Our Family Left New Jersey To Live in The Philippines

Our Family Left New Jersey To Live in The Philippines - Was it Worth it?

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:37 Who is Nicole & Cav?
1:44 Why Did You Move To The Philippines?
2:35 What Did Your Family Think of Moving Across The World?
3:09 What Did Your Friends Think of The Move?
3:40 What Did Nicole & Cav Do For Work?
4:07 How Long Have You Been Planning To Go To The Philippines?
5:13 How Was Your Family's Transition To The Philippines?
6:55 What Did You Have To Prepare Before The Move?
7:45 How Did You Mentally Prepare For The Move?
8:05 First Impressions of The Philippines?
9:15 How Did Moving To The Philippines Affect Your Business?
11:24 Behind Nicole & Cav's KZfaq Channel
13:54 Getting a Haircut as a Black Man in The Philippines
15:03 Experience as a Black Foreigner in The Philippines
15:55 Expenses in The Philippines vs. America
19:38 Our Culture Shocks in The Philippines
20:02 Filipino-Americans vs. Local Filipinos
21:25 Culture Differences in America vs. The Philippines
24:05 Expectation vs. Reality in The Philippines
25:19 Weekly Expenses in The Philippines vs. New Jersey
27:51 Hardest Things To Adjust To in The Philippines
29:03 Work Plans in The Philippines
30:42 What We Left Behind in The U.S.
32:20 Where Have You Both Visited?
35:29 What's Like Bringing Your Baby Here?
37:52 Places We Visited in Manila
38:36 Fashion Scene in The Philippines
39:14 Nicole's Passion For Music & Vlogging
40:00 Dealing With Philippine Visas
41:11 Future Plans in The Philippines
41:42 God Bless
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Philippine Public Interview, Moving To The Philippines, Living in The Philippines, Expat in The Philippines, Cost of Living in The Philippines, Life in The Philippines, Philippines,
"Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God"
- 1 John 4:7

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@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

CHECK OUT CAV & NICOLE'S CHANNEL - youtube.com/@cavandnicole?si=GidbXlkDvPeqtRYo

@cavandnicole 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for having us on your podcast! We had a great time! 😊🥰

@JoeyPenuela 9 ай бұрын

You guys were great! You inspire us to explore the idea of living in the Philippines 🇵🇭 😊

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for having us bro 💯

@angartsnirex 9 ай бұрын

Wjat i like about them is the guy being super open to do everything his wife wanted lol i also checked their earlier videos, even with few views to no engagement, the guy was really loving and a very willing participant to her channel. Like he didnt mind if it would get views or not, he just wanyed to support her to her youtube dream. And im glad it's now working out bec he was there to participate and support even if there's super low views in the beginning even before they really left US. It's the only video when they posted they're moving that really got high engagement! Im also amazed. They look genuine. They look like a real dupportive couple to one another. Plus their baby and dog are super cute!

@wavemaker2077 9 ай бұрын

To the expats who like the stress free and laid back lifestyle that the Philippines has to offer, you have to remember that it comes at a price. Don't expect things to be rushed. You want a laid back lifestyle but at the same time you want the people to rush things. Well, they don't go together. So don't complain if things are not done in a rush. Being stress free is associated with not rushing things. If you want a laid back lifestyle, then don't complain of the laid back attitude of the people. You are not the only one who wants a stress free life. Unfortunately, the workers also want a stress free life. 😅

@kamaukambon7772 9 ай бұрын

YOU SPEAKING TRUTH. THE WORKERS DAMN SURE AIN'T RUSHED LOL😅😅😅

@bornonjuly7052 9 ай бұрын

Correct agree 100%

@MakaiIELTS 9 ай бұрын

agree...i noticed that most foreigners complain about how things, especially employees here. They're quite slow. we filipinos in general don't really complain about it because we're used to it and we don't want to rush them. They're tired from standing all day long, wearing heels. on top of that, it's hot here in the Ph and if they move fast, it will be hotter. filipinos working abroad are only moving fast because the weather outside Ph is cold..

@kamaukambon7772 9 ай бұрын

@@MakaiIELTS I DISAGREE ABOUT THE HEAT AND STANDING ALL DAY. IT'S WAY HOTTER IN TEXAS, ARIZONA, NEW MEXICO ETC. AMERICANS STAND ALL DAY AT SOME OF THE JOBS ALSO. NOT BEING MEAN I'VE BEEN MARRIED TO A FILIPINA 20 YRS AND LIVED HERE FOR 6 AND OWNED A WATER STATION FOR 5 YEARS HERE. NOT BEING MEAN FILIPINOS ARE LAZY !!!

