Thanks for the reflection of your experience on your first 90 days. I retired to the Philippines in Sept of 2020 and made it through the Philippines draconian CCP-19 restrictions. Never got the stupid CCP-19 shot that was sort of forced on the people here. I waited it out and glad I did.
I married a Filipina woman 22 years ago in august and we will retire there. We have a property in a gated community that we need to build on or sell…. So $ notwithstanding ( we have to figure out a budget) we have the advantage of having lots of her relatives and I have been there 5 x so far. The relatives are not that rich but they all help each other and would help us with knowledge and hands on help We may even set up a business… we are both Canadian but all the relatives are able to help ….
Sitting at a LAX hotel with my 2 dogs boarding a plane in 5 hours.Tomorrow will be day one for me. I was going to sell to Carmax but a guy called me the night before I was supposed to go there and I sold it to him for $500 more.
I'd love to get your feedback about requirements, processes, airline rules, logistics of getting my dog on the plane and care of my dog on and off the plane and his safety. Anything and everything you might advise would be extremely helpful. Good luck with your travels
That is minimum. I wouldn't do it unless I had about $30k in savings in addition to the $2k a month. I have lived in Phil for 18 years and inflation is about 10 percent per year. So in 5 years you would need close to $3k a month
I have been retired for 7 yrs now and always think of moving , but cant find the courage to do so . good for you ....watching from Detroit thanks for the visdeo i subcribed
Great story Mike. I also took the vaccine so I could travel to Philippines.You gotta do whats necessary right. I also walked the same beach in Panglao and used to get a coffee at the belview from the beach entrance. I agree that if you had a scooter when you were there it would have been a better experience. I lived in Dauis and travelled all over on a hired scooter, it was a great time. I also found food a bit pricey in Bohol compared to Duma and Davao.
Mike, while you may have told your 'starting out' story a couple times prior I think this rendition is by far the best and most comprehensive. You did a nice job of focusing in on the logistical, emotional, and physical aspects facing new comers. Along with the de-stressing you did in your first month you also allowed yourself a more controlled pace for acclimating to a new culture. How nice of the on-line Filipina friends you had made, that they would go out of their way to greet you and help you 'set foot' as Mary would say. The Filipino people are truly wonderful and so are you and Janet. Stay healthy. Salamat po. Peace and Love, B Goat
@@ohioafguy I really had zero issues with that stuff. I found most coffee shops do have free wifi and the other stuff is like you said, just a little annoying. The Big stuff for me was the poverty, pollution, noise, and malnourished animals everywhere. That still tugs at me. At the medium level is the "out of stock" or just can't get items, well and how expensive electronics can be.
@@Billy_B_Goat you are right about the stray animals. The poverty is very visible. You found free shelter WiFi available in McDonald’s and other coffee shops? As soon as we left the airport we only had it in our AirBB. Do you live in the Philippines? I went to Cebu, Manila, Palawan, and Mindanao. There wasn’t anywhere we went that I wouldn’t want to live
My name is Hoyt. As a future expat this is the type of video I love to watch and listen to. Most of the videos are all about finding, keeping, or losing a Philippina. I figure that's something I may or may not concern myself with after I get there. It's getting there and all the tons of things I need to do when I get there that are important. Thank you so much Mike the information and honest way you presented it is phenomenal.
You and I came close to the same time. I left San Diego on the morning of February 21 and ended up in Cebu the morning of February 23. I stayed in Cebu for 6 months I had dental implants before coming to Dumaguete. I have met you a couple of times in the mall. It would be great to have a chat sometime.
You know? My wife had our US money 90 percent of the time I was there. Every week she got some changed. She just gave me a few thousand pesos every few days. I wasn’t getting the money changed. So it was impossible for me to realize if I just paid 5,000 pesos for this or that and in my head saying that’s about $250 US or about how many pesos I bought for $250
Mike, I really enjoy listening to you. You just keep getting better. I'm watering my garden, flowers, new trees, etc... and listen to you and the other guys talk. Way better than listening to the news or gossip channels. Great job!!
