Buying a Condo in the Philippines While Living in the US — What You Can and Can’t Own
Filipino Americans can own a condo in the Philippines but not land. Here’s the 40% foreign ownership cap, financing, and the dual citizenship fix.
Money Basics
Money Basics
Foreign Transaction Fees and ATM Costs on a US Debit Card in the Philippines
A US debit card can quietly add foreign transaction fees plus ATM surcharges on every peso withdrawal in the Philippines. Here’s what a two-week trip really costs.
The Philippines Trip Fund: How to Stop Charging Your Annual Trip Home to a Credit Card
A Philippines trip fund covers flights, pasalubong, and cash gifts for your annual visit home, built all year so nothing lands on a credit card.
Sending Money to the Philippines — Remitly vs Wise vs GCash: Real Fee Breakdown
Send money to Philippines the smart way — compare fees and exchange-rate markup across Remitly, Wise, GCash, and bank wire before you transfer.