after waking up from a coma and moving to Idaho I have discovered, post a few years of recovery from wheelchair to walking again, that living off grid is all for me. thank you for providing methods and attitudes needed to move forward. Thank you I am gracious of the wisdom and love you two have provided for not only me, but for all!! AMEN
You two kids (kids? I'm 80, done a lot of DIY and car maintenance, so yes, compared to me, kids) truly deserve everything you have worked for. I have thoroughly enjoyed all your videos and the way you tackle tasks and face up to problems. I wish you all the best of everything.
At 68 years old , I could not be more happy With you two than if you were my own kids, your attitude towork, life and each other should be a lesson to everyone starting out in life. I wish you continued happiness ans success and am eagerley waiting to see what you have planned, both in your building and that beautiful little boy. greetings and best wishes from Scotland
You are both so likable, it’s undoubtedly been a factor in your success on RUclips. Glad your struggles have paid off and wish you both more and more success as you venture through life.
"struggles" Really? Ever traveled? I can show you struggle. These two merely keep busy. They haven't struggled a day in their lives and neither have you if you can even say that w a straight face.
@@JohnIsSailingForAsia traveling is your greatest struggle? Wow. Life must be tough for you. I suppose those long waits in airports or the difficulties in finding a slip in the marinas, or the bouncing from riding a camel through the desert. You think that’s more of a struggle than changing a ring gear in a D-8 dozer? You would have been one of the many dropouts in my profession man. Only one in ten applicants secured a place working on the Columbia River operations at the Camas Washington paper mill. The Columbia River gorge is the wind surfing capital of the world. The east wind comes off the flat plains of eastern Washington and Oregon through a region with mountains on both sides of the river and 50-60 mph winds are not unusual. The Camas mill is located at the western mouth of the gorge. River Operations had personnel worked on log rafts and on tugboats. Only one in ten stayed more than three months. Try walking logs in a 60 mph wind or working on barges that weighed 2600 tons and were basically sailed in the strong east winds. Ya, traveling is real tough. You’d never make it at a real job.
If you listen to your story the most money you made with the least amount of work was renting. (excluding the chairs) So stop selling container houses rent them out. Stop flipping (if you can keep capital and get a loc) and rent them out. Get good tenants long term less active investment 7 profit centers
The story behind the story is amazing. It is so great to see 2 young people (cannot believe I just turned into my parents) chasing their dreams and doing so well. Never be afraid of failure, that's what teaches you new skill and directions.
As a couple, your honesty is tremendous and a breath of fresh air. To build so much with no real experience is truly amazing. Well done and keep going with the Barndominium.
I agree. Keep going guys, keep making content that you enjoy do take some breaks. Glad to see all your hard work and risk taking is paying off. I'll just keep going on my daily 9-5 grind 🤭. Travel safe
That was so freakin great. I’ll be 75 in a week or so and I love you guys. You are so cute and so good together. Nothing ordinary about either of you, you’ve lived more in a few years than most of us in a lifetime. Keep it up, so look forward to seeing what’s coming for you guys.
I just re-watched your episode "Are We Rich?" and I feel compelled to say that I enjoy when you just talk to us, like when you described how you dealt with that thing that was supposed to turn air to water but the views I like most are when you have a problem and then see how you work it out, or when you have a new project and how you make it happen. Yes, talk to us, but don't stop making things happen, like turning that barge into something we will all enjoy, even if it is only vicariously. I almost feel like you three are part of my family. Thank you dearly Tommy B
WOW. First, thank you two for taking the time to do this video. It's very brave to put yourself out there like that and I know I greatly appreciated hearing your story! What's crazy is that I didn't realize I had seen you two in the past (First Time Flippers) until you brought it up in this video. I definitely remember watching your episode! You two are clearly very motivated and entrepreneurial, and are a perfect match for each other. Maybe it's just the way you've presented yourselves in your videos, but it really seems like you two are just genuinely good people. I think that's what first got my attention and has since kept me engaged. I can't wait to see where this channel goes in the years ahead!
Making this video was so much harder than our normal videos. And we honestly didn’t know if anyone would care. Thank you so much for coming on this journey with us. ☺️
@@AmbitionStrikes You mentioned the "tribe", and I think you two have amassed a lot of people that really enjoy following you and getting to know you. That's why I think this video will be so well received. Thank you again for making this!
@@BoomerKeith1 Well said Sooner Keith. I am sitting here watching on my laptop in my isolation room, and my brain actually feels like Riley and Courtney are in here talking to me. They must be amazing in person.
@@AmbitionStrikes I live a lot like you all, but without the videoing... I appreciate the small details (like in one video you made, you mentioned needing SLOW RPM's on your drill and a LOT of down pressure to drill through steel). Those are the important things people learn from and keep them watching. If you are ever in Ecuador, look me up!
Hey guys! My husband has watched your videos for quite a while. He recommended your channel to me. For the last several weeks we have been watching your container home build. Love your content! You guys come across as genuine nice trustworthy people. I, like many others, thought you must be rich 😅 this video almost had me on the verge of tears because it made me believe my husband and I really can build our dream place too! Thank you for showing us how you have been doing it all! ❤
Great video. You earned my respect on your journey of taking risks, jumping in and worrying about the money as you go. Pretty much how I've lived my life as well. I now have three properties in two states, a Woodmizer sawmill, a Case W20B Frontend loader with a backhoe mounted on the back, a 1963 Willy's pickup truck I'm building into a plow truck and a CanAm Commander X I did some mods on. I'm currently living in a 36 X 48 shop at 4,000' on the US/CA border in North Central WA (not far from where you are at). Next month I'm getting a new Adventure motorcycle (Triumph 900 Tiger RP) and starting to plan a trip to Argentina/Chile. Best of luck in your future.
I appreciate this video. My wife and I are giving it our all to build a farm and business from scratch. We are also just faking it till me make it, and it's inspiring to see that you two have gotten to where you are from hardwork. I hope life brings you everything you want.
Hey you two, thanks for the synopsis of your journey. I am happy to be a member of the tribe and enjoy each video you produce. New venture, Burro Rescue Farm!!!!
