🇵🇭 What is the minimum cost of living in the Philippines
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That's It! Dude is 72 and she is 26...stop hating on this guy and give him his props. Enjoying that Life before checking out. Having a form of right relationship is the critical key to longevity and too many U.S. men have either opted out or been beaten down and defeated. Too many older men in the U.S. hate on their brothers instead of sharing information and helping each other out. In the end its all the same for MANY...this guy got divorced, faulty or not, and found a way to make it work for himself instead of being defeated by the system. Good luck and thanks for posting.
Exactly. 35-year-old Western women will hate on her and him for being happy and smiling and living a great life. All while saying where have all the good men gone? Meanwhile she thinks it is unthinkable for a woman to ever serve her husband or children.
Well said and I totally agree!
I hope old Randy snuffs it on the job. What a fitting ending for a guy such as him, lol
@M J did you meet them on the street or on a dating site
@M J I'm going to do an 18 month trip around the world from 2023 and I want to spend 3 months in the philippines. My goal is to go to Davao, Cagayan de oro, and Zamboanga and I'm going to see what's up over there
Folks I hate to tell you this but I have be living on and off in the Philippines since 1989 and I live and have lived for a lot less than Randy. I am now lock up in Alaska waiting to go home to Philippines and see my family. All that Randy said was true and I congratulate him. Dan of Alaska waiting to go home.
@@amylee6038 whoopeedo
@Randy Wilson 100% agree however someone don’t have to brag about how much money and all the materialistic things someone have.
@@amylee6038 Yes, but your poor husband has to live with an old, crusty lady.
@@amylee6038 not much humility left🤔
Are the borders open? Covid19?
I stayed one time over my visa time. Not intentionally, I forgot how long i was there. At the airport as was leaving, the authorities just informed me that I had over stayed my visa. And instructed me to go to customs. They were very respectful, informed me how much I had to pay for over staying my visa. I paid that, which wasn’t that much. I boarded my plane ✈️. No issues and no problems. Since, I have returned several times. With no problems, now I am not saying a person doesn’t have to keep their visa up to date, I believe they should, but if someone forgets or delayed in paying, you will have to pay before you leave. The authorities are not running after you, you be responsible, and be respectful, don’t get into any kind of trouble. You will be okay. But remember if you decide to leave have some money set aside so you pay the fees, and depending on how long a person has stayed over will determine how much they will pay. Just pay and everything will work out fine.
That guy Randy must have fees up in the hundreds after over staying 14 years. I think they may ban him if he's caught. It's one thing to make an honest mistake and overstay for a few days or weeks. You may get away with over staying months or a couple of years but 14 years?
In Randys case say 20 years over at 500 per month is only 2400 dollar fine. 😁 120,000 pesos
But OVER STAYING for years and years is a completely different story. This guy is a dead man walking, he will be black listed and deported soon.. for sure.
@@nowthatsfunny1 it’s not 500 per month. It’s a 500 pesos exit fee you have to pay at BI however at the airport it will cost around 1,600 pesos. I pay 2,800 pesos every other month for visa extension. I have to show my ACR card to be able to get my visa extension. My ACR card cost is 2,391 and it’s valid for 1 year. So roughly around $5,000 US he will have to pay.
@@ckSport3000 you are probably right, I would not recommend anyone doing this. My situation was, I only stay a few days. At the airport I had to go to customs and pay for my visa stay that went over two days or maybe three, I don't remember. I pay about a hundred dollars, maybe a hundred and fifty. At the airport when they check a person passport and see a person has over stayed, they send them to customs at the airport. And a person is not leaving until they pay. And they have to pay in cash. No credit cards.
My 77yr old dad lived out in the province in Malolos north of Manila on $740 a month, it can be done easy in the province. He did have a 13a and wife whom was 58. Sadly he passed away in Sept from Covid. He was military Vet who was in Vietnam and even though he did not try for disability, His wife is now getting $1300 a month for life for survivor benefit's.
