This guy understands how things are done in the island that's why he is loving his stay in the Phils, I hope others who plan on staying here and build their own dream home follow his advices. He's definitely a positive asset in his community :)

@lynne14344

2 жыл бұрын

i agree

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , taga Cebu/ Poro ko , walu ku ka tuig ( I live in Cebu /Poro for 8 yrs).

@renatzkigab2616

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikemulholland8092 Oh you speak very well of Southern Language congrats!

@dimakonax

Жыл бұрын

Yea we dont need entitled mentality in the PH to ruin it for the rest of the folks that understand shit like you not In America Todo

@MrBabyberto

Жыл бұрын

@@mikemulholland8092 nindot kaayo dha poro sir peaceful man diha ug daghan beautiful beaches.

It just made me smile watching an American very proud of showing his house 🏠 and accomplishments to his Co American. All the RESPECT to you sir 🙏

@bradleymiller7375

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, I think it's too much bragging, only my opinion !

This is like one of the best videos i've seen in the Philippines.. in years! Great job.. by the builder.. and YTuber...

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’m humbled by your compliment. Jake’s team does the video and editing. I merely “ talk too much”😂😂

I really enjoyed watching this video. Definitely appreciated that you took the time understanding “the way of life” or “the way it works” in the Philippines. I’m glad to see a foreign national that is humble and emphatize with locals. My mom does the same thing when we renovated the house, feed the workers well and pay them decent they are happy.

Love the genuineness of this guy's.. 👍 Practicality and at the same time treats himself with what he wants to do and likes to do..

Love the trees around, when the wind blows, the sound of the leaves is very pleasant

Good job in building your house. You can tell he's very proud of his work and it shows on the finished product. He seems like a cool, kind man speaking without any bells and whistles. He'll make good friends in the community.

I like this guy's attitude. Trying to blend in with the locals is the way to go.

Wow, amazing! I'm 58 with no kids, but would love to start a family there! Great inspiration!

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Great place to do that

@brave9801

10 ай бұрын

58 and starting a family in the Philippines? You’re a joke. You don’t the culture and not everything you see in the net is bed of roses. Filipinas are just going to scoop your money as you’re going to feed and her entire village. Stay where you are in the U.S. as your systems is working well for you. Be happy and contented with what you have. I’m a Filipino born and raised in the Philippines. Ive never been happier to be out of a corrupt country . Be well and don’t jump in a “frying pan. “

Very informative. And surprised that he is not an engineer? I like it that he has genuine concern for the hungry people in his community ( one reason for planting banana trees around the house).

@gemmalee3032

Жыл бұрын

When neighbors ask for help and you have no money to give , Filipino folks appreciate fruits or herbal plants from your garden that you give them.

Hello my friend my fellow American. You have earned my respect because you have the right attitude for an American living abroad in any other country. Not just the Philippines. You have love and respect for the Philippines and the Filipino Culture. Also, you have compassion for other people that are not as fortunate as us as Americans. You help and contribute into that community there where you are by bringing work and money and knowledge. You are doing things the right way with great consideration for all others around you. Bravo, bravo, bravo!!! God bless and keep being a great American Ambassador for the American People abroad!

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you for the kind words and encouragement. Mike

Great episode - it‘s a joy to watch Mike explain all the details so proudly… he seems to have it all figured out, enjoying his best life - good for him & his family!

Very interesting and good man. Yes in the islands we mix cement with shovels and build concrete houses. Water is always a problem but we find ways to store water in gallong and use buckets to carry water from somewhere to fill up the gallion to mix cement. God Bless!

So much information from this guy and he really seems like a very down to earth decent human being.

WOW! This video is so educational and informative - thanks for sharing. There wasn’t a single dull moment in this video.

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Your comment and ones like it , have encouraged me to do additional info.

It was a informative to share your story, sir..I was a late bloomer to have a baby. Most retired they want to travel and live a good life. To have a kid again and that was a personal and I think to have a kid it brings joy and new experience.So God bless your kid, and your wife..Please, update about your story..

