Abandoned Home - Unbelievable Whole House Remodel

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  • Abandoned Home - Unbelievable Whole House Remodel
    It is finally time to call this project completed. it has been a long 12 month process. Working with the occasional helper, this ugly duckling has been turned into a beautiful home.
    For those who don't know the backstory, I'll tell it here. This home was abandoned by the owner in 2010 and the taxes had been left unpaid for many years. Tax certificates were purchased by a corporate entity and during the tax sale in 2014, the property received no bids. The property was then awarded to the certificate holder who refused to accept it, opting instead to take a loss on the whole deal.
    The property reverted ownership to the county government in 2017 after tax certificates failed to be purchased for unpaid back taxes. The property sat on the unclaimed property list for 12 months and was subsequently listed as surplus property by the county government in early 2019.
    When I found the property for sale on the surplus property list, I put pencil to paper, and decided that I could make this project work if everything would work in my favor. My goal is total cost divided by expected rent cannot exceed 48. Initial expectations were purchase price of $5200 + $30000 in renovations and $850 rent. This gave me a gross ROI at 41.4 months. I decided to purchase the property.
    Total cost breakdown is in the final credits of the video. Total all in cost was $29,240 and estimated market value is $77,000 on the low end and $82,000 on the high end. Fair Market Rent is $1151, significantly higher than the target of $850. Gross ROI on this project is 25.4 months! To quote my old friends Ted Theodore Logan and Bill S Preston Esq., that is "Excellent!"
    Please leave a comment below and any questions you might have. I am always ready to answer questions and I really enjoy the feedback. It helps me improve.
    #WholeHouseRenovation #ExtremeRemodeling #AbandonedHouse
    EDIT
    For those of you still reading, I have had many people suggest that I didn't actually do this work that it was somehow staged. I assure you I did the vast majority of it with the exception of the things that I was required to hire an outside contractor by the permitting authority. No, I did not film the outside contractors.
    Yes, I did all the framing myself, trim/doors, flooring, ductwork, plumbing, most of the electrical, tile work, cabinets, countertops and painting (oh how I loathe painting).
    No, these aren't high end finishes ... you don't put high end finishes in a rental property. You use mid grade and durable finishes. When the tenant moves out, it will have hopefully held up and repairs will be a minimum. If repairs are required, I can be satisfied that the cost will not be terribly high.
    Also ... no I will not tell you exactly where I live.
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  • @CarolReidCA
    @CarolReidCA Před 3 lety +567

    It's nice to see a throw-away house be renovated into a decent home. Excellent job!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +33

      Thank you. It really was a labor of love.

    • @DannyH77
      @DannyH77 Před 2 lety +3

      @@RehabLife what state is this in?

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +8

      @@DannyH77 Florida

    • @DannyH77
      @DannyH77 Před 2 lety +5

      @@RehabLife nice thanks for the reply! I love Florida and the low taxes

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +13

      @@DannyH77 No state income tax and the property taxes are low too, but then we also are the butt of the Florida Man jokes so it's an even trade-off.

  • @haciendadad
    @haciendadad Před 3 lety +463

    Man, this guy has the knowledge to do everything!!! He is the definitely the right person for buying these homes!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +54

      I've learned much with 40 years in the construction industry.

    • @niniandsunny1353
      @niniandsunny1353 Před 3 lety +10

      @@RehabLife I was thinking just the same thing. You did it ALL!👍

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +10

      @@niniandsunny1353 *most

    • @niniandsunny1353
      @niniandsunny1353 Před 3 lety +9

      @@RehabLife I should have been more clear..lol I meant you can do anything that pertains to rehabilitating a home. 😄

    • @TheTinkle1
      @TheTinkle1 Před 3 lety +10

      @@RehabLife i can say that i have a fair amount of knowledge at 27 years of age only having learned most of it within the last 5 years but the intricate detail of everything you put into that house is years and years of dedication and my memory isnt good at all so learning all the building codes is a big down fall for me i enjoy learning by people like you so that i may do that on my existing house and property

  • @marioruiz4337
    @marioruiz4337 Před 3 lety +25

    Couple of things:
    1. Much respect ✊🏽
    2. You have a great friend (Ray)
    3. I wish I had dad like you to teach me these things.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +8

      Sadly, Ray passed away September 30th. He was indeed a great friend. I miss him dearly.
      My advice is to find that someone who can be your right hand and never let go.

    • @sandyadams9446
      @sandyadams9446 Před 3 lety +1

      RIP RAY.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you 🙏

  • @walkingthruyourdata-6019
    @walkingthruyourdata-6019 Před 3 lety +47

    20 minutes doesn't do all the pain and agony and trips to hardware stores it takes to complete a project like this. great job! I had to remodel our home after a kitchen fire. I didn't have to take it down to the frame, but down to new drywall. remodeling like this is much more difficult than building new.

