Growing up in QC my parents and grandparents always encourage me dream big.. Its nice to live in United States Of America and we are very blessed this great nation give us foundation for our future retirement plans and i am greatful....BORN FILIPINO , PROUD AMERICAN...GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES.
@ezernachon4954
2 ай бұрын
Absolutely Agree a great nation. USA gives us hopes equality and pursuit of happiness..
@feltorres4807
2 ай бұрын
True🙏🙏🙏Proud American and also Proud Born Filipino!❤️I love America and I love Philippines 😘👍
@donniedelarosa425
2 ай бұрын
I was born and raised in in the Philippines and love my country of birth. But the US gave me and my family so much that I love her just the same🇵🇭🇺🇸
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
We are blessed to have 2 countries transform us into what we've become. Thanks for watching.
@LaniesKitchen
2 ай бұрын
Likewise from MA here 🇺🇸
@theskinnypot
2 ай бұрын
We are preparing to retire in the Philippines, too. Kahit maraming comforts sa USA, iba pa rin ang happiness sa Pinas.
@artcapp36
2 ай бұрын
Can you stay more than 6 months in Philippines
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Exactly how I feel..Thanks for watching.
@johnp2909
2 ай бұрын
Ill retire by the end of the year. Split ko lang time ko between pinas and Cali. Enjoy there relax here 😂
@essentiellesonlineshop
2 ай бұрын
Good luck po
@janeaquino2781
2 ай бұрын
Good luck and God bless po...i suggest put solar,so that you enjoy free electricty,then buy electric car here...My hubby retired @ work @49 y/o,me at 34y/o...enjoying life in pinas.Praise be to God.
@janice8523
2 ай бұрын
Hi, hopefully I will be retiring in 8 years when I turn 60…I’ve been living and working in New York as a nurse for 30 years now… im planning to retire in Vegas, where taxes are less and life is more laid back..I have nothing to return to in the Philippines..I have a few friends, but that’s it..I’m single and my only son is here with me in the US..I will go visit the Philippines once in a while, but my life is really now here in the US, and I’m happy with that!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
We all should retire where we will find peace and joy. Our hearts know where that place is. My best to you! Thanks for watching!
@sjfrancis8018
2 ай бұрын
It's a case to case basis. Yes, it varies from our experiences. You are all correct because there is truth in what each person have been through. Some people can dismiss the kabastusan ng mga pinoys on the road. And the never-ending road repairs that really do not need repair. Then some pinoys are masochists, they love experiencing the pain of bureaucracy, slow justice system, the outright stupidity of pinoys in playing karaokes, videokes, sound system with scant regard to people sleeping at midnight. Pure rudeness and even clueless. Oh, the chaos in Avenida and EDSA. It is hell. Pinoys are racists too. We have low impression of the other pinoy's ethnicity. Kapampangans look down on Tagalogs, the latter look down on... Name it. In Visayas Cebuanos look down on... Well, you think only Americans are racists? In the US, of course, there problems are... Name it. In Ph, government employees, when you process documents, will give you the back and forth. Slow slow slow. And you can see these employees enjoying the kakanin delivered by vendors as ordinary pinoys languish in the waiting area wondering when their papers will be handed to them. So, to each his own, it would just depend on problems your personality can take. I wish the best wherever your heart may find the serenity and love. Good luck to all.
@pinoyRN67
2 ай бұрын
my co worker nurse LPN i asked her if she plan to retire in the Philippines, she said:” nope Healthcare over there sucks !”
@KoKo-gu3dh
2 ай бұрын
We retired in the Philippines 30 years ago we are so enjoying ourselves here forever!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
awww...that's so amazing! love that! Thanks for watching.
@pinoyRN67
2 ай бұрын
nobody lives forever 😅
@janscriptz1049
2 ай бұрын
I ❤ libraries & galleries din po sa states. If I were to retire sa pinas I'd miss the assurance/security of being able to call 911 & have a police officer, ambulance, fireman come help me, fast. It saved me a couple of times & I'm still so grateful.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I agree. The 911 emergency service here is amazing. Thanks for watching💜💙
@Guzman_Family_Vlogs
2 ай бұрын
Definitely Costco, Hassle free returns sa store, and will add Amazon! 😊. 7 mins of full pack infos at pinaghirapang vid and editing.. Thanks for sharing te Gi 👍
@robocop581
Ай бұрын
S&R and Landers. Just saying
@juliecivitares8733
2 ай бұрын
Hi Gigi, It's Ate Julie, Wow! Congratulations on your KZitem channel. Ningning told me yesterday about you, so I search - enjoyed watching your channel. I'll follow you & will be watching your posts. Love and best regards to all.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
OMG!! Ate Julie!!! Hello! Thank you for watching ha. Paki sabi din kay Ate Ningning. Much love to all. We miss you!
