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A Step-by-Step Guide for a Tropical Island Retirement
This isn’t just “another Philippines guide.” This one-of-a-kind ebook contains specific, actionable intelligence gathered from dozens of successful expats who are already living your dream.
“This guide saved us $4,200 in visa mistakes alone. It paid for itself 50 times over.”
— Mark & Susan, Retired in Baclayon
Here’s Exactly What You’ll Get:
VISA MASTERY MADE SIMPLE
No more confusing government websites. We give you:
SRRV Checklist: Every document, every fee, every timeline
The “Bank Deposit” Secret: Which banks in Tagbilaran make it easiest
Common Rejection Reasons (and how to avoid every one)
2024 Fee Breakdown: Down to the last peso
HOUSING INFO THAT SAVES YOU THOUSANDS
Stop overpaying! You’ll discover:
Real 2024 Rental Prices: Tagbilaran (₱15-35K), Panglao (₱20-50K), Baclayon (₱12-20K)
The “Boots on Ground” Method: How to hire a local scout for ₱500/day
Lease Agreement Red Flags: 4 clauses you must NEVER sign
Utility Connection Scripts: Exactly what to say at PLDT, BOHECO, water company
HEALTHCARE WITHOUT THE HEADACHE
Your health is priceless. We provide:
Hospital Directory: Which specialist is at which facility (with phone numbers)
Insurance Decoded: Maxicare vs. Pacific Cross vs. International SOS
Prescription Strategy: How to get your medications without hassle
Emergency Plan: What to do before the ambulance arrives
FINANCIAL PEACE OF MIND
Make your pension work harder:
Banking for Foreigners: Which branches have English-speaking managers
Money Transfer Guide: Wise vs. PayPal vs. bank wires (with fee comparisons)
Tax Reality: What you really owe (and what you don’t)
Monthly Budget Templates: For singles, couples, and families
CULTURAL INTEGRATION THAT ACTUALLY WORKS
Become part of the community:
15 Essential Visayan Phrases (with cultural context)
Fiesta Participation Guide: How to join celebrations authentically
Making Local Friends: Moving from “foreigner” to “neighbor”
The “Sari-Sari Store” Protocol: How to become a regular
Meet Your Guides
Marvin “Merv” Moore has coached national teams across 4 continents. He’s navigated foreign bureaucracy from Switzerland to Bhutan to Nepal. He knows how to get things done in new cultures.
Lerma Moore is a two-term barangay councilwoman in Cambanac. She knows which officials to talk to, which forms you actually need, and how to build community that lasts.
Together, they’ve built Bohol Coconuts from scratch—a thriving community hub that helps expats and locals connect. They’ve made every mistake so you don’t have to.
What Our Readers Say:
“The municipal comparison alone was worth the price. We chose Sikatuna over Panglao and saved $400/month while getting twice the land.”
— The Johnson Family, Michigan
“As a single woman, the safety and community sections gave me the confidence to move alone. I’ve never felt so welcomed.”
— Linda P., UK
“I followed the visa chapter exactly. Got my SRRV in 28 days while friends took 3 months.”
— Robert K., Retired Engineer
Your Investment vs. The Cost of Getting It Wrong
One visa mistake: $2,000+
One year of overpaying rent: $3,600+
Choosing the wrong location: Priceless stress
Medical confusion: Potentially catastrophic
