I'm retired in Cambodia. I have the retirement visa for one year less than 200$. I bought a condo for less than rent in las Vegas. My complex has pool and gym with view of tonle sap river. I lived in the Philippines but visa and ownership drove me to Cambodia. I have an ABA account but transfer money through others banks like Candaia or prince bank and deposit in ABA. Rates our cheaper than ABA. Good luck to all who come and great video for newbies.😊
@@jamesdivine69 zero down I had an interest of 12% for 15 years. I pay under 900 a month management fee is 32$. It's a two bedroom and one bathroom. One bedroom our 700 and studio 500. Interest depends on what is put down. Hope that helps.
I’m another one who has been living here since 2012 on my social security alone. I use the ATM once a month and just pay cash for everything. I live comfortably and actually able to save money. Love Cambodia
Jim , I am get jealous with your cheap retirement there. I wish I can visit Cambodia in December 2024 to see how I can stay there for a while. Thanks for your information.
@@EGO0808 walkable to me is like having grocery stores, or bodega, pharmacy, cafe, stuff like that within a few blocks. Walkable is having the option to not own a car and still get by okay!
@@michelleperia920 i live in downtown downtown Kuala Lumpur, I can walk to my grocery store, shopping malls and all. But as said, anything further than a 5 or max 10 minute walk is not walkable to me, due to the humidity combined with the heat. Nothing to do with owning a car.
I'm planning a video about these things - it's hard to do because you can't really film much in a doctor's office, but I've had a few experiences that I can talk about.
A couple of my friends went there and got a lot of dental work done in Cambodia. And I have a friend who had his done in Mexico. They all worked out with affordable prices. Unfortunately most of them had to have them done again about 8 years later. I never asked why.
Being a smaller town it's quieter in certain locations. If your into archeology, there's the Worlds Largest religous monument just down the street...Ankor Wat which covers an area of 400 acres
Thanks Ryan for uploading regularly. I am so homesick right now because I wasn’t able to visit Cambodia for Khmer new year this year. I really enjoy watching your video contents.
To my amazement. I live in the same building (KC Apartment) & have met Jim. I just moved into the Russian Market neighborhood & am just now getting used to it. Anyway, another good video. Looking forward to talking to Jim again & telling him I saw his video.
Finally - a down to earth report from a down to earth gentlemen. If you have practical experience and therefore something to say, and the ablity to express youself like a decent human being - you get what we have the pleasure to listen to. Thank you.
Love Cambodia. Best country I've ever been to. The beauty, Angkor Watt, localized feel (non-industrial), and the people are so kind and warm which says so much given how much the people have gone through.
We recently spent two months in Cambodia and were shocked by how affordable everything was compared to back home in the States. This video was really interesting. Thanks for sharing! 😊
I lived in the Philippines for 1 year and Thailand for 3 years. I never thought I could find a happier place than Thailand. On the first of the year I moved to Phnom Penh and I love it more than Thailand. I can go on my $64 flights to Bangkok if I need a vacation. The 6 month visa for $200 is so stress free. Ho chi mon city is only a $25 bus ride.
I;ve lived in Thailand for 2 years, Came over to visit Phnom Penh for a month and I can honestly say it's great I would consider moving here. I was really impressed by the English level versus Thailand as well
Well, I'm a retired 78 year old Canadian who has lived in rural northern Viẹt Nam for almost 15 years. My government pension is 935 dollars cdn. That amount of money takes care of myself, my wife (Vietnamese), helps her family of 5 with about 300 left over to play with. In my opinion I have a much higher standard of living than were I to return to Canada. Wouldn't go back even if I won a lottery.
I'm a 28yo Canadian living in Cambodia for a few years now. My dad's coming soon to visit for my wedding, he's going to be looking into living here as well once he's a little older.
right these asian countries seem so much more reasonable than canada or the US. to retire . the US has gotten crazy . property prices are getting insane here in S. Florida .. its going to crash .. already started
I plan to move back to Cambodia but not for another three years. I want my daughter to finish high school in the states. I lived in Cambodia for nine years. I miss it.
Beautiful and affordable country. You've been away for a long long time but having the connection that you do will make it easier for you to settle here.
G'day mate , Jim is spot on for where he lives , I'm on the other side of the market , this area has everything just gotta look its there, the first market is huge i go all the time , chase bank is most likely he uses to transfers money then to ABA hope that helps for the US watchers .. Catchya
Hope you can interview few expats about their health care experience and insurance.. can get reduced health insurance rate for 40 lbs. weight loss.. which bank did he transfer his retirement to first? What was the fee?
In the past 3-4 years, Cambodia's economy has experienced significant growth, drawing investors and entrepreneurs to the country. This surge of interest has provided expatriates moving or retiring to Cambodia with ample opportunities to explore the wonders of the kingdom 😅
Itchy survived from talking with a stranger in the Kingdom. Great interview… please do more real life interview like this to get different perspectives ( family, female etc.).
I'd love to. It's just a matter of finding the right people. If anyone out there is interested in sharing their Cambodia expat experience, let me know itchyfeetonthecheap@gmail.com
Manila is a cess pool of garbage, homeless people, urine stench everywhere, people always begging, families homeless, I hate Manila I try to avoid that place at all cost.
