and I don't think we'll get too bored.❤
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I think yes you can get bored, Money has lot to do with it, Keep budget and budget for some excitement, New things, Even travel outside, Really have to keep on that budget, We have 2 farms, Condo, and big house, We are not bored lmao, But maintenance is off the chart, Really keep with property that kicks back funds. We have made mistakes of course but everything is finished,
Glad that you're finished. Thanks for watching.
A great measured approach. I generally don't care for too many expats in a concentrated area. If they group in numbers with alcohol involved in a public setting, that is more often than not a bad thing. My wife is a filipina raised in the US, but we don't really need foreigners in our friend group. Not opposed to it, but not close to even being necessary. We are more ambivalent to that topic. With that said, people are people, good and bad, and it is not always specific to any one group of people, however than can be a larger group of people who migrate to a certain place who may exhibit certain negative traits which may be attributed to their own local customs or behaviors.
Well said. We gravitate to people like us, mive away from the others. Surround yourself with good people, no matter who they are, and things normally go well.
Are you seeing more western non Filipino couples moving there? We are planning another 4 month vacation there to check out a part time home.
We see many foreign men with filipina wives who have lived in the West for many years.
@ we think it’s a great place. Cheaper version of Hawaii. Especially Apolong.
Cheaper for sure
I don’t want to talk about boredom.😁I want to talk about your flat roof. If you don’t mind any leaks after the large amount of rain you have had? Enjoying your journey. Ours is about to start.
No, roof is pitched 5 degrees. No gutters or down spouts.
No way you can get bored, also in the Philippines. You can always be busy with hobbies or volunteer work... or post videos on TH-cam. I am volunteering to teach in the Philippines, few hours a day... former University professor.
Plenty to do for sure. Thanks for commenting.
Youre living my dream - to volunteer as a teacher in manila...youre amazing!
Yes, boredom is a real thing. After being on the go for most of our lives, all of a sudden you find yourself with little or nothing that you actually HAVE to do. I think that’s one of the reasons why expats sometimes get themselves involved in drama over there. They don’t have a lot of more important things to put their minds to. When I face an unpleasant situation, I tell myself that someone somewhere is facing much worse circumstances that I am facing now. It gives me perspective. For someone that’s “bored” over there needs to tell themselves 1) I am free to do whatever I want to whenever I want to 2) I don’t have to set an alarm clock 3) I don’t have an unreasonable boss to deal with and 4) most expats don’t (or shouldn’t have) many or any financial strains. If you’re bored, find a volunteer opportunity. Teach English to school kids, volunteer at an orphanage, etc… Remember, you’re living a life that most people (both Filipinos and others ) don’t have.
Well said, thanks for commenting.
I never heard of the 90%/10% thing. I think many people come here on vacation, or many vacations, so they are always on the move, as expected. Then when they come to live here they start doing that but then you have seen and done a lot so you might tend to be home more. You might travel, but just as not as much as when here on vacation. As you said, some can't be at home, they get to antsy and others are content to spend time at home. I think owning a home you have more to do because it is your place versus renting. Definitely agree with selling the house that could be difficult. All to many build homes that are more like a home you would see in the west, however if they go to sell that house your pool of potential buyers is very small due to the price. It can take a long time to sell and get the price you were wanting.
I am in that category of stuck sitting off to the side at filipino parties, looking around, twiddling my fingers watching everyone having a great time. Some try to talk, but many just are not fluent enough to have a full on conversation. It is also hard when your filipina was not living abroad so she is used to being in her area with family and friends, and not really wanting to move to another island.
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i describe it as i wanna be close but far.. meaning close to the city but in the barrio as far away from neighbors as possible so i dont have to hear their dogs and karaoke ( at least not far enough away to be able to sleep) looking at 1 hectare bordered by areas where nobody will build a house.
There you go, good idea.
Good info, learn how to speak Tagalog. ❤ in that way you will not be bored or be out of place. Stay strong and thank you for sharing your experiences 😆.😊😅❤❤❤
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I don't THINK I want to be on top of a lot of expats, but I would like to be a fairly short travel time away from some to visit and meet from time to time. We have land in Leyte and planning to build there. It's in Mayorga, about 40 minutes from Tacloban, very close to MacArthur Park. Last time I was there I had the freedom to drive when and where I wanted to for the first time & we explored the Tacloban area quite a bit, mostly for me, I wanted to get an idea of what I might do from day to day if I get bored at the house. I did find quite a bit to do, found a fantastic Italian restaurant that serves probably the best steak I ever ate. That was actually in Samar just across the bridge from Tacloban. But overall, I THINK I would be fine there when I'm ready to call it quits here in the US rat race. My wife and I have talked about visiting Cebu or Manila for a few days every other month or so if we get too bored in the province. We'd both love to visit some of the neighboring countries as well. I've been to Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, but she hasn't. Flying around over there is so cheap, in country especially but even to neighboring countries is cheap. I'm glad you made this video, as it's something I have thought about a lot and everyone considering the move needs to put a lot of thought and research into it.
Congrats in advance for your move to Leyte. Enjoy your retirement. Thanks for watching.