@KingRat71
Ай бұрын
What will I miss? Public trash cans, tap water i can drink, beautiful autumns, college football, highways, good pizza, good hotdogs, the tremendous variety of restaurants we have here.
@sheytabernero
2 ай бұрын
Wow! All clips are soo good to watch.
@angelicar7737
2 ай бұрын
Hi, i love the tone of your voice, so calm and soothing na pakingan. Ang galing mo din kumuha nang video. I agree sa mga opinion mo. I have 10 more years and have the same plan as yours. Keep posting your journey kahit Nasa pinas ka na. Thank you❤
@JuanMoreno-wo5yb
2 ай бұрын
I couldn’t understand half of what she said, was that Tagalog that I was listening to someone teaching this morning? ❤
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! And my best to you!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That's Taglish. Thanks for watching even if you didn't understand half of what I said. 🙂
@familyoffive5212
2 ай бұрын
Love this vlog. Im far away from retiring but good to know that IM not alone thinking of going back in the Philippines. Most of my friends don’t even consider it.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
From the comments alone, seems like there's a lot of us. 😊 Thanks for watching!!
@bella4644
2 ай бұрын
Also, the U.S. mail system is pretty prompt and smooth in general. I like that there are different couriers to choose from to ship a package with varied pricing and delivery time. It's not perfect because delays or a lost package can happen, but overall, it's good.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That's true. USPS is still reliable. In the Philippines, I don't foresee myself using the Phil postal system as much, if at all. Thanks for watching.
@phillyboylaboy
24 күн бұрын
i use lala move in the Phils.
@noelpfa
2 ай бұрын
I recently retired to the Philippines after living 50 years in the USA. I settled here because my retirement money goes a lot further. Imagine $1000 is more than enough for one person on a monthly basis, its why I can afford to go Business class everytime I go back to the the USA for a vacation. It also helps that i'm considered a senior citizen cause you get a big discount in restaurants, you get to watch movies for free and you get to go to the front of any line, seniors are the priority. I've only lived here for 1.5 years now and have assimilated to the culture and way of life. The only thing that makes my blood boil is the lack of discipline with regards to the driving here especialyy those pesky motorcycle riders.
@PinoyZo1
2 ай бұрын
Completely agree with you, it’s like they give anyone a drivers license in the Philippines 😂, motorcycles be driving in side walks and not thinking of the people walking.
@JunRoss-pp3mv
2 ай бұрын
@@PinoyZo1 They don't know the law & rules cuz the majority just buy their license.
@AuralioCabal-nl8gi
2 ай бұрын
The Phil has many challenges, more than you mentioned, for me I would prefer the Philippines as it has fresh produce in abundancedepending on where you relocate, Just bought a piece of Paradise in Mindanao ?.Love 🇨🇦 but Philippines is special.
@hermanhernandez9346
Ай бұрын
Im planning to retire there too - ask ko langv- ano options for medical insurance?
@AuralioCabal-nl8gi
Ай бұрын
@@hermanhernandez9346 You c an get Phil Health, and get private insurance health coverage as well, a retired friend got confined for 3 nites for blood test and other things as she was not feeling well , total cost was 40,000 Pesos but Phil Health covered most of the bill she had to pay 8,000 out of pocket plus medication/ prescriptions.
@rockyporter5904
Ай бұрын
good luck to you. america is just super convenient in a lot of ways. enjoy your retirement in the phils.
@JKbaby222
2 ай бұрын
What ive realized living in the us. Kahit saan walanh perfect country even here in the us so much better to go back home sa pinas mas panatag ang loob comfortable after makapag ipon and invests and the thing is mas maeenjoy pinaghirapang pera kasi mas malaki ang value from usd to php. Just my opinion i dont want to be in the us forever rat race dito and madami ding imperfections so why not embrace the imperfections of ur own country ganun din naman in diff ways lang.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That is so true. Wala namang perfect place. We can only follow what we feel is best for our circumstances. Thanks for watching!
@JunRoss-pp3mv
2 ай бұрын
Not perfect but healthcare sucks. Questionable medical knowledge specially in the provinces. Make sure you have at least $30K for each person in case you need major surgery. Insurance for 70 yrs old is around $400 a month per person with limited coverage & goes up as you aged. Crowded, traffic is horrendous, Lot of red tapes, inconveniences, electricity is the highest in Asia, Imported items are double or triple the price & more.
@DIVIvestor
2 ай бұрын
@@JunRoss-pp3mv That's the most important thing to consider prior to deciding in moving back to the Philippines, HEALTHCARE. Hende naman sa pag down sa atin bayan pero pagdating sa processo sa ospital o alin man bagay ay hende pa rin nabago yon mabagal na processo due to complicated bureaucratic system. Also, I noticed sa atin mga kababayan na most don't "think outside the box" to facilitate a task, instead rely on the sequence listed in their requirements, prior to proceeding to a next task.