Great Video Mike..Watched it from beginning to end..Very inspiring...In your story..How did you deal with the renewing your Visa thing...??When I retire from Flying next year I want to visit but I don't want to keep going every month to renew staying there..My first visit will be a Vacation visit to see if everything is true from all the videos I've seen..I rather skip Manilla and go straight to Cebu city and Dumaguete which will probably be more to my liking
Great story about your first 90 days experience Mike. It's very helpful for those, who are thinking of moving to Dumaguete or nearby islands. The rental cost was very helpful, but it would have been nice to see videos or pictures of your apartments.
I was in an Airbnb behind the Flaming Grill in Dumaguete a week and a half ago, lol. On day *checks* 50 now the PH. In another airbnb on the beach south of Dauin right now. Been doing a week here and there. Was in Cebu, Dipolog, Panglao, Tagbilaran as well. Still havent figured out where to rent long term yet, that is my main dilemma. Another dilemma, finding a filipina isn't as easy as you said.
Hey Mike and Janet. I pray that everything turns out well for both of you. I just went to my doctor, after going to the hospital 3 weeks ago for an emergency!! They found out that I had AFIB!! WTH!! I'm 67 years old on the 22nd of June, and having these somewhat complications My cardiologist is ordering a series of tests, and greatful for Medi - Cal and Medicare, as I don't pay anything!! Same for any meds and my dental work. I will see if I can travel with this new " BAD LUCK" sickness I've acquired recently. Hopefully, I can fly to the Philippines, even with AFIB symptoms. Much luck on your annual checkup, to both of you. Keep strong and believe in God to keep you healthy. ❤ KING LUDA😊
Mike like you, I have never had a motorbike. So, I'm interested in knowing how long it took you to learn to comfortably, and safely drive one. Can you offer any advice about the type or size of bike to purchase. Thanks
I have had many questions about moving to the Philippines to meet the person that I have been in contact with for so very long. Your videos have bolstered my confidence and I plan very soon to be going to Luzon to be with the one that I hope to spend my life with. Still you have opened my eyes two questions that may come about after I am there. My feelings of being here in the states sound quite like you have described of yourself. It's not a political move but it is a move for my peace of mind. I am 66 now and time waits for no one. You and Janet have been an inspiration for me to do the thing that I put off for so long. Thank you Mike.
If you actually move to the Philippines (as a single guy) be careful telling any of them you're living there. This man is right, once they know you're living there, the vibe changes. I'm not telling you to lie but you all should be aware of this.
Great vid Mike the de-stress period is much needed the daily shock of needing to be somewhere and surmounting stress associated with jobs, bills etc needs to be deprogrammed 🍻
Mike, are you still filing income tax returns with the IRS? If so, how do you do it? We're coming back to the Philippines from Florida for good after 40 years of absence, and are presently collecting pernsions from the US SSA. Thanks and regards.
I’ll be in Dumaguete early September… staying almost 4 weeks than coming back to Michigan and I will retire in February 2025 and moving to Dumaguete….😊
Hello everyone. Mike met someone on Iine to help him. Don't know about relocating to the Philippines. I was interested in wintering there (snowbird). Would I be able to find a trusted escort? Or should I just stick with a travel agency? Would they be able to find someone to help me? Thanks so much.
Hi Mike - very nice video. Enjoyed your comments and story. I assume you obtained a scooter license? Could you explain the process you went through for the license? Thank you
Hi Mike, looking forward to visiting southeast Asia. Just bumped into your channel yesterday. Very informative!! If you're able to answer... where would I go to find a lady in that part of the world. You mentioned fb. Under what heading? I'm a rookie. Thanks ahead a time for your help
57 next month vacation in Philippines Nov 2023 for three weeks, June 2024 for three weeks, coming back Dec - Feb for 2 or 3 weeks. I not looking too far ahead since 62 is retirement. I need to work Monday through Friday not having work all I know I am CPA. I don't drink don't smoke exercise regularly. I drove rental car all over Manila drive Northern Luzon 40 hours of driving defensive driving used to it now.
