Quote Originally Posted by ginapeterb View Post


.......... the only saving measure for them is if they have children via the said marriage, which will act as heirs and successors of any property purchase, if their are no heirs, then the property can be divided between any surviving Filipino relatives, this will in most cases create divisions and resentment, especially if the poor British national is living in the house at the time.
My understanding - and I may be wrong on this - is that upon the death of my wife, my self & kids would inherit her estate (her share of the house). Even if my kids have dual citizenship, because they are not natural born Filipinos (and neither am I !), we would not be allowed to own the property and would be forced to dispose of the house. Its this scenario that makes the company ownership option preferable.

The other concern would be my immigration / visa status following my wife's death - would I be allowed to remain there on a long-term basis?

Regards,

Nigel