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  • @expatlifestyle6069
    @expatlifestyle6069 3 месяца назад +7

    Your story is inspiring. My father left us 6 acres of land, it’s not close to a beach or anything desirable by some standards but we are happy to have it. We fenced the entire thing to prevent squatters and we have finally received approved plans to sub-divide and build 3 homes, one for each of us. My brother took the existing house and is currently extending it. The challenges you talked about is no joke and living abroad while trying to get things done in Jamaica cannot be explained.

  • @linvalb5
    @linvalb5 2 месяца назад +5

    Girl you and your husband are troopers.Every man needs positive and productive ambitious wife in their life. God bless you and your family.

  • @tissannewilliams2945
    @tissannewilliams2945 3 месяца назад +17

    Every time you tell a story your just showing me not to give up because obstacles will come it's just how you deal with it thank you.

  • @thebennettfamily5739
    @thebennettfamily5739 3 месяца назад +13

    Building in Jamaica 🇯🇲 is not for the faint hearted, those of us who are building of to stick it out, the work men are dishonest, some of them, take the time to go down and see how your project and money is being spent, I am proud of you and your husband, enjoy Jamaica 🇯🇲 ❤

  • @yaniquemoore9952
    @yaniquemoore9952 29 дней назад +1

    I'm here from tiktok, very inspiring 🙏

  • @mavaleedaley4628
    @mavaleedaley4628 3 месяца назад +10

    Nobody knows the story but everybody sees the glory I built a home in Jamaica and boy my sister it’s not easy if you finish give God the glory

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад +3

      I always say this. Ppl see the results but not the struggles

    • @ladybislandgirltv8930
      @ladybislandgirltv8930 3 месяца назад

      Can you tell me about it. I’m going through the same as I text. Today self I’m screaming at the work men who had me buying 60 bags of cement since Monday and they just sit there in a shed from Monday the damn man find excuses every day not to go

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      @@ladybislandgirltv8930 I'm so sorry. Get someone trustworthy. Don't be afraid to change the workmen if if it's not working out

  • @russtnb
    @russtnb 2 месяца назад +3

    inspiring story! would love to see a feature on your solar setup

  • @redflowers2021
    @redflowers2021 3 месяца назад +9

    Keep smiling girl you did great you are so courageous with god all things are possible.keep going god is good
    You are a wise young lady.

  • @jeromesanford1459
    @jeromesanford1459 3 месяца назад +3

    Congratulations you and your husband hard work paid off

  • @jeromesanford1459
    @jeromesanford1459 3 месяца назад +3

    I have learned alot just listening to u story. I am a Jamaican getting ready to build a retirement home in Trinidad where my wife is from

  • @keishawilliams8407
    @keishawilliams8407 3 месяца назад +5

    Thanks for your positivity and showing how God's grace and mercy kept you 🙏🙏

  • @LashusJourney
    @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад +8

    Your home is beautiful, keep buying.

  • @gstar876
    @gstar876 3 месяца назад +8

    This is very inspiring. Thanks for sharing. Determination, intentionality, and perseverance are key traits to possess in life.

  • @sharonashley2470
    @sharonashley2470 2 месяца назад +2

    Beautiful home and strong faith . Gods blessings

  • @LashusJourney
    @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад +8

    Amazing 🤩! So true, sometimes we share our stories and people think we’re bragging but we are not, we just want to encourage others to do the same. Thank you for sharing your story, my husband and I are doing the same, we’re on our 6 rental property.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад +1

      Congratulations 🎊

    • @LashusJourney
      @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад

      @@Davianealeforrest2thank you! Congratulations to you too, I love your story. All our properties are in Florida, so my husband and I decided we want to move back home, so we are looking into buying a Airbnb in Jamaica and move there. Please let me know if it’s easier to go through the back or nht 🙏.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      @@LashusJourney you can only go through the bank these days but you can access your nht benefit through the bank

    • @LashusJourney
      @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад

      @@Davianealeforrest2thank you ❤🙏

  • @pinkiipinkx
    @pinkiipinkx 2 месяца назад +1

    I was inspired by watching this video and listening! Congratulations 🎊🎈🍾🎉

  • @rethabrown4219
    @rethabrown4219 3 месяца назад +1

    You’re building wealth for your family.You and your husband are full of faith strong, unified and loving and that’s why it worked so well for the both of you.If couples aren’t like you two it will not work. I’m so happy for you both, that even though you were robbed by the lawyer and others , God gave you both the strength to move on into a better direction. I know it hurts when people take from you what doesn’t belong to them . God blessed you good and they will not prosper. Your story help other tremendously!