This is the best video of building a home in the Philippines I have seen to date, by far. In fact, this video is the best video I have watched on life in the Philippines probably, ever. The owner knows his shit and is impressing on his ability to explain the way and why he built his home that way. Maybe one day I will be looking him up for some advice on doing something similar.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words, best wishes in your endeavors

Fantastic video, I admire your kindness, intelligence, and gumption. My lady and I will be building our home in the province soon. We will use much of what we have learned from you and others to build our home and be positive members of our community. Thank you for the tips

I liked when the owner mentioned to feed and give them a little extra sometimes. I remember my dad will cook extra food to feed them and My mom was a teacher so she would give them books for their kids and used clothes. It’s a matter of respect and if u treat them right u will get the same.

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir!

@brobonner

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@ToasterOvens

Жыл бұрын

So true

Loved the tour and advice for thriving in the Philippines.

Hi Mike, I have a different idea of water tank I would like to share with you, since you’re open to sharing some of your ideas, as well. I’m planning to build my water tank on top of the house that will also serve as the roof structure, it’s basically a flat rooftop (graded, of course) that collects rainwater which goes down to the tank below. The house would literally sit below the water tank, if you put it that way. One, it cools down your house significantly since water will insulate the house from the top, as opposed to metal roof. Two, no need of pump as water is feed thru gravity. Three, less expense since there’s no need of metal roof structure, that may also get damaged by typhoons. Four, I can use the rooftop as my viewdeck watching the stars at night. What do you think?

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting, the weight may be a challenge. Water proofing certainly would be critical. I had some “ weeping” as moisture weeper thru the wall of a tank. I drained it cleaned it and reposted it. That’s why I know it’s a tomb inside😊. I think if you poured your roof like another floor and used the slightly sloped roof top to direct your “ roof catchment” to a containment of your choice below, I think you would avoid a lot of potential problems. I like the idea of gravity flow but that’s a lot of engineering and increased structure expense. I do like the way you think though. I have an ocean front lot near my house and I’m trying to design it typhoon proof or as close to it as I can and the roof is my challenge, lots of choices. I have considered a concrete roof deck collection , with solid railing protecting solar panels

@MR.G-N2IT

2 жыл бұрын

So if water Containers are built as a tank and a open top catch on tanks wouldn’t that create a bird habitat in the pond along with algae ? Or will it have a roof / water catch over the tank ?

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

@@MR.G-N2IT I’m considering , on my next project, a slightly sloped roof deck. But I would catch the water n drop it below in a tank.

@MR.G-N2IT

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikemulholland8092 Thanks Mike that sounds like a better idea 💡 than. Concrete tanks on a roof , like AJ was suggested

@NPRNTVChannel

Жыл бұрын

Nice idea! But consider that Phils is along the world’s active fault line. Earthquake is inevitable. So do a complete structural design and waterproof in order not to ruin your dream house.

It's a nice house and He's very proud of it, it shows when he talk. He deserved it he work hard for it

Amazing video.He's better than a PRO. The houses built in the PHILIPPINES are CONCRETE & it's like a FORTRESS ( like my father's house in MANILA) that will last a lifetime. GOD BLESS!

this guy knows a lot about a Filipino way on how to build a house. i like the way he designed the water reservoir

Awesome work good stuff! Thank you for sharing your knowledge etc 🙏

thank you...i am hoping to build my own home in Capiz in the next few years....great advice Mike! Appreciate your honesty

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Best wishes on your project

I appreciate this video and hearing the owner explain everything. He’s very down to earth and a wealth of knowledge 😊

awesome video! my wife is filipina from mindanao and we are working towards building a home in the province and this video was very helpful for some tips and tricks! thank you!

A very thoughtful, caring and empathic homeowner

U you pure very smart full of wisdom to give people who move to the Phillipines your wisdom and kindness travelled far Good on you .

Seems good built you have in this kind of touch styled technique...awesome💖

Ang galing ng pagka diskarte mo sa bahay mo Mike kaya lumabas na napaka Ganda at maayos . I love you for being humble and nice . Nice video !