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@kylestanley sorry for your loss. Was he buried at the American cemetary in old Clark air force base ? Us US veterans can be buried there free
This guy is having the last laugh on the wife that left him. Good for you Randy. Live long and have fun. My hero.
They don't all wear capes lol
There's two sides to every story!
I'm not impressed with this at all living in the United States Yonkers NY with a $350 a month apartment in 1983 honest-to-God I was only making a $112 a week from CH Martins in Getty square paying $350 a month look how much i was getting paid a month no benefits Sometimes you do what you have to do to survive I was using a little over $10 for food every week sometimes sometimes less i had just turned 18 I live like that for almost years On only $448 a month I was a teenager danger so I'm not impressed by this at all by myself I have to proof that I did it does does he have the proof im 57 now that was 1983 to a little into 1987 Just like those animals out in the world in the woods that don't know what they're gonna eat the next day they have to catch their prey this is not impressive to me at all coming from parents that weren't there from me where I was in the group home from 6 till I was 18 because they were fighting all the time you have to learn how to survive
I'm not at all impressed by this if I can do what I did I can easily do this
People that are middle class are gonna be impressed by this who are used to the good life the It's normal life but my life Till my very early thirties I survived like this
600USD per month is like about 2.5 times the minimum wage. Definitely livable at least in the Philippines.
I have a wife in the Philippines now when you can get apartments at less than $200 a month I'm not impressed by that try paying 350 a month getting a $112 a week like I did $600 a month budget I'm not impressed by that in the Philippines ..I've been to the Philippines over 5 times have a wife and son in iligan city thats easy for a man that's lived like me I make 550 a week now I was living like a king every time I went there and spent almost 6 months every time which was a difference from 112 a week Putting aside a little over $75 just to make $350 a month rent try doing that for a all utilities included studio for 350 a month
Thank you for your cost of living numbers Nuryana Panaligan! Have a great day! Dan
Thanks for the video. This is a eye opening for men in the United States thinking there’s no hope. Randy is living the dream good for him. His partner looks happy, win win
time to take that red pill 💊
@Randy Wilson I love the reply!!! You are too cool!!!!!
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Randy proves you can live a simple happy life without a lot of money , especially in the Philippines , great story, my first visit was 2004 , I decided then , when I retire I will live in Phillipines , I moved here permanently in 2016, this is my home now .
Thanks for sharing
What wonderful chap Randy is, so modest, simple, down to earth and positive, a shining light to others on how to conduct yourself as an expat. A really enjoyable open and honest interview free from any type of BS. He is a man that appreciates and enjoys the simple pleasures in life.
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I have lived on less than $600 a month for many years in Thailand and am living better than I ever did in America. You just have to be smarter and able to adapt to your environment than the average human. Learning the native language not only makes life less stressful it saves a great deal of money and time.
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Good for you fam!
Isn’t the visa situation there rough though?
interesting to note, my wife and I considered the possibility of having to bring my mother with us when we moved to the Philippines to enjoy her last days--she was suffering from dementia at the time, was in poor health, and funds for her grouphome care were diminishing quickly. Had she not passed when she did, an option would have been bringing her with us to the Philippines to live out her days...similar to Randy's approach. She wouldn't be returning to the States again, and would be buried and interred here. But...it was just a thought...
I totally get it. Why hemorrhage $ in the USA when you can pay for good help in your own home in the Philippines?
@@VagabondAwake precisely amundo!
I will spend my retiremenr in the philippines for sure!
Much respect to Randy. He knows how to enjoy and be content on what he only have. You can see that he is happy. No stress, no problem. Me too, I want to live a simple life ❤️
He is HILARIOUS! have him on again please!
He comes on once a year or so. :-)
Yeah he cracked me up about immigration and how his passport has been expired for years....LOL
Great interview, it’s encouraging to see how Randy and Kyle are able to live comfortably and safely on their budget, The Philippines is definitely on my radar and I plan to visit just as soon as the country opens back up to tourists.