Oh, yeah. Forgot about not seeing the wild burros. That's it, once the road is improved part way up, the "Not So Wild Burro Rescue Petting Corral." Along with Bailey and Boone's acrobatic acts. ;-)
When it comes to flipping homes the way you guys were doing it (which is how my parents and I do it as well) is that you buy the place and then QUICKLY get it gutted and remodeled to the point originally planned, then stick it on the market. In the event the market isn't strong enough to sell for the kind of profit that we originally wanted, then we switch our plan and instead we rent it out. We do a 12 month lease and then after the 12 months if the market has improved then we go month-month and put the house back on the market. If it needs more time then we will sign another 12 months or get a new set of tenants for 12 months. The whole idea is that we rent the house out for enough to cover all of the bills, and on the last house our monthly bills were 1500$ and we rented the house out for 2700 a month, so we made money every month on the house. It's not for everyone but it's a great way to make an extra 30-60k a year by doing one flip a year.
So having been in challenging businesses myself, this may sounds weird , but I'm glad you mentioned you had lost friends thru some of those crazy stressful times , because I have too. I know what that feels like. It makes me realize that it's not just me. And how could anyone not be supportive and understanding of you guys? you guys are one of the most lovable couples on the planet. I'm so happy for your success! I'm not completely there yet, but you guys are inspiring me to get there! -work hard, to overcome obstacles, and have fun thru it all. Thanks for being open, and being who you guys are. It inspires me to be more like you.
I'm so impressed with you guys! Just found your channel a couple of days ago but I have to say that you two are an amazing combination of characters. Your willingness to support each other and make things happen, to take risks but also shoot to become debt free, to be careful yet daring, etc. Just an impressive pair of inspiring attitudes. I'm in!
I recently started watching you two. First, It's great to see a couple of Mustangs (Cal Poly) "learn by doing" & being successful at it. Similarities for us are the working hard, saving money by living extremely frugally, buying land & building our own house (ours was an earth sheltered one in Paso Robles with not a/c), going solar (20 years of it but alas not off-grid), & doing much of just what we want. I'm glad you did this video because I was wondering after watching the video about the completion of the solar power system. Good on you!
I appreciate you sharing your leap of faith. There are days when I question how many hours I am putting in my business. In 2020 I lost money for the first time - gov declared us non-essential. Last year I only took $342 out of the business; paying my personal bills with side jobs. I wanted to get us out of the hole. Your success and stumbles are inspiring. Thank you.
Great Story! Thanks for being so honest and open about both the ups and downs. I finally understand how you were able to build the Truck Camper is such a short time period. Having built several camping trailers myself, I have always been blown away with your quality of planning and preparation that went into that build. One day I need to buy you lunch and pick your brains! Thanks again!
Stumbled onto your channel a week ago, it's infectious. Went back and found this title because I was curious as to your ability to do what your'e doing. Your phrase "fake it till you make it" has been the basis of my life. From raising my two sons, to every job I've ever done, I've faked it, until I made it. Even with the set backs, and failures, it still builds confidence that one way or another you will make it. I turn 75 tomorrow, am retired living in Thailand, and am enjoying every single day! And yes, I'm still faking it.😉
I do like the way that you both have explained how everything has come together. (I like many other viewers wondered how the heck you have afforded to do everything) It was good to see you both be real about how it hasn’t been as easy as it looks when it’s all edited and you have cash flow concerns like the rest of us. It makes it easier for your viewers to relate to you. Here is too continued success!!🍾
This will probably sound cliche as I don't think words will truly express the impact your story has.... but I have to say it. .... What an amazing story; so inspirational. A true modern American fairy tale. It's with a warm fuzzy feeling that I immediately start my next business venture. Keep up the good work guys... I'm (and I'm sure many others are) looking forward to it!
With you there....all we need its your inspiration. You owe us nothing. Just do what you need you do and do what you want to do. How or why its no matter....but if we can help just ask
I totally agree it's nobody's business how you've created this life and your RUclips channel I enjoyed very much keep up the good work and your endeavors!
Love the fact that you both are so open and honest with each other as well as with your viewers ( it’s none of our business frankly ! ) but you both are living proof that hard work, determination and bravery will pay off in the end. Good luck from a Brit living in France who emigrated with his girlfriend, a car and a cat and that’s it....now married, two kids and happily settled 👍)
You two are a true American story of grit and determination. Fake it 'till you make it. So true, but you learn along the way. You acknowledged your parents and friends for their support and advice. Just found your channel thru a Short that was posted today. What an amazing and inspiring story. Lots of lessons here for a new generation. Keep up the great work!
I wanted to tell you guys that I love your videos. I think it's a rare thing to get to do what you do and still enjoy it. You have found a special niche and ya fill it beautifully. You honesty and humbleness is definitely what makes me enjoy watching you as I do. It's not staged or fake. Just good honest insight. Yeah editing is one thing but you still seem to be real genuine. Keep up the work and I hope you don't lose your passion, it's a special thing.
I absolutely love your family and videos. I have a KX080-4 and work with it all the time. As the saying goes anything worth having, is worth working hard for. I love your hard work. I’m a fan from Jacksonville Florida for as long as you’ll have me.❤
Great video...I really like the summary (and format for this video, hiking, chatting, banter back and forth). Fascinating to see how you got to where you are. I came to your channel for the Camper Truck build, and have stayed on because you are both super genuine and I like where you're going. I also think your story is relatable...the biggest difference between you guys and the rest of us is that you're willing to take risks and put it out there. Really enjoy your passion! Thanks for letting us in. :)
I am 68. My wife and I built our house. My construction experience was...I built a doghouse when I was 12. We had no money. But we both wanted kids. I wanted a safe place to live but again no money. I found land that no one wanted but I could afford. Learn as you go. I had friends that were in the same boat. We all built at the same time. We exchanged labor for labor. We held full time jobs and supplement part time jobs and built the house. Family and friends, couldn't have done it otherwise. Two great kids, college grads,top of their class. Million dollar home, 180 into it. Worked at a hardware store and retired. Stressful, painful, constantly broke. But checked all the boxes. Thanks for sharing your story.
Awesome story about getting from "a" to where you are now. I applaud the willingness to forge ahead even when it may scare the boogers out of you and film it for us as you do, wholesome entertainment without the drama! Thank you both and do not stop on your journey forward.