  • @rochellee.pigman6495
    @rochellee.pigman6495 Před 3 lety +659

    Respect for this man’s skills.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +23

      Thank you 🙏

    • @kathyw7143
      @kathyw7143 Před 3 lety +10

      Yes
      Rochelle E. Pigman
      I would say you hit the nail on the head. I'm not here for politics, I'm here to watch some ugly turn into something beautiful.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +17

      @@kathyw7143 you will not be getting that crap from me! I’m just here for the great conversation :-)

    • @rochellee.pigman6495
      @rochellee.pigman6495 Před 3 lety +5

      @@kathyw7143 Nail on the head pun 🥰😋😅

    • @kathyw7143
      @kathyw7143 Před 3 lety +3

      @@rochellee.pigman6495 😁

  • @singhA1968
    @singhA1968 Před 3 lety +333

    At this age, you work a lot. you inspire me. thanks

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +38

      That makes me happy to know. My work week is roughly 100 hours but not all of it is construction.
      Thanks for watching!

    • @funnyhunny3407
      @funnyhunny3407 Před 3 lety +8

      @@RehabLife that motivates me.. thank you.

    • @ReecePowell
      @ReecePowell Před 3 lety +4

      You know that, giving us all that get up and go drive!

    • @RA12121
      @RA12121 Před 2 lety +1

      Truly!!! More power to you, man!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +2

      Thanks

  • @msgreen512
    @msgreen512 Před 3 lety +71

    Wow!!! This guy seemed to know how to do *everything.* The house turned out beautifully, Good job, Sir and friend Ray!🙏🏽

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +6

      Thanks I appreciate that!
      RIP Ray 9/30/2020

    • @msgreen512
      @msgreen512 Před 3 lety +5

      @@RehabLife nooooooo.... I'm so sorry to hear your friend Ray is no longer with us. Yes, may he rest in peace.🙏🏽

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +9

      I still miss him every day. He was my right hand and motivator. I owe much of my success to him.

    • @msgreen512
      @msgreen512 Před 3 lety +7

      @@RehabLife Friends like your friend Ray are rare, l'm grateful to have three. Rhonda, Debbie, and Marian have been my closest and most dear Amigas for 30 plus years. They know all my secrets and l know theirs. Ray is still with you each time you remember a laugh you shared. We are never quite ready for the people we hold dear to transition to the other side. You have been so nice to speak with a stranger like me about your sadness over the loss of your friend. I appreciate you and would have liked to have known him. Mr. Rehab Life Sir, are a Gentleman and a Scholar. Please take care this world seems to get a little crazier every day.🙏🏽

  • @dialankford7088
    @dialankford7088 Před 3 lety +131

    He literally has skill in everything 😭

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +12

      I had very good teachers

    • @bufyc1779
      @bufyc1779 Před 3 lety +6

      I’ve know a few people who have the skill set to do this. Mostly in their 60’s and 70’s now. This type of project would be great for high school, and habitat for humanity (rather than build from scratch).

    • @heathenamerican8149
      @heathenamerican8149 Před 3 lety +2

      Just start with small projects like building side tables. That's what I'm doing and it's actually a lot of fun as a hobby.

    • @ThatFatMom
      @ThatFatMom Před 3 lety

      Reminds me of my Dad

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +8

      Do what you love and never work a day

  • @dorcastoth1014
    @dorcastoth1014 Před 3 lety +179

    You did a great job, so glad you left the cathedral ceiling, and loved your layout and colors. Personally, I don’t think anything is wrong with you.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +25

      Thank you 🙏
      This is my typical color scheme and it seems to work. Opening up the ceiling to make it cathedral is what made this home really great.
      Thanks for watching!

    • @joshwhite1268
      @joshwhite1268 Před 3 lety +8

      I was wondering about that ceiling myself. That is great!

  • @tlynn609
    @tlynn609 Před 3 lety +50

    Looks amazing for being a property you spent $5,000 on. You have done an awesome job fixing it up!!

  • @paulabaker7728
    @paulabaker7728 Před 2 lety +31

    What a transformation. Love this little house. This man has awesome skills and good health to do these projects! I can't wait to see what's next. ☺️🙋‍♀️

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +3

      Current project is also on this channel. Check out the $6000 house renovation playlist.

    • @paulabaker7728
      @paulabaker7728 Před 2 lety +3

      @@RehabLife I just love the entire process. I like to see things done the right way and if one has to make modifications, we need to know how to do it the right way. Thank you.

  • @annamlandis12
    @annamlandis12 Před 3 lety +64

    This is so inspiring. Just discovered your channel and I think we’re all thankful you documented your journey! Hope to see more. Congrats!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      Currently I am working on another home. The project is also on this channel. Feel free to check it out.

