Financial Adviser Warns OFW Families: Money Remittance Won’t Last Forever

Families relying on money remittance from overseas Filipino workers must be prepared for the day money sent to them regularly would eventually stop coming,...

5 Important OFW Values That Make Them Vulnerable to Abuse

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Is Working Abroad For You? Check Out These 10 Pros and Cons

Many Filipinos dream of working abroad. Every day, thousands of kababayans leave the Philippines for jobs all across the world. While deciding to work...

19 Negative Filipino Traits & Values That Need to Change

There are things we find annoying about Filipinos—our bad habits don't seem to change for the better. It may be true that certain nationalities...

Why Filipinos Pay to Access Beaches That Should Be Free

The Philippines is renowned for its beautiful beaches, with white sands, turquoise waters, and tropical sunsets that draw both locals and tourists alike. These...

13 Disadvantages of Filipino Children with OFW Parents

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4 Reasons Why Many OFWs Fail to Save Money

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Marrying A Seafarer: 11 Questions Ladies Should Answer First

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OFW Career: 6 Ways to Avoid Over-Extending It

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SSS Online Made Easy: A Comprehensive Guide to Online Contributions, Benefits, and Security

SSS online services, which consist of the Social Security System's website, mobile app, and text service, provide its members' convenience to various services, including membership registration, contribution payments, benefit claims, and loan applications. This gives members options other than going to SSS offices which may be inconvenient at certain times. Membership registration is one of the most significant online services...

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