BUYING A FIXER UPPER AS MY FIRST HOME?!! | House Hunting Vlog #2

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

THANKS FOR WATCHING YA'LL! Am I crazy for wanting a house this ugly? Or did yall see the vision???
Also, if you go through this process I recommend getting SEVERAL bids by a contractor before choosing one!

[@brenishanunn7899]

Definitely see the vision. I'm a crafter so I can see the beauty beyond the shrubs and weeds

[@TinynBris]

I'm a visionary and I see the vision. I'm in the process buying a fixer upper. I think you smart when adding equity. However, you know what you can handle.

[@demitra43]

Location location location. We did end up buying a fixer upper and 5 yrs later we love our house, but it hasn't always been easy! Homeownership is hard! Throwing in reno, life, kids blah it's hard sometimes! Getting back to my point we can change the paint color but not the street traffic, schools etc. Location matters!

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

That's true!! Location matters soooo much!

[@sharonstewart8000]

No baby . Get a HUD home/ hey teachers discount and the 15,000.and go to a rich neighborhood get your Dad and Mom envolved. Teachers get discounts 5ake your time heis lieing. He can buy 8t.

[@duvalcountytv8834]

I think it's really smart buying a fixer upper. That way you can fix the house up the way that you would like it. older homes structure usually are better then new homes structure simply because they are now putting new homes up with glue and tape. Older homes are way more durable and tougher then new built homes. Really enjoy watching the videos

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you so much!! 💕💕 Yesss that’s the goal!! I hope to buy a fixer upper one day 🤗 please be sure to subscribe

[@Jaygotdimes]

Um excuse me? Glue and tape

[@goodbye6395]

Glue and tape 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@gabrielnowell-brown6136]

Facts glue and tape is hilarious 🤣🤣🤣 but me and wife just closed on a home that was built in 1970 all brick.

[@melonjoy2905]

You say that you've been declined on 3 different homes. Sis count it all joy God has something much better for you, continue to keep the faith.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you! I will 💕💕

[@cynthiaburgs9484]

I think I know where heart is, but I agree with the much better part. It will most interesting to see if u follow where u r being lead. Most interesting.

[@entertainingsims2580]

once you buy a house can you do cleaning up videos transformations it would be so interesting to watch

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Yesss!! That’s the plan! I hope to get a cleaning video done soon!!

[@sharonstewart8000]

Baby your roof cost 10,000
God was looking afterwards you baby.take your Time you can do it but take your time. They was crooks

[@keshaf6144]

I'm a Howard Alum as well. HU--YOU KNOW! Anywho, I want a fixer upper but I don't really know how much it's gonna cost me so I want to say THANK YOU for filming the walk-through of this house with a BLACK contractor and allowing us to personally hear different prices for different renovations. This has helped me immensely ❤️

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

🗣H-UUUUU!!! Yay! I’m so happy you enjoyed the video & were able to gain something from it! 💕 I wish you luck on your process! Good luck 👏🏾

[@florentinequack]

12 years ago I renovated after Hurricane Katrina……HVAC alone was $7000. Your contractor never quoted a price for a new roof, soffit and gutters either…..I just think 55K was a bit too low for a total renovation. So glad you eventually found your dream home…from your videos it seems to be very strong and sturdy foundation. 💜

[@chickyboo1218]

Kayla, I’m sorry about your denial. However, as a a believer we know that delay doesn’t mean Denied! Continue your journey!
Can’t wait for the next video🤗

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Naya Jackson thanks boo! Yessss! Thanks for watching 😊😊😊

[@cookie234ful1]

They need to go down on the price of that house

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Definitely!! It needed quite a bit of work!!

[@theresadecottle6926]

I agree!

[@MarcusCq]

"Do you guys think I'm crazy..." It's debatable. Maybe exceedingly optimistic

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Marcus.Anthony Always gotta look on the bright side!! 😉

[@JB3LL89]

It is NO WAY I would pay 100k for that house . I would definitely look at something brand new or something with less work needing to be done with the budget you have. Best of luck to you

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

😂😂 lol I know.... thank you! I offered them 90k for it

[@nikkiep23]

I purchased my first home last year and while it's an older home, the first floor was completely renovated and that was a huge selling point for me. Plus all of the doors and most of the lighting fixtures were replaced. The only two rooms that I need to renovate are the upstairs bathrooms which really arent that bad, just older. I say all that to say that it's not crazy to purchase a fixer upper if you have the right contractor and professionals to help you along the way. I wouldn't do it on my own because I dont have the skillset nor the patience.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Nikkie thank you for watching 💕 I completely agree & congrats on purchasing your home 👏🏾

[@brenishanunn7899]

No. I don't think you are crazy. Amazing women always like a challenge and that's what I think about fixer uppers. It's a challenge and something that you can say, I DID THIS. I TURNED THIS DEVASTATION INTO A MASTERPIECE AND IT'S MINE. That's the beauty in it

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Yesss!! I completely agree! 👏🏾 one day in the future I hope to be able to buy one!