Watched your revcon video, your yacht video, and your digging a pond video, and come to this one -- what a wonderful couple you are! Thanks for bringing joy to all of us! Good luck to all your future projects, and we all love Oliver😃
Love the story…. I knew Riley was an engineer, we are just assembled in the factory a little different. I am not sure how I landed on your channel, but thank the RUclips algorithm I guess. I think the fun part is really watching you guys grow along with the content - and the success of the channel has really driven your options. I find myself rooting for you as much as I enjoy the technical and creative aspects of your channel. I am here for as long as you will have us!
The talking and filming works really well. I’m a new subscriber. Congratulations on your successes. I’ve owned my own business for 50 years now since age 10. Your hard work and frugal living is a key formula for step by step daily success and fulfillment. Really nice that you can do it together on the same team.
Hands down my most favorite video! I have always believed that the quality that made you so much fun to watch was your authenticity. Today's video confirmed that you two rock!
I'm in awe of how much you guys have achieved in so small a number of years. Plus you do it all so well. You're a great couple. Long may you continue succeeding bringing your dreams to fruition!!
Thank you so much for this video. The theme is love, stress, being terrified, and working hard, hard, hard. Filming makes the project take about two times as long. Then editing takes as long as the project and filming did. Salute! You two, and your escapades are very entertaining and refreshing. Keep going!
Congratulations to your parents! They did good! Nice to know hard work still does pay off! PS: like Jack M said in his comment …”It’s no one else’s business” … but thank you for sharing!
Said it before, I’ll say it again - it is SO MUCH FUN watching your vids! Not just informative, entertaining and inspiring, but REAL FUN! Love being a part of your digital family.
I found you guys while looking for home building ideas. This is literally the second video of you I have watched and I felt compelled to just say hello. What an amazing, hard working couple you guys are. Much love from Texas :)
I just found you a couple of weeks ago and I’ve been auditing so much of what you’re doing. And now I found this video and it’s just delightful because this video is from three years ago and to see where you have come today …you two are just power houses and you found each other and you’re the luckiest people in the world. I adore your work ethic and your kindness. And your brains! Thank you for sharing.
Thank yo very much for sharing this video. I feel that a lot of young people think that YouTubing is fun but don't realize that it still requires hard work behind the scenes. Your detail of your life chapters clearly shows how much hard work is required to succeed in life. No effort - no meaningful success. This should be a must view for kids that just day dream through life and wait for hand outs. I will ensure my kids will see this. Keep the great content coming.
Dream big, and never quit chasing them. You guys have put in so much work to get to this point. Awesome story, can’t wait to see how the property evolves
im subscribed to soooo many channels, that i almost don't hit that red button anymore. Watching this video today was by accident. As a result I'm subscribed to yet another channel. You guys are just ordinary people, and very open and honest. That's refreshing these days.
When i saw the title, it didnt create a pressing desire to know but..... My curiosity has been cured now and glad we watched. Your honesty and the way you attack new projects is inspiring. We just built a new house and dealing with a contractor thats unreponsive is maddening. Being your own contractor you dont have that problem, we are so envious.
Hi guys, I appreciate how hard it was to share your personal story about how you got to the place in life our at. I know how hard to get started in life. together you have made an amazing adventure. Keep your sprits up and reach for the stars. You are an inspiration and so positive to all that you do.
Both of you are amazing, keep up the great work. I'm a Financial Advisor and I keep telling my kids, my clients and the local schools that it's motivation that really makes someone successful, whether that is rich in life or financially! Not what degrees you have but if you do what you love, you will be successful and it doesn't feel like work at all. It's amazing hearing your story!
Well, this was unexpected. I've watched you guys for the content, your talents, the way you work together, your attitudes. Makes me wish to be so young again and adventurous. Keep doin' it. I'll keep watchin'!
I just want to say that your content is awesome, so badass. But the thing that honestly truly blows my mind is your beautiful loving relationship. In this day and age that is so insanely rare to see with younger couples. You two are beautiful glisten of hope, thank you!!!!
You two are incredible. My wife and I think you're such cute kids. We love watching your videos and it was great to learn all about how you two got started and have been so determined working on all of your projects. Yes, we liked the walking and talking! Keep up the hard work and we look forward to all of your videos!
Your authenticity is so so infectious. It was way to easy to get caught up in your musings and the curiosity factor was the driver. What was the end game going to be as the drama unfolded. For me your humble personas is what is so mesmerizing. I was drawn in and enjoyed the time I spent watching you both flourish and dance (in harmony) through life's challenges. You were not given it all but you earned it all. Sadly, ambition is lacking in today's "entitlement" generation. Loved your stories! GOD speed to you both!
I enjoy watching you both in your build. It has been amazing to see how much progress you have made so far. I look forward to seeing these next chapters.
I sometimes feel like a peeping Tom watching RUclips videos but I get inspired to take on challenges when I see you and your positive attitudes. Thank you and good luck in the future.
Thanks for all of the background. I have watched full series of other couples building their off-grid homesteads and always come away wishing I was younger and could do that. Keep up the good content.
Great back story! Now that I understand you two better, I have become a faithful follower. So glad you shared it with your RUclips family. Now I underatand how you were able to build that camper. I'm pretty handy and I wouldn't have been able to do that AND make it look awesome. You two are an amazing couple. Looking forward to seeing more of you. Best of luck!
I just stumbled onto your channel last night, starting with the septic install video. After about five others, I ended up on this video. You two are sooo cute, and inspiring!! I am 67 years young, and want to go to a homestead sooo badly! Your channel allows me to live a little vicariously through you. I have five grown children, and eighteen grands, so far. I hope to do some level of what you are doing, ideally with my grands, as my legacy. God bless you and Oliver and hopefully many more siblings for him (large families are an asset on the land) as the years progress. I hope to watch ALL of your videos as time permits. I really enjoyed this personal peak into your story. Thank you for taking the time and being vulnerable enough to show us this much about yourselves. It was very touching to me. Again, The Lord bless you both, and your (hopefully growing) family!!
That's a very inspirational story, you guys are doing so much hard work I live watching your videos and why your video is late I am waiting and checking daily
Good for you guys. I'm 76 and owned my own small speciality business for 30 years after 20 years with a large corp. Wish when I was your age I'd had your mental state about enjoying life more than working my butt off and providing for others. Just subscribed and will follow your progress. Keep taking on the things you know nothing about and conquering life.
I have binge watching your videos after being introduced to you by the Martin's, but this video allowed me to gain so much more respect for you both. To show that you have worked your A$$ off to be were you are today. Keep up the great content. I love it.
