Guide To Living in Bonifacio Global City (Everything You Need To Know) - www.thesavvyexpat.com/

@1966bluemax

Жыл бұрын

Good job, Julio!

This is like a lifestyle in a high end living in the Philippines....still very cheap compared to Toronto or New York......

I am Filipino based in the US East Coast. A 2 bedroom apartment NOT in the city center is around $2,500 (Php 135,000). A studio apt is around $1500 (Php 80,000). Of course moving around the city is easy with the subway so transportation is cheap. That said, BGC is still cheaper. The best job is outsourcing work but based in the Philippines. Digital work - earn USD but spend in Php.

this is really helpful! thanks so much for consistently giving us such useful content. I am thinking of living in the Philippines someday so I watch your videos as they give me a realistic expectation on what living there can be.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

We got your back! Glad we can provide you with realistic expectations.

If you have a stable, permanent and high paying WFH job, it is worth to consider moving to SE Asia like the Philippines where expats can afford luxury condos located in premium areas and living expenses are cheaper (given the currency exchange rate) than living in the US.

Just by thinking you are living in BGC, the budget seems accurate. It's not cheap but if you are earning USD it's definitely bang for the buck! BGC has been tremendously developing over the years, it's not congested and you can move around just by walking. I always look forward visiting there once in a while 😊

Glad to see that you’re back. I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

Excellent content and good pace, not slow, not fast, perfect!

Great Job Julio! BGC is sounds like a good place for part time stay.. I looking for a play to spend 2-3 months per year.. for sure worth a look 👏 thanks

Great video!!! Thank you.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your support!

Im a digital nomad. Im moving to BGC by next month. thanks for the video.

Thank you again for an informative video. I always anticipate a great video from the Savvy Expat channel. 😁

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

We really appreciate all your support Norman! Hope things are going well over there.

@keemoe007

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat I'm going crazy over here. After my mother's passing, the trust is causing a lot of confusion. When it's over, I'm planning on visiting the Philippines to see my friend in Illocos Norte and hopefully see you and your friend Julio too. I'm hoping it's in God's plan.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

@@keemoe007 I'm sorry to hear that Norman. I'll be praying for peace between the family. I also hope that you get the chance to see Jayson in Ilocos Norte. God willing, we'll get to meetup soon!

Well explained sir 👏 👍

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

NEWEST SUBSCRIBER here from....the PHILIPPINES!!❤❤❤❤❤

Informative video, not too long.. Congrats..

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, will be more concise

Not a bad break down! Thanks.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

wow 2nd video in 2 days?! whaaaaaaaaa!!!!

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Always appreciate your support Chad 🙌

Thanks for info

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

You got it!

New subscriber's here in the Philippines! Nice video very informative! God bless stay well enjoy have fun and take care.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! We hope you find our coming videos valuable.

@edwinespegadera8726

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat ok I'll keep watching your videos

Very informative vlog

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

BGC is still cheaper than any other first class city in any parts of the world. It maybe expensive for most of the Filipinos to live in that city but for expats they can live a luxurious life in BGC.

Your Monthly 2000 USD All in expenses was just an average Apartment Rental say in Florida or LA..Exclusive of misc...Summary, its not just More Fun in the Philppines, its also More savings for Average Expats/ Tourist in the Philippines

Very persuasive

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

🙌

Thank you men for our country.

For me BGC is the economical place to live: cheap food and condo units, safe walking in all streets, lively nightlife, not so hot and cold weathers, plenty of malls and a real value for money.

informative, u hav my sub. thanks for being in PH. make it your home❤️

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the warm welcome 🙏

wow budgeting is really important living in BGC .by the way l just subscribe to your channel ❤❤❤❤

Nice 👍🙂

Ya know. I think BGC might just be the place for me long-term. I'm thinking, if I buy a condo there within 5 years. It'll still be a bustling city in 20 years (I'll be 49) hopefully making for good living for manny years to come. I'm curious to checkout your BGC tour content, I'll do that

MABUHAY to Philippines , always in the mood for party time with friendly PINOYS

This is my first time to see Julio in this channel. Are you usually the cameraman of Evan?

Ce one man new sub here from philipinos hope we met and have some adventure take care

Great Vlog!!

nice

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

🙌

Hmmm… I am doing sth wrong… 😅 I live in Eastwood in a 2BR Apartment and my living expenses come down to 150k - 180k per month and its only my wife and myself at the moment. Though I think you have not included power, water, phone and internet costs yet in the rent, do you? Then there are costs for insurances, HMO etc. you have not included so far, right? Thank you for your break down, love the videos you guys are making! God bless

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

To be fair an apartment in Eastwood isn't cheap either. Seems like you're just enjoying life out here! Most expats I've met that live here in BGC actually have around the same expenses as you. We'll also be sure to include those other expenses you mentioned. Thanks for watching Michael. God bless.

All those things you stated in your vlog about living expenses here in the Philippines in my opinion, in on the high end of expensive living in BGC, but then again BGC is an expensive community. But there are other cities that can offer the same comfort and security for a lot less expense, just saying.... your vlogs are very informative, i will watch them again.

