I always love seeing your yard James. It’s like a mini golf course with fruit-bearing trees around.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's a labor of love for me.

I appreciate that quick Tagalog lesson. Throw a quick couple seconds in when you can 😁

Great video regarding land etc... Also safety regarding weather and volcanoes. We have a house in a rural area of a smaller province but live in Dumaguete in a rental apt. Good points regarding gated security. Its added security, you need to do your own part.

I think you have covered this subject much better than in the past. Other options that have risk are true, but so does marrying. Your situation is ideal however, and indeed the best way. Great video. Garden and yard looks awesome!

Hi James, during the bahay kubo segment, that was my first time hearing you mentioned Lipa with the correct pronunciation, not once but twice. Enjoy watching your channel. Thanks. Mabuhay.

James and Nessi I love watching your channel and off course your house and yard and the bahay kubo time as well..you doin a phenominal job on your place.. take care guys..

This was so helpful and cool garden. Can’t wait to visit the 🇵🇭

Very good video. I have subscribed and now I am going to binge watch your vids so I can get a better view. THANKS A LOT for making these.

Nice and wholesome bahaykubo "tete-a-tete", very informative and reassuring talks about "normal and simple life" in the Philippines. "Dragons" on the walls catches the mosquitoes

You can buy property ( other then a condo ) in the Philippines. The way it is done, is you create a non-profit corp. It can be for something like "helping to grow a garden information". You then purchase and place the title within the corp. While, you must has a percentage of Filipino ownership, you control the property. You do not need a Filipino wife. This is actually a better way then exposing your asset.

@apolloarguilla8443

4 жыл бұрын

Mark M nice idea! But is there a limit for a Filipino corporation to acquire land? If so, how many hectares?

@sailphi

4 жыл бұрын

The filipino percentage leaves the foreigner as a minority partner. The Filipino ownership has to be at least 60%.

@llothar68

4 жыл бұрын

@@apolloarguilla8443 I hope there is. And i think fake corp is something they can crash on every time they want like they did in Thailand (starting from 2010). All the ones having fake corporations are having huge problems or even last all their land.

@jvierinen

3 жыл бұрын

So is this correct now? sydneypcg.dfa.gov.ph/gen-info/162-land-owning-in-the-phils Former natural-born Filipinos can own property in the Philippines, subject to limitations prescribed by Philippine Republic Act 8179 (residential property up to 1000 square meters of urban land or one hectare of rural land) and Batas Pambansa 185 (business property 5000 square meters of urban land or three hectares of rural land). Philippine real estate law does not allow outright ownership of real property by foreign nationals. Filipinos and former Filipino citizens and Philippine majority owned corporations are permitted to own land, buildings, condominiums and townhouses. Foreign nationals may buy condominiums units in Philippine condos (shares in condominium corporations) as long as not more than 40% of the units in a project are acquired by foreigners (Republic Act 4726, otherwise known as the Condominium Act).

@lamberko

3 жыл бұрын

Foreigners can run - since round about 2019 - a so called OPC (one person coperation) in the Philippines; legal! Not that common 40%/60% crap. In an OPC there is only 1 shareholder (the owner), and that Philippines' law allows that shareholder to be a foreigner. And that OPC is allowed to buy and own land!

Very nice approach of giving your opinion and ideas how you will handle your own security in case a foreigner would want to retire and build a house in the Philippines.

That lizard is called tuko -gecko, that snake is non venomous, but always treat snake as venonous for your own safety.

@bikingitandlikingit7806

4 жыл бұрын

When our house didn't have a ceiling yet and we were occupying it, the lizards would poop and one time is landed a few inches from my head. Yuk! Ceiling moved up in priority to number one. My wife had started the house, and I came thir alone and made a 22X13 foot room for us, but was only in the island for 2 weeks. So we had to stay in the original part while the bedroom was finished. The blizzards eat bugs so that's good.

Hi James. we have been watching your videos since the early days when you did your morning walks at the start of building Villa Feliz....oh how time does fly....anyway here is another one you have inspired.Having taught myself how to design a home and draw house plans and following all your pointers...we bought a piece of land and started on our project here in Davao De Oro.Your friend David is also an inspiration to people like us.Keep well James and Ness.Regards from Jess

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! Good luck and keep us updated!

What a nice place, a dream paradise! Thank you for sharing!

Thanks again.. very interesting topic and beautiful garden..