  • @paulettewillis2561
    @paulettewillis2561 2 месяца назад +2

    Congratulation for hanging in there i enjoyed listening, i am overseas and want so desperately to have a home there to come back to,but all hope is not lost.

  • @christygaywaisome7892
    @christygaywaisome7892 3 месяца назад +1

    This has motivated me so much. Thanks for sharing!

  • @marlenemckessey2943
    @marlenemckessey2943 3 месяца назад +4

    What an inspiring story! U have a beautiful house. God has blessed u abundantly for all the stress u went through

  • @veniciawestney214
    @veniciawestney214 3 месяца назад +4

    Great encouragement because am building now and I really need this

  • @ioniefrith3095
    @ioniefrith3095 3 месяца назад +1

    You gave me hope thanks for your encourageing words ,keep doing what you are doing with faith

  • @eudabornblesseasy9378
    @eudabornblesseasy9378 2 месяца назад

    It’s a beautiful house I love it enjoy your home 🎉🎉 congratulations 🎊🎈🍾🎉

  • @nakeshablessed3139
    @nakeshablessed3139 3 месяца назад +2

    Wow what an inspiration. You and your husband is the definition of team work and trusting God

  • @brightideasjones8377
    @brightideasjones8377 3 месяца назад +3

    I am afraid of debt I could not do that you are strong. I put a hold on my construction to focus on certain things that are priority.

  • @shannayebailey4048
    @shannayebailey4048 3 месяца назад +4

    What a beautiful home and surrounding!! It's my dream to be neastled somewhere in the Jamaican countryside 😍

  • @jamzempire
    @jamzempire 3 месяца назад +9

    Good job, so inspiring, boy I hope I find a wife with your mindset and caliber. Big up hussy him hit the jackpot!
    I gained some knowledge from your video so please keep them coming if you have more stories. I myself will be staring my real estate journey at the age of 28, I have my downpayment but haven't seen any properties that would give me a positive cash flow.

    • @Cleo1John
      @Cleo1John 3 месяца назад

      When you say real estate im assuming your thinking about investment.... please don't wait and wait otherwise everything gets expensive and your down payment willl be stagnant or decrease in value.... great luck to you

    • @jamzempire
      @jamzempire 3 месяца назад

      @@Cleo1John I agree, as this notification came in i am actively looking at listings. I see some that might not cashflow now but with inflation and time it will. I will find something before the year ends. Thank you for your advice 🙏🏾

    • @dancehallentertainmentnews5013
      @dancehallentertainmentnews5013 3 месяца назад

      @@jamzempireplease don’t rush to buy something that doesn’t cash flow or break even. Keep looking 🙏🏾

  • @christlionessJerona
    @christlionessJerona 3 месяца назад +5

    Thank you for sharing. This is very inspiring. P.s this Jerona.

  • @jamzempire
    @jamzempire 3 месяца назад +5

    45 seconds in the video. Thank you so much for this!

  • @janetfarquharson2759
    @janetfarquharson2759 3 месяца назад +2

    Good morning just watching your blog, I learn a lot from you , girl with god every thing is possible, thx you .👍

  • @audreylewis-mckenzie8744
    @audreylewis-mckenzie8744 3 месяца назад +3

    Continued blessings. I am alone/single building at home from the US.

  • @WordofLifeOpenBible
    @WordofLifeOpenBible 3 месяца назад +3

    Your story is the epitome of perseverance and trusting in God.

  • @oneshot62
    @oneshot62 3 месяца назад +2

    may God keep your family intact people only see the finished product they didn't feel both of you pain love that man and husband you have a good woman

  • @Judith-qw1mm
    @Judith-qw1mm 3 месяца назад +4

    I came across this video, and this put a smile on my face 😊

  • @deanhamilton9280
    @deanhamilton9280 3 месяца назад +2

    Very interesting story, love your perseverance on getting your dreams. Beautiful home.

  • @athaliahbrown5793
    @athaliahbrown5793 3 месяца назад +3

    Thanks so much for sharing. Very informative video...

  • @margaretwaugh2273
    @margaretwaugh2273 3 месяца назад +1

    I'm so much inspired by your story. I also admire your grit, determination and tenacity.