@quentine8204 8 ай бұрын

Wag ka ng magdahilan, tamad talaga mga pinoy! Service industry naten bulok, lalo na sa government, pag makikipag transact ka sa kanila parang utang na loob mo pa minsan may kasama pang irap, dabog tsaka pabalang silang magsalita... Nagsesettle kasi kayo for less, kaya di nag-iimprove quality ng service naten!

@genecrow5318 9 ай бұрын

I started following them when they moved to the philippines. I give Cav a huge respect, its not easy to get out of your comfort zone.

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

It wasn’t easy at all but I can say is I came into this with an open mind and I’m glad I did it.

@Car_Porn 9 ай бұрын

It wasn’t exactly hard for him she has family in Philippines….

@FelizaCamba-xc8ph 8 ай бұрын

Welcome to the Philippines! It’s more fun here! Just enjoy your life and you will be ok. I ‘ll search your channel and subscribe to help you. Surely it will be hard to adjust during your first few months but don’t worry you will adjust to our life style here. Just get use to eat rice😊because rice is life here😊❤️🇵🇭.

@sheewanders7601 9 ай бұрын

Been watching their videos lately and they seem to be genuine and down to earth people. Glad you interviewed them 😊

@1lolofred 9 ай бұрын

Laid back Philippines equals to stress free living. No rush cause you'll get there to where you want to be.

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@bornonjuly7052 9 ай бұрын

Eversince Filipinos many dreams is seizing the American dreams but more than 5 years ago until recently i notice that there are droves of Filipinos Americans tracing their roots back to the Philippines.

@markkayhaston 9 ай бұрын

Another great video Evan glad I jumped on this one. I told y’all being black in Philippines is a good thing glad to see it from someone else. I hope y’all enjoy and love that new transition. Will jump on your channel to see how the visa extension went etc

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

Yessir! It’s a fortunate thing to be black in the Philippines 🇵🇭

@Browncathartic 9 ай бұрын

Congratulations! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences 😊 I feel you about challenges just getting here. I can’t wait to see you guys 1, or even 5 years in!

@strawberryshortcakemitchell 9 ай бұрын

Love this interview 💖 Nice to see Cav and Nicole on your channel 😍

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

That means a lot, thank you! Nicole and Cav were amazing guests.

@prescillagcon 9 ай бұрын

I can't wait to move!!! I want my son to go to school there and learn his roots. he's 4 now we got a condo in BGC it won't be done til 2026 but I can't wait!

@lemalagon1783 9 ай бұрын

You did a great job bro! I love the interview, very spontaneous. Cheers to Cav and Nicole! Thank you for sharing your Philippine life. God bless all your YT channels.

@badgalfifi 9 ай бұрын

Awesome interview! Can't wait to see your channel and businesses thrive!

@cavandnicole 9 ай бұрын

thanks best friend we love you!

@1lolofred 9 ай бұрын

We're going to subscribe to your vlog Cav and Nicole.

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

Yes please do!

@eleazarlobers9957 9 ай бұрын

Wow ma'am thanks for sharing this video and I hope you always injoy to stay in the Philippines

@nicnez6 9 ай бұрын

they are my favorite vlogger . I'm always waiting for their video. I hope cav becomes famous in basketball and meets more basketball players

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

We really appreciate your support. I’m 31 if I was a little younger I probably would still try to play basketball here but I gave that life up at the high school lol Im actually a Clothing, Designer and I plan on re-branding soon so stay tuned. -Peace and love

@bellebaranda1109 9 ай бұрын

So nice to watch! It’s always a positive thing for people to chase their biggest dreams and get in touch with their passions ❤

@GruncleJohn 9 ай бұрын

Will check out Can and Nicole.

@iskala-vlog9678 9 ай бұрын

So proud of you sis ❤️❤️❤️

@marjunmarcelocristobal2678 8 ай бұрын

Love their content!! Much love from the Philippines!❤❤❤❤

@mhaecervantes3567 9 ай бұрын

I have only son half japanese and watching your video makes me decide to move with my son in the Philippines,at first im afraid many questions in my mind what if i die what will happen to my son ? But then watching your videos hmm maybe after few years we will go home for good ❤

@marjunmarcelocristobal2678 8 ай бұрын

If You Love and Determined and Passionate with your DECISION..THEN,GO FOR IT!!❤❤❤.. LOVING ANG LIVING WHAT YOU DO IS THE ULTIMATE HAPPINESS!!.. That'll be the BESTGIFT to your SON.