Makati in Manila is becoming saturated with ex pats driving up prices. Thailand is no longer the country it was 20 years ago and visa problems are rife. Cambodia or Vietnam are the new boys on the block and I would choose one of those countries to retire. If you have an above average pension or savings Malaysia could also be on the wish list.
I’ll use to live on West End of BC, Canada! Vancouver it’s highly expensive can’t barely survive just work hours and hours but no social life , I’ll only live as 2 years then move out to US. Now within max 3 years I’ll retiring in Cambodia because that’s we’re I’m native off so much things to do and connected to others affordable entrepreneur beautiful sceneries lots of green forestry and affordable lifestyle so many option to choose in Cambodia wether green food , groceries they also have western groceries then rent out a house by the beautiful Beaches eating green organic diet 😅❤
Phnom Penh is great. I love the people and the government with their easy 6 month visa. The only thing that sucks is that it is hard to find a job that pays a living wage.
Great video! Jim seems like such a cool guy. I'm happy to see his success in Cambodia, and to know that he can make a pastrami sandwich if he wants! I also appreciate the clear audio on this video. First time I've seen your channel. Cheers.
His advice to watch UA-cam videos was good especially videos from those who llive there not the ones with content from dud two week visitors with unqualified negativity.......Vlogging a Dead Horse youtuber is a good example of who not to watch for advice .
Liked the video. Seems like a great experience. America's economy is sending us far from home. I live in Los Angles and while it is a beautiful place I have a choice between retiring in a van or becoming an expat. It would be nice to know what insurance company he used to gain the emergency 50k policy before needing to head back to the states for his medicare. (?) Glad Jim didn't murder you.
@@rgasta7765 Primarily the weather. I dont NEED some of the westen foods i like but it's nice to understand whats on a label sometimes. There is a much more diverse assortment of fruits and veg here so no biggie if i cant find italian seasonings+ etc.
@@markbigelow2608 is the weather in Dalat cooler than Phnom Penh? Im in HCMC and its crazt hot. May i ask you if you find VN friendlier than Cambodians?
Great video! I was there in October and think I will retire there - I love it and have been several times. I am working in South Korea now saving up the money.
@@Untamedlove Can I ask, I told a Viet friend I was thinking about moving to Cambodia. She said not a good idea because of crime. Now I've read that crime, drug related is a bit of an issue. Have you experienced any of that? Have read it's a problem in / around Sihanoukville area.
@@MisterSuki just life: Sihanoukville is low rent and a tourist hot spot - what are you going to get anywhere in the world with those two combo's?? Drugs and loose women. LIFE 101
I was actually surprised by the price of that condominium. I’ve had similar in Bangkok for around $400 a month. Perhaps it’s more spacious than the video let on.
I pay just $260 a month rent for a 2 bed condo in a complex with sauna, gym, swimming pool and 24 hour security in Melaka, West Malaysia facing the Melaka Straits. My monthly utility bills in the UK cost more than that.
Phnom Penh is awesome. I had a great time there, and was pleasantly surprised at all of the fellow Americans that I met while I visited. There is plenty to do, and the people were very friendly. "Happy" pizza is everywhere too. Thanks for posting this video.
Good video guys,good questions..…..says everything in simple terms….thanks to Jim also,tells it so easily. Shows the everyday places and gives a price on what he spends and earns..much appreciated from the UK.
It may be too hot for you; things are not that cheap either if you factor everything. I'm from the east coast US and was in Cambodia recently. It was too hot and humid for me. The air was bad and I could hardly breathe; Cambodia is ranked the 8th among the most polluted countries in the world.
@@duplex88Cambodia is definitely not for you because you're weak. Some people are much stronger than you and can survive and love Cambodia. Just because you couldn't doesn't mean no one else can. You're too negative.
@@duplex88 if you think about pollution, you may not be able to live in any countries in Southeast Asia. I don't think they really care at all about it.
@@duplex88 It’s common in every city that’s the air is ain’t that healthy but other part away from the city as province of Cambodia as Siem Riep , Rotana Kiry , Mondol Kiry it’s modern and also can surrounded with beautiful tall forestry surrounding all natural beauty wild life the qualities of airs it’s like sleeping on a cloud also toward rural side and communities surrounded by the ocean and beaches are top notch natural , green lifestyle affordable and peaceful tranquilities peace of mind !
I like his attitude 1600 a month is living his best life. Change is good. It gives you a new lease on life. I look forward to retiring in the Philippines or Cambodia. I’m planning on a trip to the Philippines at the end of the year to check it out
@@Adam-ty7sz Well enjoy your visit i was there for 1 month and fell in love with the place so much to see and 99 percent of the people i met were very friendly .
I agree only listen to people who have lived there and are giving their advice .I ignore and delete the click bait sensationalists who visit for a few days and talk pish
Congratulations, a great video. It conveys the real daily lives of ordinary people. I wanted to ask you a question about medical insurance, if it is possible, and is it convenient to buy it in Cambodia???
Great video. Jim is a standup guy. It is glad to know you can be happy living off SS and get so much Western food within walking distance in Cambodia. Very refreshing. I also would add that I would check the health insurance policy since it is probably only valid for vacation stays. I am sure there are better options out there if you look. I am a US expat retired in Thailand.