  • @jamaicawehwilive6216
    @jamaicawehwilive6216 3 месяца назад +2

    Very informative I found myself in a similar situation and with God and ambition I was able to own my property

  • @camfarqi-jamaicangirl4541
    @camfarqi-jamaicangirl4541 3 месяца назад +2

    Thanks much for sharing. I'm learning a lot from this............. I'm 40 now id like to know what to do, whether to build or buy a house. This is something to think about.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      Choose quickly. The quicker you start the better for you

  • @stacybalfour5771
    @stacybalfour5771 3 месяца назад +3

    INTRESTING...each one teach one.

  • @MeikaAlexia
    @MeikaAlexia 3 месяца назад +4

    Yes always use your nht benefits first! Loved this video,l. Im hoping to start my home ownership journey soon 🙏🏾

  • @OprahStewart
    @OprahStewart 3 месяца назад +2

    I am so inspired Davia! Congratulations! To God be the glory!!!❤❤❤

  • @nadinegibbs808
    @nadinegibbs808 3 месяца назад +3

    Wow ambitious plus tax.. I bought one in St Ann. I would love to buy another one, but i see no way through 🇨🇭💚🇯🇲🇯🇲💚🇨🇭

  • @geneinebakermarriott4164
    @geneinebakermarriott4164 2 месяца назад +2

    The house is lovely

  • @donnetteogilviebrown1842
    @donnetteogilviebrown1842 3 месяца назад +3

    Very helpful I appreciate it alot

  • @angeladwyer4483
    @angeladwyer4483 3 месяца назад +2

    The only excellent thing about it was that we had a good and transparent mortgage Officer who helped us to arrange our finances together so we could get a mortgage. Thanks to you Mrs Forrest. I pray that God continue to enlarge your borders👍👍🙏

  • @Itzdebzlifestyle
    @Itzdebzlifestyle 3 месяца назад +2

    My house is soooo mess up. Lots of demolishing have done on my house. Because the contractor mess the house design up. I’m very stress out. Now I’m trying to fit it slowly. I’m living in the UK and it’s very difficult to build out of my pocket. Thanks for your story❤✨👍🏽

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      Oh no. I'm sorry to hear. Unfortunately building while you are not here is even worse. Try to get someone trustworthy to oversee the process. It may cost you but it's worth it

    • @Itzdebzlifestyle
      @Itzdebzlifestyle 3 месяца назад +1

      @@Davianealeforrest2 thanks for your advice m. God bless

  • @angieangel4946
    @angieangel4946 3 месяца назад +1

    It’s my first time watching your video. I’m so proud of you and your husband. May God continue to bless you with health and strength.👏🏾❤️

  • @cwilson876
    @cwilson876 3 месяца назад +1

    I'm glad I saw it page, you've definitely gotten a follower because I've learnt a Lot and my dream is to own multiple properties as well.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      So happy to have you. All the best on this journey

  • @jamaicanbeauti74
    @jamaicanbeauti74 3 месяца назад +5

    congratulations thanks for sharing

  • @christopherg7246
    @christopherg7246 3 месяца назад +2

    I love u soooo much ur not a gate keeper ... may God continue to bless and keep u and ur family

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      Just trying to help others learn from my experience

  • @kimoliebrady6066
    @kimoliebrady6066 3 месяца назад +1

    Just what I wanted to know. Thank you very much for this video.

  • @royalpriesthood836
    @royalpriesthood836 3 месяца назад +2

    Thanks for sharing, I needed to hear this

  • @kimoliebrady6066
    @kimoliebrady6066 3 месяца назад +2

    I have to save this video. Thanks

  • @Itzdebzlifestyle
    @Itzdebzlifestyle 3 месяца назад +2

    My land title takes roughly 5 years. Then I finally get my land title through the Jamaica national land agency, I think that’s the agency. Just last year. It was very stressful.

  • @vivienneneale9158
    @vivienneneale9158 3 месяца назад +3

    Didn't know this was your house..God bless you.both.

  • @codiannscott3827
    @codiannscott3827 3 месяца назад +2

    Thank for sharing .
    I really hope airbnb work out for you.

  • @ShavelSutton
    @ShavelSutton 3 месяца назад +2

    So so true, hard to find good workers thank God my husband does building and neat with it as well, just paper works holding us up now

  • @mesandz2623
    @mesandz2623 3 месяца назад +2

    What a stress, but working together u got through.❤

  • @t-max-ff-shorts
    @t-max-ff-shorts 2 месяца назад +1

    Very inspiring!

  • @Dionne-bo1oo
    @Dionne-bo1oo 3 месяца назад +2

    BLESSING GIRL NICE HOUSE

  • @ShandeanReid
    @ShandeanReid 3 месяца назад +2

    Congratulations on your achievement so far 🎉

  • @philmorris3924
    @philmorris3924 3 месяца назад +3

    Hi you are an inspiration to so many I'm a self taught contractor but trust me it would be so nice working for you guys if I was in ja.