Love watching it. I was born there in 1951 in Fernando Air base . I live in San Diego now for 47 yrs.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Fe. I bet FAB looks much different now than in the 50's. Sand Diego is beautiful and one of my favorite US locals, mainly for the climate.

you have such beautiful yard James...my dream yard/garden! Love the fine mist idea.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

great show and it wasn't to long .I've learnt so much good info .thanks keep them coming

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the vote of confidence!

love you landscaping, been watching your channel for just a week but love it..lemrey from california

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Trying to look for your latest video regarding prices of lands/lots and a package of a 3 bedroom house and lot preferably a ranch style with not much stairs to go inside. I am from Vacaville California and a senior. It is so amazing to see your videos regarding real estate locations in Lipa. Probably they cost more in Lipa than any other location. We just need a simple house, convenient location close to stores, medical facilities and good school for grandkids, secondary or college.

I am a dual citizen married to an American. But before i became dual,we already ask about the restrictions since like you said,i can only purchased up to a thousand sqm. and thats the reason why i became dual,but without Philippine Passport,only showing my oath pf naturalization proof that i am a dual.Now we can buy more than a thousand sqm and a house and lot...Nice info Sir

@eddierodriguez1534

4 жыл бұрын

Yen Garrard would there be a problem on your US Citizenship when the time comes to RENEW your US Passport? In the renewal form, there is a statement on “ Acts of Conditions” regarding ALLEGIANCE to another COUNTRY, in your case the PHILIPPINES.

God bless you both of you, you have a beautiful garden, and a very nice house. Have a blessed day. Bye

Good informative one again, thank you🥰We really intended to move down down there and my dual got approve right before the day pandemic occurs. We have an easy. Lockdown where we live and still got to go to my job without so much paperwork, still have some plans💕

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

I have just found your channel today and have enjoyed what i have seen, good job. I married a Filipino about 6 months ago. She is from the Talisay / Bacolod area. We are here in South Carolina now. I will be retiring maybe in about 5 to 7 years and we are looking to start an adventure back in the Philippines. Might try to look into property and building there in the next couple years. .... Thanks for your time. ....... Pat

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

A Carolina boy, eh? My home turf. Good luck on your property search and if you have any questions please feel free to ask for what my input is worth ;)

love your yard James and Ness

Thank u for sharing my partner always watching ur vlogs. He really likes ur vlogs.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you and your partner for commenting and watching. Stay safe out there!

very beautiful place. i love. watching u from Wisconsin God bless. ingat kayo palagi

Beautiful property, amazing view....

Thanks for continuing to make helpful videos, and congratulations on getting out of the Matrix

Beautiful house with beautiful garden best life ever🙂

Beautiful home! Love the landscaping!

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Hello 👋 James and your loving wife! I love your garden 🪴. Me and my hubby wants to go back and live in the Philippines 🇵🇭 for a year. We’ve our house 🏡 in Silang, Cavite. Hope to meet you in person when we come home. Hope and pray this pandemic ends so we can spend our vacation in our native land. We’re permanently residing here in CA🇺🇸

Nice, that mist is awesome. We call that lizard TUKO in Mindanao 😊

Very informative, thank you for this..

As always nice and informative video👍

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

The lizard in your bathroom is called gecko or tuko in tagalog. They live in houses as their teritory and help get rid of small insects in your house like roaches. They are notmally harmless and do not attack humans and can actually be pet

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

You are correct sir. It also brings good luck so I'm told.

I envy your garden.. it's so bountiful 😀.. and the sampaguita; the scent has the most mystical fragrance, in my opinion.. 💕

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

I love your videos and your house is amazing ^^ mabuhay

Very informative thank you so much all questions in my mind was answer I hope I can see the actual place

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

MABUHAY PILIPINAS Magandang Umaga !! Awesome place you look sooo happy living in Philippines..God bless you more sir .new friend here watching you always from Philippines too

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alpha Joy. You are correct, love it here in the Philippines!

James, I enjoy watching your channel. From Ramon, a Batangueno (Batangas City) of L.A.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Final Cut Pro X yassssss 🙌🏼🙌🏼☺️☺️

Always great to see your yard. Thank you for all the information. Just wondering what is the % that your house takes up on your lot.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

We are slightly under our 25% and still have a little room in case we want to build a small utility building or something.