Having visited earlier this year and falling in love with the place, I would seriously consider retiring there. It's something I don't have to immediately worry about, but will give it serious thought within 10 years. I must admit the only thing that scares me is if I get sick, or end up with a chronic long term condition.
Bingo. That and what happens if you need nursing care and people nearby to make health care decisions for you. Sure, Bangkok isn't far with its excellent private hospitals, but that doesn't replace loved ones who can be trusted. Or God forbid, take over finances if you develop serious memory issues.
Yep! You hit the nail on the head. If you are generally in good health with no pesky American diseases such as Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, then retiring overseas can be a good option. I do not have any diseases, but my body goes in and out of "perfection" if you want to call it that...hehehe. As you age, there are just bad days and it's nice to have access to the Western medicine here. I could probably get used to overseas healthcare, but as you say......have one major illness fall upon you, your retirement in Cambodia comes to a quick end. And I think the one thing "Jim" is just flat out in denial about is the fact that he appears to be on his own. What will happen when his wits are not all there? It is bound to happen eventually that your mental acumen will begin to deteriorate and then what? I can't imagine trusting my life, my finances and health up to some stranger because I will not have any family in Cambodia.
@@TheStoneWhispereri don't think something like that would normally happen overnight. Obviously, there's a risk if you have a sudden serious illness. But you have to think positively and do everything you can to stay healthy, which he seems to be doing.
Fear of the unknown prevents many people from fulfilling their dreams. We are not in control of what "might" happen. Plan for all eventualities. Take out a health care policy or save enough for an "emergency fund" if the worse should ever happen. At the end of the day any one of us could drop dead this very minute. Live life as if its your'e last day.
@@stevenhull5025 I decided in my early 30s to become an expat in East Asia and lived there for nearly a decade. That was a measured risk that made a lot of sense to me at the time. I suppose if you have no one and nothing to lose, and you are ready to punch your ticket at any minute, then moving to Cambodia old and alone makes some kind of sense. Nothing wrong with that of course if so. Personally, I'd rather spend my last days closer to those who know and love me to the extent possible.
love this alot. Would love to see more of it if possible. It' would also be nice to see young vs old and family vs single experience of retiree or ex-pat as well to see different perspectives
Jim looks GREAT! I thought he was in his early sixties. He has great posture, a gorgeous gait and beautiful skin. Health is definitely wealth. Good for him. Very interesting video. I hope you do some more videos like this one.
Hi Ryan. Great video! Did Jim offer any more information about the insurance that covers $50K while outside the USA? This information would be helpful to us and many of your subscribers. Thanks so much. Keep up the good work!
Some Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans will supposedly reimburse for up to $50,000 for an emergency. But I think there are time limits for being away from the states. And given the distances, don't think Medicare is practical coverage for an expat in Cambodia. In effect, he's self-insured. Nor does Cambodia have a good reputation for healthcare. Probably want to go to Thailand for something major.
Very interesting content, and very well done. I'm impressed, this made for good viewing, which is getting harder to find, so I enjoyed this video a lot. Cheers, from West Wales, UK :-)
I am retiring by the end of August. I literally could go by mid July but I am on a piece of cake job right now. I’m a heavy equipment operator. I’m going to finish out until August waiting for hours to transfer from the contractor to my labor union. Just my way of making doubly sure that the hours have transferred by waiting until August. Plus, I’m working with a great bunch of people! I’m planning on visiting Cambodia. That’s all I planned on is visiting now. I will have my eyes wide open looking at what kind of lifestyle I could have in Cambodia for sure. Thanks for the video. That looks perfect shopping and surviving. I would love to see where he swims every day? I’m definitely going to be just like him I could shed 30 pounds in six months in a heartbeat and back down weight. Since I’m an equipment operator I do a lot of sitting so I’m about 40 pounds overweight. Can’t wait to eat food and sweat it out! And get a good massage on this sore back on a regular basis at an affordable price!!! a great video. I’d like to see more. Subscribing now.
My ex wife. My ex mother in law. Divorce me. I divorce because my mother in laws from hell. You get it. Guys. I live in Phnom Penh I love it. Is good live. The problem I having in PP IS too many poor people’s. Is difficult to watch it. But … I love Cambodia. And the Khmer people’s. They are very nice. Cambodia help me a lot after my messy divorce. Was difficult for me the first 2 years. Now I ok. Love Cambodia.
Been through the divorce, also...and yes, I want to live in Cambodia...beautiful country, lovely people. I'm going back to Cambodia as soon as possible.
Warning…. This guy MUST check the fine print on his $50,000 health insurance policy. He isn’t technically travelling. He is temporary resident and that is not permitted
I was thinking the same. It sounds like he's paying for his medical needs out of pocket. That's OK for seeing the doctor for incidental stuff and picking up an inexpensive Rx. For something major, he'll probably have issues.
This has my interest, and would like to ask - how’s the general hygiene situation overall? Water quality, fresh food availability, etc? I’m collecting SS now but still quite active.
how absolutely awful - endless noise to go with the 24/7 life style - No nature and greenery in all of that vid... as for the air quality..............