I just found your channel not too long ago. I love both of your energies. I appreciate people who make RUclips videos and all the hard work it takes to make these videos. Thanks again for sharing your story. I am looking forward to watching more of your channel. Hope that 2025 is very good for your family.
I just stumbled on this one after watching you both since Vanwives visited you to help on tractor/wood storage garage. I have loved your videos ever since and loved listening to you both to get the back story! As long as your making them I’ll be watching👍🏻
Hi, new subscriber here. I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm really enjoying your story and I have nothing but respect and admiration for how hard you are working and what you are accomplishing. Thanks for sharing the journey, and good luck with all of your goals! (And also congrats on 139K subscribers!!)
I subscribed today after watching the barn excavation build , the dump truck and the dump install , insulation bed and this one . This video sums it up and I guest right . I hope all your dreams come true . I own my own business and know what you been through , I’m now 60 , single and still chasing my dreams working every day but a hand full still trying the get my own projects done but getting close to where I can enjoy life and maybe find me a lady to give me a hand . It’s cool that you guys have each other and mesh together so well and to see you both with so much drive and ambition is what I like to see . When I was about 12 or so I had my own landscape business doing odd jobs for the older ladies in my neighborhood and remember one lady telling my father , your son has so much ambition . Something that will always stick in my mind . I wish I had found a Courtney when I was a young man , a soul mate . I think she would have been a tennis mom and me a tennis dad though . When I need something done or help at the farm it always cost me a extra $150.00 in labor . That being said , I have to say that this by far is my favorite channel on RUclips . Thanks for the entertainment .
Hi Thomas! Thank you so much for watching our videos and supporting what we do. We feel so fortunate to have found each other 10 years ago. There's no way we could have forged this life without each other.
Yup, as everyone has said, you have inspired me to get some dirt under my fingernails... in order to make my house a more pleasant place. I may not be offgrid... yet... but every project successfully under my belt is another skill I own forever and another way for me to save money in the future. You guys are truly awesome. Can't wait to see the add-ons once Oscar has a sibling or two. 🙂
Well done guys, it is great when years of hard work start to pay off in satisfaction and enjoyment. My wife and I renovated a couple of houses and started an engineering business, then started building an ocean-capable steel yacht. Over 4 years (and 2 children) later we moved aboard, cut ties with the land and set off around the Pacific.. scary starting that trip, but so rewarding and confidence-building once we were moving. While in Fiji we were sitting on the beach at the famous Blue Lagoon when a cruise boat arrived and shuttled their passengers ashore. We got talking to a couple, who looked puzzled and said that they hadn't seen us and our kids aboard, so we pointed to our yacht anchored nearby and explained that we were living aboard and cruising around the Pacific. "Humph" they said, "It's all right for SOME, isn't it??!!!!!!!" and walked off. We were a bit shocked, but it made us realize that they had absolutely no idea about the years of work, risks taken, sacrifices and determination that had got us there. So your story in this video feels very familiar, and I am glad that you made it! Part of your success comes from the fact that you two are a genuine team, not just a couple. Helps that you are both hard workers! So keep up the good work, keep making the videos, and I hope your subscriber base continues to grow. You deserve it...
Congratulations on your hard work and perseverance! It sounds like you've made a wonderful life for you and your family full of excitement, joy and I'm sure a lot of sacrifices. We hope 2022 treats you to many more adventures!
I've watched a few of your videos. After watching this one I subscribed. You two got to where you're at with hard work and you're proof that opportunity exists in this great country if you put your mind to it. I've seen too many people sit and whine because they don't have anything and how unfair it is. They should all watch this video. Great inspiring video!
Great back story, it gives my wife and I some inspiration for our endeavors. My wife and have saved for years and recently purchased a multi-use commercial building in southern Nevada that serves as our home, shop and warehouse, that's why we just love your Idaho build. My wife runs a E-commerce Thrift business and I still work a normal 9-5 job in Hydroelectric. I will retire in a few years and I plan to start building affordable campers similar to what you guys built. We look forward to more exciting episodes!
Awesome guys, I love your story. Years of hard work has paid off, no matter what you did, you never stopped or gave up. I can't wait to watch your life update video later today.
It is so much fun watching you I’m trying to keep up or catch-up I should say with all of your episodes love them all you work so good together, what a team
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after waking up from a coma and moving to Idaho I have discovered, post a few years of recovery from wheelchair to walking again, that living off grid is all for me. thank you for providing methods and attitudes needed to move forward. Thank you I am gracious of the wisdom and love you two have provided for not only me, but for all!! AMEN
You two kids (kids? I'm 80, done a lot of DIY and car maintenance, so yes, compared to me, kids) truly deserve everything you have worked for. I have thoroughly enjoyed all your videos and the way you tackle tasks and face up to problems. I wish you all the best of everything.
Success is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration... Your story is inspiring, thanks for sharing!!!
At 68 years old , I could not be more happy With you two than if you were my own kids, your attitude towork, life and each other should be a lesson to everyone starting out in life. I wish you continued happiness ans success and am eagerley waiting to see what you have planned, both in your building and that beautiful little boy. greetings and best wishes from Scotland
You are both so likable, it’s undoubtedly been a factor in your success on RUclips. Glad your struggles have paid off and wish you both more and more success as you venture through life.
"struggles" Really? Ever traveled? I can show you struggle. These two merely keep busy. They haven't struggled a day in their lives and neither have you if you can even say that w a straight face.
@@JohnIsSailingForAsia traveling is your greatest struggle? Wow. Life must be tough for you. I suppose those long waits in airports or the difficulties in finding a slip in the marinas, or the bouncing from riding a camel through the desert.
You think that’s more of a struggle than changing a ring gear in a D-8 dozer?
You would have been one of the many dropouts in my profession man. Only one in ten applicants secured a place working on the Columbia River operations at the Camas Washington paper mill.
The Columbia River gorge is the wind surfing capital of the world. The east wind comes off the flat plains of eastern Washington and Oregon through a region with mountains on both sides of the river and 50-60 mph winds are not unusual. The Camas mill is located at the western mouth of the gorge. River Operations had personnel worked on log rafts and on tugboats.
Only one in ten stayed more than three months. Try walking logs in a 60 mph wind or working on barges that weighed 2600 tons and were basically sailed in the strong east winds.