Hi James, I have been subscribed to your channel for the last couple of months From my site on youtube (Patches&Sugar) This site is my wife., watching most of your build of villa felix, were presently in northeast US, nut have a house that were rebuilding and updating in Bacolod area, So keep up the nice videos .

Nice to see you are enjoying Philippines, new subsciber

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing!

Thank you for this video!

Very nice vidoe borther 👍👍

Hello James and Nessi. Just a shout out from US .stay safe guys❤

@necietanner3147

4 жыл бұрын

Hello, Rowena! 😀💖🌹🌹🌹

Thanks for sharing. Great video.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Good evening James and Ness. Keep safe 😀

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too!

Great info. Thank you.

Lot of good information

Electronic pest repellers on your fence might work. It's cheap to buy it here in the US. Maybe it's available in the Philippines

Beautiful but how much longer for you to keep up that yard? I used to have a big garden yard but when I reached 50 after having 1/2 acre garden and promised to myself that im not getting younger to work my whole life for gardening because life is short just to be tied up with vegetables garden and sooner or later everything will be left behind without any notice. So I diverted myself to do things from driving and sightseeing!

Thanks for your video....I will check out your channel....very interesting video because I'm buying land now and I am facing some difficulty with the papers, titles....I will be posting videos about it

wow, just wow, absolutely gorgeous home man.

..your vlog is always helpful... Gdblss ! ☝

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Very nice house and garden sir

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Mararming salamat!

Nice!!!

Dude i love your channel I love your videos 👌👌

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Thanks!

Hi James , I’m a drummer with Raiders of the Bay and I would love to have a Villa Feliz jam with you and Ness when I visit the Philippines with my wife..

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Let's get past this pandemic then set up a playdate.

Sir how much was your house built altogether and how long did it take to complete?

Good to know that a naturalized US citizen Pinoy can buy up to 1k sq .m piece of land in P.I..thanks for the tip.

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

Thanks for the info. Are those critters exist only in the province? I hate snake and spiders, I don't think I like the gecko either, so I probably live close to the city instead. I love the place and garden you have, maybe I can convince my husband to retire in PI. Thanks again for the info and will keep watching for more.....

Hi James do u get cockroaches too? We love your descriptions of your plants...so informative..

James, I think you’ve got the best of both worlds, non-Filipinos living in the PI pay no income tax on overseas income, and yet, former Filipinos can own property and get a low-cost SSRV with their non-Filipino spouse. You still have U.S. obligations, but that follows U.S. citizens anywhere in the world.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

And you can bet Uncle Sam is definitely taking a chunk out of my retirement income whether I live in the US or here in the Philippines.

The first room you described as storage space was probably designed to be a maid’s quarters. All these Philippine designed houses have very small bedrooms and lack storage space, closets and would be very cluttered and uncomfortable to live in unless you were to covert one of the bedrooms to a walk-in closet. The single pane windows will also make air conditioning expensive. If they are wanting to attract expats they should design the houses for expats.

Do you recycle kitchen scraps and other biowaste, or perhaps use bokashi to ferment the food waste for the plants? The plants look great, but just a thought on yourr overall household recycling economy - happy to have your thoughts.

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, we put the scraps from vegetables into our compost pile.

Nice irrigation system Bro....It's a gecko Bro. 'Tuko' in Tagalog term and it's harmless (especially those geckos in the house) and non-venomous....

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

I love your video, so I share it on my Facebook...am thinking one day, I can return to Philippines and live... I been live here in Sydney Australia for almos 30year's now...thanks for your videos..😘😘😘

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

You should! Good luck with you dreams!

I found myself mesmerized by your garden! It's truly beautiful and relaxing, new subscriber here! I can say that your humble abode can compete with the houses back in the US. Just a question, what kind or type of grass do you have on your lawn? Thanks!

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

So nice of you and thanks for subbing. The grass type is "bluegrass".

@pilipinaskongmahal8499

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream May I know where did you get that from? Thanks!

Thank u sir. God bless you.

Great entertaning and very informative video. We live and rent a home near Tagaytay in Mendez Cavite. I would like to buy a lot one day and build my dream home. Lipa is definitely on our short list as the climate is cool and similar to Tagaytay. Keep the videos coming you have a new subscriber here. Thx

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks.

Hey James, I was mentioning to my partner that next time I am in the Philippines I would love to cone meet you ... hope to get a house tour and pick your brain about your experience building and any following issues. :) love the vids

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Please do! But after the quarantine is lifted. Thanks!