This gentleman is welcome in Cambodia because his social security represents positive income for the country. His present, expat status depends on the stability and the value of the USD. This is a variable that needs to be considered
Positively or negatively? My adopted Vietnamese brother says he doesn't trust the Vietnamese medical system at all, and he has plenty of money. Do you -- or why do you -- trust an even less developed country more?
if medical treatment is a concern, Thailand is far better than Cambodia. I've got three of the best hospitals in Thailand (Bumrungrad, Samitivej, and Sukhumvit) all within 25 minutes of my apartment in Bangkok. Samitivej is my favourite, but use Sukhumvit mostly because it's cheaper. Avoid Bumrungrad because it's just way too expensive.
@@JJJJ-gl2uf I spent a lot of time in Thailand and I agree on the medical services...really 1st class and no bullsht like one gets in some cities in the USA. NYC was a nightmare. I don't know the cost of Thailand now and I have heard that the visa deal is not the way it used to be, : leaving for Penang every 3 months and returning with another 3 month visa. The Thai government is protecting the country from the Chinese.
I'm retired in Cambodia. I have the retirement visa for one year less than 200$. I bought a condo for less than rent in las Vegas. My complex has pool and gym with view of tonle sap river. I lived in the Philippines but visa and ownership drove me to Cambodia. I have an ABA account but transfer money through others banks like Candaia or prince bank and deposit in ABA. Rates our cheaper than ABA. Good luck to all who come and great video for newbies.😊
Thanks for sharing
What's the lease on your condo?
@@jamesdivine69 zero down I had an interest of 12% for 15 years. I pay under 900 a month management fee is 32$. It's a two bedroom and one bathroom. One bedroom our 700 and studio 500. Interest depends on what is put down. Hope that helps.
12% interest rate? Thats crazy bro
@@douglasthorp7471How much was the condo?
Thanks guys for cost of living info - great - 👌👌
I’m another one who has been living here since 2012 on my social security alone. I use the ATM once a month and just pay cash for everything. I live comfortably and actually able to save money. Love Cambodia
Lol try doing that in the US ! You would have to live in a tent.
What about the terrible food …
@@ma3stro681 you mean affordable lol
How much is your social security every month if you don't mind me asking?
You don't have to live in a tent, but you do have to live in a flop house (sugar coated version)
Love Jim!! He made it sound like a winner winner! Ryan, you’re the best as always!! ❤
Jim , I am get jealous with your cheap retirement there. I wish I can visit Cambodia in December 2024 to see how I can stay there for a while. Thanks for your information.
Yes when I get retired contacts there I'll visit.
❤❤❤❤great to find option on where to retire.
Great video Ryan, thanks.
Lived there for almost a year, wish I could go again.
Thanks for the video, Ryan. Loved it
Thanks Ryan, tonnes of information. 👍
Awesome vid. Love a walkable neighborhood!
Define walkable. Here is SE Asia a 5 minute walk in the tropics is exhausting already.
@@EGO0808 walkable to me is like having grocery stores, or bodega, pharmacy, cafe, stuff like that within a few blocks. Walkable is having the option to not own a car and still get by okay!
@@michelleperia920 i live in downtown downtown Kuala Lumpur, I can walk to my grocery store, shopping malls and all. But as said, anything further than a 5 or max 10 minute walk is not walkable to me, due to the humidity combined with the heat. Nothing to do with owning a car.
It seems quite simple to move. I wish he can share his experience visiting the dentist and the doctor in the Kingdom. Great job 👏 Itchy…
I'm planning a video about these things - it's hard to do because you can't really film much in a doctor's office, but I've had a few experiences that I can talk about.
A couple of my friends went there and got a lot of dental work done in Cambodia. And I have a friend who had his done in Mexico. They all worked out with affordable prices. Unfortunately most of them had to have them done again about 8 years later. I never asked why.
Thank you ryan!
One of your best videos... I remember watching you order the shirt you were waring during this video... i arrive in Siem Reap May 1 2024...
Wow, Lost 40 lbs. worth it to move… love ❤️ Cambodia… not if Siem Reap is better the PP for me…
Being a smaller town it's quieter in certain locations. If your into archeology, there's the Worlds Largest religous monument just down the street...Ankor Wat which covers an area of 400 acres
Thanks Ryan for uploading regularly. I am so homesick right now because I wasn’t able to visit Cambodia for Khmer new year this year. I really enjoy watching your video contents.
Save ur money and go...
Great information.
Awesome video ❤❤
To my amazement. I live in the same building (KC Apartment) & have met Jim. I just moved into the Russian Market neighborhood & am just now getting used to it. Anyway, another good video. Looking forward to talking to Jim again & telling him I saw his video.
I lived in Phnom from 2007-2017. Still own a nice condo in a gated community there. Nice place. Will return when I retire :)
how many ladies of the night have you seen him with?
@@NickMeisher Do you rent your condo or does it just sit there while you're not there?
@@Devilishlybenevolent I rent it to a nearby restaurant which uses it as storage for inventory. But for all i know, it might be used as a brothel...
He seems like a nice, positive guy.
Finally - a down to earth report from a down to earth gentlemen. If you have practical experience and therefore something to say, and the ablity to express youself like a decent human being - you get what we have the pleasure to listen to. Thank you.
Great video
Love Cambodia. Best country I've ever been to. The beauty, Angkor Watt, localized feel (non-industrial), and the people are so kind and warm which says so much given how much the people have gone through.