Ya, traveling is real tough. You’d never make it at a real job.
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If you listen to your story the most money you made with the least amount of work was renting. (excluding the chairs)
So stop selling container houses rent them out. Stop flipping (if you can keep capital and get a loc) and rent them out. Get good tenants long term less active investment 7 profit centers
@@lonpearson2134 I don’t understand what you’re carrying on about 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
The story behind the story is amazing. It is so great to see 2 young people (cannot believe I just turned into my parents) chasing their dreams and doing so well. Never be afraid of failure, that's what teaches you new skill and directions.
As a couple, your honesty is tremendous and a breath of fresh air. To build so much with no real experience is truly amazing. Well done and keep going with the Barndominium.
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I agree. Keep going guys, keep making content that you enjoy do take some breaks. Glad to see all your hard work and risk taking is paying off. I'll just keep going on my daily 9-5 grind 🤭. Travel safe
Go big or stay home..love it congrats you'all.
That was so freakin great. I’ll be 75 in a week or so and I love you guys. You are so cute and so good together. Nothing ordinary about either of you, you’ve lived more in a few years than most of us in a lifetime. Keep it up, so look forward to seeing what’s coming for you guys.
Well said.
I just re-watched your episode "Are We Rich?" and I feel compelled to say that I enjoy when you just talk to us, like when you described how you dealt with that thing that was supposed to turn air to water but the views I like most are when you have a problem and then see how you work it out, or when you have a new project and how you make it happen. Yes, talk to us, but don't stop making things happen, like turning that barge into something we will all enjoy, even if it is only vicariously. I almost feel like you three are part of my family. Thank you dearly
Tommy B
WOW. First, thank you two for taking the time to do this video. It's very brave to put yourself out there like that and I know I greatly appreciated hearing your story! What's crazy is that I didn't realize I had seen you two in the past (First Time Flippers) until you brought it up in this video. I definitely remember watching your episode! You two are clearly very motivated and entrepreneurial, and are a perfect match for each other. Maybe it's just the way you've presented yourselves in your videos, but it really seems like you two are just genuinely good people. I think that's what first got my attention and has since kept me engaged. I can't wait to see where this channel goes in the years ahead!
Making this video was so much harder than our normal videos. And we honestly didn’t know if anyone would care. Thank you so much for coming on this journey with us. ☺️
@@AmbitionStrikes You mentioned the "tribe", and I think you two have amassed a lot of people that really enjoy following you and getting to know you. That's why I think this video will be so well received. Thank you again for making this!
@@BoomerKeith1 Well said Sooner Keith. I am sitting here watching on my laptop in my isolation room, and my brain actually feels like Riley and Courtney are in here talking to me. They must be amazing in person.
@@AmbitionStrikes I live a lot like you all, but without the videoing... I appreciate the small details (like in one video you made, you mentioned needing SLOW RPM's on your drill and a LOT of down pressure to drill through steel). Those are the important things people learn from and keep them watching. If you are ever in Ecuador, look me up!
Y’all are incredible!!!!! Most would die for a relationship like yours. You’re a team and it’s awesome!!! Y’all are great
Hey guys! My husband has watched your videos for quite a while. He recommended your channel to me. For the last several weeks we have been watching your container home build. Love your content! You guys come across as genuine nice trustworthy people.
I, like many others, thought you must be rich 😅 this video almost had me on the verge of tears because it made me believe my husband and I really can build our dream place too! Thank you for showing us how you have been doing it all! ❤
Great video. You earned my respect on your journey of taking risks, jumping in and worrying about the money as you go. Pretty much how I've lived my life as well. I now have three properties in two states, a Woodmizer sawmill, a Case W20B Frontend loader with a backhoe mounted on the back, a 1963 Willy's pickup truck I'm building into a plow truck and a CanAm Commander X I did some mods on. I'm currently living in a 36 X 48 shop at 4,000' on the US/CA border in North Central WA (not far from where you are at). Next month I'm getting a new Adventure motorcycle (Triumph 900 Tiger RP) and starting to plan a trip to Argentina/Chile. Best of luck in your future.
This was beautiful. Thank you both for sharing all this with us.
I appreciate this video. My wife and I are giving it our all to build a farm and business from scratch. We are also just faking it till me make it, and it's inspiring to see that you two have gotten to where you are from hardwork. I hope life brings you everything you want.
23:55 Oh no Courtney we totally LOVE you guys talking and filming! Amazing and great couple! Am binge watching all your videos!!
Hey you two, thanks for the synopsis of your journey. I am happy to be a member of the tribe and enjoy each video you produce. New venture, Burro Rescue Farm!!!!
Oh, yeah. Forgot about not seeing the wild burros. That's it, once the road is improved part way up, the "Not So Wild Burro Rescue Petting Corral." Along with Bailey and Boone's acrobatic acts. ;-)
Your HONESTY is so refreshing! Keep pushing your limits! You gained a subscriber today.
17:55 "But at this point I didn't even care anymore..." It's amazing how many of life's adventures start with that phrase.
When it comes to flipping homes the way you guys were doing it (which is how my parents and I do it as well) is that you buy the place and then QUICKLY get it gutted and remodeled to the point originally planned, then stick it on the market. In the event the market isn't strong enough to sell for the kind of profit that we originally wanted, then we switch our plan and instead we rent it out. We do a 12 month lease and then after the 12 months if the market has improved then we go month-month and put the house back on the market. If it needs more time then we will sign another 12 months or get a new set of tenants for 12 months. The whole idea is that we rent the house out for enough to cover all of the bills, and on the last house our monthly bills were 1500$ and we rented the house out for 2700 a month, so we made money every month on the house. It's not for everyone but it's a great way to make an extra 30-60k a year by doing one flip a year.
So having been in challenging businesses myself, this may sounds weird , but I'm glad you mentioned you had lost friends thru some of those crazy stressful times , because I have too. I know what that feels like. It makes me realize that it's not just me. And how could anyone not be supportive and understanding of you guys? you guys are one of the most lovable couples on the planet. I'm so happy for your success! I'm not completely there yet, but you guys are inspiring me to get there! -work hard, to overcome obstacles, and have fun thru it all. Thanks for being open, and being who you guys are. It inspires me to be more like you.