Good luck to Randy and Kyle, keep making it work and taking care of each other.
as long as you're not a whiner on little things & not a picky eater like this guy then you can live cheaply in my country ...... to be honest, philippines is a very welcoming country compare to some other asian countries & it's a big reason why a lot of foreigners are living in the philippines ...... anyway,my advice to you is,explore the country 1st before moving & see what island suits to your lifestyle ...... good luck to you !!!!!!!!
If pandemic will gone soon try to visit phils.its a cheapest place to visit .many beaitiful places to explore
Good choice, , ,find place not typhoon prone
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For some Filipinoes like me sometimes u need to leave the Philippines for a while to appreciate the beauty and how easy lifestyle in the Philippines is.
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I have enjoyed this video beyond words. Randy is one fine man and I will watch this video every day and recommend to others. I have a mind set just like Randy and only buy what I need. Less is more. I had a very beautiful airplane that was on the cover of a national magazine and do not miss it one bit. What a burden that was. Randy is my kind of man. This video put many things in perspective. Thanks so much Dan and Qiang.
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New subscriber. This video is amazing. Thanks for sharing. You don’t need a lot of money to enjoy life. Here in the U.S all we do is work and sleep. I barely see my husband. I am tired of paying bills and dealing with the snow.. Hoping in few months we can move to the Philippines and start our new life there.
Well said. Time to get a life?
Ah. How did I miss this? I’m delighted to see this update. Great to see how your previous interviewers are getting on ❤️❤️❤️
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Amazing. I swear I want to be living that dream in a couple years. Have to finish preparing.
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Love your videos sir. Very informative and I share them all the time with fellow travelers! Thanks you for what you do.🙏🏾
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I have lived in Medellin Colombia since 2016. At one point I was living very comfortably on $470 a month. Would love to be a guest on your show.
Less than 500 is clean, I'd love to do it ! How much for housing, food, electricity / water, internet, phone ?
💯 I would love to hear your story
@@conq3097 Same, or at least more written details.
Hey man. I enjoy your channel. Tough break with the visa situation in Colombia forcing you out but it will only be for a few months. Ever since my trip to Medellin this year I've been plotting on retirement there.
And the chicas?
Wish this couple all the happiness they can squeeze out of this life!
You mean squeeze out of "his" life!
I mean he's happy that's all that matters. Mean while other people are getting squeezed out of every penny and their not happy while making more money
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Wow. Quite a story Dan.
Randy says he's smart, but I don't know that bragging on YT how many years you've been in the country illegally (complete with a link to his website) is all that smart. Only for those who are happy to NEVER leave the country. I expect he'll be OK , as he pointed out, they generally don't go after overstayers, but rubbing in their noses on social media? Is very unwise.
I live in the Philippines on the same budget by the way.
Good luck to him though, and thanks for posting this.
if he gets caught he'll pay a small fine and life goes on.
@Randy Wilson Thanks for the response Randy, and I understand what you are saying. For sure there are others doing the same thing across the country. As you said, they have never made much effort to force overstayers to leave. Maybe no effort at all, as far as I can tell. Not unless they're suspected of certain crimes.
It's apparently also illegal to do charity work without government permission and registration, but again, just another law that's seldom - if ever - enforced.
I'd be careful not to assume that just because things have been a certain way for a long time, that they will always stay the same though. Having a "plan B" is never a bad idea.
Personally, I'd hate to be in that situation, since i love travel and want to continue traveling. It is an interesting option for those who are certain they never want to leave though. Would work in many developing countries I suspect.
Best of luck
@Randy Wilson Hi Randy, it is all good as long as a person is Healthy, have no commitments, and happy to live in a survival mode. You are doing the right thing for you , but I wonder why your g/f chose such a way of life.
@@dovoso5685 his girlfriend chose this way of life because in the Philippines Randy is living a middle class life. She likely upgraded her life. You need to look up the type of poverty there is in the Phillipines.
@@ariefraiser140 You are right, but this is very sad , mere existence with no future.
