I quit! This Auction House Flip has officially exhausted me!

[@ronhines4036]

Stay strong Craig, It will payoff in the end!

[@Alkalineman]

Depends on the all in price

[@AdamSmith-uq3dx]

Craig gotta stay strong brother; love the house content and one day here soon it will pay off when you get to see your kids running around and swimming in the lake. Your sacrifices are what make you great. Small construction business owner for almost 6 years now, I get it.

[@B0xlife1]

Not hard he probably came on as a laborer or had a family Member that did it and went from there. If your handy at stuff you too could get hired on and learn as you go!

[@AdamSmith-uq3dx]

I worked road construction for years and had ran into a guy who owned a business and I went to work for him.. long story short he relapsed and quit doing it and I realized that it was a lot easier to start then I thought... so I went and started my own, with some basic power tools from the pawn shop and a pickup... now 6 years later I have 4 employs all the tools I could ever need. 2 dump trailers and a skid steer. Just gotta believe in yourself and bite the bullet and sacrifice somethings and you'll get it.

[@paulh1745]

Oh, do you worship the almighty dollar like Craig does? Ugh.

[@paulh1745]

@@AdamSmith-uq3dx it helps a lot if you don’t screw your customers, and you give back to your community.

[@stefancrisp162]

I think your channel is one of the best on KZbin Craig

[@FlyingWheels]

Thank you!

[@the_truck_farmer]

God bless ya bud I couldn’t deal with such a high maintenance woman! A fella needs some help on a project this big!

[@dbock10]

Your one of the realest people on KZbin. Congrats on the progress of the new house and love that your putting the work in too. Not just leaving it to contractors.

[@miceinoz1181]

Yes, I painted the whole inside of my newly built house in 1991. I also did all the interior tiling in the bathrooms and laundry. Once I completed this, I had one overwhelming feeling........NEVER AGAIN!!!! Oh, nearly forgot, I removed all the window and door architraves in the house and stain matched the colors as the Meranti wood used was shades from deep red to white. As I said, Never Again! The flooring and any extras are always on top, sad but true. Welcome to building a house, dealing with tradesman doing your house is one of the most stressful experiences (aside from divorce maybe) that you go through.

[@crash5225]

What I like about your channel is you show the hard work that has to be put in to have nice things like yours. So often I hear people say "must be nice" when they don't see the hard work and sacrifices that have to be made to make it happen

[@philipharding437]

Craig - your total honesty is refreshing. It's been a lot of work, but the rewards lie ahead. Speaking as someone with a lake house, believe me, developing and improving the house can be the most rewarding aspect of the whole deal. Hang tight - you're nearly there!

[@farmboi6376]

Hey Craig. Keep your head up. As a full time house flipper you are at the finish line . I use to do all the work ourselves on our flips and no longer do that because it leaves no time for memories and life. That house finished will give you unlimited memories with your family. You got this and keep going

[@Christian.Alv6]

May I ask how you started? How and where did you bought your first house flip? Auction, market, relatives. How did you come up with the money? Loan, savings.

[@farmboi6376]

@@Christian.Alv6 we saved money for years to get started. We got our first house as a private deal through a good family friend. He inherited it through an estate and sold it to us undervalue . Very generous. Good luck to you!

[@kerrylewis2581]

This is just the sort of thing my Dad did for us growing up. He worked a day job, a night job, and a weekend job and somehow found time to maintain the home when we were young. He did it all for us as you are for your family. Your progress is impressive and will be well worth it once it's done. You deserve a gold medal for your efforts and the dock flip at the end.

[@paulh1745]

He deserves a gold medal? For teaching his children his value system? I think not. They will be takers just like Craig.

[@renedentremont932]

Almost done, big picture your family will have some awesome memories of the lake house when they grow up. Love how much your Grampa is in your life.

[@markf5653]

You will not regret it. Keep going!

[@erickgruis106]

Dude, I already liked your channel because I'm a car guy (repair shop/body shop owner for a long time). This video was soooo relatable. We work and push because we love our family and we want them happy and to build a life with them. The hard part is balancing everything. When I was married and had my family, I would have worked any amount for them and I did. Now, my daughter is grown and I'm divorced. It's much harder to find that same drive now. The catch is, if you don't strive and push, you still get stuck in a grind trying to provide for them. In the end, you just do the best you can and make as much time for them as you can.