I'm so impressed with you guys! Just found your channel a couple of days ago but I have to say that you two are an amazing combination of characters. Your willingness to support each other and make things happen, to take risks but also shoot to become debt free, to be careful yet daring, etc. Just an impressive pair of inspiring attitudes. I'm in!
I recently started watching you two. First, It's great to see a couple of Mustangs (Cal Poly) "learn by doing" & being successful at it. Similarities for us are the working hard, saving money by living extremely frugally, buying land & building our own house (ours was an earth sheltered one in Paso Robles with not a/c), going solar (20 years of it but alas not off-grid), & doing much of just what we want. I'm glad you did this video because I was wondering after watching the video about the completion of the solar power system. Good on you!
I appreciate you sharing your leap of faith. There are days when I question how many hours I am putting in my business. In 2020 I lost money for the first time - gov declared us non-essential. Last year I only took $342 out of the business; paying my personal bills with side jobs. I wanted to get us out of the hole. Your success and stumbles are inspiring. Thank you.
Great Story! Thanks for being so honest and open about both the ups and downs. I finally understand how you were able to build the Truck Camper is such a short time period. Having built several camping trailers myself, I have always been blown away with your quality of planning and preparation that went into that build. One day I need to buy you lunch and pick your brains! Thanks again!
Stumbled onto your channel a week ago, it's infectious. Went back and found this title because I was curious as to your ability to do what your'e doing. Your phrase "fake it till you make it" has been the basis of my life. From raising my two sons, to every job I've ever done, I've faked it, until I made it. Even with the set backs, and failures, it still builds confidence that one way or another you will make it. I turn 75 tomorrow, am retired living in Thailand, and am enjoying every single day! And yes, I'm still faking it.😉
I do like the way that you both have explained how everything has come together. (I like many other viewers wondered how the heck you have afforded to do everything) It was good to see you both be real about how it hasn’t been as easy as it looks when it’s all edited and you have cash flow concerns like the rest of us. It makes it easier for your viewers to relate to you. Here is too continued success!!🍾
This will probably sound cliche as I don't think words will truly express the impact your story has.... but I have to say it. .... What an amazing story; so inspirational. A true modern American fairy tale. It's with a warm fuzzy feeling that I immediately start my next business venture. Keep up the good work guys... I'm (and I'm sure many others are) looking forward to it!
It’s no one else’s business how you earn a living. We just appreciate you sharing your lives with us. Well made video btw.
With you there....all we need its your inspiration. You owe us nothing.
Just do what you need you do and do what you want to do.
How or why its no matter....but if we can help just ask
Well said Jack
I totally agree. My mum always used to say “MYOB”. Mind Your Own Business. Thanks for letting us see what you are happy to share with us.
Totally agree
I totally agree it's nobody's business how you've created this life and your RUclips channel I enjoyed very much keep up the good work and your endeavors!
Love the fact that you both are so open and honest with each other as well as with your viewers ( it’s none of our business frankly ! ) but you both are living proof that hard work, determination and bravery will pay off in the end. Good luck from a Brit living in France who emigrated with his girlfriend, a car and a cat and that’s it....now married, two kids and happily settled 👍)
Love the heart to heart camp side chat. You guy's have given me lots of inspiration to carry on with my life after many set backs. Thanks you guy's.
You two are a true American story of grit and determination. Fake it 'till you make it. So true, but you learn along the way. You acknowledged your parents and friends for their support and advice. Just found your channel thru a Short that was posted today. What an amazing and inspiring story. Lots of lessons here for a new generation. Keep up the great work!
WELL DONE on what you are doing! You guys deserve everything that you have achieved!
Hard work pays off! You're encouraging others to take the plunge in following their dreams. Keep at it!
I wanted to tell you guys that I love your videos. I think it's a rare thing to get to do what you do and still enjoy it. You have found a special niche and ya fill it beautifully. You honesty and humbleness is definitely what makes me enjoy watching you as I do. It's not staged or fake. Just good honest insight. Yeah editing is one thing but you still seem to be real genuine. Keep up the work and I hope you don't lose your passion, it's a special thing.
Thank you so much! We really underestimated how rewarding it would be to share all of our projects with you all!
I absolutely love your family and videos. I have a KX080-4 and work with it all the time. As the saying goes anything worth having, is worth working hard for. I love your hard work. I’m a fan from Jacksonville Florida for as long as you’ll have me.❤
Great video...I really like the summary (and format for this video, hiking, chatting, banter back and forth). Fascinating to see how you got to where you are. I came to your channel for the Camper Truck build, and have stayed on because you are both super genuine and I like where you're going. I also think your story is relatable...the biggest difference between you guys and the rest of us is that you're willing to take risks and put it out there. Really enjoy your passion! Thanks for letting us in. :)
Taking risks never gets easier, but the results can be amazing!
I am 68. My wife and I built our house. My construction experience was...I built a doghouse when I was 12. We had no money. But we both wanted kids. I wanted a safe place to live but again no money. I found land that no one wanted but I could afford. Learn as you go. I had friends that were in the same boat. We all built at the same time. We exchanged labor for labor. We held full time jobs and supplement part time jobs and built the house. Family and friends, couldn't have done it otherwise. Two great kids, college grads,top of their class. Million dollar home, 180 into it. Worked at a hardware store and retired. Stressful, painful, constantly broke. But checked all the boxes. Thanks for sharing your story.
Awesome story about getting from "a" to where you are now. I applaud the willingness to forge ahead even when it may scare the boogers out of you and film it for us as you do, wholesome entertainment without the drama! Thank you both and do not stop on your journey forward.
Watched your revcon video, your yacht video, and your digging a pond video, and come to this one -- what a wonderful couple you are! Thanks for bringing joy to all of us! Good luck to all your future projects, and we all love Oliver😃
Love the story…. I knew Riley was an engineer, we are just assembled in the factory a little different. I am not sure how I landed on your channel, but thank the RUclips algorithm I guess. I think the fun part is really watching you guys grow along with the content - and the success of the channel has really driven your options. I find myself rooting for you as much as I enjoy the technical and creative aspects of your channel.
I am here for as long as you will have us!
We’ve got BIG plans for the rest of the year. Thanks for joining us on this adventure! ☺️
@@AmbitionStrikes You checked a calendar recently? The years is--shockingly--nearly over! :-)
@@JohnHMoore Not for us! The next two months are going to be epic! 😉
The talking and filming works really well. I’m a new subscriber. Congratulations on your successes. I’ve owned my own business for 50 years now since age 10. Your hard work and frugal living is a key formula for step by step daily success and fulfillment. Really nice that you can do it together on the same team.