That was a great interview. I really enjoyed that, and got some good advice from him.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Randy integrated well, u dont need a western lifestyle of luxury to enjoy a simple good life in the Philippines. I had the most laugh at this video than any other. Randy is HILARIOUS!
Ikr! He's funny af! I'm thinking, what are they gonna do to a 70+ year old man living his simple life and not bothering anyone, who doesn't care if his passport expired some 4/5 years ago? Lol!
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‘I’m over at jollabees! I’m eatin hot dogs!’ Randy’s livin the dream!
Eat what you like. Don't eat what you don't like. Don't eat what others think you should like.
@@codybrucewilliams totally!
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600$ is around Php29,982. If you live in the province that is a lot. Depends on where you choose to live. Rent would be around 1500 - 15,000 pesos or more ( regular 1 bedroom house to condo unit). If you cook your own food that would save you a lot and will eat healthier. 800Php a day for 2 people a day is for me too much well if homemade.
There are travel packages if you decide to go around and visit tourist spots. Cost 1500-5000Php. Depending on where you choose to go. Travel every month or two months. That is not bad at all. You can get life and health insurance which is not that expensive is very flexible and can be shouldered by the $600 budget.
Thank you for your cost of living numbers Michael Jayson Banua! Have a great day! Dan
Michael Jayson Banua, True i have a house down Dumaguete 2 bedrm and 2 badroom next to the beach and My mom renting to somebody for 500 pesos a month and still can't pay lol.I rent Apartment here im Miami for $1700.2 bd with 1 1/2 bath rm
You’re proving it can be done with the right state of mind. Respect the culture and the people a person can live in the Philippines comfortably. There are many ways a person can live. Some people need more money because they require a higher lifestyle.
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Randy is so amazing . He is a brave man . He knows how to live normally like a an ordinary pilipino . God bless you Randy . Have a long life & enjoy your stayed here in the Philippines.
Well said
he's so amazing... living with a girl wich is 3 times younger.... 👌
Great video Randy. Can’t get enough. Please keep interviewing Randy.
Thank you Glenn.
Great interview,Randy’s a hoot
He is entertaining.
I like this guy!!!!! Amazing, doing what others only dream of.
I couldn't agree more larsnixon. Thanks for commenting. UA-cam grows our channel faster when people comment! So we really appreciate it! Best, Dan
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I've been living and visiting the Philippines for over 53 years. I just left Angeles City a few months ago after my most recent stay of nine years. I will start spending time in both Florida and the PI as I have my kids/grandkids in the states. I have a very nice house only a few miles from Randy. Note for Randy: don't every try a Jollibee hamburger. I did that about eight years ago and still have nightmares over how bad it was. Lol. Al
Yes even the coffee is bad there , never touched the so called food
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Terrific info once again. Well done Dan and Qiang !!
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great video! I am an american and I did it in the PHlippines for 300 a month. 11 months! ITs not a little money if you can adapt to the living standard of pinoy. They can live on 6k monthly... so 15k should be ok as long as shelter and food is taken care of. Its doable.... I was extremely happy! DOABLE!
Thanks for sharing
@@VagabondAwake anytime. I like your channel,
Awesome interview. Great video. Thank you.
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Randy is making the best of his situation and appears to be enjoying life.
Well said Mark Ledesma! Thanks for following my dream. Dan
Great vlog; sounds like Randy's found his bliss! Stay safe!
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Very interesting life Randy has. One could only dream of being so happy.
There are a couple of caveats in there as you pointed out. But, hey. Smile and be happy. 🌴
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Wow!! Dan I love this vid!!~ What a great attitude! Humility to say his true income and expenses. Good for him. I wasn't really aware of the increases proposed to SS income. Thanks for such encouraging information!
Randy should try a youtube channel... he might be able to make a little extra cash.. not that he needs it... The world admires a man that blazes his own trail... Cheers to you Mr Wilson!
Yes. He would. :-)
good for him.In his own head he has it all figure out and looks like hes full of life.
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What a guy Randy is. My wish is that he is able to see the rest of his days out in the place he dearly loves...the Philippines.
