The PERFECT Property For Our New Life?

When a surprise potential property pops up, we hopped in the truck and high-tailed our booties over to check it out. It was a lot better than we thought it would be!
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[@Stella77_7]

Lots of work but All Homesteads are work no matter what stage they are at. Exciting and a time of Hope. Water is life and have that creek and a Natural spring is a Godsend.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

We got our house as a foreclosure because the basement was flooded and molded and we had to gut it. I’m excited for you guys!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

All I could think was “it has a basement. We can have VISITORS!” 😂

[@chitownmountain]

The property is BEAUTIFUL. If you rip the house down save every window door pipe etc that you can. Always good to reuse if you can. At least for green houses. Free windows make hot frames too. You have a LOT of options with that property. Im excited for you. Plant willows all along that creek. They suck up water and weather floods well and help hold the banks in place. Also great fodder for farm animals Rabbits goats etc love willow. Dont leave us hanging for long. Let us go with you :)

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

Fell some of those trees and put a log cabin there. Fence the property line and free-range goats, pigs and chickens to clear the underbrush. Use a darn strong hot wire on your fence to keep goats in and predators out! The livestock will convert thick woodland to open woodland with grass. Have fun!

[@onceuponafarmstead]

How exciting!! When we found our farm it was already under contract and we were devastated! But it fell through and in a few months of praying and bidding and waiting it was ours! Praying for ya'll - may His will be done! 💕

[@leroybrown7757]

...looks like although it has it's issues...the property in (this vid) DEFINITELY has potential... ...and it's so fun to see y'all SO excited , making prospective changes.. improvements...plans....wooHOO...the waffle maker is a success.. 🤞for ya hollars'

[@brianmiller4282]

Having access to that much water on a property is a huge bonus especially since you are considering raising livestock and having electric, septic and well already established would really put it at the top of my list if I were looking for a homestead property, good luck and I think you will be happy there

[@CaliforniaConservativeGroup777]

Congratulations on finding what you love! Praying you guys get it if it's the LORD's perfect will. GOD bless!

[@cheakychic1]

Fingers Crossed for you guy's and sending out prayers...But like you say if it doesn't happen its not the one for you ...There is something better out there

[@joescott3393]

I'm so excited for you. Even though it is a bit smaller than the min 10 acres that you were thinking. This happened to a friend of mine a few years ago. They bought a property that was about 10 acres smaller than their minimum ideal property. They bought the property and lived there happily for about 2 years. Then the property right next door came up for sale so they bought that property as well. They now have a little more than 2 times their original minimum property plus they rent out the newly purchased properties house for additional income. Good luck. God works in strange ways. God Bless Joe

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That’s awesome!

[@SunshineFarm]

I loved your giddy excitement at the beginning!! ALL the chickens!!

[@mamabear8590]

And a new chapter begins 🎉 Had me on the edge of the chair the whole video. ~Mama🐻~

[@TheHollarHomestead]

I hope so!! We’ll see what the bank says!

[@jaynemar1]

Park the trailer on the property, hook up to the services and work on the house. Lots of good fairly new appliances. No more laundromat. The foundation may be salvageable with mold abatement. Meanwhile, the boys have a great place to wander and explore.

[@TheHollarHomestead]

You had me at no more laundromat. 😂

[@cynthiafisher9907]

All appliances new because the others were ruined by flood?

[@tannenbaum3444]

Most counties require the septic to be certified when ownership changes, and needs to meet current codes...make sure you know whether it meets the codes, same with well. Springs probably drain towards the house and basement likely has no drain tiles installed, and there is pressure on foundation.

[@joyous2gbtg]

Very nice, y'all .... wow, creeks, plus a well and a spring?!! You don't get that in just any property... how amazing is that?! And like you said, the septic and such are already there. Exciting possibilities! :)

[@sarahmannluker7528]

After Hurricane Harvey I learned that flood/mold protocol has changed quite a bit. Bleaching is not recommended at all. The newest protocol is to encapsulate the molded studs with a paint on product that kills the mold by depriving it's oxygen. It was pretty interesting to hear about. The property looks beautiful! And a spring! Yay!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That was part of the protocol we saw too, but it started with bleach. Then paint over it with the mold killing paint.