@SmilingPoppyFlowers-wt9gt
Ай бұрын
Agree
@denniszenanywhere
2 ай бұрын
I admire Filipinos who can retire in the Philippines. For me, it's too hot and humid to live there. Some relatives came back to the States, as they could not handle the heat etc. One retired in Florida as it might be hot in Florida too but at least he said he could afford AC. Something too expensive in PH.
@jeffandmaila
2 ай бұрын
Same here, I am not used to the heat and humidity anymore. We live in Colorado and enjoy the big open space. Most places in the Philippines tend to be very crowded.
@PinoyZo1
2 ай бұрын
AC in Philippines is like 64k pesos which is around 1.2k USD and most stores include free delivery as well as installation. The price per month I have it running all day is SO MUCH cheaper than paying what I be paying in the US. There’s no way they couldn’t afford a AC in Philippines. Lol
@denniszenanywhere
2 ай бұрын
@@PinoyZo1 $1.2 k? that’s crazy expensive. My relatives in Florida have never gone beyond $400 monthly.
@PinoyZo1
2 ай бұрын
@@denniszenanywhere 1.2k USD would be for the super name brands like Samsung/LG split inverters. You can technically buy cheaper and it will be around $600-400 if you want. Electricity for running all day as well as TV/computer I never went up over $40 per month.
@LaniesKitchen
2 ай бұрын
Me too I can’t take the humidity there too specially I got use to the winter, spring and fall seasons.. hindi ko na kaya ang kainit sa atin
@nosum223
2 ай бұрын
Your home is where your heart is. It’s not the place, it’s the people close to your heart’s desire.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Amen. Thanks for watching.
@lindashaha4833
2 ай бұрын
Agree 💯
@JacquelineMisajon
2 ай бұрын
Hi ate G. I enjoyed watching your channel . I’m Working 32 years as RN in Australia and also planning for my retirement. Thank you for sharing your story 😊
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank YOU for watching!
@Guzman_Family_Vlogs
2 ай бұрын
Waiting for this hihi… First comment pa ata 😅. Happy Weekend ate Gi!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Kayo ang first! Super ❤️! Salamat!
@lettyleggett4876
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts I wish you all the best for your future and your next journey in the Philippines
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@cristinagreene2142
2 ай бұрын
Good luck. Don’t forget to check how to get a healthcare insurance when you get there.
@littlesusieofficial
2 ай бұрын
Oh, you're definitely going to miss A LOT!! I only got to live there for a couple of years during the 80's and there's not a day that goes by that I don't miss living in the US. Simple and yet peaceful. Hardly surrounding toxicity. That's why I still go back from time to time every chance I get. People saying that's it's more happy to live in the Philippines, haven't really found true happiness. Happiness comes from within. Happiness DOES NOT depend on the place you're staying at or the people around you (whether family or friends).
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Totally agree! If we have joy in our hearts, no matter where we are, no matter what the conditions may be, we will be happy. Thanks for watching.
@emeritaloreleitapia2284
2 ай бұрын
As for the airconditioning units, we have inverter types acs, so when its too hot you can have it turned on even the whole day.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Yes, I've heard of those energy saving inverters. Is that "only in the Philippines"?
@curlyfurpuppyltd8817
2 ай бұрын
To each his own. What matters to some may not matter at all to others. Wishing you a fulfilling retirement.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the well wishes!
@estrel2894
2 ай бұрын
Hi, we are also from the Bay Area and starting the "Meet and Greet" stage of our retirement (?) in the Phils. All I can say to both of you is...have patience, lots and lots of patience, and the way things are done in the Phils, my mindset is somewhat "It is what it is" 🙂. Best of luck and welcome back to our home country.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I guess it doesn't frustate us as much when it is the expectation. Agree. It is what it is. Thanks for watching.
@lakbaypalaboy7505
2 ай бұрын
It's a happy day as always you have great upload, always watching your videos, keep safe, sending my full support..
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for your support 💚🙂💙
@joelburila6486
2 ай бұрын
Hello there Ati Gi! New subscriber from San Diego, You tuber din kami ni Mrs. Pero more in me ang mga technical, Bilib ako sa lahat ng mga technical work, from editing, music background and camera placement👏👏 same vision tayo, Retired sa Phil. while we are still healthy and able to walk around.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Salamat po! I try my best. Ganyan nga, habang malakas pa tayo, at kaya na naman, puede na tayong mag retire sa atin. Thanks for watching!!
@BuiltToLastVlog
2 ай бұрын
Kami naman, Ate Gi. Nagsisimula pa lang ang buhay Amerika… L-visa kami and just came 3 mos. ago. Godspeed sa pagbabalik mo po ng Pinas!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Enjoy your journey in the States. You will love it. It have given countless Filipinos a chance at a better life, or second chances. My best to you. Thanks for watching.