May every day be a happy one for him.
Great vlog Dan.
@Randy Wilson
I applaud you Randy, you have a great & philosophical way of looking at things.
How you live is to be respected, even by those who couldn't or wouldn't dare themselves.
You're living your life which is everything & more that most are doing back home (& I mean that of all countries wherever back home is)
Stay happy, stay safe & I wish you both all the very very best each & every day.
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Great video. Randy has such a positive attitude!
These guy commenting they'll never marry😆 Obviously never had an Asian woman. I married mine as soon as I could. They're not like American women. They treat you well. Dan knows it. Anyone with a problem with their age gap would rather her become a single mother? She loves him bc he treats her well. Better than a boy her age.
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As long as you stay in philippines. I married on built two homes there in Dumagette area after a year we decided to come to usa she finished her nursing job. Started working for 3 years she had an affair with a married Doctor so there the same as American women. I still love Asain women and will be back soon but will never marry again. Just live with one
I’ve been living here in the US for 12 years and still missing my life in the Philippines. Before this pandemic, i used to go to the Philippines once ir twice a year.
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He is an inspiration to us all, and he looks great. Because he is happy.
Agreed. Like the attention seeking zoomer girls on Instagram say, he is # livingmybestlife
@@craiggallup5706 My comment was a general one,relating to going to a new country at a later stage in your life. And enjoying a quality of lifestyle which you could not have in the west,as an old man. I know nothing about any of the aligations that you have made about him. Unlike you I did not know he even existed till I saw the video.
@@craiggallup5706 I am sure that the authorities in the Philippines will be made aware to this, and take the appropriate action.
@@craiggallup5706 Full disclosure, I only watched the first few minutes, I have downloaded it so I could see it later. I still have yet to see it, I am very busy at the moment. I do not Condon breaking the laws of a country that has allowed you to stay in it. You are a guest and should be very respectful. If what you say is true, I am very disappointed with Vagabond Awake, for showcasing this individual.
@@craiggallup5706 The lesson I have taken from this is don't comment on video's you haven't watched fully yet, my trust in Vagabound Awake is now diminished. He needs to make a public announcement.
daddy knows a lot, but grandpa knows everything. you did a good interview congratulations happy new year
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I'm happy for all these retired folks living overseas with PERFECT HEALTH. Must be nice to be. 60+ and not need any medication because it sure isn't factored into any of these you can live here for 3 dollars a month videos.
Well it does help to keep a healthy lifestyle, but a lot of countries you can get very cheap healthcare. It is cheaper for us to pay out of pocket in Mexico than my copay in the USA for prescription medications.
@@pedrozatravel we also figured that even were we to have stayed in the USA, our combined SS income coupled with any available PT jobs or..even continuing to work and deferring SS for awhile, living in the States would have required moving out of CA to a cheaper state, and if either of us came down with any debilitating health problem, even if we had health insurance, any long-term care facility would have virtually bankrupted us despite everything. Yah, we have savings and investments but it would quickly evaporate. Instead--we moved here, built our retirement house, are staying legally with a PRA visa (thankfully) and...retired! NOT working.
You don't need perfect health to live overseas. There are lots of countries with as good or better Healthcare systems as the US for what ails most expats at a much cheaper price. And when it comes to prescription drugs which is the medical care a majority of expats would need it's ridiculously cheap compared to the US.
Once you get to highly specialized technical healthcare like organ transplants that's likely where it would be better to be in the US but let's be honest. For a majority of guys like Randy they wouldn't be able to afford the cost of something like that even with Medicare. At a certain point in time you just have to go out and make the most of your remaining years instead of trying to live as long as possible but live in misery in the process.
Health care is very affordable in the Philippines. Their system has problems, but its not a giant parasite like America's health care industry.
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Sweet....enjoyed the video!!!
Glad you enjoyed it
Dan, I think that is the hardest laugh I've ever seen out of you. Great interview and info.
Thanks for watching and commenting! Randy cracks me up.
@@VagabondAwake that was some funny stuff, he cracks me up as well!