@NayaLeah 9 ай бұрын

I was waiting for this one.

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

You saw them on my instagram story? Thanks for waiting!

@NayaLeah 9 ай бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpat I watch you both channels and they mentioned in one of their videos that they met with you and they will be featured on your podcast.

@daviddarden1915 4 ай бұрын

I am amazed at their courage being young moving to the Philippines 🇵🇭 . When I was stationed at Clark Air Base, Philippines 🇵🇭 in 1991. I never felt worried about being Black in the Philippines 🇵🇭. Just like the previous video, with the gentleman saying what he felt about being Black in the Philippines 🇵🇭. The reality is I am happy about having a retirement. Just coming close within (36) months of retirement and return to the Philippines 🇵🇭.. Especially now being age (61), widower and children are grown and have children too. Manila area and CEBU are my options for retirement in the Philippines 🇵🇭. Thank you for this video. GOD SPEED.

@OHANA-Beach-Suites 9 ай бұрын

I'm happy for Cav & Nicole to experience the beauty of the Philippines and the people! Great interview!

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

We appreciate your support. Thank you 🙏🏾

@OHANA-Beach-Suites 9 ай бұрын

@@Cavvlogs_ Your amazing journey starts now! Live it UP!

@robertlanario 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for coming back with your Family for we have values that your daughter will learn on our Culture like Respect and Family values.

@quenchtv5436 8 ай бұрын

Wow this is my first time seeing you interviewing foreigners you should do more keep it up

@manilamartin1001 9 ай бұрын

welcome to the Philippines.

@fromisgunner 9 ай бұрын

Just found this on my recommended. Gonna binge watch the vids 😅

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

Welcome to the channel! I hope you enjoy the videos 🙌

@mmchannel8056 9 ай бұрын

$7 haircut in the Philippines is already high end. You can get a good haircut here for $1.20

@Re3iRtH 8 ай бұрын

Drop some barber shop names. Total in Ayala Mall I paid $5.40 + $1 tip

@theAnxiouschristian 9 ай бұрын

I'm subscribing

@mylynaton7325 9 ай бұрын

WELCOME TO PHILIPPINES😊❤

@j.r.6517 8 ай бұрын

Ridgewood towers. 4 minutes away from BGC. Close to SM Aura Market Market Mall. Opposite Korean Embassy. Great rental prices. Good location. Love this place.

@maritesguillermo5108 9 ай бұрын

If he knows how to play basketball he can get along with locals more

@nisawils 9 ай бұрын

I watch you from Filipina pea, good job very empress you did a good job. ❤❤❤❤ keep it up 👍

@gerarddelacruz2045 9 ай бұрын

Wow , I did nit know it is cheaper to live in Jersey than here in LA. . Going out for Diner here for 2 cost from 60 to over 100 dollars easy , and rent for 1 bedroom ? 1500. 2000 and up we paying almost 6 bucks per gallon on gas up to 8 in some places , I definitely looking forward to moving there in a few months . American Dream is dead on my opinion . Never thought I’d leave LA but this place is ruined by dumb Politicuans

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

For sure man, New Jersey although not cheap, is still more affordable than L.A. Come out to the Philippines 🇵🇭

@insomniacfirehorse6425 9 ай бұрын

This is a decent woman, not looking for a rich man and a 6 footer, shes not a delusional. I hope and wish you have a good life there, successful and stays for good.

@josepanicucci8591 9 ай бұрын

@@TheSavvyExpatThe Philippines is for rich Filipinos only Foreigners can't own lands in PH & can only own 40% of PH business or corporation if the main Fil. owner allows it Mr Savvy Expat PH is not the land of opportunity for foreigners to settle Foreigners can obtain PH citizenship if born & totally raised in PH which is not the case of foreign expat newcomers Why are you encouraging foreigners to settle in PH ?

@josepanicucci8591 9 ай бұрын

Mr Gerard The Philippine dream is real for rich Filipinos only Foreigners can't own lands in PH & can only own 40% of PH business or corporation if the main Fil. owner allows it Foreigners can obtain PH citizenship if born & raised in PH which is not the case of foreign expat newcomers

@hi-tych 9 ай бұрын

Most of my coworkers lives in jersey. So it's affordable.

