Wise OFW: 7 Great Habits of a Successful Pinoy Worker

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Life of Filipino Domestic Workers in Russia

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8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

The Christmas season is a fitting celebration overseas Filipinos can quickly look forward to. But it is also a season to make money mistakes....

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,...

Ramadan in the Eyes of Vulnerable, Abused Domestic Workers

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

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How Direct Hire Works for Filipinos Applying for Overseas Jobs

The Philippines is one of the world’s top sources of overseas workers, with millions of Filipinos employed across the globe. While most Overseas Filipino...

5 Important Reasons Why OFWs Need to Apply for Financial Loans

One common misconception about overseas Filipino workers is that once they start their employment abroad, they are free from debt mainly because they receive...

When Domestic Helpers Receive Low Budget for Weekly Food Expenses

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List of Countries That Offer Visa-Free Access to Filipinos

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