We recently spent two months in Cambodia and were shocked by how affordable everything was compared to back home in the States. This video was really interesting. Thanks for sharing! 😊
Quick and informative. I currently live in Thailand but am considering Cambobia if things get [more] stupid with VISAs and taxes.
I lived in the Philippines for 1 year and Thailand for 3 years. I never thought I could find a happier place than Thailand. On the first of the year I moved to Phnom Penh and I love it more than Thailand. I can go on my $64 flights to Bangkok if I need a vacation. The 6 month visa for $200 is so stress free. Ho chi mon city is only a $25 bus ride.
I;ve lived in Thailand for 2 years, Came over to visit Phnom Penh for a month and I can honestly say it's great I would consider moving here. I was really impressed by the English level versus Thailand as well
Oh no they have visas and taxes? How dare they.
met Australian in Thailand who lives in Siem Reap because of ease of visas but has Thai girlfriend... regularly crosses back and forth
@@MyLifeThai371 How many hours is that bus ride to Ho Chi Minh city?
Well, I'm a retired 78 year old Canadian who has lived in rural northern Viẹt Nam for almost 15 years. My government pension is 935 dollars cdn. That amount of money takes care of myself, my wife (Vietnamese), helps her family of 5 with about 300 left over to play with. In my opinion I have a much higher standard of living than were I to return to Canada. Wouldn't go back even if I won a lottery.
I'm a 28yo Canadian living in Cambodia for a few years now. My dad's coming soon to visit for my wedding, he's going to be looking into living here as well once he's a little older.
Yeh but ur. Old
@tanthaman Thank you but what exactly is your point?
I like Vietnam so much. I am explore Cam Duk area
right these asian countries seem so much more reasonable than canada or the US. to retire . the US has gotten crazy . property prices are getting insane here in S. Florida .. its going to crash .. already started
Thanks for sharing.
One good, informative channel is called Second Life Travels. ;)
I plan to move back to Cambodia but not for another three years. I want my daughter to finish high school in the states. I lived in Cambodia for nine years. I miss it.
The US will be totally destroyed by them. Everything they train high school is a lie. Good luck
Thank you for sharing. I'm Cambodian but I left Cambodia to US in the 80 as a refugees .Now my wife and I we're thinking moving there for retirement.
Beautiful and affordable country. You've been away for a long long time but having the connection that you do will make it easier for you to settle here.
sometimes life comes full circle.....
G'day mate , Jim is spot on for where he lives , I'm on the other side of the market , this area has everything just gotta look its there, the first market is huge i go all the time , chase bank is most likely he uses to transfers money then to ABA hope that helps for the US watchers ..
Catchya
Nice video, thx
Hope you can interview few expats about their health care experience and insurance.. can get reduced health insurance rate for 40 lbs. weight loss.. which bank did he transfer his retirement to first? What was the fee?
Yes, I was going to ask the same question. Which bank did he transfer to before the transfer to ABA? Jim, are you reading this?
In the past 3-4 years, Cambodia's economy has experienced significant growth, drawing investors and entrepreneurs to the country. This surge of interest has provided expatriates moving or retiring to Cambodia with ample opportunities to explore the wonders of the kingdom 😅
It has grown very fast.
And pushed up prices for locals no doubt?
Itchy survived from talking with a stranger in the Kingdom. Great interview… please do more real life interview like this to get different perspectives ( family, female etc.).
I'd love to. It's just a matter of finding the right people. If anyone out there is interested in sharing their Cambodia expat experience, let me know itchyfeetonthecheap@gmail.com
Are there a lot of foreigners retire in Cambodia. I hardly see them on youtube.
Alot of great comments and positive opinions about Cambodia,it’s good to hear,thank you all and welcome to Cambodia
Jim is s very sympathetic person. I hope he will get a good retirement in Cambodia. Thanks for the video. More of that.
It looks so much cleaner than Manila Philippines.
Love it
Manila is a cess pool of garbage, homeless people, urine stench everywhere, people always begging, families homeless, I hate Manila I try to avoid that place at all cost.
Manila is a dump, like a lot of other Philippine towns/cities.
Makati in Manila is becoming saturated with ex pats driving up prices. Thailand is no longer the country it was 20 years ago and visa problems are rife. Cambodia or Vietnam are the new boys on the block and I would choose one of those countries to retire. If you have an above average pension or savings Malaysia could also be on the wish list.
@@manuelaffonso2191 Philippines is a vassal state of USA. so of course it's a dump... the boot on the throat of the vassal:)
@@stevenhull5025 you can not collect SS if you live in VN, it is a communist country
good one ! Where Sarah ?
good informative video Ryan!
I gotta get out of BC, Canada....Cambodia is looking the best option for me. And definitely the most affordable, too
I’ll use to live on West End of BC, Canada! Vancouver it’s highly expensive can’t barely survive just work hours and hours but no social life , I’ll only live as 2 years then move out to US. Now within max 3 years I’ll retiring in Cambodia because that’s we’re I’m native off so much things to do and connected to others affordable entrepreneur beautiful sceneries lots of green forestry and affordable lifestyle so many option to choose in Cambodia wether green food , groceries they also have western groceries then rent out a house by the beautiful
Beaches eating green organic diet 😅❤
Phnom Penh is great. I love the people and the government with their easy 6 month visa. The only thing that sucks is that it is hard to find a job that pays a living wage.
i live in Phnom Penh and and can get nice safe modern condo for less the 600 $ a month.