@mailadagdag8905
2 ай бұрын
I am new subscribers po I love the way na in details po ang vlog ninyo at exited for the nxt episode na🤗
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
aww..! thanks, that's so good to hear. trying my best to give you quality videos to watch para di sayang oras nyo. Thanks for watching.
@zenaidastovall7211
2 ай бұрын
yes you are right about that ! 50 yrs here in east bay cali. not to mention, we have a clean air too and its a lot different to pinas.😊
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Wow! 50 years! My best to you. Thanks for watching.
@IrmaAbare
2 ай бұрын
Love your channel, and nakaabang na ako sa new upload mo. Thanks , andito ako now sa Cavite at babalik na din ako sa June, kc nagbakasyon ako at four months na ako dito. Sinundan ko channel mo para lalo ako magkaruon ng mga idea sa mga gagawin ko if ever na mag settle na ako permanently dito sa Pinas. Simple life lang ang gusto, malapit sa dagat at sa mga bukid. Masaya ako ngayon dito pero namiss ko din hubby ko kc nag iisa sya ngayon sa US, pero ayaw nya kc dito sa Pinas. Sana mapagbago ko isip nya na dito na lang kami.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
4 months ka sa atin?! wow! sarap! Uwi ka na, I'm sure miss ka din ni hubby. Thanks for watching.
@Happywife226
2 ай бұрын
You’re right with all those things to be missed in America. Good luck to your Philippine life. For sure masaya din naman sa pinas lalo na with family and friends.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
i'm sure. life is what we make it. thanks for watching!
@arlu7988
2 ай бұрын
Ate Gi! I enjoy watching your channel. Panalo story telling. My wife and I have 10 more years to go to retire. We are still undecided if we are to retire sa Philippines. So pls. continue building this chanel even pag retire na kayo sa Philippines. 🙂
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
💛💚 Enjoy your journey in the States. And kahit saan kayo mag-retire, basta together kayo, that's the most important thing. Thanks for watching!
@rebeccasantos3652
21 күн бұрын
New subcriber po. ❤❤❤
@majanice
2 ай бұрын
thank you po for your vlog very informative and gives us choices where to retire. Would love to retire in the Philippines in the future too.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I realize from the comments na marami din palang katulad natin who want to retire sa atin. Thanks for watching.
@DIVIvestor
2 ай бұрын
Why would you retire in the Philippines if you're doing good & fully assimilated in the states? Well, it seems you're in CA where the standard of living is so high & the politics became toxic & unbearable, but there are other places in the states like in the east (FL) or south TX) that are more retirees-friendly, particularly giving more "value" with your retirement funds. I'm not saying our homeland is bad to retire but I just can't imagine going back & start all over again. Moreover, the weather & pollution in the Philippines why I reconsidered to just stay put in the states ..just my 2 cents :)
@albathoughtsofficial
2 ай бұрын
I retired from the same area as Ate, and moved to Makati 5 years ago. I would say the #1 reason was stress. Life in the US is very stressful, even if you have money and live in the SF Bday area. There is constant micro aggression and occasional outright racism. Life in the Philippines, again if you have some money, is much less stressful and joyful. No arguments in the parking lot and running every day errands like grocery shopping, going to the bank, dental office, cafes, etc. is much less stressful. The level of service in the Philippines is much higher, and no one is demanding a 25 to 30% tip from you. When you go to the grocery store in the Philippines, one or two young men will be happy to help you box up your purchases and then carry them for you to your car or even to your condo! It's amazing...no way that ever happens in the Bay area.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your input. I value what every comment bring here. Thanks for watching.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
It's our Filipino culture to be helpful all the time. Kaya nga Filipinos are known to be good, compassionate workers. That's the Pinoy at heart. Despite the cons, i think there's better quality of life sa atin. Thanks for watching.
@wildorchids3657
2 ай бұрын
They miss the organized chaos in the Philippines.
@Francis.Rivers
2 ай бұрын
Politics.? Lol. politics has nothing to do about where they want to retire. Living in the US is stressful. Also there’s no place like home.
@nadineramos9839
2 ай бұрын
Good story teller , enjoyed it 👍
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@paulwoods3214
2 ай бұрын
Well done. All good points to consider.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@chaimojar949
2 ай бұрын
Wow love your vlog po, and you have a soothing voice /tone. Looking forward po your retirement vlog po. Take care po .
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Salamat! Ingat din kayo 💙💜
@yayarea6326
2 ай бұрын
The best parin sa US mag retire.
@angel91485
2 ай бұрын
how'd you know, yes while you are strong. but I know Filipinos in the nursing home, visited by their kids or siblings once or twice a year, that's not living anymore.