Thanks for sharing. As someone who is trying to make the leap from the states to Philippines it good to hear stories about those first few months. It encourages me.
Mike you know something properly in chicago almost my whole life and with real well i had two homes car big time business and everything else nice life. I'm glad this happened for me you know my wife died after 26 years marriage and stuff like that.life is just too fast over in the states. Seems after you've been here while you just get more and more happy i don't know about you but i think you are too. Take care you 3!
Seems that your life started to make more sense when you met Janet 🤔 Mike its good to hear how things started working positively for you. I think it's a lot to do with the kind of gentleman you are. Taking things one day at a time
Agree One must be happy with their self and the situation that’s going on to be happy wherever they’re going to live, but I do agree living in the Philippines cause you more financial freedom It’s a matter of where you stay and being able to feel safe and comfortable to enjoy that life As I am close to retirement, your channel has been a great help in my decision of where to go out of America. I have tried and have been to Thailand, but that’s not for me. The pollution is so bad. I don’t want to deal with that. The poverty level is the same in Thailand, as it is in the Philippines, you just have to know where to be and be safe.
Hi I’m 70 yrs female and husband of 20 yrs died peacefully at home 3 nights ago. I’m interested in investigating Demaguate for living but do not seek any romance, would like perhaps an assistant?? What do u recommend
Hi, Mike..., "Finally..., a gentleman that told the ( truth ) ! !" * The first 90 days were perfect for watching a video and ( enjoying ) the excellent video ! ! * I too..., was thinking about moving to a Southeast Asian Country and I almost gave up hope... * So many..., ( negative videos ) about Southeast Asian Countries and the downside of everything... * The beautiful young ladies in Southeast Asian Countries..., only wanted ( MONEY ) for themselves and her family and relatives... * Those videos were depressing... Your video gave me, a glimmer of hope and the ( truth ) ! ! * Excellent video and very informative, and "Thank you" for sharing the video... "Semper Fi" Mike in Montana P.S.: I decided to look at several more of your videos and decided to "Subscribe" to your excellent video channel... :)
Smart move not to drink. Guys get easy into that goin-to-the-bar trap when lonely. I lived in Cebu from 86 to 91. A lot of Expats I was hangin out with in that time drank themselfs into an early grave...
Just my two cents, but the Manila airport is terrible. We always try to avoid it if possible, but sometimes the flights to Cebu via Manila are too cheap to turn down.
Thanks Mike for sharing 😊 What a wonderful story. And you got Janet too She is such a sweetheart. Your my inspiration for my future. Thanks my friend. Hi Janet 🙋
Hey Mike....just thought I should let you know and I don't know what youtube is doing it...but I have noticed that all my channels of expats in the Phillipines that I am subscribed to like your channel and the Pea and etc....they are unsubscribing and I am having to re-subscriobe.....I am sure you have probably heard it from others as well but wanted you to know in case you have not.....
Enjoy listening to your journey. Been here since 2017.. love it... I'm here Dumaguete originally from Hawaii USA... early retirement... Peace of mind... debt free... stress free... Always a friend... Aloha 🤙
Mike, when you decided to pull the plug on your job, and retire to the Philippines, were you already registered for Social Security, before then? I'm still waiting for the time I can be bored! 😂🤣 Maybe after we get moved into our new house, Monday? 🤔 I doubt it 🤣😂 Although you've told many of the things in your story, before, it's still interesting to hear again. 👍
@@mikesphilippineretirement Good plan! I always do things unconventionally... I retired, came here, married, then went back to the States to liquidate and sign up for S.S. 😂🤣 Everything somehow worked out.. now I'm officially set up here
Please sir , be very careful with your personal stuff , and please not all can be trusted always have some big reservation there are many good people in my country but many have bad hearts as well. Just don't go to places that are not safe always be in the crowd Have a great stay hope you find a great woman with a great heart
Again Midwest is better than every one seen more place. His Filipina hates Rice. His budget is 10k a month. Nothing bad happens to him. He is Like a God in the Philippine. They my put his photo on the next 10000 peso bill.. Thank you lord that Midwest watches my videos
The jeepneys are only a small step up from the motorbike guy if you're 6 foot 7 like me it's a pain in the butt. My story was about the same especially that layover in manila in the middle of the night bogus
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Your first 90 days sounds like it was quite the adventure for you Mike!
it was Gary
Just sold my boat 30 minutes ago, now time to concentrate on all the smaller things to sell. Have 2 vehicles to sell, then wheels up!