Summary: Living in a scrub with a 25 year old filipina eating hot dogs for around 800 bucks monthly. Sounds like paradise.
Yes, many people love the situation Randy finds himself in. He cracks me up too!
You can get a retirement visa for the Philippines it isn't hard just have 10k in the bank and a monthly retirement which social security counts and live the rest of your life
I would just get 36 monthly extensions and then do a visa run and come back and start all over again. I am not sure there are any real benefits to buying a retirement visa.
Qiang, loved how you magically disappeared and reappeared. It was kind of entertaining and distracted me from thinking about the 45 year age difference. I’m not mad. I actually think they look happy together. Why hasn’t the world got past age being more than a number? When will women be less criticized if they choose to date a younger man? Just wondering. I liked his budgeting idea of the daily amount of spending money in the jar. If you don’t spend it all, the balance could be tucked away for a rainy day. Thanks Dan for another informative video.
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Indeed, this is an amazing story and an amazing man. I’m not shooting for living the way Randy does, that’s not necessary for me, but it comforts me that I can live in the Philippines and be happy, safe and carefree; legally, of course. Maybe I can meet Kyle’s identical twin sister too. 😃
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When I grow up, I want to be just like Randy. I want to have a 25 year old FIlipina girlfriend when I'm 71.
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@@VagabondAwake My pleasure Dan. Oops, here's another comment! ;-)
Seriously though, and I think you already know, I really enjoy the videos put out by you two.
Same dude 😎
Filipina here, all your kind ever do is oppress us, search our history you will find the Filipino people havent oppressed anybody. Hope you find a 25 yo Filipina girlfriend when youre 71 and I hope she will be kind to you and take care of you so you will get a taste of kindness in your lifetime.
@@KitKat-cm8rf Thanks Kit Kat. But just remember MacArthur. Then try to remember all the revenue from us US taxpayers that went to local businesses through Clark and Subic and all the protection those bases afforded your country. It's sad you don't speak of these things.
Amazing !!! This Guy Totally Beat The System In His Later Years !!! LOL!!! I Love The Magic Way That Qiang Disappears & Reappears In This Video !!! LOL !!!
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this video is absolutely wonderful! Good luck and happiness to all of you, joining you soon, thanks
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Awesome guy..!
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Wow! Really interesting and realistic.
Well said Gobo Fraggel! Thanks for following my dream. Dan
I love Randy's attitude! When I retire in the Philippines and if I'm ever feeling down, I'll just think of Randy being so happy on $800/mo and I'll know that I can be happy too! (but with a little more money) Randy is my inspiration. I've bookmarked this video. Thanks Dan for interviewing him!
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It's no real mystery. You save a load on accommodation. If you don't carry health insurance and eat local food $600 is like $1400 a month. He's saving $800 on housing costs.
Well said Craig Ross! When we have it we spend it. When we don't we don't. Dan
I have to admit.... I make 7 times what Randy does and he is 7 times happier.
I know what you mean. I have some very successful friends in the USA pull down serious money and living high on the horse. They could buy and sell me 20 times over. But I wouldn't trade my life with any of them. I am very grateful my life turned out this way. It is not perfect, but it is very close.
Never heard asking you, Hospitalization, maintenance, monthly check up about your Health how much you spend in the Philippines :)
Randy answers that question in other comments. Here is my answer to that question: vagabondbuddha.com/two-biggest-risks-of-retiring-early-overseas/
It seems like Philippines or Thailand is the place to be for an affordable retirement. I think my military retirement pay and a 2nd job income online that this might be a place to go. Retirement in mid 40's sounds about right lol.
Yup Philippines is the country to be! I quit the rat race at 53. Bought an empty lot for a good price then had a house built all cash n paid for. Spending less than Randy every month for 2 people. I eat healthier than Randy though 😂
@@amaliahightower How do you own property? I thought foreigners can't own property there.
@@Jersey2WorldTravels I’m not a citizen however I’m born here.
