7 Toxic Attitudes of Some Filipinos Abroad Show to the World

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7 Common Reasons Filipino Seafarers Fail to Save

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Top Reasons You Are Denied Entry in Canada

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Why Many OFWs Remain Poor Despite Working Abroad for Years

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13 Disadvantages of Filipino Children with OFW Parents

The Philippines has millions of Overseas Filipino Workers whose sacrifices abroad help sustain their families back home. While remittances provide financial stability, the absence of one or both parents brings unique challenges to the children left behind. Below, we explore...

6 Reasons You Do Not Send Money to the Philippines

It is a common scenario where an overseas Filipino worker or OFW begins contemplating ways to grow his hard-earned money. Do not send money...

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OFW Business: Starting Your Cacao Farm Business

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