Hands down my most favorite video! I have always believed that the quality that made you so much fun to watch was your authenticity. Today's video confirmed that you two rock!
I really enjoyed this video, thank you for sharing!
I'm in awe of how much you guys have achieved in so small a number of years. Plus you do it all so well. You're a great couple. Long may you continue succeeding bringing your dreams to fruition!!
Thank you so much for this video. The theme is love, stress, being terrified, and working hard, hard, hard.
Filming makes the project take about two times as long. Then editing takes as long as the project and filming did. Salute!
You two, and your escapades are very entertaining and refreshing. Keep going!
Congratulations to your parents! They did good! Nice to know hard work still does pay off! PS: like Jack M said in his comment …”It’s no one else’s business” … but thank you for sharing!
Said it before, I’ll say it again - it is SO MUCH FUN watching your vids! Not just informative, entertaining and inspiring, but REAL FUN! Love being a part of your digital family.
I found you guys while looking for home building ideas. This is literally the second video of you I have watched and I felt compelled to just say hello. What an amazing, hard working couple you guys are. Much love from Texas :)
Thanks for watching Troy! ☺️
Native idahoan here. Retired, and throughly enjoy your videos. Keep up the excellent work, and the knowledge you both share! ❤❤
Love, love, love you both! Seeing you together reminds me not to take life for granted.
I just found you a couple of weeks ago and I’ve been auditing so much of what you’re doing. And now I found this video and it’s just delightful because this video is from three years ago and to see where you have come today …you two are just power houses and you found each other and you’re the luckiest people in the world. I adore your work ethic and your kindness. And your brains! Thank you for sharing.
Thank yo very much for sharing this video. I feel that a lot of young people think that YouTubing is fun but don't realize that it still requires hard work behind the scenes. Your detail of your life chapters clearly shows how much hard work is required to succeed in life. No effort - no meaningful success. This should be a must view for kids that just day dream through life and wait for hand outs. I will ensure my kids will see this. Keep the great content coming.
I am 67 years young and both of you have done so much in your lives! I will continue to watch your videos as long as you make them!
Dream big, and never quit chasing them. You guys have put in so much work to get to this point. Awesome story, can’t wait to see how the property evolves
im subscribed to soooo many channels, that i almost don't hit that red button anymore. Watching this video today was by accident. As a result I'm subscribed to yet another channel. You guys are just ordinary people, and very open and honest. That's refreshing these days.
Thank you so much for supporting our channel! ☺️
Thanks for this video. It's great knowing how it all started. Y'all are hard working and deserve all that you have.
What it takes to succeed? Money? No!
Mindset, awareness, critical thinking and stamina!
You guy's are an inspiration to many. Thank you.
Wow, what a great video.
Had no idea two people as young as you had accomplished so much!
Truly AMBITIOUS!
And
INSPIRING!
When i saw the title, it didnt create a pressing desire to know but..... My curiosity has been cured now and glad we watched. Your honesty and the way you attack new projects is inspiring. We just built a new house and dealing with a contractor thats unreponsive is maddening. Being your own contractor you dont have that problem, we are so envious.
Hi guys, I appreciate how hard it was to share your personal story about how you got to the place in life our at. I know how hard to get started in life. together you have made an amazing adventure. Keep your sprits up and reach for the stars. You are an inspiration and so positive to all that you do.
Both of you are amazing, keep up the great work. I'm a Financial Advisor and I keep telling my kids, my clients and the local schools that it's motivation that really makes someone successful, whether that is rich in life or financially! Not what degrees you have but if you do what you love, you will be successful and it doesn't feel like work at all. It's amazing hearing your story!
Well, this was unexpected. I've watched you guys for the content, your talents, the way you work together, your attitudes. Makes me wish to be so young again and adventurous. Keep doin' it. I'll keep watchin'!
I just want to say that your content is awesome, so badass. But the thing that honestly truly blows my mind is your beautiful loving relationship. In this day and age that is so insanely rare to see with younger couples. You two are beautiful glisten of hope, thank you!!!!
You two are incredible. My wife and I think you're such cute kids. We love watching your videos and it was great to learn all about how you two got started and have been so determined working on all of your projects. Yes, we liked the walking and talking! Keep up the hard work and we look forward to all of your videos!
Your authenticity is so so infectious. It was way to easy to get caught up in your musings and the curiosity factor was the driver. What was the end game going to be as the drama unfolded. For me your humble personas is what is so mesmerizing. I was drawn in and enjoyed the time I spent watching you both flourish and dance (in harmony) through life's challenges. You were not given it all but you earned it all. Sadly, ambition is lacking in today's "entitlement" generation. Loved your stories! GOD speed to you both!
I enjoy watching you both in your build. It has been amazing to see how much progress you have made so far. I look forward to seeing these next chapters.
Keep your smiles! You two brighten my day I look forward to each video .
Congratulations to you two! Hard work pays off. Can’t wait to see your build complete.
I sometimes feel like a peeping Tom watching RUclips videos but I get inspired to take on challenges when I see you and your positive attitudes. Thank you and good luck in the future.
Wow thanks guys! Awesome to hear how hard you guys worked for so many years
What an inspiration , this couple are the greatest and I faithfully watch their journey through life, God bless them and their family.
Thank you for your honesty. You guys are the real deal. Now I'm subscribing. Keep it up.
I agree with Jack. Your life, your deals. We just love your videos.
I taught you how to deal with Yellowjackets. And they will be there this spring!!
Thanks for all of the background. I have watched full series of other couples building their off-grid homesteads and always come away wishing I was younger and could do that. Keep up the good content.
You guys are proof that sometimes good things happen to good people. Everything you have is deserved. Congratulations!
The main reason I started watching you folks was your enduring Honesty!!!
Love your Channel!
You two are truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your story!
Hell yeah! Treck on! Make your path in the way you see fit! That’s what life is all about, and worth living!
Great back story! Now that I understand you two better, I have become a faithful follower. So glad you shared it with your RUclips family. Now I underatand how you were able to build that camper. I'm pretty handy and I wouldn't have been able to do that AND make it look awesome. You two are an amazing couple. Looking forward to seeing more of you. Best of luck!
