You dreamed of a simpler, sun-filled life in the Philippines—vibrant markets, friendly smiles, and breathtaking beaches. But what they don’t tell you in the travel brochures is that this paradise has a persistent undercurrent: a sophisticated world of scams specifically designed to target newcomers and expats.
Tired of feeling confused, pressured, or cheated? What if you could spot a scam before it costs you money, dignity, or even your legal right to stay in the country?
Introducing The Expat’s Shield: A Survival Guide to Scams in the Philippines—your ultimate digital armor. This is not a vague blog post. It’s a comprehensive, 15-chapter masterclass that documents and dissects over 300 specific scams, giving you the street-smart intelligence to live with confidence, not fear.
Stop Learning Through Costly Mistakes
This guide leaves no stone unturned, providing you with clear “Defense Protocols” for every threat:
The Daily Grind: From fake eggs and rigged market scales to counterfeit medicine and “bait-and-switch” tricks.
Financial Traps: The infamous fake gold bar scam, Ponzi schemes, fake crypto platforms, and SIM-swapping to drain your bank account.
Digital Deception: Facebook Marketplace fraud, fake online sellers, and phishing attacks tailored for the Filipino digital landscape (GCash/Maya).
Social & Authority Scams: How to handle fake police shakedowns, navigate complex “sob story” grifts, and understand the cultural dynamics that scammers exploit.
Institutional Fraud: Protect yourself from fake visas that can get you deported, real estate title fraud, and complex rental scams.
More Than a List—It’s a Mindset
The Expat’s Shield is different. It goes beyond listing cons to teach you the “Scam-Smart” mindset. You’ll learn the cultural concepts like utang na loob (debt of gratitude) and hiya (shame) that manipulators use, transforming you from an easy mark into a vigilant, informed resident who can’t be pressured.
For less than the cost of a Starbuck’s coffee, you gain lifetime protection. This book pays for itself the first time it prevents a loss—whether it saves you $50 or $50,000.
We offer a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee. If you don’t feel significantly more prepared and confident, you get a full refund.
Stop funding scams through trial and error. Get “The Expat’s Shield: A Survival to Scams in the Philippines” e-book now and secure the peaceful, joyful life in the Philippines you truly deserve.