  • @jonathandiyvega5486
    @jonathandiyvega5486 Před 3 lety +73

    One of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen, massive respect sir!

  • @delorishart211
    @delorishart211 Před 3 lety +14

    These mature men get around better than i can at my age. You are great!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Mature 😎😎 I like 😎😎
      Thanks for watching!

  • @GIE79
    @GIE79 Před 3 lety +16

    This is dope you can rent this and keep doing more houses and bam you making money but at the same time you helping other with affordable price of rent👍🏽Amazing

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +6

      Yep, that’s my goal!

    • @sarahlynnmarkham2760
      @sarahlynnmarkham2760 Před rokem

      Truly what it means to use your god given hands to add love in your work. The new families will feel your love,thrive and take care of other Floridians.

  • @davide6576
    @davide6576 Před 2 lety +12

    Man you are my kindred spirit. I'm 62 and have rehab a many properties over the years with alot of it trial by fire. The comments are spot on. It's rare to find people that can do all of the trades well. Even my piers in the business rely on many other trades to help them...I hope more of the younger people learn these skills. They can be used your entire life. Never have to worry about working. BTW the full saying is and I point this out when I'm decribed like this..."Jack of all trades, master of none but oftentimes better than master of one"

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +3

      I had some great teachers and I am smart enough to bring in help where it’s needed. Indeed this is a dying art where one person can do multiple things not just so them but do them well.
      Thanks for watching and I hope you hang out and check out my other videos.

    • @sukru6797
      @sukru6797 Před 9 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing the full quote. I never knew there was more to it.

  • @lhasaapso3360
    @lhasaapso3360 Před 3 lety +41

    SUPERHERO!!! Not only impressed with your workmanship, but your attention to detail. Thank you for a great video. Much respect!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @thesusboomerroblox6516
    @thesusboomerroblox6516 Před 3 lety +123

    All I want to do is live in a comfortable size house with a dog and retire after a lot of money is made to live happy

  • @kellyhoneyfeloncdljourney
    @kellyhoneyfeloncdljourney Před 3 lety +25

    Yes sir, much respect for this man's skills. Good choice of music too for the video, not too blaring, ya know?

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      Thanks! I appreciate the kind words.

  • @susanpeterson9558
    @susanpeterson9558 Před 3 lety +15

    Amazing you made a house into a HOME. I really enjoyed watching a true ARTIST at WORK! ✌ & 💘 to ALL

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you for the kind words. I really think I met the goal.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @maggiesue4825
    @maggiesue4825 Před 4 lety +68

    What a nice, comfortable home you've made!!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +6

      Thank you! It really did turn out beautiful, but admittedly I did have some help along the way. Thanks for watching!

  • @carlaj38
    @carlaj38 Před 3 lety +159

    Is there anything you don’t know how to do?👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +36

      Haha well, let’s just say there isn’t anything that I am afraid of trying. That being said I have more years experience in construction than I care to remember. I’ve actually done most jobs professionally except refrigeration. I have been an HVAC technician just not doing the refrigeration part.

    • @garyleeheard3434
      @garyleeheard3434 Před 3 lety +7

      That's what I was thinking too..
      Can make huge profits doing most of the work your self..

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +26

      To hire a construction company to do this work would have cost in excess of $100k clearly not a winning strategy.

    • @garyleeheard3434
      @garyleeheard3434 Před 3 lety +2

      @@RehabLife yeah they get ya with the labor costs.. which is hard work depending on what all needs to be done..

    • @thewinddb
      @thewinddb Před 3 lety +3

      Nice work and great job. 👍💪

  • @gpaul9206
    @gpaul9206 Před 3 lety +31

    This man amazed me he does everything by him self

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +4

      I do most everything although as you can see in many of my videos, I do have helpers.

  • @mascottie
    @mascottie Před 3 lety +12

    You’re the definition of Do It Yourself. Great job!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      It’s cheaper that way! And I know it’s to my satisfaction and I have nobody to blame but myself if it isn’t.

  • @kathyw7143
    @kathyw7143 Před 4 lety +33

    Overall the house looks really good. My favorite is the front porch. I just love it. I'm DAMN thankful no smellavision. LOL

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +4

      The smell was horrible. Thankfully it only lasted a few days. The porch did turn out great! Thanks for being part of my journey!

  • @MattrexDeux
    @MattrexDeux Před 4 lety +31

    In an inversion of the natural order, your video editing skills are far better than mine.

  • @halnapkin5622
    @halnapkin5622 Před 3 lety +10

    I really appreciate the cost breakdown at the end!

  • @nenekidd123
    @nenekidd123 Před 2 lety +8

    Any time you can build a home from the inside out you get my respect. Marvelous job.