@JC0820

Жыл бұрын

What are you talking about, bruh? Only BGC and maybe Ayala Makati have that luxurious vibe or lifestyle here in the Philippines. You can't find so many pedestrian-friendly communities around the country as BGC, especially with plenty of shops, security, amenities, and millionaires living in one place. You can't see that many luxurious cars except in BGC. The place alone has fcking 5 malls.

@stereoheartsrnb

6 ай бұрын

There are no other cities in the Philippines that offer anywhere near the same amount of comfort and security for an expat.

Bonifacio global peace is high end kind of living place in the Philippines. Go to much cheaper place atleast yuor experience will be half you spend in global city area.

I recently seen another reputable Manila vlogger state a similar budget will be required to live in BGC, so your budget matches. 👌

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

So true!

@wavemaker2077

11 ай бұрын

It actually still depends on your lifestyle. You can spend more than what was mentioned here or you can spend a lot less than what was mentioned here.

What about the issue of earthquakes, monsoons and overall high heat and humidity?

it is really convenient to live in BGC specially all you need is there already.

how much for utilities like electricity, water and phone line, internet data

What are square footage of apartments in BGC for 2-3 bedrooms but not on high floors or hugh rises?

Did your housing estimate include utilities, cable, internet, cell phone?

What do you pay for health insurance?

Please do video of Ridgewood towers 1,2,3 & Ridgewood Premier. Which is 5 minutes from SM Aura, 2 minutes Mc Kinley Hills beside BGC. Reasonable Condo Prices.

@tuliochechal

Жыл бұрын

We’ll keep this in mind!

Utilities? Internet?electricity?Health insurance cost?

I love BGC, but only to visit. I am scared shitless because the area is in the Rim of Fire. Tall buildings and earthquakes don’t go hand in hand.

Do you have any references for retired age expats (over 60,) in BGC??

Unfortunately it's not possible to access your website!

UTILITIES? Is it included with the rent?

How many people are in your family to figure out per person cost?

$2,500 a month in BCG all included in a nice, clean and modern city is cheap, really cheap.

Considering I'm paying 75k for 1 bedroom in Cebu City, 50k for 2br in bgc sounds a great deal

It's you have a high salary to afford to live in BGC with its high-end lifestyle. But ordinary Filipinos, cannot afford to rent a 50k unit in that area.

Time to leave los ajgeles and move to the PHILIPPINES ❤🎉

Life is BGC is what I consider "fake opulence." It's got fancy malls, expensive condos, and a bunch of sterile chain stores. It's got all the conveniences of modern living but none of the charm or culture. It's like living in an overly sterile american suburb. It sounds nice from afar but up close, you realize how boring it actually is.

@VTown707

Жыл бұрын

I definitely agree 💯

@alaskanwhiskey

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. That's why I live in a older condo here in Makati. More space and I stay with locals. Clean building, security, cctv, and pool/gym. Local community also.

haha funny i was just there in june funny i might have seen u guys since it was around same time but i agree nice city I also ate at wolfgang steakhouse food and service was great.

You skipped utilities, maybe that is included in rent? Also, is this the cost for two adults, so about $1,200 each?

Whats the best way to find an apartment in BGC? Ads, realtors of another way?

Living in New York that price is really affordable 😊

i like grace

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Don’t we all

Where are people from that a 2BR metro apartment for $1K is "very expensive"?

its fun to live in bgc if you have dollars of course. a regular filipino couldn't afford it they have to be rich.

Wealthy expats. That is a bit much for the average expat. Your unnecessary expenses (transportation and miscellaneous etc) are more than the average Filipino family has to spend a month total.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

All expats have different budgets and lifestyle preferences. Although expensive, many expats tend to lean towards BGC because of the life it offers them, the safety of the city, and the top notch health care.

@JC0820

Жыл бұрын

Hence, he is living in BGC. If you are just an average budget person you won't live there. That is life. But the BGC lifestyle cost internationally is cheaper than most cities with the same lifestyle in the West.

Philippines is the place to be.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@eddieBoxer

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat Don't let a video fool you, Philippines is a 3rd world poverty country, driving is pure hell, infrastructure and medical care are Stone Age, I live here and I know first hand, but this year 2023 I'm going back to the USA, even though its more expensive at home but You get the best quality of life, I have a very good pension where I can rent a 1 bedroom apt in Tampa Florida, buy a new car and still have money left over, also I have a 6 digit bank balance.

@83nomad5

Жыл бұрын

@@eddieBoxer You're still lying? Somebody must have screwed you up there big time. What's with the uber bitterness and crying?

@Mega-zi7ys

Жыл бұрын

​@@83nomad5😅

@aroque867

Жыл бұрын

​@@eddieBoxercrazy u. Good you left the country.😅

A two bedroom for $1000, when I'm ok with a studio? I'm there!

Bring back the original host.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

I’ll be back in the next video!

@keemoe007

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat it would be good to see you again but your friend does well. Plus you just had a birthday. You must be recouping from the birthday party. LOL

Hi! Is forbes town a dog friendly condo?