@zernanasuncion2270 9 ай бұрын

You should visit Dumaguete..... A place for mostly retired foreigners and claimed that this place has changed their lives for good.....

@maritesguillermo5108 9 ай бұрын

First time i encountered advertisement in your channel.

@Mickeyyy0909 9 ай бұрын

Hi evan, check out matt reardon he’s an american and exploring the philippines he’s staying near bgc and just starting to grow his channel make an interview with him. 😊

@AL-vw7kx 9 ай бұрын

Yes, I'm Filiipino... ready to go home myself, it's stressful here.. work home work home very repetitive daily.. however, have savings and continue to work 4 to 3 years before retirement and will be going home myself build a small home living off grid home ..maybe a small business to live on!

@comeconcon569 7 ай бұрын

The US certainly has a strong influence on the Philippines and the Filipinos.

@pinoyswedvlog 9 ай бұрын

Nice 👍

@Kitkat-wu3ow 9 ай бұрын

Great interview especially you had them on early on their journey. It would be interesting for you to have them back on after a full year moving to the philippines.

@codi0307 9 ай бұрын

Nick Canon in the house.. 😅😂😅😂

@YYC403NOYP 8 ай бұрын

They thought Cav is probably an NBA STAR PLAYER, hence the selfies 🤪 . That's Filipino stereo type when they see guys like Cav. 🤩

@arsalanazizi2538 9 ай бұрын

* Thank you for another informative video! Would you know how much would be the cost of delivering baby at the hospital in Manila or the province (which I guess is cheaper)?

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

I really have no clue on that one. Sorry about that!

@pinoytunes7707 9 ай бұрын

In government hospitals, it is free if you have Philhealth. If you don't, maybe around 10k pesos for normal delivery and 20kplus for CS. In private hospitals it would range from P20k pesos up to 100k for normal delivery, it depends on the hospital and the doctor.

@cjnem7243 9 ай бұрын

@@pinoytunes7707Sss is fine

@jnsa9454 9 ай бұрын

I'd like to know more about those setting up a business...Cav's apparel business in PH 101👍🏽

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

What questions do you have?

@thaidawg9231 9 ай бұрын

Hey Evan, I just saw you on Calvin's channel and you said your condo price was all inclusive, electricity, water, all utilities included. Is it easy to find apartments that have all utilities included in the price ?

@uggrrah101 9 ай бұрын

Hey Evan, thank you so much for your channel. Can you please create a video about citizenship? Is it better to be dual citizen, Philippine citizen or stay as a US citizen. Thanks bud, we appreciate ya

@Mickeyyy0909 9 ай бұрын

Check out MANAMI RESORT in Bacolod City the Resort is Gorgeous. 🥰😍

@user-zl9vi8oc5d 9 ай бұрын

These two young people haven't been in a supermarket yet, food is just as expensive here as it is in the states. They're not going to do it on 500 a month. And buy diapers and formulas. I live in Dumaguete and veggies in the farm stands are so expensive. Green peppers are 100p each. Potatoes are very expensive. And sorry to say the quality isn't there. Tomatoes are horrible. Sorry to sound negative. Woops, rent is very cheap here on Negros Oriental. 👍 Best of luck to them

@gangstagummybear3432 9 ай бұрын

lol

@pinoytunes7707 9 ай бұрын

Are you white? Maybe if you buy the green peppers by yourself. To the locals it is only P100-P200 per kilo. My groceries plus market only cost P15,000 per month ($260). Less than P10k if at times I need to cut down cost. That's for me and 2 teenagers.

@user-zl9vi8oc5d 9 ай бұрын

@@pinoytunes7707 what does skin color have to do with anything.?

@edmhie1 9 ай бұрын

nahhhh!!! you're making up. I have a vegetable stand in Manila and your price there is ridiculous. You're being scammed there in Dumaguete.

@pinoytunes7707 9 ай бұрын

@@user-zl9vi8oc5d the moment they see you're a foreigner, they will charge you more. Just ask the expats here, they rarely buy in the markets (or anywhere if the prices are not fixed). They would normally send their filipina wives or ask a local errand boy to buy their fruits/veggies. AND YES, SKIN COLOR MATTERS HERE BECAUSE WHITE SKIN = DOLLARS. Even as a local, I can bring down the cost just by dressing in comfy clothes and slippers. If I go using a nice attire and jewelries, I usually get charged more, and they would just say that the prices had gone up. LOL.