  • @samantha6554
    @samantha6554 Před 3 lety +41

    I love your house, it's so beautiful, proper old fashioned American house, you must be so chuffed with yourself, congratulations 😉👍🏼🇬🇧

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +9

      I am and I derived much joy completing this project. Thanks for watching from across the pond :-)

  • @adrianagarza7114
    @adrianagarza7114 Před 3 lety +37

    Im super impressed! I loved watching your video! In my country, Mexico, construction is very different, we dont use drywall, everything is made of brick and walls are not torn down or moved easily. But I just love your energy and loved watching you.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      Easy is relative

    • @judyfenske1429
      @judyfenske1429 Před 2 lety +1

      Your climate is different than ours,which makes sense for not any dry wall for your homes. Much cooler year roud.

    • @LucasFernandez-fk8se
      @LucasFernandez-fk8se Před 2 lety +1

      @@judyfenske1429 I mean california, Arizona, Florida, Texas and New Mexico I assume have similar climates to Mexico yet they all use drywall and wood construction (except coastal Florida since the 1992 hurricane) but everything else is still wood and drywall construction then faux stucco is usually applied in all of those states except Texas

  • @marieslabbert6009
    @marieslabbert6009 Před 2 lety +5

    I cannot believe that there are always people who question if this was staged. I think that the house turned out beautifully, thanks to a great deal of work by the owner. Well done! 👏👏👏

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you! Nothing was staged. Thanks for watching!

    • @teresarohlin1859
      @teresarohlin1859 Před rokem

      If a roof needs to be repaired in a 1920 house but inside the ceiling and part of living room floor have caved in due to water damage. Would you repair the roof first or have to fix the interior floor and ceilings first. Trying to save a a house

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před rokem

      Usually the foundation and floor is built before the roof, but depending upon how much of the floor needs to be repaired, you might want to fix the roof first. Usually, I will do the roof so I can work inside without having weather impact my ability to work on the floors.

  • @pyro323
    @pyro323 Před 3 lety +17

    This is my first time visiting your channel and I gotta say, you do good work! Keep it up! 👍🇺🇲

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      I hope you hang out with me more.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @sigrunjonasdottir5716
    @sigrunjonasdottir5716 Před 4 lety +50

    Congratulations on being finished ... Great job !!! It looks amazing. Thank you for making the recap. It was alot of fun to watch 😀 Greetings from Iceland

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +4

      Thanks for being a loyal fan! I really appreciate when people watch, and I’m so happy that you found it fun.

    • @sigrunjonasdottir5716
      @sigrunjonasdottir5716 Před 4 lety +3

      @@RehabLife I love your channel.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +3

      Awe stop it now, you are going to make me blush. 😊😊

    • @sigrunjonasdottir5716
      @sigrunjonasdottir5716 Před 4 lety +3

      @@RehabLife lol 😁

  • @rentalrehab5484
    @rentalrehab5484 Před 3 lety +40

    Excellent job !! Place looks great. Making someone a fine home.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      It does look really good. While I did most of the heavy lifting myself, I had some really good help. I hope the culmination of all the videos was worth it for you. I’d love to see some videos of your projects.

  • @NeliiStayzzG
    @NeliiStayzzG Před 3 lety +10

    I’m renovating my house right now, and I love coming back to your video just so it can satisfy me because I know it’s a process. :)

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      I wish you the best luck on your renovations! This one took me a whole year working almost every weekend. Thanks for watching!

    • @ReecePowell
      @ReecePowell Před 3 lety +2

      How are you getting on with your project? I love a good renovation, I'm actually thinking about selling mine and doing another one! Great learning curves!

  • @sandy1128
    @sandy1128 Před 3 lety +9

    My husband does all the same work that you perform so very well. He was a block mason in his teens, carpenter in his 20s, and commercial building contractor till 50s when he had enough Florida sun and became a county building inspector. Still does the occasional remodel. Love what you do. Takes lots of skill, experience, and hard work to be competent in mechanicals and good construction practices. Not many who are good like you. Only suggestion is we started doing counter tops in the same tile as bath floor. He builds to tops in marine plywood, seals then frames the top either painted or stained to match cabinets. Then sets tile on top with tiny grout lines. These counters last for decades longer than laminate. Also we like Hardie board for exteriors. Vinyl can leave in hurricanes😱.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      My current project is going to get the hardie siding.

  • @ayearetee3342
    @ayearetee3342 Před 3 lety +24

    Wow ! I've seen a lot of house rehabs but this is the 1st with a price of labor and materials laid out like that 👍
    Great job on the house aswell!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +5

      This didn’t include my own labor of about 700 hours.
      Thanks for watching!

    • @molondon3071
      @molondon3071 Před 3 lety +3

      @@RehabLife 7 weeks of work that’s crazy

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +4

      To build a typical house takes 12 weeks from foundation to rooftop. A great many of those days are wasted with little being accomplished or no work being done. When you do everything and don’t count downtime it seems much faster.