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is!

@JC0820

Жыл бұрын

BGC in general is dog friendly community.

Are these prices for one person, a couple or a family with kids? Whenever you talk prices please clarify for how many people

@amigo216

11 ай бұрын

I'm confused, too. He mentions "i" and "me" and then throws in "my family." Is he a young father with kids? Or is he on his parents' budget? These details matter to a certain extent.

Why is BGC so much better (and more expensive than) Makati? Does Makati have big grocery stores?

How many in the family? That still cost less than just our rent here in Seattle.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

4 person family including Julio

@eddieBoxer

Жыл бұрын

Its a 3rd world country don't get sick here medical care is Stone Age.

BGC wow only the rich in the Philippines can live there

Bonifacio Global City is only for the rich and famous people to live. It was designed for the wealthy elites society. Middle class or common people can not afford the expensive lifestyle at BGC. WORKING Class professionals or common people may work or roam around, however can not afford to resides with their families.

Total expenses for a family of how many people?

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Family of 4 Jo!

@jocunningham

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat that's not bad!

So you mean your parents pay?

I'm willing to bet a single person could get hooked up with a $100-200 studio 10 minutes out from the city center? Or even find a cheap room in someone's house and still be close by!

@tuliochechal

Жыл бұрын

You could give it a try!

@wavemaker2077

11 ай бұрын

Yes you can. But the ambiance is totally different.

If a 2-bedroom costs $1k per month at BGC, can i assume a 1-bedroom will only cost $500 per month?

@MrPackers1981

Жыл бұрын

around that one.

@AdlenDelMundo

Жыл бұрын

it depends on the building, when i was finding a place for my uncle i noticed that Seredra is $50-$150 cheaper than Belagio tower for 1br & 2br. I dont knw why, maybe Belagio units are bigger, idk..they are both literally on the same area

I'd love to buy a unit in BGC. I can live there while on vacation from Canada. But I have nobody to live there when I return to Canada.

@ritchiepchannel7912

11 ай бұрын

I'm planning to sell my unit in Taguig maybe next year or 2025

@wavemaker2077

11 ай бұрын

I can live there if you want. 😅

Jeez, dude. How tall are you? Seeing you close to others, you quite seem to tower over them.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Julio’s 6ft tall. In the U.S tall, here he’s a giant 😂

@This_da_life

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat average height for a male in US is 5.9

@trevorsmith7753

Жыл бұрын

@@This_da_life UK same. Norway and Netherlands much higher.

hi how do you do (sorry somthing wrong with my question marks) Looking 4 an asian girl 2 marry her, any advice must like sport tennis golf runnig and working out at the gym, thanks

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Sorry sir I can’t help you with that

your cute

So it's for people who want to live in the Philippines without having to deal with the Filipino culture or people...

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

You still deal with and get to interact with Philippine culture in people in BGC. It's just more westernized as a whole here.

@eddieBoxer

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat You still have to deal with the ignorance drivers, motorcycles, pedestrians walking in front of your car, trash everywhere, uneducated people who cannot give you proper directions, restaurant food is garbage, late at night stray dogs come out and fight, homeless people to include babies begging for money, infrastructure is Stone Age, constant power outages, went to the emergency room waited 3.5 hours before anyone saw me, most medical care personnel are on their cell phones, inexperience people who do nothing right, so the USA is the best country in the world, after experiencing the Philippines I decided to go home in 2023 and never return.

@83nomad5

Жыл бұрын

@@eddieBoxer Please, never come back, liar! Good riddance.

@kantokuu

Жыл бұрын

​@@eddieBoxer No one cares about you stop acting special

@jesscatangay9384

Жыл бұрын

​@@eddieBoxer Too many complaints attitude, you really deserved in the USA.

This is not the Philippines, say.

Useless if you don't show real places and restaurants, meals, etc., but only some random numbers.

Dude, buy a bike.😉

Oh, I guess your family doesn't need medical insurance or denial. How about school. My daughters books were 6,000p, and she's only in kindergarten. What else did we forget? Hummm, better add more

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

We’ll be sure to include these in the next video!

@chuck9112

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat just given you a hard time. Good video

Who calls BGC Bonifacio Global city? Lol.

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

Lol good point Mark. Any local would call it BGC, but for the sake of our foreign audience who doesn't know what it stands for, we say the full name.

This is a 16 year old kid. He live in a bubble.

@philrose7716

Жыл бұрын

Where is Evan?

@eddieBoxer

Жыл бұрын

@@philrose7716 In Philippine prison for selling crystal meth.

Are you married?

@TheSavvyExpat

Жыл бұрын

No siry

@eddieBoxer

Жыл бұрын

He has 2 Filipina girl friends, looks unimportant just bring money.

It's really cheap in PH. Even the US military bases are moving to the Philippines. It will save them a lot og $$$😂

Someday Filipinos won't be able to afford living in its own country 😅

youre overpaying! stop being that sucker!

your living expenses? HOW OLD R U? u look like 15years old.....WHERE ARE YOUR PARENTS??!!!