@artcapp36
2 ай бұрын
You don’t know what your saying
@artcapp36
2 ай бұрын
Why don’t you ask the video owner about it
@urjealousguy
2 ай бұрын
I’ve lived in the US since 1986. In my opinion, if you have the money mas masarap mag retire sa Phils. I’m 61 now, next year I’ll retire. Balik Pinas na to retire.
@michelleintheboondocks
2 ай бұрын
I enjoy watching your video.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@sunnygord8356
2 ай бұрын
New subscriber here. Ganda ng quality ng videos at very articulate si ma'am. excited na ko mag US kami. Currently, nasa UK kami ng wife and daughter ko. Sana maachieve namin goals namin sa U.S at makapagretire sa US.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Salamat po ❤️ My best to your US journey. I have only gratitude to the U.S. it has given us so much. Im sure you will experience the same. Thanks for watching!!
@ady_mariano
2 ай бұрын
Planning to retire next year as well. Nice blog!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. My best to you on your retirement.
@ChristinVelasquez
2 ай бұрын
Hi Gi. New sub here, just discovered your channel. It showed on my recommendations I didn't know you're doing vlogs pala. I'm really enjoying your videos. I'm from 4-green pala, I don't know if you'll remember me.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Of course, I remember you, Christine! Thanks for subscribing!! ❤️
@cranstonresort
2 ай бұрын
hello po 1st time in your channel :)
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Hello 😊 Thanks for dropping by!
@BuhayTate2024
Ай бұрын
ang galing ng pagkagawa ng video,,... parang pro na pro.. ang galing din ng voice over nya..
@tandersTRAVELS
2 ай бұрын
Good luck with that ...I tried staying sa atin for good for a year but it did not work out well for me so I'm back in the States. Maybe it will be different for you
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I hope that it will be different. Thanks for watching.
@janjaylangelo4
2 ай бұрын
Gi I am enjoying your videos. I have the same situation, SC base, nurse, 20+ years. Just came back visiting the Philippines 1 week ago. While there, hubby and I decided to retire which is a change from our prior plan to stay in the US. Plan is 4-5 years from now, just in time for my youngest to graduate from college. I get emotional with your videos, lol. Feeling senti. Anyways, been planning now...how to spread out our retirement funds to avoid taxes and of course planning to build just a small house that will be comfortable and functional until we are very old. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Yes, strategize on those retirement funds to minimize taxes. My best to you. Thanks for watching my videos!!
@geraldaguila4374
2 ай бұрын
Ako mami miss ko yung four seasons (winter,spring,summer at fall)
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
ang favorite ko, spring! Like now 💚. Thanks for watching.
@sheilaross1016
2 ай бұрын
I like your blogs thanks for sharing.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
…and thanks for watching ❤️💙
@vjii30
2 ай бұрын
Hi Ate Gi! New subscriber here in Toronto Canada. Kmi din excited na mag retire sa Pinas. By 2026 mag reretire na ang husband ko so ako semi retire narin that time. I love watching your vlogs, i love listening your soothing voice and topics are very entertaining. Good luck and enjoy the retirement soon.😍
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Aww..! I'm glad you're enjoyng the vlogs. Lapit na kayong umuwi!! sarap! Thanks for watching.
@sweetpeareese5364
27 күн бұрын
I love your vlog..who edit your videos? It’s so cool!
@official_ate_gi_channel
27 күн бұрын
Hi! I film and edit the videos myself. I’m glad you like them. Thanks for watching!
@christinebarrientos3538
2 ай бұрын
Hi po! New subscribers po from Winnipeg, Canada. Inspiring po ang vlog nyo.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Salamat for subscribing! Thanks for watching.
@Joeladgra
Ай бұрын
We tested the water there and retired early and lasted 2 years in 2015. Aging with the need for quick, adequate and affordable medical treatment made us go back to the States. Pneumonia hospitalization there for 2 weeks was almost $20,000 in US dollars. Our nextdoor Neighbor was going through kidney dialysis and was paying $400 dollars per session weekly (21,000 php) to a point he no longer can afford it. It would have been possible if we were much younger but as we aged, we knew we had to be in the U.S.
@janjaylangelo4
2 ай бұрын
Same with homedepot and lowes with 1 year warranty for plants. Keep your receipts though.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Kakatuwa ang return policy nila, no? Thanks for watching!
@tagaprobinsyaako4491
Ай бұрын
Very True same here
@BigD481
2 ай бұрын
What i will miss things ? like drive thru banks, drive thru food places, drive thru pharmacies , drive thru almost everything. You can use apps to make a dri appt, med test results etc.
@AL-vw7kx
2 ай бұрын
I myself live d2o po sa states Minnesota for 4 decades since childhood...I never had the urge of going on vacation on other states pero na ka punta din ako sa mga outskirts of other states from here, I lived in a simple life..from grade school, high school to college .. hindi ako materialistic pero enough to get by of my needs. sa pag tipid may ipon din .. I can't see myself living here being a senior citizen.. malapit darating before retirement ko.. uuwi din ako.. build a small concret house wihit grid solar panel and water tank (vital necessities) at since lumaki ako in the cities.. I prefer in the province either by the ocean .. La Union.. o maybe lang sa a little cold climate Bagiou.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
You seem to have your plans set up. My best to you! Thanks for watching.
