expat advice

The Five Biggest Mistakes New Foreign Retirees Make in the Philippines

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How patience can save you thousands of dollars—and years of regret. This article is part of the My Philippines Retirement Hub, a collection of practical advice, personal experiences, and hard-earned lessons about retiring and living in the Philippines. Slow Down If I could give every American considering retirement in the Philippines one piece of advice, … Read more

W.I.N.O.S. in the Philippines: Wives In Name Only

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In the Philippines, a woman may have been separated from her husband for years yet still be legally married. Here’s what every foreign man should understand about the surprisingly common “Wife In Name Only” phenomenon.

How to Live Peacefully in the Philippines: The Rules Nobody Writes Down

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Many expats struggle in the Philippines because they try to change it. Here’s what one American retiree learned about avoiding conflict, adapting to Filipino culture, and living a happier life overseas.