  • @janetduos1852
    @janetduos1852 Před 3 lety +12

    Yes!! I love seeing someone what knows what his doing! And does it right!!!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      I have the best viewers! Thanks for watching!

  • @wendyeskelin8765
    @wendyeskelin8765 Před 3 lety +42

    Good thing that floor was on the main level and not an upstairs. That was startling.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      You are not wrong! In the end I was more annoyed than anything.

    • @carriecreative6555
      @carriecreative6555 Před 3 lety

      @@RehabLife you truly have the right mindset for this type of work. Thank you for sharing your journey. I just might subscribe!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety

      I would like that! Thanks for watching!

    • @georgiadunstan2869
      @georgiadunstan2869 Před 3 lety

      Awesome Renovation! You are very skilled@@RehabLife

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety

      Thanks!

  • @jimtalor7971
    @jimtalor7971 Před 3 lety +9

    We use to call those dumpsters "magical"....they fill up the next day with someone else's debris!!
    No wonder some have locks on them.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +5

      Yep, it happens ... I caught someone putting trash in one once and he was genuinely surprised that I cared. When this goes to the landfill and there is household garbage in it, I can get a huge fine and triple dump fees. Thank you so much for thinking of the environment and picking up trash, now kindly reimburse me for the $1750 you cost me by throwing your household trash into my construction debris dumpster!

  • @boxtapper8550
    @boxtapper8550 Před 3 lety +19

    It's always satisfying when it's completed, turned out really good.

  • @nicholaslombardo5809
    @nicholaslombardo5809 Před 3 lety +9

    The house is beautiful sir. You really took something dead and made it alive again.

  • @sarahmcpherson5764
    @sarahmcpherson5764 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm impressed. I hope you get tenants that respect all your hard work.

  • @southpawtx
    @southpawtx Před 2 lety +2

    What a man you are. You've got your multiple skills honed, and you're still able to get down on your knees and work on the ground. You remind me of my stepdad who has since passed. If it could be done, he could do it.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety

      Not afraid to try anything and I had lots of great teachers.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @CindysBudgetBuysDIYs
    @CindysBudgetBuysDIYs Před 3 lety +41

    Wow, you can’t even buy a decent, used car for $5,000!!!! Amazing

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      Some might even say this wasn’t a decent house! 😂 😂 😂 but it turned out great anyway.
      Thanks for watching!

    • @CindysBudgetBuysDIYs
      @CindysBudgetBuysDIYs Před 3 lety +3

      @@RehabLife it really did turn out great!! I’m sure it didn’t hurt that you could do a lot of the work yourself!!! I’m all about saving money wherever I can. Job well done 👍🏻

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +5

      @@CindysBudgetBuysDIYs 🙏 years of experience paying off!

    • @toniy5515
      @toniy5515 Před 3 lety +1

      First of all, thank you for making this video. I had no idea of the amount of work needed to rehab a home. This is a way to provide a good living for your family, and for the next generation. Not be at the mercy of a company that might fold. You must sleep well at night, from your hard work, and from the security you have earned for your loved ones!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      @Toni Y thank you for watching! HGTV and others tends to give people a sugar coated idea of what is involved. They focus on eye candy instead of a functional, well thought out and affordable home. Most folks watching those shows just see them and see “pretty”. Folks who do what I do, know the real work needed to revitalize a property. Only a few people would ever attempt this. For better or worse, I am one of the few.
      Oh, just to be clear, this is a weekend gig and I work a full time job. In fact I have little time for sleep. I usually get to bed between 1-2am and usually get back at it between 6-7am 7 days a week.
      But it’s not work if you love it! I love it!

  • @MattCupan
    @MattCupan Před 3 lety +4

    This dude knocked out like every trade in that shack. Definitely put his name on that property.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety

      That’s what 40 years experience gets you!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @ceesmith
    @ceesmith Před 3 lety +1

    A reminder that hard work pays off. Well done.

  • @christinestephenson1742
    @christinestephenson1742 Před rokem +3

    Wow he made this place into a beautiful home! My husband is a contractor (retired) who used to restore older homes in Fort Worth. He eventually formed his own home remodel business. When I met him though he was working for Home Depot. When i retired we moved to our retirement land and he built our retirement home with me helping. We now have a comfortable little 960 Sq ft house and land and house are totally paid for. 17 acres in Central Texas.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před rokem

      Beautiful story! Thanks for sharing.

  • @garyflythe1362
    @garyflythe1362 Před 3 lety +30

    Absolutely great love tt more real home improvement not everything has it be high and finishes.I like how you move from craft to another repairing the home correctly

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +5

      I want it to be comfortable and functional. I think I achieved both.
      I also keep the mantra that “good enough is good enough” it doesn’t need to be perfect.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @williamh.2982
    @williamh.2982 Před 3 lety +10

    All I can say is you are a master..

