Expat Bill

Welcome to Expat Bill!
I’m Bill—an American retiree sharing the real, everyday experience of starting a new life in the Philippines. This channel follows my journey as I adjust to a new culture, build a simple lifestyle, and discover what it truly means to live with purpose in retirement.

Here you’ll find:
🇵🇭 Insights on life in the Philippines from an expat perspective
💰 Cost of living guides and budgeting tips for retirees
🏠 Advice on housing, visas, safety, and settling in
🍛 Local food, markets, and daily routines
🙏 Reflections on faith, gratitude, and finding joy in a new country

If you’re curious about expat life or considering retiring in Southeast Asia, this channel gives you honest information, practical advice, and real-life stories from someone living it day by day.

Subscribe and join me on this adventure of simple living, cultural discovery, and faith-filled retirement in the Philippines.