[@aldoblar]

Stay strong, that house is a dream for a bunch of us, even as a first home. It will worth it at the end. Hope our views help out a little with $

[@johngarcia5396]

Enjoy the channel and content!! On a side note...you are a great dude...great father and husband!!! You are such a good businessman and such a hard worker...you are hands on with every aspect of your life!!! Work around the clock...how do you manage it all.. plus I know its a ton of work...will pay off with the memories and hard work u put in . You will just smile and have a sigh of relax..enjoying the house and your wife and kids love you and will all be great bc they see how great of a father you are how successful u r in business!

[@FlyingWheels]

I appreciate that. Thanks!

[@jjl499]

I got a laugh!! Great video! Craig your car channel is morphing into a vlog and car show! Congrats I love it! I wrote a message not to buy it and to stay away! Me and my dad have flipped houses for the last 20 yrs! They suck and there’s a surprise around every door!! Keep up the good work!

[@ferris2583]

Craig been watching since the early FW days. Cmon brother reset the attitude! Life is good, youre doing things people dream of. Push hard to the finish, it IS worth it.

[@JeffXram]

Seeing what you're doing, and the tour of the town 1 mile trail bike ride away.... it will be worth it. Hang in there. Fall and Spring will be here before you know it.

[@dassme1]

Totally agree with putting used appliances in the house I would have no problem whatsoever just as long as they were up to date somewhat. Or maybe you can have her list them on Facebook marketplace and try to find somebody that is selling a set of appliances used that are newer or up to her par . I love finding stuff like that on Facebook marketplace just got to look out for the killer deals

[@ourantwins123]

He`s a hard worker that`s for sure. Spraying then rolling it out is great for priming and ceilings, walls should just be brush and roller

[@patrickspenard8674]

Love how the content is real and relatable with the good and the bad not making it look like a fairytale. Keep up the great vids

[@billy2069]

I just went through a New England rebuild myself. It’s worth it once it’s finished. Once you have 1-5 years there enjoying it. Having your parents and grandparents enjoying it. You’ll realize it’ll be all worth it. Plus real estate equity to leave the kids/grandchildren some day (peace of mind). Hang in there

[@iheartnikes2187]

Hang in there I feel your endurance especially when your alone putting in so much work and no one around to give that motivation. I feel you all the way from Westchester NY

[@mikeparker7243]

Thats awesome man! The light is near. It will be well worth all the hard work. I end up doing things alone as well while my family enjoys the weekends, but in the end, it will be more time together later, if you spend your time now doing it.

[@ramza78]

Look at the bright side, you got the paint job done right the first time! Keep up the hard work! You’re gonna put smiles on your family’s faces when it’s all done!! Isn’t this what we do as parents? Make sacrifices? Can’t wait for the finish line!!

[@bobmanzi7712]

Everybody should have those kind of troubles LOL the house is looking really good great job many years of enjoyment and fun with your family

[@RightDucman]

Craig, Nice Home - Great Job - You're a hard worker and it shows, I enjoy all of your videos - Stay Safe!

[@boelie2001]

You're doing a great job Craig. There is nothing wrong in taking a break from the house. Make sure family comes first and then after that you can do your thing on the house. Take a break if it feels like a sacrifice. It does not matter if the house gets done a month later, but you can not go to another soccer tournament easily. You do a great job! I think your family will agree.

[@tomunderwood3204]

Someone up there Likes You Craig, it's because your honest & blessed with a great family!

[@billvilla7799]

I feel for you Craig...vacation home is a great idea until you realize that you have just committed to another property that has to be maintained. Been there done that...now i have a camper and rent a lake home when I want to hang out at the lake.

[@totalloser23]

I always over buy by double, then return anything we don’t use. Significantly cheaper in the long round than making multiple trips ;) Looking good, keep up the hard work!

[@muskokamike127]

You can only do that with primer or pre-mix...do a custom colour and you can't return it. But yeah, whenever I painted I bought at least 20% more.

[@gerbs8086]

The house series has been really enjoyable to watch… thank you for your sacrifice, lol. You’re a beast… amazing work ethic!

[@benjim6925]

Hey Craig good job buddy. Just remember your dreams won’t work unless you do. You are putting in the work so have faith you will get your dream.

[@johne1956]

I feel you Craig. I did a 1000sq ft extension to my house and ended up doing far more than I had intended, all the woodwork, external cladding, underfloor heating etc. I hated that extension! But with a couple of weeks of finishing it I was loving it. Stay with it you will love it when you are in it enjoying it.

[@samuelwright8749]

Watching here in the U.K. Craig. Keep going, you are nearly there. You are creating the place for those memories!