Nice one
Currently, there are about 100,000 Westerners are living in Cambodia 🇰🇭
And it is growing.
Let us hope it does not increase too much or else the living costs will increase to take advantage of it.
@@stevenhull5025 True folks will go to Mongolia and Timor Leste.
Great move! Very happy for Jim. Best wishes and happy Khmer New Year to everyone. 🙏🙏
Great video! Jim seems like such a cool guy. I'm happy to see his success in Cambodia, and to know that he can make a pastrami sandwich if he wants! I also appreciate the clear audio on this video. First time I've seen your channel. Cheers.
His advice to watch UA-cam videos was good especially videos from those who llive there not the ones with content from dud two week visitors with unqualified negativity.......Vlogging a Dead Horse youtuber is a good example of who not to watch for advice .
Food choices are good. the intense heat for 9 months out of a year is difficult .
Sounds like New Orleans 😂
yeah you could tell by how sweaty Jim was at the end of the video
Yeah I just checked. 92 F right now. I will stay in NYC. No thanks!
@VoxWodler Supposed to get even hotter next year. I'm in Thailand
only 9.?!!
Liked the video. Seems like a great experience. America's economy is sending us far from home. I live in Los Angles and while it is a beautiful place I have a choice between retiring in a van or becoming an expat. It would be nice to know what insurance company he used to gain the emergency 50k policy before needing to head back to the states for his medicare. (?) Glad Jim didn't murder you.
Many Medicare Advantage plans include the $50K urgent care and emergency care benefit. Humana and United Healthcare to name a couple.
@@dannyboy480-y4m Thanks Dan!
I live in Dalat and there is almost no western food in the grocery stores. That is one thing i miss about Cambodia.
Why u moved to Dalat then
@@rgasta7765 Primarily the weather. I dont NEED some of the westen foods i like but it's nice to understand whats on a label sometimes. There is a much more diverse assortment of fruits and veg here so no biggie if i cant find italian seasonings+ etc.
@@markbigelow2608 is the weather in Dalat cooler than Phnom Penh? Im in HCMC and its crazt hot. May i ask you if you find VN friendlier than Cambodians?
I almost bought a sweater in Dalat after living in Phnom Penh 😂
@@briangoss7716 For a summer escape it has perfect weather.
Great video! I was there in October and think I will retire there - I love it and have been several times. I am working in South Korea now saving up the money.
For a tip to a Cambodia UA-cam channel is called “for riel”😊
Love it.
How lovely it is to see Cambodians thriving.
A huge change from the days of the Khmer Rouge & Pol Pot, I'm quite sure. ;-)
Cambodia is a hidden gem of a Country and I love it there...
Timor Liste is better.
@@Ytorisv I know you are joking.
@@Untamedlove Can I ask, I told a Viet friend I was thinking about moving to Cambodia. She said not a good idea because of crime. Now I've read that crime, drug related is a bit of an issue. Have you experienced any of that? Have read it's a problem in / around Sihanoukville area.
@@MisterSuki just life: Sihanoukville is low rent and a tourist hot spot - what are you going to get anywhere in the world with those two combo's?? Drugs and loose women. LIFE 101
@@CosmicSeeker69 🤣 Not the life we're all looking for.
This video was very helpful, I like your style of interview and found Jim’s experience informative. Subscribed
Thanks for seeking Jim out and sharing this content.
Thank you and thanks to Jim! Great vid! 🙂
Excellent video. Jim did a fine job describing "living in Phenom Penh," well worth the view. Ted in California
$600 for a gym and pool. I can’t even get out of Costco for that price
600 seems astronomical for a 3rd world country
600 usd is like 3 times the monthly minimum wage in Cambodia, so is like 5000 USD in the US
I was actually surprised by the price of that condominium. I’ve had similar in Bangkok for around $400 a month. Perhaps it’s more spacious than the video let on.
@@williamechols2731 and thailand is much more developed country than cambodia...
I pay just $260 a month rent for a 2 bed condo in a complex with sauna, gym, swimming pool and 24 hour security in Melaka, West Malaysia facing the Melaka Straits. My monthly utility bills in the UK cost more than that.
Thank you to you both and good for you, Jim.
You did a great job with this video
Phnom Penh is awesome. I had a great time there, and was pleasantly surprised at all of the fellow Americans that I met while I visited. There is plenty to do, and the people were very friendly. "Happy" pizza is everywhere too. Thanks for posting this video.
Extremely crowded
Their hot dog pizza was better than any pizza except Chicago or NYC. Back in the 80s.
Good video guys,good questions..…..says everything in simple terms….thanks to Jim also,tells it so easily. Shows the everyday places and gives a price on what he spends and earns..much appreciated from the UK.
I would also like to escape Canada, too cold, too expensive
It may be too hot for you; things are not that cheap either if you factor everything. I'm from the east coast US and was in Cambodia recently. It was too hot and humid for me. The air was bad and I could hardly breathe; Cambodia is ranked the 8th among the most polluted countries in the world.