[@inchristalone25]

@@TheHollarHomestead After losing my health because of water damage, I would not trust any paint. I would rip out all drywall in the area. If it's growing on the concrete itself then maybe do the washing and the painting over but never for anything porous like drywall or wood. If the mold is so bad it has spread to the rest of the living area, to get the mustiness out you may end up ripping out all the drywall and carpet in the entire house. Sounds like starting over may be a good option. Also if it is built before 1973 you will have lead dangers as well.

[@maryedmo7798]

No bleach. I know someone who ended up with COPD using bleach on mold. Totally disabled her. Cleaning vinegar. I bless you guys in this new stage of your adventure.

[@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer]

@@inchristalone25 You don't clean or seal drywall, carpet or anything replaceable, remove everything you can.. Especially in a basement where the source of flooding can be sewage backup with the signs of flooding and such in the area.. You cut 18 to 24 inches above or away from the growth and you remove and replace the carpet and pad and seal the floors and studs after they are cleaned properly.. Also do not spray the mold, that causes it to release spores, soak a cloth or scrub brush well and then scrub the area. I would also recommend an air scrubber to go along with the proper respirators if affordable. As well as testing to be sure home is cleared before repairs so nobody is exposed to lingering spores if possible. I believe its actually if built before 1978 that you have to worry about lead remediation, and prior to 1980 for asbestos.

[@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer]

@@maryedmo7798 We always used microban but I dunno if I'd trust vinegar with serious mold issues

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Good luck on getting the property!!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

Thank you!! 🤞🏻

[@donnabuzzella5035]

LOVE Ben's coffee mug

[@michellemccarthy3040]

If they are not using the well or spring, there is usually a reason. 🍀🍀🍀

[@SixBlindKids]

Very exciting! Lots of good positive signs for that property. We hope that if its meant to be that it will all work out! Love the spring and the creek, lots of potential there.

[@rebeccaontheroad]

Such potential!! I love that there is a spring and a creek. How awesome!!! Can't wait to see and hear what's decided 🤗

[@LanceSheppard]

Dont forget to get water tested from them old spring boxes and wells. Especially after all that flooding.

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That’s is first thing on the list if it’s ours!

[@LanceSheppard]

@@TheHollarHomestead i know the daunting tasks of home hunting is we looked for our perfect place for almost 3 years before building... even then we still think what if, its always fun though

[@ladycat661]

Wow Meg you know what I think you got a sign ,Love the property and all in all I know that y'all could have a wonderful homestead there and I know God is hearing prayers I'm so excited for y'all I see it in y'all face this could be the forever homestead ,Thanks for sharing and I will be praying sweet friends that ya'll can get this place❤🙏

[@TheDawn0310]

I love how realistic you both are about the property and the house and the work to be done!

[@Will7981]

That property looks like it has some real potential! 👍🏻I would figure a new professionally drilled well into my price. That mess those previous owners created will be nothing but problems if my past experience is any use. But definitely looks like some real possibilities on that land.

[@YolklahomaRocks]

Praying for ya'll to get the right home..hopefully this is it. A few experience notes..Test your water sources. Locate septic tank and lateral lines (drain field). We have to work around the drain field here on our place. Test your soil for contaminants as well. Anyway 🙏 ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ashleyfriedrich9856]

That email coming through was a sign. This place has so much potential. I am so excited for you guys!

[@EggersnBacon]

Cool waffle maker, I was wondering if we would get to see how it turned out. Good luck on finding your dream property.

[@albanymountainhomestead]

Make sure to ask where the septic is, and it is checked... That could be an expensive fix if it isn't functioning properly. I wish you the best!

[@clovergreen9959]

Can you find out if there is a history of dynamite being used on the property? Blasting can cause tiny fissures in the rocks that totally change the course of underground streams. Then the underground streams swell to the surface during heavy rains. You will never know the streams are there during dry weather. The County Assessor might have old logging maps with history of blast sights to make logging roads. They may also have history of the logging company that clear cut the area. The trees are very young looking. They are most likely the unmanaged regrowth of an abandoned clear cut site.

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That’s very interesting! We’ll have to look into it.