[@NeonZX4]

Great job Craig. It’s very cathartic doing your own work, it’s a great way to learn. Plus, you’re saving money doing some of the work on your own. So, when’s the barbecue party for all your subscribers?

[@spudrubble]

Listen up, you are on the last obstacle, man up, grab the next hand hold and pull yourself up to the finish for the win! You got this.

[@grega4450]

You are an amazing example of what hard work accomplishes. I went through the same thing with my cottage. Regretted the cost and time to build. Now I feel so fortunate to have. You will realize the sacrifice was worth it.

[@dustinwalker9468]

I am very invested in most of your videos man, you do great work and I like to watch the process! Keep your head up Craig. You got this!

[@aaronkudatsky8940]

Are those vinyl plank floors? Because those are made of a plastic rubber composite material, when direct sunlight hits them, they expand from the heat, causing the floor to bubble. Had that at my rental property, and thus had to replace it with Porcelain Tile .

[@VanisleNSX]

I like hearing Craigs genuine honesty in this vlog.

[@kheaslett]

Thank God for your Wonderful Grandfather...!!! re: what you are going thru... i feel your frustration...

[@ugowhereiwent]

Stay strong and good job! Efforts are visible.

[@TaylorZ2]

Craig it looks fantastic! You are so motivated. Don't focus too much on the cost, focus on the value (they're very different). You will have countless good times with your children while they're young and you can't put a price on that. The one thing you can never buy is time. So from a value perspective, it's well worth it even if initially it was more money/work than you expected. When you're old the cost won't matter but the memories will. Things that start out bad turn out good.

[@TonyaStephensOnline]

Love your videos. Everything for your family!

[@stephenwabaxter]

Craig, what an epic project to create a second home for your family. I know from experience that DIY can be a lot of hard work and long days but of course so rewarding. Enjoy the lake!

[@pflans2306]

It’s overwhelming right now, but you’re going to have years of enjoyment there with your family. Keep up the great work. You’re on the homestretch and the finish line is in sight.

[@paulh1745]

This guy is never on the homestretch, because the only thing he worships is the almighty dollar. That’s all he cares about.

[@johnlillyblad5188]

@@paulh1745 I don't get that impression whatsoever

[@paulh1745]

@@johnlillyblad5188 you must be a new viewer to his channel. It won’t take you long, watching his videos, to figure out that the only thing important to him is the almighty dollar. Furthermore, nothing is ever his fault, it’s always the customer’s fault. It is always about him. I, I, I, , me, me, me, my, my, my.

[@paulh1745]

@@johnlillyblad5188 you must be a new subscriber. After you watch him for a while you will figure out exactly who he is.

[@jbncnow]

You use a shop vac not a broom to clean the floors before installing floor

[@igorbogoslov3256]

Craig great job on the progress. My take away on this video is that you ignore the 7 P's. Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance. And also, drop the sob stories, get back to great tips. You could have included some tips on how to paint faster, or your planning process.

[@miceinoz1181]

Don't give up Craig! You will enjoy the end result of your labor, rest assured. The things you have learned may now help you if you want to start flipping houses too.

[@GDIGS]

All the hard work you put it will and is going to pay off for your family and yourself. Place looks great ,you have a chance most do not. Keep up the great work.

[@aaronbritt2025]

Look at it this way Craig... Next Summer is gonna be awesome. Tip from someone who gets lost in his work... Pick a time you want to quit for the day, set an alarm and stop when it goes off. Then go to the lake and swim for a bit.

[@danielmonahan6195]

Thanks for this Craig. I already assumed that building a house would be a huge POA that I shouldn't get myself into, but your experience helps confirm that belief. Buying move-in ready is definitely the way to go for me.

[@JK-tu1xx]

Craig, I don't often say others do smart things but the struggle you're experiencing now is as close as it comes to ensuring a better life for your family. As a kid my parents bought a project house, for 8 long years it was a project. It had no dishwasher, one bathroom, no kitchen, no air conditioner, fuel oil heater, a griddle in the basement, and to top it off every single day I came home from school I was working on the house to try to make it something. By the end of it the house was sold with a still unfinished bathroom, a half-way finished kitchen, a re-carpeted sun-room, and an electric heater. It sold for $150,000 more than what we bought the place for and $100,000 more than what was put into it. That house robbed me of my childhood, I resent it every single day of my life. It's part of the reason why each time I see this idea of "building a family home" I shudder at the thought. If your kids are spoiled enough to not thank you for the work you're doing to provide for them feel free to show them this message, I missed out on half of my youth because of the work I put into that house. They may not understand it now but 10 years down the line they will thank you every step of the way.