See you guys soon
Thanks for the reflection of your experience on your first 90 days. I retired to the Philippines in Sept of 2020 and made it through the Philippines draconian CCP-19 restrictions. Never got the stupid CCP-19 shot that was sort of forced on the people here. I waited it out and glad I did.
Do what is best for you and do not worry about others who do not matter in your live. Everyone had to decide what to do at that time
I married a Filipina woman 22 years ago in august and we will retire there. We have a property in a gated community that we need to build on or sell…. So $ notwithstanding ( we have to figure out a budget) we have the advantage of having lots of her relatives and I have been there 5 x so far. The relatives are not that rich but they all help each other and would help us with knowledge and hands on help We may even set up a business… we are both Canadian but all the relatives are able to help ….
thanks for sharing
Sitting at a LAX hotel with my 2 dogs boarding a plane in 5 hours.Tomorrow will be day one for me. I was going to sell to Carmax but a guy called me the night before I was supposed to go there and I sold it to him for $500 more.
one day at a time. Enjoy your time in the Philippines
Hope your flight goes the same. Sounds like that was great timing!
Bravo traveling with two dogs safe travels
I'd love to get your feedback about requirements, processes, airline rules, logistics of getting my dog on the plane and care of my dog on and off the plane and his safety.
Anything and everything you might advise would be extremely helpful. Good luck with your travels
Hello there. I’m getting mixed advice on moving there. I will have a max budget of $2000 a month. What is your opinion.
Joseph, do you have any emergency savings? You Don’t want to use every bit of what you have coming in and something come up that you can’t cover.
I will have an account with $10,000 US and another $5,000 or more to start.
That is minimum. I wouldn't do it unless I had about $30k in savings in addition to the $2k a month. I have lived in Phil for 18 years and inflation is about 10 percent per year. So in 5 years you would need close to $3k a month
I will do a video on that with the help of someone this week... Send me an email or book a consultation Mike's website
mikesphilippineretirement.com/
how old are you?
I have been retired for 7 yrs now
and always think of moving ,
but cant find the courage to do so .
good for you ....watching from Detroit
thanks for the visdeo
i subcribed
YOU ROCK MIKE! please don't pay attention to the people who are difficult.
Thanks Mike you have the gift of story telling with a clear message . Hi from West Texas were herst double digits ,108'
Mike your encouraging me to follow your journey very inspiring
Wow, thanks
thank you again Charles
You have a good life, have fun and hopefully everyone got to enjoy what you have now.
I'm so blessed
Great story Mike. I also took the vaccine so I could travel to Philippines.You gotta do whats necessary right. I also walked the same beach in Panglao and used to get a coffee at the belview from the beach entrance. I agree that if you had a scooter when you were there it would have been a better experience. I lived in Dauis and travelled all over on a hired scooter, it was a great time. I also found food a bit pricey in Bohol compared to Duma and Davao.
Thanks for sharing
Mike, while you may have told your 'starting out' story a couple times prior I think this rendition is by far the best and most comprehensive. You did a nice job of focusing in on the logistical, emotional, and physical aspects facing new comers. Along with the de-stressing you did in your first month you also allowed yourself a more controlled pace for acclimating to a new culture. How nice of the on-line Filipina friends you had made, that they would go out of their way to greet you and help you 'set foot' as Mary would say. The Filipino people are truly wonderful and so are you and Janet. Stay healthy. Salamat po. Peace and Love, B Goat
Thanks Billy
The annoying things about the Philippines were no free WiFi at places like Starbucks or McDonald’s, paper straws and wooden eating utensils.
