Quote Originally Posted by Steve.r View Post
Just as a thought for potential work, my Mahla's uncle is a well connected businessman in his area. He has farm land where he grows onions and rice, he also buys and sells the produce from other farmers. As he just manages the land work, ie, not hands on, he also runs a driving business, like an airport pick up, long runs to and from Manila to the province. He has told me that he would set us up with land next to his (as he knows it is available) and help us start a business with his guidance. Being from a country background, this sounds pretty good. I have to talk about the 'nuts and bolts' of the business of course on my next visit, but it seems like it could be a good idea.
I am also a qualified teacher of further education, so I could fit into a teaching role of some description, and as an engineer I am quite adaptable.

I know that I would not make the sums of money like here in the Uk, but as long as I can eat, drink and keep a roof over my head, isn't that what we are after if we go to live in another country. For me, I would like to live as a local, I will always keep a buffer for 'just in case' purposes. But if the business of working the land goes ahead, it (should be) profitable and sustainable (with uncle's help).

Any thoughts?

Steve
Well Steve. One of my ex's had some land, and it was profitable.
Is a real good idea you have there my friend.
Perhaps we can chat in more detail, as I too have thought of this.
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