Amethyst by Stella

Move smart.
Invest wisely.
Live beautifully.

Finance background.
Filipino at heart.

After building my career in London with institutions including BlackRock and AXA Investment Managers, I relocated to the Philippines — and never looked back. That transition gave me firsthand experience of everything my clients now face: visa complexity, property navigation, cultural adjustment, and the quiet joy of building a life somewhere new.

Today I channel over a decade of international finance and deep knowledge of the Philippine market into practical, personalised guidance. Whether you’re arriving for the first time or deepening your roots here, I help you move with clarity and confidence.

I’m a polyglot — fluent in English, French, Spanish and German, with Tagalog and Italian in progress — which means I genuinely understand the experience of adapting across cultures and languages.

10+

Years international finance experience

4

Languages fluent

2+

Years living in
the Philippines

Your guide to
life here.

Relocating to a new country is equal parts exciting and overwhelming. I’ve done it myself — and I work with you one-on-one to make your move as smooth and informed as possible.


CONSULTING

Relocation Planning

Step-by-step guidance on moving to the Philippines — from choosing the right city and neighbourhood to setting up your life on arrival. Practical, honest and tailored to your situation.

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Visa & Residency

Clarity on the visa options available to you — SRRV, 13A, tourist extensions and more — along with guidance on timelines, requirements and what to expect from the process.

Lifestyle & Settling In

The things no guidebook tells you. Healthcare, banking, schooling, safety, expat communities and the cultural nuances that make daily life here genuinely rewarding.

Finding your place
in the Philippines.

Beyond consulting, I work with a curated selection of properties — primarily in Cebu — for clients looking to buy or lease in the Philippines. My background in finance and two years on the ground mean I approach property with both analytical rigour and local insight.
If you’re exploring property as part of your move or as an investment, I’m happy to share what I’m currently working with and connect you with the right people on the ground.

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Speak with
confidence.

Premium one-on-one conversation sessions in French and English. Real-life dialogue, cultural fluency, and the confidence to speak naturally in any setting.

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No fluff.
Just what matters.

Practical, experience-based guides to help you navigate life and travel in the Philippines with confidence. Written from real experience — not research.

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Languages

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Tagalog

Native / Fluent

Master the local language to connect deeper with the Filipino culture and people.

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English

Professional

Navigate business and daily life in the Philippines with professional English support.

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