@@ohioafguy I really had zero issues with that stuff. I found most coffee shops do have free wifi and the other stuff is like you said, just a little annoying. The Big stuff for me was the poverty, pollution, noise, and malnourished animals everywhere. That still tugs at me. At the medium level is the "out of stock" or just can't get items, well and how expensive electronics can be.
@@Billy_B_Goat you are right about the stray animals. The poverty is very visible. You found free shelter WiFi available in McDonald’s and other coffee shops? As soon as we left the airport we only had it in our AirBB. Do you live in the Philippines? I went to Cebu, Manila, Palawan, and Mindanao. There wasn’t anywhere we went that I wouldn’t want to live
@@ohioafguyyou can ask staff of Starbucks about the password for their WiFi if you are having coffee there.
My name is Hoyt. As a future expat this is the type of video I love to watch and listen to. Most of the videos are all about finding, keeping, or losing a Philippina. I figure that's something I may or may not concern myself with after I get there. It's getting there and all the tons of things I need to do when I get there that are important. Thank you so much Mike the information and honest way you presented it is phenomenal.
your welcome
You and I came close to the same time. I left San Diego on the morning of February 21 and ended up in Cebu the morning of February 23. I stayed in Cebu for 6 months I had dental implants before coming to Dumaguete. I have met you a couple of times in the mall. It would be great to have a chat sometime.
it would in July I'm Heading to Cebu on Monday for a week or 2
Great I will get back with you then. Thanks
You know? My wife had our US money 90 percent of the time I was there. Every week she got some changed. She just gave me a few thousand pesos every few days. I wasn’t getting the money changed. So it was impossible for me to realize if I just paid 5,000 pesos for this or that and in my head saying that’s about $250 US or about how many pesos I bought for $250
Mike, I really enjoy listening to you.
You just keep getting better.
I'm watering my garden, flowers, new trees, etc... and listen to you and the other guys talk.
Way better than listening to the news or gossip channels.
Great job!!
how about Philippine gossip. Do you listen to that
Great Video Mike..Watched it from beginning to end..Very inspiring...In your story..How did you deal with the renewing your Visa thing...??When I retire from Flying next year I want to visit but I don't want to keep going every month to renew staying there..My first visit will be a Vacation visit to see if everything is true from all the videos I've seen..I rather skip Manilla and go straight to Cebu city and Dumaguete which will probably be more to my liking
Thanks Ronald Dumaguete is the place I like because Janet is here
Thanks for your prayers Mike and Janet
Nice video Mike 👍!
You mentioned Jennifer Terri and I smiled lol. I get probably 90%of my information from her channel. Have an awesome day!
Jennifer is great
Great story about your first 90 days experience Mike. It's very helpful for those, who are thinking of moving to Dumaguete or nearby islands. The rental cost was very helpful, but it would have been nice to see videos or pictures of your apartments.
Glad it was helpful! I was not doing videos when I stayed in Panglao
Midwest you in the Philippines now. Give me your top 10 list of places to live
I was in an Airbnb behind the Flaming Grill in Dumaguete a week and a half ago, lol. On day *checks* 50 now the PH. In another airbnb on the beach south of Dauin right now. Been doing a week here and there. Was in Cebu, Dipolog, Panglao, Tagbilaran as well. Still havent figured out where to rent long term yet, that is my main dilemma. Another dilemma, finding a filipina isn't as easy as you said.
It is not easy to find the right one
How did you get your license for motorcycles in the Philippines ?
LTO and if you can have a motorcycle license on you US D.L.
I do the same thing everyday to but I'm in Indiana. Work eat And sleep with no happy marriage. But I keep moving on.
me too in indiana
Great video as always Michael. Thank you for sharing your story, your story helps me going here. On my third week now.
enjoy, enjoy, enjoy
I appreciate the video. The Philippines is one region I would not mind retiring. I’ve never been but you have shared great information
thank you
Hey Mike and Janet. I pray that everything turns out well for both of you. I just went to my doctor, after going to the hospital 3 weeks ago for an emergency!! They found out that I had AFIB!! WTH!! I'm 67 years old on the 22nd of June, and having these somewhat complications My cardiologist is ordering a series of tests, and greatful for Medi - Cal and Medicare, as I don't pay anything!! Same for any meds and my dental work. I will see if I can travel with this new " BAD LUCK" sickness I've acquired recently. Hopefully, I can fly to the Philippines, even with AFIB symptoms. Much luck on your annual checkup, to both of you. Keep strong and believe in God to keep you healthy.