@bradgoldsmith3834

4 жыл бұрын

My PI Dream yeah ... I also have to wait for the international travel restrictions have been lifted which at this rate will not be likely until mid to late next year ... Australia has a strong no go zone on that right ow and as much as that sucks it is what needs to be done at present

@bradgoldsmith3834

4 жыл бұрын

My PI Dream but thank you for your warm invitation I will defiantly be making contact with you when the time is right

Hello James, my wife and I love to watch your channel. We have learned a lot and you have prepared us for our move to the Philippines around December/January. I have one question; what are you doing about health insurance? Thank you

@MyPIDream

Жыл бұрын

PhilHealth. Medicare is not recognized here although some other health care providers do pay with their in-network hospitals and doctors. You just have to do the research.

You need to use plate sheeting under the rebar and the exterior walls so moisture and ants don't come up the wall. Philipinos workers don't use plastic. I had them out plastic when they built a house in butuan.I had no problem with ants and moisture. Coming up the wall

i learned a lot , thanks very much !!

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! Ingat!

@JEMPI28

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream Ingat po

thx James 😊

Nice home you have good job sir

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

Your garden is "well-manicured" to almost perfect! I love it. By the way, we are almost neighbors. I am located in Calaca Batangas near Tagaytay. I am tending my small garden too as my hobby.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Glad to have a fellow gardener on the channel!

Nice garden.

that wasnt bayawak that was tuko they sell those online and it is prohibited to sell them. i think. but i dont believe they're endangered coz they're everywhere! their palms can still carry their weight hanging on a wall even when dead.

You make a sweet looking couple. Thanks for all the infos.

Hi james you have a nice garden

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Salamat po!

That is a Tokay Gecko, or colloquially called Tuko (its the lizard you hear that makes the "tuko tuko tuko" call). Those go for 40 bucks each in the US pet trade but over here theyre everywhere.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, we have lots of Tuko's around the house. I forgot to mention that as one of the nuisances. Their name is truly a description of the sound they make.

nice james

Hi James, another enjoyable and informative vlog especially owning and purchasing property in the Philippines. One question when you said "balikbayan" who are naturalized citz from another country can own up to 1k of property. I googled the same question and got this result: Purchase by a former natural-born Filipino citizen subject to the limitations prescribed by law (natural-born Filipinos who acquired foreign citizenship is entitled to own up to 5,000 sq. m. of residential land, and 1 hectare of agricultural or farm land). Looking forward to your next video. Warm regards to Ness.

@necietanner3147

4 жыл бұрын

@romy ganancial, hello! Ness here! 😀 I think the quote that you showed is from Republic Act No. 8179, Liberalizing Foreign Investments. Its Sec. 10 Other Rights of Natural Born Citizen Pursuant to the Provisions of Article XII, Sec. 8 of the Constitution states that “Any natural born citizen who has the legal capacity to enter into a contract under Philippine laws may be a transferee of a private land up to a maximum area of five thousand (5,000) square meters in the case of urban land or three (3) hectares in the case of rural land to be used by him for business or other purposes.” Note that this is meant for property that are for investment or business purposes. For residential purposes, however, Batas Pambansa Blg. 185 clearly states: “Section 2. Any natural-born citizen of the Philippines who has lost his Philippine citizenship and who has the legal capacity to enter into a contract under Philippine laws may be a transferee of a private land up to a maximum area of one thousand square meters, in the case of urban land, or one hectare in the case of rural land, to be used by him as his residence.” So you see that there are clear differences of allotment of land for former Filipinos depending on whether it is for business or residential purposes. I hope this helps. 👍😀🌹

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Here's the Batas Pambansa (BP) 185 and RA 8179 regulation you can use for up to 1,000 sqm of residential land. If a former Filipino who is now a naturalized citizen of a foreign country does not want to avail of the Dual Citizen Law in the Philippines, he or she can still acquire land based on Batas Pambansa (BP) 185 and RA 8179, but limited to the following: For Residential Use (BP 185 - enacted in March 1982): Up to 1,000 square meters of residential land Up to one (1) hectare of agricultural of farmland For Business/Commercial Use (RA 8179 - otherwise known as the Foreign Investment Act of 1991): Up to 5,000 square meters of urban land Up to three (3) hectares of rural land

@romyganancial4032

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream Thank you Necie for the information. I'm glad I don't have to hire a lawyer to get these information hahaha. My intent is for residential use/ownership thus my question of land ownership. We are from the Seattle area and we are in our early stage of considering a property in the Lipa area and eventually settling there. I know a lot about Lipa from following your vlogs from the very beginning when James first started clearing the land. Thanks again.