[@cindybthatsme6640]

I have also been looking for fixer uppers in Nawlins. The problem is, in order to find a great deal, u have to be willing to spend on Inspections. They’re priced according to square footage, upwards of $350. In my opinion, this house wasn’t worth $100K. Yes, it can totally be transformed, but u don’t know what u have until u do that gut that the contractor recommended. I put one together after hurricane Katrina, and it was gutted to the studs, needed a total rewire and electrical box. The estimate was $75K with a $15K contingency. Every penny was spent. With COVID-19, I can’t find any 203K Loans either, the banks and mortgage companies find them risky right now. I wish u all the luck in finding the perfect house to make it ur perfect home. Be patient, take ur time, and HAGGLE. If u have to spend $50K in renovations, prepare to have a $15K contingency, especially in an old house. Check the comps on the best houses in the neighborhood. Try to have equity in ur fixer once its complete. Good luck, Love! 🥰

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you so much for the advice & sharing your story! Buying a fixer upper is definitely risky and I wasn’t able to get this one due to COVID-19 as well! They wouldn’t give me the loan! Anyway, if I do go this route in the future I will remember that the estimate will most likely go up and be prepared for any surprises!! Thank you 💕💕💕

[@lorimullen3680]

No, you are not crazy at all, you are very smart about this journey. All this experience rolls up into more knowledge for you & never is it ➡time wasted, it is a journey to develop into, possibly a passion, that will be your Destination or Perfect Plan for you! Thank you so much for sharing, I enjoyed this video. It is fun to get to look through the houses with you!

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Aww thank you so much for watching 💕 I completely agree!! Happy you enjoyed it! 🤗🤗

[@megancrocker2234]

Hi girl, Now, that you walked us through it again yes, I can see it. It’s nice to see a young women wanting to do work to make it hers. Good luck! You will know when you find the right one and be so, happy. Take your time. Stay safe. Have a great night. God Bless guys!! Xo 😘

[@dominiqueacklin469]

I know I'm late but I'm new to this channel. The house buying process is so crazy. I bought my house Julu 2021. I look at about 15 house. Everyone wanted more then what the houses were worth

[@teetee2404]

Recently found your page. I am going through what you went through right now. So glad you found your perfect place. I think I’m going to put this on pause….so stressful. I have put in five offers, very depressing. I hate looking for a home during a seller’s market

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

it's very tough but don't give up!! you can do it!!

[@deirdrehoagland4679]

You are better than me. I don’t have the skill set or patience to manage that much of a fixer upper. Kudos for being smart enough to complete your journey to home ownership at such a young age. Looking forward to your home reveal videos! 😉

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you !! 🤗🤗🤗

[@brownskinbeauty410]

Babbbbbyyyyy! The lord really works miracles! I may be too late but I would wait if I was you the lord will make something fall into your lap. My parents got theirs built up 4 bed 2 Bath we picked every color every feature everything and paying less than I do for rent. That was definitely a blessing. Although u like a project these houses may not be what the lord has in store for you!!! You’ve done the work I say wait let the lord finish it for you ❤️ and let him pick the house. 👏🏾. Blessings to you and your endeavors 🙏🏾

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you 💕💕💕 I’m practicing patience!!

[@camaya9065]

I cant wait to see what you buy! Keep the faith when things don’t work out you get elevated to the next best thing ❤️. I don’t think you’re crazy the base price before Reno is really good in your area once you rehab and when things are less crazy you can Airbnb or rent a space in your home potentially so you can get a better ROI on rehab expenses

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Camaya Shar'de 🙏🏾 yes, I will!! Thank you for this sweet comment 🤗 I completely agree!

[@tharveyart3411]

I’m going through this at the moment! Every house I love gets snatched up so quick and I’m denied. Your videos help me through the emotional roller coaster!

[@kalenaglory2483]

They do go quickly! Here’s a tip: if a house you love has a pending status, ask if they will accept a backup offer. If the first falls through then yours will be considered.

[@alessiajoy2906]

You are determined! Can't wait to see your first house and how you make it home!