❤ KING LUDA😊
we pray for you Allen thanks for sharing
Mike like you, I have never had a motorbike. So, I'm interested in knowing how long it took you to learn to comfortably, and safely drive one. Can you offer any advice about the type or size of bike to purchase. Thanks
a couple months. Get one a scooter that when you sit on the seat your feet reach the ground I would start with something 150 cc
I have had many questions about moving to the Philippines to meet the person that I have been in contact with for so very long. Your videos have bolstered my confidence and I plan very soon to be going to Luzon to be with the one that I hope to spend my life with. Still you have opened my eyes two questions that may come about after I am there. My feelings of being here in the states sound quite like you have described of yourself. It's not a political move but it is a move for my peace of mind. I am 66 now and time waits for no one. You and Janet have been an inspiration for me to do the thing that I put off for so long. Thank you Mike.
best of luck Ralph enjoy your time in the Philippines
Thanks for the video Mike...can't wait to go😇
Thanks when do you plan on coming to the Philippines
It's amazing to hear that you're having the time of your life in the Philippines! Stay safe and keep enjoying every moment!
Thank you! Will do!
Great story , brave move , i commend you for this.
I appreciate that
If you actually move to the Philippines (as a single guy) be careful telling any of them you're living there. This man is right, once they know you're living there, the vibe changes. I'm not telling you to lie but you all should be aware of this.
Thanks for sharing
This was an incredibly interesting presentation. Thank you for your reflections.
Thank you you're welcome!
Excellent talk. Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure!
Nice. Thanks for sharing your story! Dumegheti was your final destination? And when do we get to meet Janet? Thanks keep the videos coming
It you have not seen Janet it is because your not watching. She has 2 channels of her own and on my channel a lot and every Saturday Live stream
Great vid Mike the de-stress period is much needed the daily shock of needing to be somewhere and surmounting stress associated with jobs, bills etc needs to be deprogrammed 🍻
Man i know that feeling of the *stress* finallly leaving the body , it is cathartic and freeing
it sure is Eric
Mike, I believe in trying to learn from others' mistakes. I know that I will still make a few of my own.
Learn from them don't be shamed of the mistakes you make
I hope I didn’t miss it but what app did you use to meet Janet and the other ladies? Good info, thanks!
Great Video Mike!
Lol...I'm the first comment 😅😅😅
Almost!
Mike, are you still filing income tax returns with the IRS? If so, how do you do it? We're coming back to the Philippines from Florida for good after 40 years of absence, and are presently collecting pernsions from the US SSA. Thanks and regards.
turbo tax or any on line tax service
I agree must have brewed coffee bought 4-6month supply $30 usd
good to have stock in the house
@@mikesphilippineretirement Always drank maxwell house but settled for folgers
I’ll be in Dumaguete early September… staying almost 4 weeks than coming back to Michigan and I will retire in February 2025 and moving to Dumaguete….😊
Hello everyone. Mike met someone on Iine to help him. Don't know about relocating to the Philippines. I was interested in wintering there (snowbird). Would I be able to find a trusted escort? Or should I just stick with a travel agency? Would they be able to find someone to help me? Thanks so much.
You just come and book a place to stay and ask them to help you out. .Escorts can be found for a price
Great insight and story Mike.
Thanks Rob
Gosh, it was stressful then travelling Mike. Thank God it is better now . Am back in October for 2nd visit.
It was, have a safe trip back
Nice video enjoyed your first 90 day journey well done
Thank you
Hi Mike - very nice video. Enjoyed your comments and story. I assume you obtained a scooter license? Could you explain the process you went through for the license? Thank you
Interesting Mike and enjoyed yr Video.