Great video 📹 thanks been here in the Philippines 🇵🇭 one year now make you right ✅️ what you said 😀 like to do my own building 👷‍♂️ something it's not easy 😉 you can't give up you will get there in the end 😀 good luck with the house 👍 😀

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the well wishes and if I can exchange ideas with you and help, it would be my pleasure.

This video is great and it has a lot of useful information.💖

That’s a nice looking house and big beautiful thank you for sharing

So much knowledge, insight, and appreciation in this video....!

I like the attitude and character of this guy, wish and welcome more these guys in my country.

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate the compliment and the acceptance I get being welcomed here in the philippines

When ever I learn anything I did not know... I will always (at the least) give a thumbs up. I don't know what I was thinking. I didn't even know that - there were Home Depots in the Philippines. I have already retired. I would love to live and build there. I have given much thought to leaving the US. This type video is more than helpful.

@msl8178

2 жыл бұрын

Never to late, come and join us. ✈️🏝🏝🏘.

Great video, very informative!

Congratulation Sir,Your house is beautiful. green sorrounding.Thank you for your kindness to your laborer.😊

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Your welcome

Reminds me of my old ranch house in Florida. Would love to have another one on the beach when I retire in Philippines.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

You can do it sir, if I can you can.

Nice house surrounded by different plants.... really nice comfortable homes... stay forever in your homes..

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Salamat😊👍

Great ! You should have construction business in Philippines,or train Pilipino construction workers. You're a Great Man

Nice house may you live a long long time to enjoy it!

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, very nice of you.😊

Very good design is environment friendly, conserves the water, and is neat looking. Just one comment to whoever is taking the video, it would have been nice to actually see on the video what the guy was pointing at rather than just looking at his face.

Hello guys just across to your channel nice house you did 😍 bye watching from k. S. A.

Wow great. Learning a lot

I enjoyed watching your video. I have subscribed. Good sound advice.

Great ideas and useful.

Man I would hire this guy to build my house over there . Very Well Planed out - knows what is what. 60k - for a cement 4 bed. well Built.

@troublefreeemployees

Жыл бұрын

He’s available for consultation. Due to the overwhelming demand for his services we created a website with a calendar booking form to make it easy to schedule a meeting with him. buyphilippinesrealestate.com/

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter

@BStrick8185

2 ай бұрын

@@mikemulholland8092 Mike, I’m potentially interested in speaking with you and booking a consultation. I’d like to know which island you live on? I’m from the US, Florida to be exact, but I’m looking to invest and live in the PH. I met my wife 14 years ago in America but her grandfather was 100% Filipino, and through my research, I believe she could gain citizenship by lineage potential allowing us to do a project like this.

Impressive!! Great points! Thanks.

houses were build close to the road in the old days because the road used to be narrow roads since only carts or horse carriages pass through. Most people also just walked. So as time went on, the road got wider and houses ended up right up to the road.

@suskagusip1036

Жыл бұрын

This is what happened in our town. There's widening of the roads twice and yes it reduced your property and gues what your house included in it. Fortunately those good oldies we have in my town thought of that way before it happened. Majority of the houses were built way far from the road but it took a big chunks of my dad's property. Now in the city of Iloilo I feel so bad when they built that old airport into a business world and widened the highways. So many, thousands of houses, concrete old ancestral houses were all destroyed to pave for wide highway. There must be resistance and litigations but when the government takes over you get what cheap cost they offer. Great job for Mr. Xpat to think ahead. I grew up when many of our ancestral houses where built during the American eras. My parents and relatives ancestral houses were huge, open double stories in Panay. It was just a huge loss when they all destroyed it for the roads and highways.

Thanks for sharing this home building Online.God bless you all in the Phil.

@mikemulholland8092

6 ай бұрын

Thanks

Great Build!

I enjoyed this video. Thank you!