Where ever you are you can get bored, especially after retiring. We are in canada right now my husband is canadian and want to retire there, we already have a house there in cavite but we are planning to buy a farmland because we want to do something and not to get bored. It's not healthy to just sit around, physically and mentally. You mention about the price of land, I notice that it's. More expensive there in the visayas than in Luzon. Probably because a lot of foreigner comes to that part of the philippines and buying property. I think that's the case. While in luzun you can buy a farm land fir as low as 120php / sqm. I'm surprise when I see several videos like yours and other expats there and talking about the prices of land out there.
Yes, I also believe the influx of foreigners have driven the prices up. Enjoy your future retirement in the Philippines.
Off subject,, can you direct me to where I can bar stools with a back and what I should pay for them? I live close
@@ericjf5343 mandaue foam has a decent selection. I believe ours was 5500 pesos each.
My Wife is from Kabankalon City. I am a city guy, so we are going to live in Bacolod Megaworld. Hoping to find a good group of Expats there. Otherwise, will visit Iloilo to hang there.
Congrats to you, enjoy your life in Bacolod. Thanks for watching.
I have lived in PH for around 3 years and a member of a Expat coffee club which I enjoy going to. I seem to get bored though with all the small talk/1 liner jokes and crave a more substantial conversation with meaning. This type of communication does not occur with the PH woman most of the time if at all. I suppose the cultural difference are in play here. I have met a couple of expats that were members of AA and they also miss the deeper level of talk but they live out of the area so there is another problem. Anyway, just venting
Thanks for commenting. I know where you're coming from.
Bored? Like every moment of our life should be special, spectacular, and fulfilling lol. No one seems to take a moment to just sit and be. I’m waiting for the day when translators in tech helps us at all times! All friendships are valued, language barriers take time to work through-why does impatience creep in lol. At 69, I STILL work on patience😝. When you own a home, endless tasks and improvements keep us busy. If I ever get to I will welcome boredom-coz it’ll be MINE! Have a great week love to Prince. What seasonings do you not have access to Wilma? I m curious and MEBBE I can help. Don’t know how long things take to ship, but if I can help I will. Imma foodie really good cook myself and I throughly ENJOY my own cooking! Have a great one🙏🏻❤️😎🦩💨
Yes, a sense of downtime in one's life is not being bored, but earned relaxation. What we can't find here in the way of ingredients, when can order on line. Thank you for offering. Appreciate the comment.
Boredom is always there! Get your home projects done. Get your toys like a giant swing right over your front yard for example. 😃
We will keep busy always. Thanks for watching.
Get involved in community work
@bwilliam6827 we are plenty busy with projects, general housekeeping items, get together etc.
Realistically speaking you can get bored in the philippines after the first week.
What you do to keep yourself busy is what helps push boredom down the road but it will always happen.
Ironically, having too much money can also cause boredom. You can travel non stop, buy whatever you want, do just about anything you want and nothing is as exciting anymore because you dont have to struggle to get the things you want (and this happens everywhere easy explanation of why so many rich kids die of overdose)
I highly suggest you dont retire (ANYWHERE) until you've found some hobbies you love and learn how to keep busy outdoors and indoors
@just_another_bot0110 Sound advice. Thanks for commenting.
10%er here. There’s plenty to do. Just have to get out and do it. Import your home country interests.
So true, keeping busy is easy.
I'm bored here in the states! At least there I can travel anywhere I want to go.
@@JerryBellasFinalChapter Plan a trip over. Thanks for watching.
@@buildingthephilippines We're moving there in January. Sablan, Benguet near Baguio. Already narrowing down my list of contractors and will start building our house soon.
Great to hear, congrats
what was the total cost of u r solar project and will u r guy travel to bislig city in suriagao del sur
400k for the system. He would travel but you would have to pay for his travel expenses for him and his guys. Probably better and cheaper to find an installer local.
@@buildingthephilippines thank u so much
Seems like the guys who get bored turn into internet trolls or get in the expat Facebook groups to just bitch and moan about EVERYTHING.
Ah! Shadup, we ain't nuffin" like that
@ exactly
I love trolls. They keep me reminded to stay sharp and on my toes.
Yes the same westher thecsame malls thexsame food you need a hobbie i rebuilt a car but parts nothing you can get there you need good friends but they move so i just come 4 months snd go back to Seattle's
@markjohnson3616 definitely need a plan to occupy your time.
Good people seldom get bored 😂
Well said
Got bored after one month…. really way of life is to never retire… the moment you stop, you’re basically dead and just waiting to go underground.
Staying busy is important. Thanks for watching.
i work at a job here in the US where i make good money but i hate it. its all about money money money and work work work. i'm in my early 50s i wish i can get away from all this. i just bought some land in mindanao and getting it ready to build a house
That's basically what my life was like. Decided to get out of the rat race and settle here.
Wilma has channel
No, she does not.
Filipinos be like : "None of our business if you getting bored." 😊
I could see that.
If bored before PH, you'll be bored in PH. Boring people are bored. You do get a 1-3 year vacation effect of excitement.
Honeymoon phase, right? Good point on if you're bored their, you will be bored here.