Hi Mike, looking forward to visiting southeast Asia. Just bumped into your channel yesterday. Very informative!! If you're able to answer... where would I go to find a lady in that part of the world. You mentioned fb. Under what heading? I'm a rookie. Thanks ahead a time for your help
network. make friends and they will connect you to single girls
Mike - we are thinking of making a trip to that area - being older like me - dont you worry about health care in that area?
of course I do but I still need to enjoy my life
Good story Mike. Great introduction to yourself.
Glad you enjoyed it
If you’re not making some mistakes along the way, you’re not really trying. A successful life always involves a series of those.
i learn from my mistakes
Thanks Mike!
Any time!
57 next month vacation in Philippines Nov 2023 for three weeks, June 2024 for three weeks, coming back Dec - Feb for 2 or 3 weeks. I not looking too far ahead since 62 is retirement. I need to work Monday through Friday not having work all I know I am CPA. I don't drink don't smoke exercise regularly. I drove rental car all over Manila drive Northern Luzon 40 hours of driving defensive driving used to it now.
Thanks for sharing. As someone who is trying to make the leap from the states to Philippines it good to hear stories about those first few months. It encourages me.
Welcome Robert!
Thank you Mike.🫶🏻👌🏾🤟🏾🙏🏾🇬🇧
Thank you for listening and watching the Video
Great story, Mike. Thank you for sharing. You’re a natural storyteller, and I could listen to you for hours. Lol
Looking forward to your next video!
A story of a scammer and how she became one. Is coming up soon
Mike you know something properly in chicago almost my whole life and with real well i had two homes car big time business and everything else nice life. I'm glad this happened for me you know my wife died after 26 years marriage and stuff like that.life is just too fast over in the states. Seems after you've been here while you just get more and more happy i don't know about you but i think you are too. Take care you 3!
Was that your first time in the PH?
no
Mike, how do you deal with jury duty when away? Thank you 🙏🏼
Jury Duty. No one ever ask me to do Jury Duty
Thank you Mike. I must be overthinking. 🙏🏼
Nice video, I like your stories:)
Thank you! 😃
Great story Mike!
Glad you enjoyed it
Great story. Interesting.
Thank you Dr.
You were at the airport watching the clock. Did it remind you of watching the Browns? 🤣🤣🤣
hahaha no more like the Indians in the 70's
Seems that your life started to make more sense when you met Janet 🤔 Mike its good to hear how things started working positively for you. I think it's a lot to do with the kind of gentleman you are. Taking things one day at a time
thank you yes Janet was a great girl for me to meet
Where is Pang mou ?? Why did you pick there ??
Alona Beach on the Island of Bohol
You certainly are lucky to have Janet
Great video ❤
Glad you liked it!!
Good information, I be there in October
Good video
Thank you so much!
Agree
One must be happy with their self and the situation that’s going on to be happy wherever they’re going to live, but I do agree living in the Philippines cause you more financial freedom
It’s a matter of where you stay and being able to feel safe and comfortable to enjoy that life
As I am close to retirement, your channel has been a great help in my decision of where to go out of America. I have tried and have been to Thailand, but that’s not for me. The pollution is so bad. I don’t want to deal with that. The poverty level is the same in Thailand, as it is in the Philippines, you just have to know where to be and be safe.
thanks for watching
Hi I’m 70 yrs female and husband of 20 yrs died peacefully at home 3 nights ago. I’m interested in investigating Demaguate for living but do not seek any romance, would like perhaps an assistant?? What do u recommend
Great information, Mike
Glad it was helpful!
Great story
Glad you enjoyed it
Very good video love it.
We want Part 2 Mike, please!!!
So glad you were able to find yourself a good woman!
When you went to get the phone card were you able to use an unlocked phone from the US?