[@wendyjohnson2366]

Iam so excited for you all I hope you y’all get it!!! Loved the driveway looked very private! Best of luck!! As my dad would say good bones😂

[@CreatingEssence]

So exciting! I bet Hurricane Michael in October did that damage- the flooding, trees down, road, etc. THis past year has been historically bad for the area that was Michael's path through NC and VA. It's very uncommon. I hope you all have peace with whatever the bank decides. Monday is tomorrow! WOO!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That’s what we figured too. We know that have been some crazy storms come through recently. And yes!! We should hear something Tuesday, hopefully. 😬

[@judibohn1548]

And Florence too. Got my area.😞

[@christinenatvig438]

That is a cool property. One of the things running through my mind was why was there mold in the first place? Was it a flood or just that it was humid and not protected. I am excited to hear about whether you get it or not. If you don’t it’s because God has someplace better in mind for you.

[@CountryViewAcres]

When I lived in town, I bought the house next to me. It was a foreclosure. I it got for $10,000. You might be surprised what the bank will except.

[@CountryViewAcres]

When we bought our land in the country, 41 acres, the house was in bad shape. The bank would only lend on land value and 'wouldn't include the house in the property value. So it helped that we had saved plenty of cash. Good luck.

[@TheTexasBoys]

sooo happy for y'all! & congrats on the growth of your channel!!! Y'all are amazing!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

Thank you!!! ❤️

[@leegarner4111]

If its meant for your family you will get it,good luck,looks like a great place.

[@contentedspirit9022]

I noticed that not long after getting out of the truck, you both started putting everything in its place (THIS goes here, THAT we'll do this with, etc). Yay! GOD bless you guys. Looks fantastic!

[@TheHollarHomestead]

Isn’t it crazy how fast we made it “ours”? We will see if it really is!

[@contentedspirit9022]

@@TheHollarHomestead If it works out smoothly, God is just saying "Welcome home kids!"

[@tammyhill2186]

Started following ya'll a few weeks age. Love your story, prayers for blessings and happiness in your journey and thank you for sharing. Excited to see what happens next for your family!

[@suehinson1629]

With all the magnetics pulling you in this direction, your bid being chosen, would only be "total confirmation" that this is where your ROOTS are meant to be planted!! If it's meant to be, I pray for it to be! Much Love. God bless.

[@christinaanderson27]

So exited for you guys. Prayers you get this property. It looks amazing. Will keep praying for you guys.

[@danaholloman7101]

You can usually get more information about the land and house from neighbors. Goodluck😍

[@GoldShawFarm]

This is awesome! I really hope you guys land the place. Fingers crossed!

[@Jake-sz2ij]

That's awesome u guys i hope you get it! I totally know the feeling of trying to find that perfect property my wife and I just bought our first house in the country and we looked for months. When it came on the market we were the first to see it and made an offer right away and luckily I ended up getting it! good luck 👍

[@TheHollarHomestead]

That’s awesome!!

[@thebilkurrahomestead3065]

Super excited for you guys. I just stumbled across your channel and I’m now a subscriber. The energy you have is amazing and you can see the passion you guys have for Homesteading. Thanks for sharing, I can’t wait for the next update. Sending love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@TheHollarHomestead]

Thank you for coming along with us! Good to have you here.

[@dianehammer7559]

So excited for you guys!!

[@dianecharles881]

My first thought was basement and springs ! Wonderful!👏🏻 if it was meant to be , I’ll still be following you guys! So excited!!

[@MsCaterific]

I'm so excited for you guys.

[@hollykelley2295]

So fun! Good luck

[@suzannewalsh5660]

I'm wishing you lots of luck in the hope that your bid is right at the top :) This place has so much potential, and all that standing wood to get all your projects done!

[@aaronmoss8733]

Good luck guys!

[@ilsedejong3816]

You guys scored MAX - will definately be following you from now on! Those kids are going to have a magic future, exploring that forest, etc! God Bless and good luck, Guys! XxxX

[@TheHollarHomestead]

Thanks so much!! Good to have you along with us. ❤️

[@cherylwilliams81]

You have a great attitude about this! Good luck!💕

[@joanneganon7157]

Yay Good start, Wish you luck!

[@TheBarefootMama]

Oh how exciting! I hope it works out!! loved how excited you were

[@jennyvenhuizen9680]

Best of luck to you both! Sending you positive vibes from the Windy City! Love your channel!

[@mrs.garcia6978]

Oh I love the drive and the potential in the buildings ❤️

[@missesdonaldson3147]

Sooooo exciting, praying it works out for you guys 🙏

[@MYPERMACULTUREGARDEN]

CONGRATULATIONS !!!!