@evelyndennis9199
2 ай бұрын
I love 😍 love your show.. I have been here for 37 in California. We are planning to go back in the Philippines for good. American dream is gone. . 😢😢
@JadeeCee-ty1he
2 ай бұрын
Is it because California, some parts, is going down the toilet with homelessness and crime and high taxes? I loved the Pacific Coast Highway and walking the Golden Gate Bridge when we went for a visit.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
We know in our hearts when it's time to move back, no? Thanks for watching.
@LAXAMAND
2 ай бұрын
Deciding to retire in the Philippines is a very personal decision which requires a lot of thought & preparation. As long as people do their due diligence, whether they retire in the Philippines or in any other country for that matter, will be well prepared. My wife & I decided we will retire in the Philippines back in 2020 & started preparing for it. We are 4 years away from our goal. We will be traveling between Vacaville, CA & Philippines, & we plan to do a lot of traveling as well in Europe & SE Asia. Best of luck to you!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Enjoy retirement, your travels ang being together. My best to you! Thanks for watching!
@donniedelarosa425
2 ай бұрын
Idagdag mo ba rin yung better weather,although umiinit din pero hindi humid at hindi malamok 😊
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That's true! Thanks for watching.
@mylenpimentel5826
28 күн бұрын
I have property in the Philippines but i dont plan to retire there . I still love to live here specially i have formed a life time friends started way back University days in the Philippines and they all live here . I have relatives that are of the same age as me . But the most part I want to be part of the life of my grand children someday . Your video is very relatable . Beautiful editing too . Your narration is soothing to listen to.❤
@official_ate_gi_channel
27 күн бұрын
Thank you so much. My best to you!
@PinayFuzzions
2 ай бұрын
I am looking forward to retiring in the Philippines 🇵🇭
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Let’s do it ❤️❤️
@jetd9716
2 ай бұрын
I just retired here last year after living in the states for 50yrs and we love it here. No, AC cost is not even expensive, I got one running all day downstairs and it cost us about $250 a month during the Summer. I did worst than than living in Arizona. Also, there are so much more food options and delivery services here unlike the states its so far just to get food and Chinese restaurants have generic type food menus, here is a smorgasmorg of China on the plate. We also, like the out doors here and although we live near Manila, we often just take a plane to one of the other islands like Cebu, Palawan and Bohol for vacation. On top of that, any service here is dirt cheap like plumbing, car wash, hair cuts and pet sitting. I even got my own driver too now. Hahahaha!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That's amazing! You are the living the life I want to live when we finally retire. Enjoy each day!! Thanks for watching.
@sjfrancis8018
2 ай бұрын
It's a case to case basis. Yes, it varies from our experiences. You are all correct because there is truth in what each person have been through.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I totally agree. Thanks for watching!!
@nicholasdeguzman4241
2 ай бұрын
Yes po its gonna be different.you just have to accept what Philippines offer.its not for everybody.but for sure money goes far.Goodluck po😇
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Totally aware about our country's kakulangan. I've lived with that before, I can live with it again. Salamat ha!
@ILOCOPINOY
2 ай бұрын
Happy retirement po❤
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Salamat po!
@mariloudegracia1495
2 ай бұрын
Ok lang, wala yata kayong anak & grandkids.. I can’t retire sa PI dahil ma mi Miss ko ang mga anak & very young grandkids ko… Once a month we hang out, creating memories! Priceless! Enjoy your stay sa PI & GOD bless to both of you!!..
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
That is so priceless! I heard being a Lola is better than being a Mama! My best to you!! Thanks for watching!!
@albertdejesus7611
Ай бұрын
So true ❤ Good luck 🍀 to your retirement plans 🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭
@official_ate_gi_channel
28 күн бұрын
thank you!
@lindashaha4833
2 ай бұрын
Agree 💯
@alikabok-es4sx
2 ай бұрын
I will never retire in the Philippines. Visit, yes, but retire completely, nope. Poor infrastructures, the most expensive and inefficient utilities in Southeast Asia, rampant corruption, terrible poverty and inequality, very expensive medical care, non existent judiciary system, very hot and humid. Plus, the coming war between China and Taiwan. Best place to retire in Southeast Asia are Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam. Not the Philippines. What you should do is split your time between the Philippines and the US. And make sure you have a backup plan to leave the Philippines immediately.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Great suggestion! Thank you!
