Could You Live Here In The Philippines With This Monthly Rental? 

WOW. That is expensive for long term. Is only 1 bedroom

We are family of three and we paying 18k rent for gated subdivision plus utilities here in Mactan cebu. I’m shocked how much more expensive rents are in Duma. Our houses has white marble floors, counter tops throughout but no swimming pool and out back yard including front yard 3 times bigger then your outside rear deck. Your place is perfect for you guys but won’t be for me for two reasons…. Double monthly price and being little far from the city. It’s my personal opinion only.

Asking way too much. I'm sure people will pay it driving up the market Already decided that area is nice but way too many expats throwing around their money will at some point destroy everything good about that place best wishes to all thanks for sharing

Good to see you, family. By the way, Finn, the vlogger, is partner with Chris, the owner of Pura Vida Resort. Ask for Finn and Chris the next time you go there. They are very nice guys.

WAY TOO MUCH - I pay 25,000/month for a nicer place - with a pool ten times that size.

I have one of the upstairs reserved. I'll be there in about 2 weeks. My fiance and I were there a year ago for a month and we are returning again for a 3 month stay. It will be nice to see you guys again.

So nice to see you again and hope you can do more videos. You have a calming effect on me. America is going mad. God bless ys-all.

John, the first year on the 13a gets you the probationary resident acr i card. You are not allowed during that year to be apart from your wife at any time. When you apply for the permanent resident visa one year later, you will need to submit as a part of that package an affidavit that you were with her in the country, ie the Philippines, the whole time. If you lesve for the states on the probationary, then the next application you will have to start all over again. That"s the law. I've been through it recently but stayed with wife in country my probationary year, of course. I now have the permanent resident acr i card. Just thought you might like to know this.

I agree these 40,000 Ph costs are way too much, where are you? Which province, city, expensive area where ever it is

Thank you for sharing the place you are living is beautiful and safe for the whole family. God bless you all.

John, you will need an ECC and a Reentry Permit. But there's no paperwork involved. As you begin in the line to have your passport checked, there is a immigration Boothe in the same line where you submit your permanent resident card and passport. There you pay 2880 pesos and the receipt they give serves as both the ECC-b and the reentry permit. Hold on to that, you need to show it again when you come back into the Philippines.

Nice to see you both again

Thank You for sharing the budget. I''m happy that you are happy with the accommodations and the benefits of having a good landlord. Oh the dilemma of having too much space vs not enough space and the pros and cons of each. Sorry to hear about Brianna not having her own room. I know you eat healthy are conscious of taking care of yourself. I hope that you are exercising, and staying hydrated. Not sure of your family's medical history so I hope that you will factor in getting preventative tests done. We are always wishing you all the best. Stay cool and enjoy the Philippines! .

Good to bump into you at the Sunday market John. We had a lovely lunch with Tom and Har too. Keep up the good work. Regards, Kevin & Lynne from new Zealand.

Marpas Has always been a great apartment Do they still have the single level units in the back?

Looks nice 👍.

Nice apartment. If I was moving now I would probably jump on that. Sadly I have some more time before I say adios/peace out to work. Love your videos.

Where in the Philippines can i get wall to wall carpet with padding underneath it like in the states? Does any affluent folks have it in their homes ?

Hello John & Mareis! Watching from San Diego, CA. Looking forward to visiting the country…finally. I never thought I’d be coming back (be it visiting or settling down) but just waiting for my passport so I can then set my flight ✈️ and come for a few weeks. I alluded to “coming back” as I actually was born there but left with my entire immediate family when I was a few years old well before the Beatles made its first appearance in the U.S. 🤗But after watching you and other Vloggers the last few years got my interest on fire to finally come. Perhaps when I do come I’ll visit you and other favorite Vloggers (a few in your region) perhaps September. Anyway, thanks for sharing your monthly expense. I know you mentioned being self-insured, but did I miss your food budget…it being a primary expense after rent? Stay safe and healthy✌️🙏

Love your show ❤😊. We are coming on june ith my 👨‍👨‍👦. Planning to visit dumaguete.

Good budget ❤❤

Great video thank you. I’m watching you from the South coast in the UK. I didn’t hear any roosters, where are you living? I first came to the Philippines in 2001 and have visited many times. On my next trip I would like to visit the Palawan islands. Good luck with the channel. Have a great day 😊

Planning to retire there with my wife and 5 yer old son. What home school program are you using?

How’s the internet speed? Is there a generator in case there’s brownouts? Thanks

Thank you guys for your video great to see you back love your channel please do some cooking ones 😊

You forgot to mention Marpas is for sale and could be sold in the future to new owners.

Just remember most hospitals won't work on you say if you have an accident until they get paid. Doesn't matter if it's life or death from what I'm told. I wonder if they would take credit cards. Maybe some one here could shed some more light on that?

Are you still doing the one meal a day? Looking good 😊

Nice looking apartments. I really like the large balcony. I am surprised by the cost per meter for that lot!! That is really high being that it is just in a subdivision. I guess that is why it has been on the market for so long.

More than I pay for my house in the states on 1/3 acre

Are these apartments within walking distance of local fruit and vegetable markets ?

Hi guys John do you have Medicare A and B please .Thank you

I'm paying rent $3,100 in SoCal. I'm looking forward to Philippines rent.

Phils is about twice the land size of Florida...but has 5+ times the population of Florida,. Phils is getting mighty crowded!

Not bad at all. Id be worried with my 1 and 3 year old on that balcony. Would have to make it safer.

30,000 peso is $525 US

Great video good info 😊

700 usd? Nah... cost to much for what you getting

my wifes daughter had a c section her and the baby's cost was 71 k i know that as a fact because i paid it that was last year up in northern Luzan

daughter have her own room and son too

Did you use JRS to do your 13A? LOL, you do need an exit clearance but can apply for it at the airport.

There goes the lanai. Briannas room )

Are pets allowed?

I don't live in NYC or LA -- I live in Ky. so those prices are not as cheap as I would hope ! -- They are about the same as where I am in the US !!! = Very disappointing.

I'm the same about doctors and medicine

Why not buy a house? It's also an investment for you and the family, that's horrible.

RIPOFF!

You paying foreigners prices how many Filipinos families are living there without foreigner financial support. I've lived in San Mateo Rizal for 2 1/2 years and i have a 2 bedroom townhouse in a subdivision with guards and a pool and really nice quite and safe area with an Overlooking view of metro manila and i pay 96 US or 5000 pesos a month.Just because you have US dollars doesn't mean you compare your rental fees and bills to US

A new girlfriend would have to be included.

2300 no way

Damn this dude is having a younger wife...

Too much 🤣🤣🤣🤣