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you!! I don’t give up easily ♥️

[@jmr9735]

This video is older, and things have moved in other directions, but...You got LUCKY that you were denied! I'm on my second home, and some of those quotes seemed off. IDK, maybe not, but the HVAC system, for example - I guess if you just wanted to get a lower end system to get you in the house, that estimate was probably accurate, but then either it won't be as efficient as you'd like or you'll be replacing it sooner rather than later. I just got done getting a whole new HVAC system put in my small house, and it cost me almost $13k. This was a solid system, and I have a 12 year warranty on everything. I also will have two cleanings a year for free, etc. I had a new furnace put in my first home, and that cost me $6k. You get what you pay for. I was also shocked on the kitchen estimate. That seemed low, but I haven't done a full remodel, so I'm just guessing.
Bottom line: The right thing will come along when the timing is right. Just don't allow yourself to get too eager because you'll jump into the wrong deal. Good luck in your search!

[@mckenziem8584]

I always love when people are willing to take homes like these and fix them up! (Even though this one didn't work out) 😊

[@baebae5621]

Also too when owning a house never fix everything going in it could kill your pocket.....you will own the home forever then you’ll have forever to fix all that needs it

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Right!! Thank you!

[@mariettadavis-williams8562]

Fixer uppers need love too. I think you are an amazing young woman. You know what you want. Go for it. I LOVE FIXER UPPERS

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you! 🥰

[@timothysteward6798]

No you not crazzy. At least u have a goal I wish I did that when I was 25. God will step in for you. Don't worry. He have better for you.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you so much!

[@carolyngregory9354]

I’m a new subscriber, starting at the first videos, and I was excited about house #1, but disappointed with you when it was denied.

[@mariabolt3881]

Just to say, your vlogs kept me sane during UK lockdown. Thankyou!

[@vanessagreene369]

No on the second house to many trees and you’ll be replacing your roof nah sis

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Yeah, it didn’t work out thankfully !

[@TkeyahNicole]

I really like this house... I call these "grandma houses" because my granny lived in a house similar to this style. This is the style of home I want to buy. I believe that older houses have more character. I love them. You are not crazy at all.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Yesss! They really do ! Thanks girl. I love them too! Lil bungalows are one of my favorite styles! Same, the more character, the better! Thanks for watching :)

[@CatAndrina7]

That’s a great name for them.

[@taracherietellz]

GET A BRAND NEW
HOUSE OR ONE WITH LESS ISSUES.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

TARA B TALKS lol!! I know right!! Thank you so much for watching 💕

[@veedavis467]

Thaaaank You sooo much for asking for prices I'm trying to buy my first fixer upper... You are really showing me ❤

[@Michelle.05]

The contractor seemed shady to me! His prices seemed to be way off, too. Another money pit that you dodged!

[@tammymiddleton8449]

Sweetheart I respect whatever decision you make. Its your life and your dwbt. If you have the patience, the price tag, the money, the time, the sacrifice, the endurance, and the determination to totally renovate then go for it but i just want you to think about something. Are you prepared to handle what the contractor may NOT see at first glance which further expands the price tag. Please pray about this. Please. But whatever betide congratulations 🎉

[@RoadtoEcoEmpwmt]

Wow…So glad you shared this. Thanks for sharing your journey to finding your home!!

[@typicalmood]

Definitely not crazy! I'm really enjoying these videos!!

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you so much sis!! 💕💕

[@promise7407]

Thank you for this video! Subscribed! Excited for all that’s to come!😊

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thank you so much!! 🤗

[@lynnchappell3004]

Hopefully you'll trust God to guide you. Sounds like your wrapped up in being a homeowner. Girl Relax and Trust. Your learning in all this. God's got you.

[@mdooms76]

This house needed too much work. You can get a newer house, pay a little more and not need so many repairs. Once you fix one thing something else needs work. Ugh. Contractor work ends up being way more than estimated. I'm glad you found something else.

[@baebae5621]

Oh my goodness.......I know this one fell through....I’m sorry about that yet, NEVER NEVER NEVER.......meet with a contractor on your own.....always have a Man.....or some that knows something about the business.....so that theirs no real surprises......I’m really happy for you

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Awww thank you! Thats true 👏🏾👏🏾 i appreciate it! My boyfriend & realtor were there!

[@baebae5621]

Young Lady Business ......I’m sorry I thought I only heard your voice.....usually men tend to deal better with men.....I’m 50 yrs old that’s been my experience ❤️

[@hannahwatkins7992]

That house is barely worth $50K, and you're really only paying for the land, because that place is beyond a mess. That's a scam, everything needs to be replaced.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Yeah, it’s a fixer upper for sure

[@hannahwatkins7992]

@@YoungLadyBusiness well I hope you are blessed in whatever you have decided❤

[@ThePrincesselise06]

I see the potential I think if the area is good nothing wrong with buying a fixer upper that’s what I’m going to do as well.

[@yummyasmr229]

That’s the reason they wanted cash or a Reno loan. The bank can’t fund more than the house is worth. You could’ve got that house for 50k for sure.

[@StrokaReviews]

You better than me, I would've offered 15k.