  • @angeladwyer4483
    @angeladwyer4483 3 месяца назад +2

    I wish we were advised before getting involved with purchasing a property in Jamaica.

  • @bernadettehunter3982
    @bernadettehunter3982 3 месяца назад +1

    Keep going forward God is in control of your family 🙏

  • @roseheron2322
    @roseheron2322 3 месяца назад +3

    With God all things are possible

  • @suzettebrown454
    @suzettebrown454 3 месяца назад +1

    Congratulations 🎉you are a winner

  • @darkchocolate2953
    @darkchocolate2953 3 месяца назад +2

    At what age did you meet your husband?
    I have a piece of land myself.. it’s capture land that I bought how do I go about starting the process.. I did this when I was a little younger and wouldn’t want to loose it. I have so many questions… this is so inspiring for me !!

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад +3

      Met him when I was 23.
      Don't thinknu can buy capture land as who u bought it from cannot legally sell u but if u r in possession for 12 years uninterrupted and paying taxes, you may be able to apply for a title. Talk to a lawyer though or LAMP

    • @jennyeverbless3211
      @jennyeverbless3211 3 месяца назад

      ​@@Davianealeforrest2 wish i could speak to you JLRA has been processing a tittle before my grandfather died. Its over 15 years and no sight of no tittle. When i go there to get update they were not very helpful.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      @jennyeverbless3211 try speaking with an attorney to help resolve it

  • @shanarmcintyre8721
    @shanarmcintyre8721 3 месяца назад +2

    Inspiring love this

  • @denisegordon7083
    @denisegordon7083 3 месяца назад +2

    This is so Inspiring. Blessings Davia

  • @LashusJourney
    @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад +3

    I didn’t know you could do HELOC in Jamaica, good to know.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад +1

      You get a percentage of the equity in your home as a loan but not as a line of credit really.

  • @SamanthaRicketts-l1k
    @SamanthaRicketts-l1k 3 месяца назад +1

    So proud of you and the family Davia

  • @sandraprendergast9830
    @sandraprendergast9830 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you, very informative

  • @aldith2423
    @aldith2423 3 месяца назад +1

    Wish you were showing the surroundings, while walking.

  • @raccyweir7259
    @raccyweir7259 3 месяца назад +1

    I love your story so much Davia!❤ Happy everything worked out.
    Bwoyy! Some attorneys are really dishonest give a bad name to the mu profession

  • @chayden1402
    @chayden1402 3 месяца назад +3

    😂you sound over leverage...be careful....hope you have an emergency fund. Great story on having fortitude to push through to your dreams.👍🏾👊🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      If I am overleveraged, now would be the best time to be.

    • @Cleo1John
      @Cleo1John 3 месяца назад +2

      @@Davianealeforrest2 I don't think you are as the banks who have given you money would have stressed tested you... they wouldn't just give away money.... it's always to their advantage whilst ensuring it's affordable to you... one positive is that you have more than one property, you have land and two incomes... youre almost as clever as the bank .. your absolutely fine 👆

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      @Cleo1John thanks

  • @shanelSS592
    @shanelSS592 3 месяца назад +1

    I live overseas but I'm so nervous because these lawyers and contractors are so scary the way they rob ppl of their hard earned money... thank you for this it really inspired me to keep going

    • @dancehallentertainmentnews5013
      @dancehallentertainmentnews5013 3 месяца назад

      Try the bank. Most banks have their agents and the agents have their lawyers that they use. Most of the time you can’t go wrong with the banks. Keyword (most) not all

  • @angellaosbourne6244
    @angellaosbourne6244 2 месяца назад +1

    Good to hear all of this

  • @steveedwards1884
    @steveedwards1884 3 месяца назад +2

    Very proud of you. God reward risks.

  • @marviav3071
    @marviav3071 3 месяца назад +1

    You have to be there, tricky situation. Do not just use lawyer, get a property lawyer to do the background paperwork. You will end up paying more than you expected. Sometimes back payment, back paperwork, other people attached land agreement. Be wise!

  • @sashanashakes6282
    @sashanashakes6282 3 месяца назад +2

    Such an inspiration! ❤

  • @t-max-ff-shorts
    @t-max-ff-shorts 2 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful house❤

  • @sandraandrews1116
    @sandraandrews1116 3 месяца назад +1

    Me top, June always seems to be when I buy a car and I bought my property in June.

