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What Could Happen If You Rely Only on PhilHealth: An $8,000 Cautionary Tale

Cautionary tale of PHP 450k surgery and why expats must buy private cover.

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Why My $200K Business Requirement Dropped to $100K (And Yours Can Too)

How I cut a US$200K foreign-capital rule to US$100K - practical Philippine steps.

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Your Pension Goes Tax-Free in the Philippines - But There's a Catch

Your pension can be income tax-free in the Philippines-but only under certain conditions.

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The Dark Side of Philippine Healthcare Nobody Talks About

The hidden problems in Philippine healthcare: access, corruption, and inequity.

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What are the Interest Rates for SSS Loans?

SSS loan interest rates, fees, and how to check them.

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Can I Contribute Less Than ₱1,000 to SSS?

Can you pay under ₱1,000 to SSS? Quick guide to what SSS allows.

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How Much is My Monthly SSS Contribution?

Quick guide to compute your monthly SSS contribution in the Philippines.

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Understanding SSS Death Benefit: Eligibility and Claims Process

How to claim SSS death benefits in the Philippines - eligibility, steps, and checklist.

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SSS Unemployment Benefits: Who's Eligible and How to Claim

Quick guide: who can get SSS unemployment benefits and step-by-step claim process.

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How to Check Your SSS Beneficiary Status Online

Quick steps to view your SSS beneficiary status using My.SSS.

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