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Is it a change in scenery, an uplift in financial status, or just being in a place that others find hard to reach that...

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6 Tips for OFWs on Vacation in the Philippines

One of the first planned activities of OFWs following years of working abroad is going on a trip or vacation. Getting a few days...

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This is a sequel to the first article that appeared on this website. We appreciate the positive feedback and hope that you will find...

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,...

Red Sea Crisis: Three Filipino Seafarers Dead, Five Rescued After Ship Sinks in Houthi Attack

Three Filipino seafarers have been confirmed dead, while five others were rescued after the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier MV Eternity C was attacked by Houthi rebels and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, according to the Department...

Can I Send My LCD TV To Philippines Via Balikbayan Box?

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9 Reminders To Check Before You Start Your Work Abroad

It is not surprising that when you ask a fresh graduate what’s their plans, the reply you hear might include the word “abroad”. And why not, a sibling or uncle or cousin must have shared stories abroad and that it promises wages that are inconceivable in the Philippines. Working abroad is an exciting opportunity for growth, new experiences, and financial...

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