Gald I found your channel , enjoyed your video, and new sub

This dude knows how to get things done. This General B Contractor from Calif approves. Can’t wait to do same when I get there in June 2024

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

You’ll have a blast creating n dreaming up your project

Hi, they certainly have unique working methods and skills in the Philippines, I’m looking at a plot at the moment. It’s all food for thought. Thx

@troublefreeemployees

2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@usersubscriberSC

Жыл бұрын

Are foreigners now allowed to own a lot/ land?

i agree with you regarding about rate. giving them additional compensation by in-kind instead of money is much better. the extra-money they might pay it for alcohol and eventually fck up the quality of their work. my uncle did sub-contracting for a big public hospital in Davao with the Japanese main contractor about 15 years ago. Weekly and monthly- the main contractor would do awards to individual workers to all sub-contractors. they are giving out appliances and groceries. several excellent workers rely more on the rewards than their salary.

@elvirageronimo4604

2 жыл бұрын

How dare you suggest something illegal, they are not on a barter system. Their hard-earned income is theirs to spend how they please. What do you know about their needs that are more important for their family rather than those damn appliances. They live simply.

@firesome11

2 жыл бұрын

@@elvirageronimo4604 don't be dumb! Watch the video and understand what has been discussed.

@elvirageronimo4604

2 жыл бұрын

@@firesome11 And don't be bloody stupid to give ideas to ppl how to exploit your kababayans, if you are a Filipino.

New subscriber here. Look forward to watching your videos

Nice to see you to see you sharing your ideas

You are a good man! Thank You!

Once I know I will be there I will try to copy this guys work ethics. Great craftsmanship there in PH.

its a nice cozy house plus the area is nice as well , just subscribed!!!

Smart guy..We had an engineer built house constructed in Bohol but it was very simple compared to this one,,I'm impressed..Great job..

Looking good I love the house

This guy built his home right!! He will be an excellent neighbor. I need to get a home built there

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

I know a guy😂😂😂

When I built my house there I had to pour a 800 square foot veranda on the top of my house and we were able to rent or borrow I'm not sure where it came from but a mixer and it took ten guys to haul the thing up the hill because my house was built on the side of a mountain. I built a roughly 3500 square foot five bedroom 4 bathroom house and it only ended up costing me maybe 40 grand. That was back in 2004 so maybe the price of things have gone up since this guy built his house. That was on the island of panai in AKLAN near to Boracay. I enjoy living in the Philippines

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

I’m sure we share a few traits. It sure is an adventure. Sounds like a cool project you took on , much respect to you sir.

Thank you for sharing the beautiful video.

I want to make this man build my dream house, i love how how it turned his own design into a beautiful neat and simple designed house…

I agree with you and as a Filipino, I also have complaints about how close homes to the streets. That has to be changed. You lead that suggestions for others to follow yours.

In the Philippines some houses are so close to roads like you can almost handshake people in their window while you're in a public transportation lol...I'm upset it should be farther away from a road like give some allowance or space between houses and roads.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

I agree, I’m scared for the residents along busy roads

I love tghe qualities of your home parts,cabinets,etc,beautiful,just like in North america

The best house that I see from other blog home build.

i have background in Architecture,and you have excellent ideas,like bathroom settings ,thats better than Canadian builders because i used to do Show homes for home builders here in Province of Manitoba,.Canada,wow

@mikemulholland8092

6 ай бұрын

Thank you

Thanks for sharing Sir. Great idea but you know many houses has water pump we call bomba in Panay. You can just build it any part of your house and fresh water will pour without spending a penny from the water works there. Believe it or not it was the American military showed it to us and perfected it now by Filipinos. I'm planning to go back and retire myself there and rebuild my parents house and turn on the water pump again. You're right we just dug a hole for our garbage disposal and bathroom like the old days in USA. By the way I was gone for 35 years. My brod built a huge resort in the mountains (Amazing view mountain resort). Idk how d heck he was able to bring water to them huge swimming pools on top of the mountains. I saw him with big tanks too but yes he got the modern hot and cold water up there. Must cost tons of pesos but hey I don't ask. We just enjoy swimming 🏊‍♂️ 😀.