@@duplex88Cambodia is definitely not for you because you're weak. Some people are much stronger than you and can survive and love Cambodia. Just because you couldn't doesn't mean no one else can. You're too negative.
@@duplex88 if you think about pollution, you may not be able to live in any countries in Southeast Asia. I don't think they really care at all about it.
@@duplex88
It’s common in every city that’s the air is ain’t that healthy but other part away from the city as province of Cambodia as Siem Riep , Rotana Kiry , Mondol Kiry it’s modern and also can surrounded with beautiful tall forestry surrounding all natural beauty wild life the qualities of airs it’s like sleeping on a cloud also toward rural side and communities surrounded by the ocean and beaches are top notch natural , green lifestyle affordable and peaceful tranquilities peace of mind !
@@duplex88 ok, stay in canada . slave.
Thank you Jim! Enjoy your retirement in Cambodia 🇰🇭
I like his attitude 1600 a month is living his best life. Change is good. It gives you a new lease on life. I look forward to retiring in the Philippines or Cambodia. I’m planning on a trip to the Philippines at the end of the year to check it out
Are you going alone ?
@@billyclone4289 I’m going on vacation I can’t retire there for five or six years. So I’m going to check it out.
@@Adam-ty7sz Well enjoy your visit i was there for 1 month and fell in love with the place so much to see and 99 percent of the people i met were very friendly .
@@billyclone4289 That’s awesome. I can’t wait to see it .Glad you had a good time. Friendly people are always good. I could use some of that.
pH is a dump
Good info. Thanks for sharing!
Great investigative interview. CNN calls it wants its star reporter back.
Fake news CNN
I agree only listen to people who have lived there and are giving their advice .I ignore and delete the click bait sensationalists who visit for a few days and talk pish
I do the same with those "experts" who do the same in the Philippines..
Wow, it's good to know and once I retire will move to Cambodia Thank you for sharing. Wishing you good health and stay safe.
Congratulations, a great video. It conveys the real daily lives of ordinary people. I wanted to ask you a question about medical insurance, if it is possible, and is it convenient to buy it in Cambodia???
Great video. Jim is a standup guy. It is glad to know you can be happy living off SS and get so much Western food within walking distance in Cambodia. Very refreshing. I also would add that I would check the health insurance policy since it is probably only valid for vacation stays. I am sure there are better options out there if you look. I am a US expat retired in Thailand.
Thank you Ryan, I will check with Canadia Bank.
So nice country, and have a good place for the eat ,i like it. thank you .i ❤
We have thousands of restaurants in Phnom Penh. You just need money.
I'm glad this video did well!
Great sharing experience. Thank you so much and enjoy living in Cambodia 🇰🇭
Having visited earlier this year and falling in love with the place, I would seriously consider retiring there. It's something I don't have to immediately worry about, but will give it serious thought within 10 years. I must admit the only thing that scares me is if I get sick, or end up with a chronic long term condition.
Bingo. That and what happens if you need nursing care and people nearby to make health care decisions for you. Sure, Bangkok isn't far with its excellent private hospitals, but that doesn't replace loved ones who can be trusted. Or God forbid, take over finances if you develop serious memory issues.
Yep! You hit the nail on the head. If you are generally in good health with no pesky American diseases such as Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, then retiring overseas can be a good option. I do not have any diseases, but my body goes in and out of "perfection" if you want to call it that...hehehe. As you age, there are just bad days and it's nice to have access to the Western medicine here. I could probably get used to overseas healthcare, but as you say......have one major illness fall upon you, your retirement in Cambodia comes to a quick end. And I think the one thing "Jim" is just flat out in denial about is the fact that he appears to be on his own. What will happen when his wits are not all there? It is bound to happen eventually that your mental acumen will begin to deteriorate and then what? I can't imagine trusting my life, my finances and health up to some stranger because I will not have any family in Cambodia.
@@TheStoneWhispereri don't think something like that would normally happen overnight. Obviously, there's a risk if you have a sudden serious illness. But you have to think positively and do everything you can to stay healthy, which he seems to be doing.
Fear of the unknown prevents many people from fulfilling their dreams. We are not in control of what "might" happen. Plan for all eventualities. Take out a health care policy or save enough for an "emergency fund" if the worse should ever happen. At the end of the day any one of us could drop dead this very minute. Live life as if its your'e last day.
@@stevenhull5025 I decided in my early 30s to become an expat in East Asia and lived there for nearly a decade. That was a measured risk that made a lot of sense to me at the time. I suppose if you have no one and nothing to lose, and you are ready to punch your ticket at any minute, then moving to Cambodia old and alone makes some kind of sense. Nothing wrong with that of course if so. Personally, I'd rather spend my last days closer to those who know and love me to the extent possible.
Great video, great info.
love this alot. Would love to see more of it if possible. It' would also be nice to see young vs old and family vs single experience of retiree or ex-pat as well to see different perspectives
I like that idea. It's difficult to find people willing to talk on camera though.
Jim looks GREAT! I thought he was in his early sixties. He has great posture, a gorgeous gait and beautiful skin. Health is definitely wealth. Good for him. Very interesting video. I hope you do some more videos like this one.
Great video ❤ thanks Jim for your information of living in PP. I would like to contact him, but dont know how ?