[@andrearoth2669]

Don't buy your first house if it needs that much work other things always come up nd you wind up spending more money than you intended putting you in debt up to your neck. Find one that doesn't need any work or very little work or a new manufactured home

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

That's true!

[@MrStanley39]

we all have to start from somewhere.........hopefully in 6 months i will be buying my first home.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 prayers going up !!

[@whomadeusrace1547]

I have wanted a fixer upper every since I was a child.

[@eyesonuyouheard5170]

To bad things didn't happen for you on the second house. Never give up you're on the right path.

[@stephaniedoesit6383]

Who is the contractor that you were talking to? His prices aren't bad at all. However, that is a huge project to take on.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Hey!! I wouldn’t recommend him. He charged me $75 just to come out and do this walkthrough & he was almost an hour late. I later found out that most contractors don’t charge a fee for an initial walkthrough/ consultation. More stuff happened too but just an Overall just a bad vibe about him!

[@stephaniedoesit6383]

@@YoungLadyBusiness oh that's horrible.

[@justessebonganga5225]

Where did you get the guy who was giving you estimation on renovation? Im looking into a foreclosed home. What was your procedure to get to this point?

[@amberbarry2568]

Right lol

[@marissab.3098]

I thought you were bat sh*t crazy for trying to buy a fixer upper, but as i was watching the video, I seen the vision! I was very hopeful for you and would have loved to see the transformation! Hey Subbie btw :)

[@lindakeyes9709]

It is fun watching your journey but i would highly reccommend passing on it you are looking ot a fulltime job on your offtime but you are younger than me lol. Always add money to all prices you are given for hidden problems

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Thanks!

[@BIGSISTALKwithBri]

Hi,
Do you have a video on the loan requirements and loan options you were able to get as a teacher?

[@cynthiasmith1379]

I know how you feel I been going through the same thing..

[@DESIDE01]

I’m on my fifth offer nothing yet I feel horrible

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Don’t worry, something will come!!

[@DESIDE01]

@@YoungLadyBusiness Thanks for the reply I went out this weekend and made 2 more offers

[@steph15hudgins]

Did he say about how much is the rewiring for the house?

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

No he didn’t . I wouldn’t recommend this contractor lol

[@baebae5621]

And Pavers are better and cheaper than concrete walkways

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Good to know!

[@glenngreenlee5384]

Thank you very informative

[@almoalmoalmoalmo]

Omg I love this

[@cyrinastluce4790]

Hey kala , you are not crazy but optimistic. In my opinion i will not put 100k in this house, because i dont think it worth it but if you do purchase it , you will put about 75k to make it your own. good luck young lady.

[@iyabonita]

My goodness, they should come down on the price. If not, then you need to spend your $50K wisely because this is a lot, lot, lot, lot of work. I wish you would consider a newer home because it will just cost you the same, less the stress and possible trouble. Hang in there girl.

[@janetjohnson9690]

He was an investor. All he is doing renting it out after is DOES renos on it.

[@eamcbmsc]

He’s giving you a great price for that kitchen lol

[@joyh2224]

No, get something more move in ready, you are too young

[@gabrielnowell-brown6136]

I think buying a fixer upper is smart. Fix it up and sale it for more. These new homes built from platic and one lighter will burn da whole damn house down 🤣🤣🤣

[@lynnchappell3004]

Alot of $ and work to get this house up. DO you have any one that can house hunt with you??

[@latiarastewart7826]

*Da da da da* 🥰

[@emmacaldwell3583]

God didn't want you too get that house he has one for you.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Definitely!

[@rhemathomas1982]

Guess who wants to buy a house now ???

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Omg Yaaaay!! 😍

[@rhemathomas1982]

@@YoungLadyBusiness I am so excited & nerves at the same time !!! You have inspired me! I will be starting my process soon !!!

[@melissareece8656]

Toooo many large trees directly over the house. That contractor waaaay overbid that remodel.

[@hi-xf7cj]

If you have to ask if you can afford something the answer is NO!!!

[@garyflythe1362]

Housing inspector stop thinking about the frilly nice looking stuff get the house up the code first. You need to get a few quotes

[@Tonniece3]

👍🏾💯❤️. Hugz

[@DeeSade]

Absolutely not! Don’t buy that house.

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

It didn’t happen lol!

[@ivychurch8247]

That's too much work to fix up that house.!!!!!!!!!

[@marvindee100]

Fixer to home please check me out miss house lady

[@YoungLadyBusiness]

Will do!! thanks so much for watching 💕

[@Millie-qd6tr]

That is not your house please pass on that one too expensive and tore up

[@Millie-qd6tr]

Where is her dad or a big brother why is she alone with these sharks

[@evejohnson8208]

A lot of women don't have a man , father or brother. I did the same but got mexican workers