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expatinthephilippines.com » – new life http://www.expatinthephilippines.com a Dutch expat decided to spend the rest of his life in the Philippines Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:37:55 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 What You Should Consider Before Becoming an Expat http://www.expatinthephilippines.com/what-you-should-consider-before-becoming-an-expat/ http://www.expatinthephilippines.com/what-you-should-consider-before-becoming-an-expat/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:47:50 +0000 Jan http://www.expatinthephilippines.com/?p=4029

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November 24, 2011, Federico Medina writes: I'm prepared to do whatever it takes to make the adjustment when I become an expat in the Philippines. My question has to do with the finances, and I'm hoping a financial savvy reader will respond. I'm 57 years old, have my own place in Makati, and have budgeted 120,000 pesos per month for the next 6 to 7 years. When I turn 63 or 64, that will increase to 170,000 pesos per month. Will this be adequate?
November 24, 2011, Jan writes: Federico, Thanks for visiting my website. Many expats would envie you for having such budget, especially that you have a place already. But it all depends on your daily needs and wishes. Your lifestyle is essential in answering this question. Keep your life simple and you can save every month. Live the life fully and you might be short. Do not forget that Makati is getting more expensive by the day.
November 29, 2011, Tukaram writes: In Cebu would it be best to learn Cebuano or Tagalog? It's hard to teach an old dog like me new tricks!
November 29, 2011, Jan writes: Tagalog is the official Filipino language, but the Cebuano is widely spoken in Cebu next to Tagalog. In shops, malls and also many people in the street speak some English, they are only shy to do so.
December 27, 2011, John writes: Tagalog is not spoken in Cebu, silly. Cebuano is. Tagalog is the language of Manila only. Tagalog is not an official language anywhere here. Ha, ha.
December 27, 2011, John writes: I think you mean 12,000 and 17,000. And yes you are very rich.
January 6, 2012, Bill writes: Ultimately you will need both, but Cebuano is the first priority. I recommend to practice speaking Cebuano with friends and acquaintenances, but also spend your private study time learning to read and speak Filipino/Tagalog. "Filipino" (the national language), is similar to Tagalog (the common language in Manila and Central Luzon), but not the same. Speakers of languages other than Tagalog will appreciate it if you respect that distinction. Many people that you encounter in public will speak English, but it will help you if you can establish some rapport in Cebuano first. Often they will be very happy to practice their English with you, but it will help if you can overcome their initial shyness or lack of confidence.
January 9, 2012, Jan writes: Bill, I agree wityh you that speaking Cebuano is fine when you live in Cebu. But do not try to use this language in the rest of the Philippines. Filipino however is widely understood, all over the Philippines. English is understood and can be used in malls, doctors offices, banks, hospitals and the like.
January 10, 2012, Bill writes: Yes I agree. Thanks for the site, I am finding it very helpful.

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March 23, 2010, computer service san antonio writes: Thank you soooooooooooooooooo much for this post. this is just the thing I needed to see
March 24, 2010, Jan writes: You are welcome. If you need to know more, just ask me and I will try to answer your questions.
April 12, 2010, donalyn writes: Actually, this post is half true.I think busses and jeepneys specially in Makati don't just stop and load/unload everywhere. Internet access is fast enough in Cebu(a province in Visayas) and other major provinces in the Philippines. Philippines do have breath-taking sceneries like in Boracay and Baguio making it a good place to retire. It is easy to live here but assure all legal documents to enjoy your retirement in the island.
April 12, 2010, Jan writes: You probably didn't read my post well enough. I didn't mention traffic in Makati, but the Philippines in general. High speed internet in not available in the Philippines at all. With High speed internet I mean a download connection of 8Mb (not mb) or higher. If it is available: the price is exorbitant high as well.
September 30, 2010, Greg writes: Great info!
February 23, 2011, baby back packs writes: You said it, they love it here specially the retirees. They're just touring here and meet new people. Province is much peaceful and less traffic.
March 6, 2011, teri green writes: Philippines is indeed on of the top countries competing in terms of retirement overseas, the climate, beaches, and low cost of living are exceptional. It has been tagged also as "You can live like a king here". Imagine your $1.00 is equal P/43.00
May 5, 2011, armband pandora writes: your blog is so good

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