I just stumbled onto your channel last night, starting with the septic install video. After about five others, I ended up on this video. You two are sooo cute, and inspiring!! I am 67 years young, and want to go to a homestead sooo badly! Your channel allows me to live a little vicariously through you. I have five grown children, and eighteen grands, so far. I hope to do some level of what you are doing, ideally with my grands, as my legacy. God bless you and Oliver and hopefully many more siblings for him (large families are an asset on the land) as the years progress. I hope to watch ALL of your videos as time permits. I really enjoyed this personal peak into your story. Thank you for taking the time and being vulnerable enough to show us this much about yourselves. It was very touching to me. Again, The Lord bless you both, and your (hopefully growing) family!!
That's a very inspirational story, you guys are doing so much hard work I live watching your videos and why your video is late I am waiting and checking daily
Good for you guys. I'm 76 and owned my own small speciality business for 30 years after 20 years with a large corp. Wish when I was your age I'd had your mental state about enjoying life more than working my butt off and providing for others. Just subscribed and will follow your progress. Keep taking on the things you know nothing about and conquering life.
Seems like Lots of hard work went into this. You guys are a great team. No need to be stressed anymore! Enjoy fruits of your labor!
I have binge watching your videos after being introduced to you by the Martin's, but this video allowed me to gain so much more respect for you both. To show that you have worked your A$$ off to be were you are today. Keep up the great content. I love it.
You deserve everything…..you work so hard! What a beautiful couple…
I just found your channel not too long ago. I love both of your energies. I appreciate people who make RUclips videos and all the hard work it takes to make these videos. Thanks again for sharing your story. I am looking forward to watching more of your channel. Hope that 2025 is very good for your family.
Well deserved success guys. It's great to see all the hard work pay off. I've personally enjoyed following along and sharing your projects. Cheers!
I just stumbled on this one after watching you both since Vanwives visited you to help on tractor/wood storage garage. I have loved your videos ever since and loved listening to you both to get the back story! As long as your making them I’ll be watching👍🏻
Hi, new subscriber here. I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm really enjoying your story and I have nothing but respect and admiration for how hard you are working and what you are accomplishing. Thanks for sharing the journey, and good luck with all of your goals! (And also congrats on 139K subscribers!!)
Thank you so much! ☺️
Respect for the open and transparent attitude. Cheers.
I loved the story! Y'all are so inspiring. Thank you for producing such amazing context!
I subscribed today after watching the barn excavation build , the dump truck and the dump install , insulation bed and this one . This video sums it up and I guest right . I hope all your dreams come true . I own my own business and know what you been through , I’m now 60 , single and still chasing my dreams working every day but a hand full still trying the get my own projects done but getting close to where I can enjoy life and maybe find me a lady to give me a hand . It’s cool that you guys have each other and mesh together so well and to see you both with so much drive and ambition is what I like to see . When I was about 12 or so I had my own landscape business doing odd jobs for the older ladies in my neighborhood and remember one lady telling my father , your son has so much ambition . Something that will always stick in my mind . I wish I had found a Courtney when I was a young man , a soul mate . I think she would have been a tennis mom and me a tennis dad though . When I need something done or help at the farm it always cost me a extra $150.00 in labor . That being said , I have to say that this by far is my favorite channel on RUclips . Thanks for the entertainment .
Hi Thomas! Thank you so much for watching our videos and supporting what we do. We feel so fortunate to have found each other 10 years ago. There's no way we could have forged this life without each other.
Amazing Story, Hard Work Courtney Riley!! There's a Message there, nothing is Free In this Life!! Dean( Soul) Toronto
Yup, as everyone has said, you have inspired me to get some dirt under my fingernails... in order to make my house a more pleasant place. I may not be offgrid... yet... but every project successfully under my belt is another skill I own forever and another way for me to save money in the future. You guys are truly awesome. Can't wait to see the add-ons once Oscar has a sibling or two. 🙂
Well done guys, it is great when years of hard work start to pay off in satisfaction and enjoyment.
My wife and I renovated a couple of houses and started an engineering business, then started building an ocean-capable steel yacht. Over 4 years (and 2 children) later we moved aboard, cut ties with the land and set off around the Pacific.. scary starting that trip, but so rewarding and confidence-building once we were moving.
While in Fiji we were sitting on the beach at the famous Blue Lagoon when a cruise boat arrived and shuttled their passengers ashore. We got talking to a couple, who looked puzzled and said that they hadn't seen us and our kids aboard, so we pointed to our yacht anchored nearby and explained that we were living aboard and cruising around the Pacific.
"Humph" they said, "It's all right for SOME, isn't it??!!!!!!!" and walked off. We were a bit shocked, but it made us realize that they had absolutely no idea about the years of work, risks taken, sacrifices and determination that had got us there.
So your story in this video feels very familiar, and I am glad that you made it!
Part of your success comes from the fact that you two are a genuine team, not just a couple. Helps that you are both hard workers!
So keep up the good work, keep making the videos, and I hope your subscriber base continues to grow. You deserve it...
Congratulations on your hard work and perseverance! It sounds like you've made a wonderful life for you and your family full of excitement, joy and I'm sure a lot of sacrifices. We hope 2022 treats you to many more adventures!
I've watched a few of your videos. After watching this one I subscribed. You two got to where you're at with hard work and you're proof that opportunity exists in this great country if you put your mind to it. I've seen too many people sit and whine because they don't have anything and how unfair it is. They should all watch this video. Great inspiring video!
Great back story, it gives my wife and I some inspiration for our endeavors. My wife and have saved for years and recently purchased a multi-use commercial building in southern Nevada that serves as our home, shop and warehouse, that's why we just love your Idaho build. My wife runs a E-commerce Thrift business and I still work a normal 9-5 job in Hydroelectric. I will retire in a few years and I plan to start building affordable campers similar to what you guys built. We look forward to more exciting episodes!
Wow! Talk about a power couple. We wish you both success, early retirement and lots of adventures. ☺️
Awesome guys, I love your story. Years of hard work has paid off, no matter what you did, you never stopped or gave up. I can't wait to watch your life update video later today.
It is so much fun watching you I’m trying to keep up or catch-up I should say with all of your episodes love them all you work so good together, what a team
Thanks Denny! ☺️