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for the kind words. I spent many years both building and designing homes from the ground to rooftops.

  • @carolhickman3727
    @carolhickman3727 Před 2 lety +2

    This gentleman is a ‘jack of all trades’ when it comes to rehabbing a home. This was awesome to watch!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you! I try to do everything I can.

  • @txquilter608
    @txquilter608 Před 2 lety +5

    This was a wonderful renovation, you brought this house back to life. Some family out there will be grateful for your hard work. This is the first renovation where it's a regular home with no over the top stuff, Formica and store bought cabinets, this is what I would do. Thank you for posting the numbers at the end. You've got a new subscriber.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you! I’ve had some folks say I should have used high end finishes, but in a rental that just doesn’t make sense.
      Check out the $6000 brick home I’m currently remodeling.

  • @martinescincotti5385
    @martinescincotti5385 Před 3 lety +13

    You have the ability to be in rapport with that "ugly duckling" and skill to go right to the heart of what it takes to transform the living space into a beautiful swan! You are a living representation of (your company) & what we should all strive for if we expect to run proper business and attract customers etc.. You are an inspiration. Thanks for sharing the journey!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      It's mostly a one man operation, although I do have helpers. I learned from the best. I can't take all the credit. That and 40 years experience does have it's advantages.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @margaretdevries8090
    @margaretdevries8090 Před 3 lety +26

    He does everything! Great talents ! Doing a great job! I’m very impressed at all he has done!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      I’m impressed that I still have the ability to do it!
      Thanks for watching

  • @WilletteB
    @WilletteB Před 3 lety +5

    I enjoy watching home remodeling. You made this into a nice place. Thank you for sharing. 🙂

  • @helane1948
    @helane1948 Před rokem +5

    Congratulations on your achievement in renovating this old house. Looks great ! You certainly know what you are doing.
    Can't believe there are those who would query that it was just you with minimum help. It takes all kinds!
    Well done! 😊

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před rokem +2

      Thank you for the kind words! I do all the work that I am capable of doing, but I do have a helper sometimes.

    • @denasewell
      @denasewell Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@RehabLife Is this a rental property or are you selling it? It looks beautiful! You did such a great job.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 11 měsíci +1

      It is a rental property

  • @susiebevacqua2555
    @susiebevacqua2555 Před 3 lety +14

    Beautiful ! Your work is so amazing! I hope someone loves and appreciates that wonderful house!!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      Thanks! In fact this home has been rented for several months and the tenants love it.

  • @negilprince2562
    @negilprince2562 Před 4 lety +11

    You are really talented. Great job.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +3

      Thank you so much! I had great teachers and lots of experience. I only hope that I can provide the same for someone else. Thanks for watching!

  • @gailschenk8802
    @gailschenk8802 Před 3 lety +108

    WHERE HAVE ALL THE REAL MEN GONE THIS GUY CAN FIX ANYTHING A MAN AFTER MY OWN HEART MOST MEN THESE DAYS CANT EVEN MOW THE LAWN 🤷🏼‍♀️

    • @Sanic55
      @Sanic55 Před rokem

      Wait till you hear that most real women don't exist anymore either

    • @endlessnameless8181
      @endlessnameless8181 Před 11 měsíci +11

      you got money? I can do all these things.

    • @pluto9859
      @pluto9859 Před 10 měsíci +15

      I thought en and women were supposed to be equal 📸

    • @JessicaSantos-hl4dl
      @JessicaSantos-hl4dl Před 9 měsíci +1

      Agreed 😊

    • @Thatsanope411
      @Thatsanope411 Před 8 měsíci +7

      Through the floor of course

  • @elysapeth9135
    @elysapeth9135 Před 3 lety +2

    You have a talent that is rare to find. I can appreciate the smarts required to do so many different jobs that it takes to make a home. Truly, I'm reminded of my father who did this as well. It was his way to make a living and support our family; he just now retired from it. It makes me sad that such people are few and far between. I'm so happy to see this video, though. Thank you for posting!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      Wow, thank you! Your father sounds like a very industrious and talented person!

  • @heartslessons6243
    @heartslessons6243 Před 3 lety +51

    Do you think your wife will rent you out lol. Looking for a extra set of hands to help me redo my house.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +13

      Haha I have too many honey do’s now that if I die when I’m done, the good news is I’ll live forever!!
      I wish you all the best with your own home.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @montaviarowley6892
    @montaviarowley6892 Před 3 lety +6

    👀...”I can’t see that” lol he did an amazing job though...by himself! Bless this man!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +5

      I had some good help along the way. My best friend and work partner of 17 years passed away on Sept 30.