Do it! I'm going to retire at age 37, not going to stay until mid-40s in the military but my real estate will more than take care of my retirement.
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$600/month is P30000/month average salary of teacher. So absolutely doable. P5000 rent is $100/month is lucky.
He is living in a 'locals' area. I think that is the difference. It is safe but not as big as most expats expect.
I would like to know more about health insurance overseas. I am fairly young......but that is my biggest concern about moving overseas as a retiree and leaving the free VA healthcare system in the states.
@Randy Wilson Thank you for your response. Yes, we are totally different lol. I lean on science more than any religion....so I want to go to the hospital and not to pray the pain away. That is why I want to know about insurance in case I need it wherever I live.
They have a VA hospital in Manila I think.
I love your channel, I intend to retire and retire early in Asia.. I think Philippines is a great place for expats, just to difficult to choose what island 😊
@Randy Wilson thanks for your advice, will look into it.
Go retire in Puerto Princesa, Palawan... u will live cheaper than Randy. The island is beautiful ( I’m sure after 6 mos to a year will be better, once they recover from typhoon Odette)
It is so cheap to travel around the Philippines, I suggest doing that until you find your favorite. :-)
@@VagabondAwake I think that's the best suggestion so far 😊
Randy looks like is living the dream
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Really appreciate Randy for his true bare it all story , thanks
He is one of a kind for sure!
Interesting comments. I lived their 15 years ago for 800 to 1200 a month. My friends still say you can get apartments for under a 100, but at that price point you will need a local to help you and it would be better if you had a family their as infrastructure to help guide you. As far as the comments living their with out a visa, I never did that but know quit a few people who did, when you get caught not much happens usually you go before a judge and if you are seen running a local business and supporting your family even if its on a budget they will not kick you out of the country. If your not supporting a local maybe it would be different though. The only reason you will get kicked out is doing something culturally bad, then youll get kicked out, or worse, but just living their supporting your family no. Cool videos keep them coming and thank you for the best content on the web for retiring or slow travel around the world.
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I officially have added a new hero to my list! Talk about not giving a darn and just living life for a change!
Totally!
My partner lives on p13,300 pesos a month = $265 per month 👍
Wow. That is amazing.
@@VagabondAwake thanks and guess what she is from an upper middle class family , attorney's, doctors, psychologist, x-ray technicians, majors in the military, etc etc , family means more to them than money so they all live a modest lifestyle 👍👍
Glad to see he is making it. Not an ideal situation due to the variability of the exchange rate.
Well said Tim G! Thanks for following my dream. Dan
I am curious why his SS is so low. Is it because of his work history or payment into the system? I am not criticizing....just curious.
Some people in USA SSA checks are lower than that and have to file for SSI to get to $700 something dollars a month.
@@lumiesoucek5129 But if paid into the system your whole life......I would assume it would be at least over $1000 a month for SSA
@@Jersey2WorldTravels I know that if your SSA check is less than $789 dollars, you can apply for SSI to make it $789 dollars. But if you are approved to receive both SSI and SSDI, SSI will dropped you if your SSDI/SSA is higher than $789.
I knew a lot of SSA recipients that received from $500 and up monthly SSA check. I worked full time for 13 years in Wal-Mart as a casher, stocker and sales clerk. In 2016 I applied and was approved for SSDI. My first year monthly check was $970 dollars and $16 dollars of food stamps. This coming January my monthly check will be $1,058 dollars.
If your SSA check is less than the poverty level, you are eligible to receive a food stamps of $30 if you pay rent. But if you own your home outright, you will only receive $16 dollars of food stamps.
@Randy Wilson 7 kids and none of them cares to help their father at this stage of your life? That disgusted me with kids in America. I have 4 and just that. I've known a lot of kids in America are just that in this generation. And they wonder why 34 tornados hit 8 states on the same day and killed over a hundred people (still counting) and level off grounds? It's a punishment and a correction to the wrongs we're doing in this world. I hope everyone will care a little bit more for everyone from this time on. God Bless.