Hi, Mike..., "Finally..., a gentleman that told the ( truth ) ! !" * The first 90 days were perfect for watching a video and ( enjoying ) the excellent video ! ! * I too..., was thinking about moving to a Southeast Asian Country and I almost gave up hope... * So many..., ( negative videos ) about Southeast Asian Countries and the downside of everything... * The beautiful young ladies in Southeast Asian Countries..., only wanted ( MONEY ) for themselves and her family and relatives... * Those videos were depressing... Your video gave me, a glimmer of hope and the ( truth ) ! ! * Excellent video and very informative, and "Thank you" for sharing the video... "Semper Fi" Mike in Montana P.S.: I decided to look at several more of your videos and decided to "Subscribe" to your excellent video channel... :)
Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Nice video. 🌷🌷
2 Years / How I met Janet. My Health My Wealth My Happiness. th-cam.com/video/OcjQ8DdlBKg/w-d-xo.html
Are there any good online sites to meet Filipinas? The ones I have found are just money grabs. Thanks
all hit and miss I can give you a link to th-cam.com/video/CeeBAcBcl5o/w-d-xo.html but I did meet Janet on FB after I got to the Philippines
Do you have any suggestions for getting started with day trading nowadays?
no sorry
Finding a girl once you’re there. Like you said they can’t scam you as easily. But that could be good cause that weeds out the bad ones.
I agree Mike
Rich filipino poor Americano❤❤
true that is what they think of me
Great video
Smart move not to drink. Guys get easy into that goin-to-the-bar trap when lonely. I lived in Cebu from 86 to 91. A lot of Expats I was hangin out with in that time drank themselfs into an early grave...
I'm just eating myself into an early grave..hahaha
@@mikesphilippineretirement yea - my 2nd name in RP was "big eat" in Cebuano "tigkaon"
is there any reason why you chose to go to Bohol as your first place to live. ??
Girls
Just my two cents, but the Manila airport is terrible. We always try to avoid it if possible, but sometimes the flights to Cebu via Manila are too cheap to turn down.
Thanks Mike for sharing 😊 What a wonderful story. And you got Janet too She is such a sweetheart. Your my inspiration for my future. Thanks my friend. Hi Janet 🙋
You are so welcome Herb was so nice what you do for Janet and her Channel
Hey Mike....just thought I should let you know and I don't know what youtube is doing it...but I have noticed that all my channels of expats in the Phillipines that I am subscribed to like your channel and the Pea and etc....they are unsubscribing and I am having to re-subscriobe.....I am sure you have probably heard it from others as well but wanted you to know in case you have not.....
We've heard parts of your story Mike but it's good to hear the entire thing like this. You and Janet are blessed.
thank you Geoluck that I am
Who are local contacts?
Enjoy listening to your journey.
Been here since 2017.. love it... I'm here Dumaguete originally from Hawaii USA... early retirement... Peace of mind... debt free... stress free... Always a friend...
Aloha 🤙
great to hear that Thanks for sharing
Mike, when you decided to pull the plug on your job, and retire to the Philippines, were you already registered for Social Security, before then?
I'm still waiting for the time I can be bored! 😂🤣 Maybe after we get moved into our new house, Monday? 🤔 I doubt it 🤣😂
Although you've told many of the things in your story, before, it's still interesting to hear again. 👍
I started SS in 2019 and moved to the Philippines in 2022
@@mikesphilippineretirement Good plan! I always do things unconventionally... I retired, came here, married, then went back to the States to liquidate and sign up for S.S. 😂🤣
Everything somehow worked out.. now I'm officially set up here
Mcdonald's and other fast food places are open at terminal 3
Is it better to be introduced by someone you think can honestly help you find a nice girl/
Please sir , be very careful with your personal stuff , and please not all can be trusted always have some big reservation there are many good people in my country but many have bad hearts as well.
Just don't go to places that are not safe always be in the crowd
Have a great stay hope you find a great woman with a great heart
Thank you for your concern
Never forget to bring rice!!
Again Midwest is better than every one seen more place. His Filipina hates Rice. His budget is 10k a month. Nothing bad happens to him. He is Like a God in the Philippine. They my put his photo on the next 10000 peso bill.. Thank you lord that Midwest watches my videos
The jeepneys are only a small step up from the motorbike guy if you're 6 foot 7 like me it's a pain in the butt. My story was about the same especially that layover in manila in the middle of the night bogus
Midwest the only guy never to had a problem