    • @stevenfuller2328
      @stevenfuller2328 Před 3 lety +2

      @@RehabLife sorry to hear that

  • @itzz.extreme2842
    @itzz.extreme2842 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank god you built this house not too modern not too old just perfect I love houses like these their not too modern I love it!!!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety

      Perfect for the rental market!

  • @purelight821
    @purelight821 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for not having annoying hipster music. I just like watching people improve a home. Thank you

  • @t.j.m3987
    @t.j.m3987 Před 3 lety +51

    You favor the great Bob Keeshan

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +7

      HAHA .. you would certainly not be the first to say that. I've often wondered how long it would be before someone on CZcams would make that comparison. It seems the answer is 552 days.
      Thanks for the chuckle and thanks for watching!

    • @sheilarivera-rivera3043
      @sheilarivera-rivera3043 Před 3 lety +1

      You did a fantastic job! What was your total expense on that rehab?

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +2

      Less than 30k including purchase.

    • @htownandi6263
      @htownandi6263 Před 3 lety +5

      Raise your hand if you're ok with admitting you're old enough to know who Bob Keeshan is lol. 🙋

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +4

      My office door had his photo on it for many years. Captain Kangaroo is my nickname at work and has been for at least 7-8 years. At first I was NOOO but I finally just accepted it 😂

  • @TheDogLife5225
    @TheDogLife5225 Před 2 lety +3

    Fantastic!!! I have been working on my own home as I go and have done a lot of things for the first time researching books and videos and when I am stumped, I find the older guys working in the appropriate department at the Home Depot and ask a lot of questions. They are full of knowledge and experience and it is a great way to show them some well deserved respect.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +3

      Good luck with your renovations. I find working on homes very rewarding so I do it a LOT! 😃

  • @felixlujan4809
    @felixlujan4809 Před 2 lety +1

    You got mad skills turning that junk house into a beautiful home. much respect to you.

  • @TheW3avers
    @TheW3avers Před rokem +2

    Absolutely love how the house turned out! The craziest part, for me, was that he did not wear gloves, even while working with the tin roof! You definitely have an amazing skill for this. Keep up the awesome work!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you! I try to do as much of the work as possible on my own.

  • @666princess9
    @666princess9 Před 3 lety +7

    man, i wanna be like u when i grow up lol

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +3

      You can be, pay attention and don’t be afraid to try things.

  • @lisaconverse5858
    @lisaconverse5858 Před 3 lety +12

    New subscriber 😀... I’m looking forward to watching all your other videos... I feel a video marathon coming up...home looks wonderful and cozy

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks for watching, I hope I don’t disappoint 🙂

    • @ReecePowell
      @ReecePowell Před 3 lety

      Binge watch time! I've literally just found the channel and I'm finding myself doing the same haha It's nice to see someone else doing what I've been doing for the last 5 months. Watching is just as satisfying as doing your own stuff haha

  • @meinmaine9138
    @meinmaine9138 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic renovation! Great job!

  • @candyjamaican
    @candyjamaican Před 3 lety +2

    A miracle!!! I can’t believe you did this and by yourself too. Wow. Amazing

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Mostly by myself. I had some great help along the way.

  • @kristinking3725
    @kristinking3725 Před 3 lety +4

    You did such a wonderful job. Truly a night and day difference.

  • @niniandsunny1353
    @niniandsunny1353 Před 3 lety +3

    This home (on the inside) reminds me of the modest home my husband and I had built. We lived in her 10 years. I think you did great!

  • @shannonoconnor3853
    @shannonoconnor3853 Před 2 lety +7

    Wow, what a transformation! My late father and my mom always did all the renovations on their house in Iowa where I grew up and also on their house in Washington where they moved to, and instilled the values of hard work and doing it yourself in my little brother and myself. You really inspired me, and just wanted to share that you really did an amazing job on this house! Love your kitty, too! >^..^< Look forward to seeing your future renovations!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +2

      I have several videos of my current project and a few of my past renovations. Feel free to check them out.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @sandiebowlin3793
    @sandiebowlin3793 Před 2 lety +1

    I love when you take something old and/or rundown and make it livable again. 😀❤️

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +1

      It’s my favorite thing to do

  • @htownandi6263
    @htownandi6263 Před 3 lety +28

    What a great job you did on the house. What was that little room off the back deck? Laundry? I kind of wished you had covered the whole space. One detail I noticed that may seem minor to most was the fact you installed a curved shower curtain rod. I loved that!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +13

      Laundry room...I love the curved rods...The open deck is actually desirable and the current tenants use it a lot

  • @mariam.a941
    @mariam.a941 Před 3 lety +4

    You did great job! I’m proud of you 👏❤️❤️

  • @dreamwork69
    @dreamwork69 Před 3 lety +1

    A video that took 1 year to film? Max respect!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Renovations took a year of weekends. Basically I spent 700 hours over the course of 12 months moonlighting on the weekends.