Thank you both, I am ready for Cambodia ! Was in Thailand 7 years now back in States. Very nice man in video sharing knowledge much appreciated.
Hi Ryan. Great video! Did Jim offer any more information about the insurance that covers $50K while outside the USA? This information would be helpful to us and many of your subscribers. Thanks so much. Keep up the good work!
Some Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans will supposedly reimburse for up to $50,000 for an emergency. But I think there are time limits for being away from the states. And given the distances, don't think Medicare is practical coverage for an expat in Cambodia. In effect, he's self-insured. Nor does Cambodia have a good reputation for healthcare. Probably want to go to Thailand for something major.
Very interesting content, and very well done. I'm impressed, this made for good viewing, which is getting harder to find, so I enjoyed this video a lot. Cheers, from West Wales, UK :-)
I am retiring by the end of August. I literally could go by mid July but I am on a piece of cake job right now. I’m a heavy equipment operator. I’m going to finish out until August waiting for hours to transfer from the contractor to my labor union.
Just my way of making doubly sure that the hours have transferred by waiting until August.
Plus, I’m working with a great bunch of people!
I’m planning on visiting Cambodia. That’s all I planned on is visiting now. I will have my eyes wide open looking at what kind of lifestyle I could have in Cambodia for sure. Thanks for the video. That looks perfect shopping and surviving. I would love to see where he swims every day?
I’m definitely going to be just like him I could shed 30 pounds in six months in a heartbeat and back down weight. Since I’m an equipment operator I do a lot of sitting so I’m about 40 pounds overweight. Can’t wait to eat food and sweat it out! And get a good massage on this sore back on a regular basis at an affordable price!!! a great video. I’d like to see more. Subscribing now.
Your microphone sounds really good while you are on your Motorbike. I like how you rigged it to work for you
My ex wife. My ex mother in law. Divorce me. I divorce because my mother in laws from hell. You get it. Guys. I live in Phnom Penh I love it. Is good live. The problem I having in PP IS too many poor people’s. Is difficult to watch it. But … I love Cambodia. And the Khmer people’s. They are very nice. Cambodia help me a lot after my messy divorce. Was difficult for me the first 2 years. Now I ok. Love Cambodia.
Glad to hear you've recovered. A divorce isn't an easy thing to go through. Cheers 🍻
Been through the divorce, also...and yes, I want to live in Cambodia...beautiful country, lovely people. I'm going back to Cambodia as soon as possible.
I hear you.
nice recovery story. you’re restored
You'll survive for sure.
Thanks Jim for adviseert .
Great video
Just got crown in US for $2k
Great info. I now have another place I can retire to. I will do some some research ...
Great video 👍
Warning…. This guy MUST check the fine print on his $50,000 health insurance policy. He isn’t technically travelling. He is temporary resident and that is not permitted
Yep that's pretty much what I said in another comment. Gonna be a real bad day when he finally tries to make a claim and gets rejected
I wish he would have went into more detail about that health insurance policy.
I was thinking the same. It sounds like he's paying for his medical needs out of pocket. That's OK for seeing the doctor for incidental stuff and picking up an inexpensive Rx. For something major, he'll probably have issues.
And unlike in the USA these other countries don't have to treat you if you don't have the money or insurance coverage
@@lookitskazzy No big deal since he can get coverage in Cambodia. He has to do what is needed, but he can buy himself health insurance.
Great interview!
Please make a video about country living in Cambodia.
I was looking at Cambodia and or Vietnam for my retirement. But I ended up choosing Sicily instead. ps…. Phnom Penh is one of my favorite cities.
What did you like about Sicily compared to those other places? Have you already moved there?
Great video. Very informative. Thanks for posting.
Great info
Living in the city everything is 15 minutes away, fantastic!
This has my interest, and would like to ask - how’s the general hygiene situation overall? Water quality, fresh food availability, etc? I’m collecting SS now but still quite active.
how absolutely awful - endless noise to go with the 24/7 life style - No nature and greenery in all of that vid... as for the air quality..............
This gentleman is welcome in Cambodia because his social security represents positive income for the country. His present, expat status depends on the stability and the value of the USD. This is a variable that needs to be considered
USD is used in Cambodia, so no worry but you can also convert in local Riels for small expenses
So interesting. I had no idea...Thanks for this...cheers from the wet coast of Canada..
the access to services including medical specialists, surgeons etc a massive factor often glossed over.
Positively or negatively? My adopted Vietnamese brother says he doesn't trust the Vietnamese medical system at all, and he has plenty of money. Do you -- or why do you -- trust an even less developed country more?
if medical treatment is a concern, Thailand is far better than Cambodia. I've got three of the best hospitals in Thailand (Bumrungrad, Samitivej, and Sukhumvit) all within 25 minutes of my apartment in Bangkok. Samitivej is my favourite, but use Sukhumvit mostly because it's cheaper. Avoid Bumrungrad because it's just way too expensive.
@@JJJJ-gl2uf I spent a lot of time in Thailand and I agree on the medical services...really 1st class and no bullsht like one gets in some cities in the USA. NYC was a nightmare.
I don't know the cost of Thailand now and I have heard that the visa deal is not the way it used to be, : leaving for Penang every 3 months and returning with another 3 month visa. The Thai government is protecting the country from the Chinese.
Good info just what I needed to hear thank you!