@SelwynClydeAlojipan 9 ай бұрын

They are just like the British couple Sasha and Jay of Eight Mile From Home with their daughter Story and their AsPin dog who now live in Siargao Island.

@Car_Porn 9 ай бұрын

Nothing like them …. They have seen their success and want to copy it …. That’s not the same …. I followed jay and sacha from Thailand around 8 years ago …. These guys are linking up with big KZfaqrs already to skip the hard work ….

@ghamargie3291 9 ай бұрын

❤😮😊

@Zee_1003 9 ай бұрын

She's Filipino, of course she can sing!😅

@insomniacfirehorse6425 9 ай бұрын

I cannot wair to go back home and retired in my home country

@mylynaton7325 9 ай бұрын

Be careful how you spend your money ok! guys😊

@1lolofred 9 ай бұрын

Cav looks like Chris Paul3

@Cavvlogs_ 9 ай бұрын

Hahaha

@budgettech5526 9 ай бұрын

I still clean up after I eat in the Philippines to help the crew out.

@babysacay8083 9 ай бұрын

Would like to hear more about bringing your beloved pets process through airlines and do they need to be quarantined in the Philippines once they get there, I have 3 med size dogs ranging 20-24lbs

@MakaiIELTS 9 ай бұрын

you can bring your pets here, but it may cost a lot though. Some condomoniums don't allow pets, some do. better to live in a house, especially outside Manila..

@chrisclarke7828 9 ай бұрын

I do not know.

@gangstagummybear3432 9 ай бұрын

I'm sure BGC is still cheaper than whatever they had in Jersey, I bet where they stayed in Jersey was probably crazy dangerous.

@jeretso 9 ай бұрын

Wow $50 Men's haircuts in America

@virginiad.franco6566 9 ай бұрын

Traffic in the Philippines is chaotic. But everybody seems to know what they're doing. THAT'S Chaotic order. 🇵🇭

@myrnamorales5683 8 ай бұрын

Give your husband the opportunity too talk😊😊😊

@sweetchinmusiq1623 6 ай бұрын

She definitely wears the pants in the relationship

@josepanicucci8591 9 ай бұрын

Philippines is heaven on earth for rich Filipinos only Foreigners can't own lands in PH & can only own 40% of PH business or corporation if the main Fil owner allows it Foreigners can obtain PH citizenship if born & raised in PH like the prominent Spanish Ayala family which is not the case of foreign expat newcomers

@user-ig9gx7ii9p 9 ай бұрын

Our president Marcos lived and grow i think in America so you can do it. Make business and surpass your life in the US

@user-vl6xk3tq8o 9 ай бұрын

South Jersey is not the real Jersey

@drfeelgood3073 8 ай бұрын

Sorry. You guys will struggle Bad mistake leaving nj. Remember there’s no government assistant there. The man followed his wife EMOTIONAL DECISION. Go back to the states. They were not doing well in jersey , what makes them think they will succeed in PH Go back home and build, buy real estate etc!!!!!

@user-no6tp6nr4k 9 ай бұрын

How realistic is it for an expatriate family like this to earn a "living wage" from a KZfaq channel?

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

If sponsorships are done right, it’s very possible.

@Car_Porn 9 ай бұрын

Depends If you can collaborate with big channels asap These guys want to make money off their followers that’s the reality of it ….

@scorpio7seven28 8 ай бұрын

Jersey sucks - it’s expensive, cold, gray and hood-ish.

@insomniacfirehorse6425 9 ай бұрын

So the western women thought we Filipinas onlyy wantnto have a green card? Naahh and your baby will grow up like Filipinos.

@user-tv6kh9os1o 9 ай бұрын

Maybe its time the world can learn a thing or 2 from this 3rd world country - from using the tabo or bidet to self care and emotional wellness..

@gangstagummybear3432 9 ай бұрын

Or any country that wasnt aligned with The US or the USSR in the Cold War conflict.

@herbs369 9 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@TORCHTVsa 9 ай бұрын

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

🔥❤️

@Mickeyyy0909 9 ай бұрын

Hi evan, check out matt reardon he’s an american and exploring the philippines he’s staying near bgc and just starting to grow his channel make an interview with him. 😊

@TheSavvyExpat 9 ай бұрын

I might do a collab with him 😁