  • @Handeling
    @Handeling Před 3 lety +1

    What a Beautiful Home You have made for someone ❤

  • @tonitonitv1239
    @tonitonitv1239 Před 3 lety +9

    I wanna get in this business of flipping houses so bad I just don’t know where to start... but you did an amazing job ❤️

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +6

      You need some cash for sure or a credit line. It helps if you have a background in construction too.

    • @ReecePowell
      @ReecePowell Před 3 lety

      that's what I'd love to do as well!

  • @harlembrown8987
    @harlembrown8987 Před 3 lety +3

    Wow. Impressive range of skills!!

  • @ruthstory2277
    @ruthstory2277 Před 2 lety +1

    I love the way you framed that window...I've never seen anyone do that and it fit perfectly! WOW

  • @Anlenny
    @Anlenny Před měsícem

    I am a Hispanic Woman that work flipping and its great to see this type of videos, Demo firsst. Always.

  • @ReecePowell
    @ReecePowell Před 3 lety +6

    "can't find the iddy biddy screwdriver" - I know those struggles man!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety

      tiny screws, tiny lettering ... all this tiny stuff isn't made for me .. that's for the young folks!

  • @anwyllleona9605
    @anwyllleona9605 Před 2 lety +4

    This was an absolute pleasure to watch. I restore cars and this is like, the literal house version of that which I love. Interesting to watch, you're funny when it's warranted but you don't do it in a way that seems forced, and you turned a ~$5K decrepit shack into something I'd move in to TODAY. Well done all around, man. Thanks for sharing this.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! That’s the analogy I use when people ask me what I do for a hobby. I tell them it’s extreme home remodeling, some people rebuild cars … I rebuild houses!

  • @jackiekay3481
    @jackiekay3481 Před 2 lety +1

    Great skills! Your family is so lucky to have you.🙏♥️

  • @samuelpajoa215
    @samuelpajoa215 Před 3 lety +2

    "JACK OF ALL TRADES" great job! Thank for posting. 😎

  • @keys623
    @keys623 Před 3 lety +6

    This is awesome 🥰.. Wish I had someone to work on my home like this 😊 Keep up the great work

  • @faithgirton9388
    @faithgirton9388 Před 3 lety +3

    You are a very talented man, fantastic work!

  • @barbaracallahan8242
    @barbaracallahan8242 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Fascinating watching you two work! Great job

  • @benitagay4183
    @benitagay4183 Před 2 lety +2

    Amazing , great job . Love watching the change to a pretty home.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +2

      And I thank you for watching! It was a lot of fun to do.

  • @asliceofheavenhomestead3559

    Love that start to finish video! You did a wonderful job on the video and the house 😁!

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      A Slice of Heaven Homestead thank you so much. It was a fun project and enjoyed it. Of course I am now enjoying the returns. I rented it last week.

    • @asliceofheavenhomestead3559
      @asliceofheavenhomestead3559 Před 3 lety

      Nice! It really was an amazing job. I'm sure those renters appreciate it too 😉.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      They love it. As long as they are happy then I am happy

  • @cherylsxavier2975
    @cherylsxavier2975 Před 3 lety +9

    Wow! That was some great work!!!!! I didn't know there was real men left in this world! Yall done a wonderful job on this house!!!!! I wish i could find me 1 to remodel like this!😍😍😍😍😍

  • @pamelastokes2964
    @pamelastokes2964 Před 2 lety

    Great job guys! You have truly blessed someone's life and family. 🤗

  • @faithford9143
    @faithford9143 Před 2 lety

    Wonderful work. you fixed everything. I am glad you had help. Thank you for sharing.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for always being here!

  • @theprodigy9617
    @theprodigy9617 Před 3 lety +7

    Dang dude you worked really hard on this Great Job! I subscribed ;)

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks! I hope my next project turns out as well too.

  • @skdoremi6666
    @skdoremi6666 Před 4 lety +6

    Gorgeous 👏i joined when the porsh was in process , good job well done .can't waite for the 6000$ and see the result (i hope it will not take 12 months😅)

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před 4 lety +5

      I am hoping it doesn't take 12 months either! But, as there are things beyond my control, you can never know for sure. It is moving along much faster than this project though. I'm hoping for a 3 - 4 month completion. But oh what will I do then? You know I already have plans :-)

  • @kubraebrahim2473
    @kubraebrahim2473 Před rokem

    It's so nice to see rehab can be so positive and has nothing to do with drugs. How uplifting. Thanks for sharing.

    • @RehabLife
      @RehabLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for watching! My goal is to rehab run-down homes into nice homes that families can enjoy. Feel free to check out my other projects.

    • @kubraebrahim2473
      @kubraebrahim2473 Před rokem

      @@RehabLife Thanks so much. Will do