[@donreinholz8121]

That is a big house for 1 person to paint Craig. You saved a lot of money in labor. We had Home Depot install our basement Life Proof flooring. Craig you need to take a day off.

[@fibelow]

You inspired me to drag myself out of bed and do a couple of hours work this morning 👍💪. (Currently laid up with covid 😭).

[@rvangameren]

Lake you love. Unchanged. Amenities in town. Unchanged. House. Now brand new. Keep it. Enjoy it. Thanks for the video.

[@Julian-do7bv]

This house will turn out great when all said and done and youll be happy you done it every summer when you roll up

[@sainta2667]

All valid points Craig , been there myself, but that"s life , you will find the time to look back and enjoy it. Cheers

[@Edogawa1117]

Much respect for hanging in there’

[@digiver]

Really enjoy watching your house series. Keep em coming!

[@ronaldwarren5220]

I was the painter on a new home we had built in 1974. Sold it a few years later for a $20,000 profit in 1979 dollars. It was entirely worth the time and effort.

[@audioslayer123]

Craig your awesome. All the videos in this series rock. I appreciate the ups and downs with the honesties of life. Stay strong brother!

[@jorgeirizarry5971]

Most of us know how many mistakes you keep making but it is your will to overcome those mistakes that make this channel worth watching. I think you need to give it a bit more perspective to the lake house build. You are dealing with building a house from the ground up, of course there will be plenty of issues and mistakes along the way. You are almost done, it's a house not a car. You should be very proud of all the progress you have made and not frustrated by what's left to do. Thank you for all this great content!!

[@falconerx]

One tip with Vinyl plank floor. Don't go with the high character floor like you picked. It seems right looking a few pieces but there are only 6 or 8 different "boards". I can see the repeat on the video. For others out there when going with these type of floor go with a more uniform pattern you can't see the repeat. House is looking great.

[@falconerx]

the more simple pattern looks more like real wood.

[@michaeldoering3231]

My friend we all need to vent but keep your head up and it will all pay off. Thanks for the great content.

[@ghxst1272]

Love the channel! Grew up in a mechanic household and flip a few cars a year. I do contracting full time and can say that you don't level floors at that point. They should of swept it. Always leave the job site cleaner than it was when you arrived!

[@williamporter7495]

Easy to see the negatives, but you’re doing a mad job on it! Hard now, your family will enjoy it for years to come. The price is the short term sacrifice. You’re killing it mate!

[@internetkilledthevideostar]

Side note…keep your head up and your heart in the ‘game’, dude. I’m retired military and spent LOTS of time away from the ‘important’ moments in my family’s lives. In a couple years, everyone you know will understand what you did and why…the understanding and appreciation might not be coming now, but it will in 5-10 years…especially long-term, when your ‘future’ grandkids are still enjoying your labors, and understand the sacrifices of your missed family weekends. There are PLENTY more memories to make, starting in Summer of 2023!!!

[@alexbiro262]

Jesus Craig, get your wife to clean those damn appliances. She sounds spoiled expecting everything new. Grand to say when you're paying for everything and doing all the damn work, Yeesh.

[@annA48126]

Exactly what I was thinking alexbiro262. Doesn't seem to help out at all does she?

[@martinez4baseball]

Felt his pain in the video. We learn from your mistakes brother. Thank you

[@paulsaulnier5528]

Trust me. Having a fun family getaway will be worth it! Stick with it.

[@jamesgoodine]

Keep on keepin on thanks for the vid it’s a lot of work but the memories will make with your family in that home last a life time!!

[@pacman407]

I wish I were closer to you as I would help in trade for your mentorship. I've been blessed in life as I own my own home but it is still very much a frusturating project home. The things you own own you comment I've never heard of but is no joke. Just think of the good, you have a lake house and you're free owning your own business. Many things people have worked for and never had a chance to have. Keep at it, it'll be worth it all in the end.

[@trbstang]

Wow, it is looking great, Craig! Home stuff can be fun, but overwhelming too. I hired painters, a granite guy, tile guy, and a good flooring company to renovate my grandfather's house, while I did everything else from plumbing, electrical fixtures, minor repairs and such. It was still a lot of work, but we came out ahead on the sale. I hope you can fully enjoy it soon!

[@zackhiggins1426]

This investment will definitely pay off in the end your kids are young you have so many more years to enjoy it with your kids. Then even more with your grandkids. It is a beautiful home away from home.

