I think retirement is a pipe dream...

Saint Pompano said

We've considered this off and on for years. We already own a compound in the Philippines so I have a place to go, but it's just a matter of deciding if I want to quit working (2+ years into my 2nd career) sell our stuff and move. We would have to have a house built for us on a portion of the compound, but it doesn't need to be big and shouldn't cost too much. I know my wife wants to be closer to family, but all of the kids are in the states and I'm not sure they would visit us in the Philippines.

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I have looked into the Philippines myself .. im not sure it’s for me since i keep hearing and reading that most of the country is very ‘rough’, for lack of a better word.. of course, there are areas w/some of the most beautiful beaches in the world- but it’s my understanding that most of those areas have relatively few conveniences and not great infrastructure.. as far as the more populated areas, it seems as though the unending poverty can be depressing , the internet is spotty and , again, not so great infrstructure .. but since you have a place there, im sure you could enlighten me .

In re to you building a home on ur existing compound- you are right, it seems that home construction there (materials & labor) is extremely cheap by our standards, even after factoring in worldwide inflation .

As far as the kids visiting you in the Philippines- does it matter ? Just plan on making a trip home once or twice a year to see them here in the US .