@M J What's your country? I'm asking because I am working on getting every Filipinos a monthly check, free health care, free taxes, free college and free utilities. I want them to enjoy the benefits of the American Indians got in US. I want this to be my legacy to leave to my countrymen.
Dan, great video. Thanks for sharing.
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Randy is a very nice man and he has a sweet girlfriend! Great interview! Randy has a great attitude and he is very resourseful!
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It is going to cost a lot, and he will not be allowed to leave before he pays. There is no way around it. They will stop the person at the airport and send them to customs. Cash only, no credit cards
Great ask and answer!
Living the "Poor man in a rich country or be a rich man in a poor country" mentality....all power to him and Kylie .....it works for them and that is all they need...🙂👍👌.....peace out...
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5000 pesos rent is a steal. I bet he's saving a lot. I paid 10k pesos a month back in 2018 when there for a furnished studio apartment.
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I'm curious as to how much money he has in the Bank? For Medical emergencies and stuff....
Great ask and answer you two.
I've been in the Philippines almost 13yrs now, and been living on $300 a month with 5 mouths to feed. How much can you eat, drink, and whatever.
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He has true happiness
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I am now glad to be a member of your website. Happy to read all of the wonderful information.
Thanks
Human interest stories with international flavor our wonderfully entertaining while we all wait for the world to Re-open Merry Christmas to you both and to each of your viewers and the very best in 2022 I am looking forward
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Incredible story. Too much risk for me but good for him!
Me too. I would be worried.
Wow! He's a hoot! Thanks Dan!
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for 600 a month you should be living like a king, I had a hard time spending 40 dollars out in the province for a week.
@@78swats tried, never did succeed lol
The provinces are fun for sure.
Dan, great interview!...and your wife looks absolutely gorgeous!....keep it up!, it add values to us! I just can't wait till this plandemic is over with so that I can go to Philippines!.
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@@VagabondAwake No!, I have not seen that, but shall now review them and give you thumb up on as many as I watch. Thanks a bunch Dan!
First money saving tip seems to be: Only buy one set of earphones.
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I'm a Filipino earning just about around $830 a month. But man, if you could cook or know where to find good and cheap food like in a Karenderya $800 is a lot of money.
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Dan, thanks for always providing objective insight and ideas for us, you and Qiang are just two genuine people that make things better for us...
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Very interesting vlog. Randy is fantastic.
Glad you enjoyed it
I lived very comfortably in Dumaguete City for less than $500 a month, but that was over 10 years ago. If you like people, you'll love the Philippines.
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Trying my best to get there as well. I love that country
No F's given with this guy lol. Gotta love retired people after a certain age saying whatever they want haha. He has more guts than me announcing it on here about his immigration status. My wife or I never messed with immigration of any country.
He is over 70 and he is ' hashtag living his best life '. I don't think he cares which is awesome 😎
Agreed. With how fast immigration laws can change I would keep that to myself. Even if they normally don't come after you if you announce it on the internet and people start making a stink about it you may become a target. Something similar happened to a couple of women social media influencers in Bali. Something they said on social media about Indonesia got some locals irrate and they were kicked out the country for over staying their visa.
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I Love It!
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I feel sad for the young lady. Imagine having to service this old pervert.
What he is saying was true. Philippines does not look that much about the overstayers. It can only be a problem if you commit a crime. But if you are staying peacefully like the indians and the korean you can stay for the rest of your life even without legal documents.
Well said STing Ray! Thanks for adding value to the community. Dan
If a Filipino was earning 600 a month they would be doing ok. So why shouldn’t he live on that
I don’t know what all the fuss is about. But you’re a really nice guy. Good luck buddy
@Randy Wilson I will thanks 🙏 mate
@Randy Wilson More power to ya Randy! If you are not interested in international travel or returning to the US and the Filipino government threatens to deport you - you can renounce your US citizenship quickly and remain in the Philippines as a "stateless person". You can research these facts on the internet. God bless you two.
I’m going to Philippines just as soon as it’s open. In Cambodia now
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Thanks for sharing 🥰😊
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