@apolloarguilla8443

4 жыл бұрын

A portion of Republic act 8179 states that “...to be use by him for business or other purposes”. Does “other purposes” means residential purpose not included? how about for mixed use say residential and farm lot? He he he he.... just trying to be a smart aleck. Hi ma’m Necie! At your age you still look stunningly pretty charming and young! Your bubbly hubby sir James really knows how to handle and take care of you!

@apolloarguilla8443

4 жыл бұрын

My PI Dream can you purchase both under RA 8179 (Foriegn Investment act of 1991) ; That is 5,000sqm for urban and 3 hectares for rural?

Wow beautiful house and sorrouding,like europe. Must be like paradiset if I own that house.

@emiliahellstrom3869

Жыл бұрын

Wow u have cacao tree.

@emiliahellstrom3869

Жыл бұрын

Lots of plant.

@MyPIDream

Жыл бұрын

I did...it died when we tried to transplant it during the pool build.

I suggest you plant nim tree to get rid of insects.

Your vlogs feel like an NPR production. 👍👍

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Thanks!

Love your garden, can't wait to retire and built our house in P.I. Do you know if there is for sale lot around your neighboring lot and if there is how many square meter?

@MyPIDream

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Cristina. Thanks for the nice comment on my garden. Its fun! Yes, there are lots of lots (excuse the pun) still available. Lots vary from about 500 sqm to around 1,200 sqm. You can email me at mypidream@gmail.com for more information. I can put you in contact with the sales agent. Cheers!

James, Long time fan. Great info. THANKS. Q: what was that retirement visa you mentioned. My wife and I are building in PI. Delayed of course. But we would like to look into that. Thanks John

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

SRRV. I have several videos detailing the process.

@soofarsoogood4059

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream thank you. I was searching for those videos last night. Must have missed them. I'll find it. Thanks again.

@soofarsoogood4059

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream I was able to find the video. Fantastic info, very clear and concise. Thank you for making our journey a little less complicated. Thanks John

this video made me laugh. When my children were little I used to take them home (Philippines) They saw those creatures you are talking about. When we got back here in the US they were talking about it and said that we have so many kinds of pets inside the house.

Actually, as foreigners cannot own land, they can however own a condo or apartment in the Philippines. Also foreigners can inherit land from spouse or deceased Filipino descendent.

James, One thing we missed , my wife returning to the PI. after getting her dual citizenship, we would like to know is the land bank financed like it the USA or is it a straight one time payment

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

There are several options with regard to SPOTCASH 100% payment with discounts as well as developer originated financing. Or you can put something like 20% down and self finance the balance via a local bank.

Gd day James 007 & ur hiNess, one of ur bamboo post sa raise bed garden stayed green na buhay sya?

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, not sure why.

Your yard looks awesome esp now that it's rainy season, all greens & a healthy living it is WOW, enjoy your retirement in the Philippines, stay safe

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

We weren't here last summer as we had an extended vacation back in the US. I can't believe how beautiful this time of year is here. Soon the backyard will be our vacation resort 365 days a year : )

You should try finding cherry guava plant. The fruits are small with a sweet and sour taste.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

Tell me where. I'd love one of those!

@islandlifeparadise

4 жыл бұрын

@@MyPIDream They grow wild on my island. I'm not sure why but they are considered an invasive fruit plant here. We hiked a trail this past friday and collected a bunch for eating

@rg2763

3 жыл бұрын

If you have more guava and mango trees that will invite not only birds but also huge bats which we call bayakan( big fruit bats) lol

Can i just say that is not a monitor lizard. Its a gecko and looks very much like a tokay gecko. Its not poisonous, but trust me, they have a nasty bite and once they latch on, can be quite difficult to get their mouths open. On a plus note, i do enjoy watching your blogs. Very informative and love your garden updates.

@MyPIDream

4 жыл бұрын

You are correct, it's not a monitor lizard. I need to make that correction in an upcoming episode. Its a Tuko.

Blessings