  • @mayahyisreal1824
    @mayahyisreal1824 3 месяца назад +1

    Hello Davia ,
    Praying all is well with you and family.
    We too are looking to buy a house with fruit trees.
    We would really appreciate if you know of any House's selling to let me know.
    We don't want any house in Kingston areas.
    We mostly looking in St Ann areas.
    Even if it is half finished.
    We can talk.
    Im looking forward hearing from you.thanks.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      Hi. It's best to reach out to a realtor. You can try nichole Chattoo at 8763226553

    • @mayahyisreal1824
      @mayahyisreal1824 3 месяца назад

      @@Davianealeforrest2
      Thanks very much for your reply.
      I appreciate your help!

  • @JourneywithJackieHoustonJh26
    @JourneywithJackieHoustonJh26 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for the advice

  • @AAHomeGardening
    @AAHomeGardening 3 месяца назад

    Congratulations- beautiful house

  • @barringtonmclaughlin9760
    @barringtonmclaughlin9760 3 месяца назад +1

    Great story love that

  • @vivienneneale9158
    @vivienneneale9158 3 месяца назад +2

    This house is soooo lovely

  • @simmylauther7052
    @simmylauther7052 3 месяца назад +4

    Congratulations again to you and your husband 🎉 I'm always wondering if it's cheaper to buy a house or build it from scratch. Respect to you both with all those loans because I remember some time ago all my salary for a month went towards a credit card payment and I was literally stressed 😅. As I said before elsewhere that, it's time now for you to reap from those 2 other properties. It actually takes true dedication for all this hard work.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      It may be cheaper to build but definitely more stressful

    • @delmariewilliams1051
      @delmariewilliams1051 3 месяца назад

      Please share if u know of any land selling at the moment

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      I don't know of any but you could contact a realtor or search online

  • @youngdonormamafoundation2180
    @youngdonormamafoundation2180 3 месяца назад +1

    Well done ❤

  • @samrichman1145
    @samrichman1145 3 месяца назад +4

    Thks again for yr Chit Chat 🤘🏿

  • @eudabornblesseasy9378
    @eudabornblesseasy9378 2 месяца назад +1

    What’s a JLC , because I brought a piece of land in Jamaica BANISTER St. Catherine and I still can’t get my title it’s a subdivision lot can you assist me please I am worn out and tired. I know you are not a Lawyer any information will help me.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 2 месяца назад +1

      Oh you meant GLC? General Legal Council. You may google them. They are like the disciplinarian for lawyers who are not acting professionally

  • @coleendavis4846
    @coleendavis4846 3 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful

  • @leonieallen1375
    @leonieallen1375 3 месяца назад +1

    Thanks for sharing

  • @sandraprendergast9830
    @sandraprendergast9830 3 месяца назад +1

    Beautiful house

  • @lashawnbailey1649
    @lashawnbailey1649 3 месяца назад +2

    Great information but off topic how long do you walk for?😅

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад +1

      Lol. At least 30 minutes

    • @LashusJourney
      @LashusJourney 3 месяца назад +2

      Amazing, I walk 5 miles every day ❤🙏

    • @Cleo1John
      @Cleo1John 3 месяца назад

      @@LashusJourney that's impressive I do about six miles at the weekends but im walking at a slow pace

  • @ShanielLindsay
    @ShanielLindsay 3 месяца назад +2

    Really nice hun .gm

  • @debbiepeart9493
    @debbiepeart9493 3 месяца назад

    I am paying $11,000 per month at NH. When I come back to Jamaica, I will just close my mortgage not much left on it

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      No point in closing it off. At least it's insured now. When u close you will have to pay your own insurance if u need it

  • @justbdsd4569
    @justbdsd4569 2 месяца назад +1

    When you dont tell them the info they say you gatekeep, I became a homeowner 8 months ago. We tried building but it didn't work we ended up buying. How were you able to get NHT benefit even with name on home title

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 2 месяца назад

      I got a reduced amount. You are still eligible for a benefit but it's about half of the usual amount

    • @justbdsd4569
      @justbdsd4569 2 месяца назад +1

      @@Davianealeforrest2 oh ok thank you will check it out

  • @brightideasjones8377
    @brightideasjones8377 3 месяца назад +1

    That's a lot I am building out of pocket I am afraid to even think about a loan.

    • @Davianealeforrest2
      @Davianealeforrest2 3 месяца назад

      I try to encourage others to be rid of this mindset. Loans benefit you in so many ways. Look at it as an advance in your future goals while beating inflation