@paengguin9381
2 ай бұрын
I totally agree with your current observations and foresight. It is a matter of when not if China will invade Taiwan. China will do it soon to save face and save their collapsing economy. Always have a plan B or an exit strategy. I retired in Southern California 17 years ago, I am 55 now. Living in SoCal is like living in US & Philippines at the same time without the humidity and inconveniences. I also lived in NorCal for 3 years but it is not for me, boring there compared to SoCal.I can only last up to 3-4 weeks in the Philippines, it is too crazy and hot/humid plus over 20 typhoons a year! I have to go back to SoCal to get my sanity and peace of mind back! It is actually more fun in SoCal than the Philippines! We also have all the authentic Mexican, Filipino, Asian, and other ethnic foods in SoCal. We are close to Mexico and a 45 minute flight away from Vegas. Planned my retirement and totally debt-free and house;/cars are paid off. All of my retirement accounts, precious metals, investments, real estate and superb healthcare are in USA. Now, if I only had SS income, I won't have a choice but to retire in the Philippines. Most(not all) of those who retire in the Philippines, including Americans, retire in Pinas because it is the only place they can afford where cost of living/housing is cheaper.😊
@marvinmayo3798
Ай бұрын
Don't comeback 😂 Philippines dont want you
@anamarietumanday7915
2 ай бұрын
Hi. Been watching your vlogs, they are informative. 😊 l'm working as a nurse here in SF, Ca for two years now, planning to retire in Philippines din po, malayo pa pero need na din paghandaan. Hehe. Sana next content po ay tips on how to prepare for retirement like yung mga pinagpaguran natin na ss at 401k.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
You know, this is a great idea and it may be what my next video will be about. Salamat!! Thanks for watching.
@teresa8363
2 ай бұрын
I will definitely miss shopping and can return if it does not fit right or something is wrong with full refund .
@pinoylv2984
2 ай бұрын
Convenience talaga ang mamimiss ng mga nasanay na tumira sa U.S. pero madali naman tayo maka adapt kaya ok lang yan. If you don't mind po pala ibebenta niyo po ba si Tekla?
@jmdonasc
2 ай бұрын
I can relate.❤
@ambassadoroffaith1018
2 ай бұрын
Tama po yan Social life is very important with Psychological emotional na miss kuna talaga Sa Pinas
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Kaka-miss talaga doon lalo na kung bago ka pa lang dito. Thanks for watching.
@kulutz9565
2 ай бұрын
Idol ko po kayo. Watchung from a fellow nurse sa Canada
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Awww..! Hindi naman ako pang-idol! Pero salamat my nursing peer! My best to you!💚💜
@bxpress6507
2 ай бұрын
Ingat palagi Ate
@AuralioCabal-nl8gi
2 ай бұрын
"There's no place like home",I'm making Tupi, Mindanao my home after 54 years in Canada 🇨🇦 which will give me fond memories!
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Love it! ❤️💜💙
@morrishooks7536
2 ай бұрын
We move back to Philippines from USA in 2015. It has changed a lot. Lot of that stuff you looking for is in BGC or makati. We have S&R are our Costco. Why move back if you miss all that stuff?
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
..because there's a lot more I will miss over there, if I don't go. Thanks for watching.
@abi_verse
2 ай бұрын
new subscriber here nakakatuwa ka po magkwento prang mama ko lng hehe
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
lol! I'm sure pag nag-meet kami ng mommy mo, masarap kwentuhan namin. Thanks for watching.
@N0bull
2 ай бұрын
Watching from Salinas CA 😎👍🏼
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@miriamvalero175
Ай бұрын
I love this!
@official_ate_gi_channel
Ай бұрын
Thanks Chinky💜💙💜
@leonelli7906
Ай бұрын
Sometimes, we need to learn to embrace change because nothing in life is permanent. As we grow older, things change, and we must accept these changes. Material things are temporary and offer only convenience, not lasting happiness.
@official_ate_gi_channel
28 күн бұрын
you are correct.
@roderickr.angaygccinstruct2685
2 ай бұрын
Galing ng mga kuha quality.anyway im here in Guam usa ate Gi,@55 wanna retire too at PI, 45yo me,kayod kayod with some side hustle,more kahig & konte lng tuka but then later goal ko mabaliktad,passive work n lng later kc tatanda din tyo.ok lng kaya p nmn sk may time mngment,i love what im doing,and enjoy planning d future,
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
It's so important that you love what you're doing. Enjoy your journey. Thanks for watching.
@SusanLAX
2 ай бұрын
2 years after retiring in the Philippines....ang na miss ko lang yung weather, Walmart, Costco, Marshalls, outlets...PERO ok lng mas masaya pa rin sa Pinas❤
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
You are missing 5 things. Konti lang! hahaha!! It's more fun in the Philippines talaga! Its the one advertisement by line that rings true. Thanks for watching.
@jinkyjoyvillalobos4673
Ай бұрын
san po k u sa america , safe po ? thank u po andto po me sa ireland pero gusto ko po lumipat sa america
@alextobias1320
2 ай бұрын
Of course the weather,the peoples decipline,Security ,good environment !