[@B0xlife1]

Anyways ps you’re tired and working your butt off but it’s for YOUR FUTURE,your children and family. When it’s all said and done you’ll have those memorial days together just like u said and many many more of them , in a new great amazing place that fits everyone perfectly and makes everyone happy and it’s NOT a rental! It’s ALL YOURS! Forever! So be happy, think of what’s TO come and enjoy when you can, you’re working for a less stressful future to have a secondary place for you and yours to call HOME! That in itself is priceless!

[@jcritter9295]

Love the channel. Grew up in a junkyard and always wanted to do what you do.

[@TomNMel326]

Happy Fathers Day Craig! Your doing a good job like all of us fathers !!

[@leensteed7861]

Flooring guy is both incompetent and is way overcharging for the flooring install. Tell him to shove it! What is that $400 hour for install?

[@Skillz357]

Stay positive Homie! It’ll be worth it when it’s done.

[@albertoa.ramirez5156]

At the end of the day when everything is all set and done you'll know all the hard work you put in on fixing your house will be all worth it. You'll be hanging out with your family with the biggest smile on your face seeing that your kids and wife are all happy enjoying their new home. Congrats bro! Keep up the awesome work!

[@Mantequilla1876]

It’ll all be worth it in the end! Also you could rent your summer home out (Airbnb/Vrbo) a few weeks out of the year when you guys can’t be in there that way you don’t feel guilty about not using it, but you’ll also make some good side money

[@abraham91325]

Don’t worry you’re hard work will pay off

[@MattyHahn]

Well done man. It will pay off in time. We love to see it. I could never do what you do. Recently had a RENO of a second home and basically didn't do anything, inspiring to see how much you do. Contractors can be mind boggling. Keep grinding brother, its inspiring!

[@Pro-Cras-Ti-Na-Tor1000]

Sounds like the builder knew what he was doing with the flooring. Either way, every bump on the road will make the final destination even sweeter.

[@AnalysisofaCrimewithCD]

Hang in there! You are so close to the finish line!

[@mylahughes8838]

Love what you're doing for your family and hopefully you reap the rewards after it's all said and done❤🙏

[@SoonerMikeD]

Much respect for doing all that work yourself. It stinks about the flooring install but you handled it with class and I always believe the good Lord makes stuff like that up to us in blessings that we may not even know.

[@JonBlondell]

Damn, that's a lot of work!

[@lilredexptsc]

I really admire your hustle and determination. Great content!

[@2852Omar]

You did a good job. It is satisfying to say you did some of the work.

[@Andys_Auto]

You are the man Craig! It will be all worth it in the end. Think of the value of that property in 30 years when you have grandkids as old as your kids are now. Real estate is a long term investment and you are just at the beginning. Keep your head up. You are doing an amazing thing. Cannot wait to see the finished product.

[@naythwe6079]

great video. love it. thanks for taking us along

[@nitromodel696]

It will all be worth it in the end. Keep happy thoughts!!!

[@loganpelletier]

Great job painting the entire house on your own. You probably saved about $5000. If you ever do it again, I recommend painting all the doors inside, ahead of the flooring.

[@equalitylove6355]

Hey man alot of work...but your fortunate to be able to do it....it will pay off don't matter what😉💪👍

[@djparra41]

Dude I totally feel your pain! I got a $30,000 quote to fix one of my properties and I said screw that I'll do it myself! Here I am in a month and a half later, worked every spare minute on it and the wife and I are at each other's throats because i've had to go back over everything she has done it just adding more work... but I saved $25,000 so whatever 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@AnalysisofaCrimewithCD]

Damn, I did the same two years ago at a rental I own! Tenants can suckkkkk…. They wrecked the house, poured cereal all over the house! All because he couldn’t pay the rent and was constantly giving the run around for months!

[@angelbastista2835]

Craig, you're living the american dream! Yea, it sucks sometimes - it sucks a lot of times, but when you sit back 2-3 months from now, looking at all you've accomplished, you'll be happy you've put this hard work in. My father built 3 new houses, one every 5 years or so, from when he was 30-45ish, and he had the same struggles as you, hard work, all alone, constant frustration, but when he looked back at the beatiful houses he built (literally after working a 40 hour work week), he was proud at the things he'd built. You'll get there buddy. Keep up the awesome work.

[@FlyingWheels]

Very true

[@guyod1]

$4 sf installation? Wow I feel guilty charging $2