This is a great video, thanks

Great insight. Had me rolling, “Shit rolls downhill and payday is Friday”.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I was a young man when first I was told that…. It stuck😂😂

You’re creative man, 👍🏼

The same as me i like arch, I've done that with my house too and thanks to this guy for giving me idea about round veranda

Soil filling in gravel around the grey water leach field isn't normally the biggest issue, it's roots getting into the pipe. Roots can pack a pipe solid. IMO it's best to forget the pipe. A gravel trench is best. Then every 10, 20 years if needed dig out the gravel to clear it if it clogs.

Such a down to earth guy. What a enjoyable video.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks . Thanks for taking the time to throw some love my way. I hope those interested find this helpful and encouraging. Mike

That's what an Island, province house life is, simple but beautiful and nicely strongly built. Your house is your own castle so enjoy it. Your home like this is a lot better than a 850k minimum priced here in the US, I am pretty sure you know how homes are built here with wooden studs and drywall...ugh.. Your house will last a lifetime. Congratulations.

Trouble free employees your really an awsome common sense engineer thinking man i like your vlog make some like this pls

Good job!

This man is smart and hands on. He knows how to balance things.

I like the open concept of your house interior, looks very roomy. Have you thought of formed concrete on your walls as opposed to using hollow blocks? I heard it’s cheaper to build and a lot stronger.

@mikemulholland8092

2 жыл бұрын

Yes , I considered it. However it sounds better than you’ll actually get when doing it. Pinoys “ plaster everything. Even make door jams of concrete. So it just so happens I just talked to a friend a nice Aussie dude who formed n poured , exactly for your same reasons. He said he has learned it’s not their practice so his intent of having practically finished walls when the forms were removed hasn’t materialized.He said he has uneven surfaces and will have to plaster everything anyway. Also remember the hollow blocks are filled with concrete as you go. And you run no utilities inside the blocks. Their is a grid of tied steel( rebar) throughout your blocks. Normal procedure is to form and pour the columns and beams. 1/4 inch good quaulity plywood forms and cheap “ coco lumber” is your form material. Cheap ply won’t survive the reveal and for the price ( about 10 US dollars a 4x8 piece you will be able to use over n over. My water tanks are poured but the blocks are actually the way to go for interior and exterior construction. Lastly , I have learned that a lot of their construction practices are good and useful. Equipment is where we can dramatically change the production.

@Aqualastic

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikemulholland8092 Thanks for the feedback, very informative. Would love to try it anyway with 2 parallel walls, one using form boards and poured, the other with hollow blocks and plastered to see which is cost effective and fast.

@greatzardoz8547

Жыл бұрын

You'd need a concrete vibrator to get air pockets out and strong & smooth finish.

This guy is awesome. He gets it.

Saw a familiar face in the thumbnail of the vid so i clicked on it, nice to see your view of life in Camotes.

Very beautiful home….

This guy have wisdom

I’m building in Samar and I have spent about 30 k Australian dollars and need to spend about the same to finish nice job mate

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man, you and I probably share a few experiences. I’m just honest in my ideas and info. I was and am not trying to set a bar high or low. I wasn’t sure what it would cost , I know I didn’t want to spend more than I needed to get what I wanted. Best wishes on your build my friend.

Wow very nice at the beach , and great price

Your house is so cool ,,,few people there can afford that kind of house

this looks legit thx for sharing

Yes Filipinos want to handwash clothes even if there’s washer. They claim it’s cleaner that way. You’re really a humble and respectful man saying it’s a cultural thing. My mother put the finished laundry of our neighbor in the spin dryer, lots of soap suds came out of the hose.

@mikemulholland8092

Жыл бұрын

Thanks you Tita,mike

True.. There should be a extra ComFort room outside for outsider and dirty kitchen

great video. i love your house.

New sub here great job😀🌴🌴🍺

Informative , articulated very well , nothing beats common sense . Thank you