@alextobias1320
2 ай бұрын
I try already last 2005 6 months stay in my Condo in Mactan Cebu,grabe ang akala ko makakatipid ako,gumagastos ako ng $15,000 a month hindi pa kasama dyan iyong rent ko ng sasakyan,hindi ko din kaya ang weather sobrang init kaya mapipilitan kang buksan ang Aircon mo,turn off mo na Lang sa magaling araw,tapos On naman ng 10:00 am,ang pagkain walang problema mura at fresh dito sa Cebu pati seafood At seeweeds ,hindi ako kumain ng meat dahil napakaraming dyan sa US, Basta gulay Isda Lang tayo,kaya Balikpapan ako uli sa California, Ang Payo ko Lang sa inyo for Vacation Lang talaga,for stay and permanent No Way! Matagal na ako dito sa US year 1980 pa twenty years old Lang ako oo , ako Born and Raised sa Manila,pero dyan ako sa Cebu bumili ng Condo malapit sa Waterfront every night nasa Casino tayo dahil iyan Lang ang libangan ko,kahit dito sa US. Huag na ninyong I tuloy kong ang binabalak ninyo stay and permanent no way, sanay na tayo dito sa US ng Buhay And environment!
@ImmaDeville
2 ай бұрын
It’ll be “hard” sa first few years of living here. Good thing with us is we can go back and forth from Pinas and US whenever we want:-)
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
It's such a blessing to have that flexibility to go back and forth. Thanks for watching!
@JadeeCee-ty1he
2 ай бұрын
Sa Cebu may mga charging stations that I've seen, Im sure meron din sa ibang lugar sa Philippines.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I'm sure. Siguro hindi lang ganun karami pa. Thanks for watching.
@will12219
2 ай бұрын
Most important of all is you will miss no tollways.
@PinoyZo1
2 ай бұрын
There’s a lot of tollways in Philippines, but you aren’t paying $8-10 to cross one small bridge.
@EvendimataE
2 ай бұрын
oo maluwag nga ang return policy ng costco....kaya madaming umaabuso
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
oo nga, merong ibang inaabuso ang systema. Thanks for watching.
@AWBeng
2 ай бұрын
Napaka dali nga mag return ng binili mo dito sa US. Minsan hindi na nila chinecheck ung item basta scan lang ng scan.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Oo nga. Ganun nga.
@prescillagcon
2 ай бұрын
24 years in the States. I'll miss the beaches of Hawaii I call my backyard for 14 years and my mom and sister, I will miss living next to the mall here in Washington State, the dog friendly park, but what I will not miss living here is the gloomy weather, my body likes the heat and my mental health likes the sun all year round. 10 years is living with SAD I can't do it anymore. 😮💨 Iba pa rin ang mga Pinoy sa Pilipinas, totoo talaga yung it's more fun in the Philippines, It's either move back to Hawaii or go straight to the Philippines. I want my son to go to school in the Philippines and have the filipino values and learn to be fluent in Tagalog.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
I hope your son would consider studying in the Phils. It will also save you a lot of money kasi mas mura sa atin mag college. thanks for watching!
@codelessunlimited7701
Ай бұрын
Tita, sayo ba yung Tesla na laging nakaparada sa harap ng Seafood City?
@official_ate_gi_channel
Ай бұрын
ako yon! 😂
@marielcalasanz9715
Ай бұрын
Well said my dearest♥️🙏🏽see you in Manila soon
@official_ate_gi_channel
Ай бұрын
Mariel E.?
@anniekrann3419
2 ай бұрын
Great sharing of life events and experiences!!! Thats what filipinos are!!! If we could only have a great gov’t im pretty sure our is one of the best among southeast asia country…. Philippines is rich with our ofw who are sending dollars…
@MixedKnotFilAmFamilyTV
2 ай бұрын
We have similar plans. I am still in the process of convincing my husband, who is an American, to retire in the Philippines. He is still a little bit hesitant.
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
It’s understandable why he’s hesitant. I hope he re-considers someday. My best to you. Thanks for watching!!
@teresa8363
2 ай бұрын
Even in Homedepot , you can return plant if it dies .
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
Yes ❤️💙 another viewer made that comment.
@evangelinelanga680
2 ай бұрын
2:45 sa bay side facing SFO airpot
@nursevinyl6185
2 ай бұрын
Hi ate, i will address you as ate, wish you a good luck po. You can always come back and visit the US. My wife and i are still young, my target date of retirement is 55 but not sure if we will retire sa pilipinas. I am only 41 so its still a long way. My wife loved it here though so most likely we are here to stay😅😅😅
@official_ate_gi_channel
2 ай бұрын
We're lucky to have options of retiring in the Philippines or here in the States. Swerte natin, no? Thanks for watching.
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