[@ValscreationsStudio]

I have lived in the desert all my life and I sure love the area where you guys are. Trees! Good luck with the house. It is a neat place for your family. The creek is so neat to have. Will keep you in my prayers. Hugs and blessings too.

[@balconygarden3902]

Congrats on finding this property!!!

[@cbriangilbert1978]

You guys are living the dream! Good luck to you guys!

[@susanprice3454]

Good luck! Property looks awesome.

[@kimberlyoverbey8979]

Excited for you guys! Praying that it all works out.

[@cathyroe3799]

I am so happy for you. Pray this is it. Cannot wait to see your renovations!

[@daxkitcar]

So excited for you, good luck, keeping my fingers crossed for you

[@ourselfreliantlife]

Very exciting!! Good luck on getting the property!😃

[@bethhinton7115]

YAY!!...Hoping things work out for you guys!!

[@mountainsidefarm8357]

Yay!! Everything is working out perfectly. Looks like great land!!!

[@zofo_5735]

GOOD LUCK ! will pray for you

[@cazyoung5887]

Great I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you , good luck xx

[@karen_james]

I've got my fingers crossed for you guys. Hope it all works out and if was meant to be then it's meant to be. ❤

[@ambermorgan1340]

Sweet! Good luck!

[@anashomestead5919]

Nice! Good Luck! & Best Wishes!

[@johnnymayo8534]

Yea!! Exciting times!! The property looked very promising....and a LOT of work!!

[@leslieMClass80]

So exciting!! I hope it goes well for you. The property is gorgeous!! Will be waiting to hear the news!

[@n2wabbit]

I am so happy for you! I will say a prayer that you get the house.

[@anna7118]

So much potential with that property and house!

[@salliebeard1899]

Invoking a blessing of favor for today and everyday for full restoration in your life & family. Thank you for sharing much love always....

[@ShelterMountainFarm]

Oh my goodness I'm so excited!! Praying praying friends!

[@springgoodhart8676]

OH! I'm so excited for you guys! I hope this is the one!! Best of luck!

[@karenhernke281]

Best of luck!!!! God has the plan. Can't wait to hear. 😊

[@sueliles5319]

Hope you get the property. It looks great. Y'all are an awesome family!!

[@anneirenej]

So excited for your family. I hope it works out. What a lovely property. It looks very promising.

[@MimsysGarden]

Oh my goodness!! I’m sooo excited for you guys!!!

[@Haffy1952]

Wishing you guys he best and if it s mean' to be it will happen, prayers are with you on your quest.

[@nutmegknoll]

So cool how you came to find it!!

[@Staceysue64]

Yasy! How exciting! Cony! My prayers are with you folks. You deserve to the best!

[@sheliacoward5136]

I'm so excited, can't wait to hear! 🙈🙉

[@Ctcc73]

Pray you all get it.

[@heyitsagoodlife]

Guys... so exciting! Can't wait to hear the update

[@teedub68]

Happy for you all. Spray any mold with 50/50 bleach water mix... works great.

[@RedRoadgifts]

Excited for you all !!!

[@selahhomestead-ish3316]

Such a great, unexpectedly happy, and joyous adventure! The land is perfect! My dream land!!

[@Mystweaver5]

Thank you for the wonderful videos. Every since I saw you on one of the Roots and Refuge videos, I went back through your videos and found myself sharing in the magic of your journey. I wish to thank you for sharing this journey with your viewers and hope that you do indeed find a home in which excites you with endless lifetime experiences. A few years back I purchased a home myself in Virginia in which was subject to the same kind of mold situation you discussed in this last video. At first, with regards to my own experience, I was quite concerned about it having myself come to the East Coast from the deserts of southern California wherein mold is not often a concern. At first, I even thought myself to be in over my head. Yet, through my own life experiences, I discovered how to deal with this problem quite nicely. After some research, I learned of a product called “Moldstat Plus”. This is a product that is used in many hospitals and schools to treat for mold. Not only killing the vegetative portion of mold but also killing the rhizoid’s and stolen’s as well. Having applied this product throughout my new home utilizing a low cost atomizer, my mold problems had been brought under control in short order. Indeed, a wonderful product. The thing about a home in the woods of the east is that if left unoccupied for very long, the land around it will quickly reclaim it for its own. Good luck with regards to your purchase of this home or another if the fates decided it should be so and once again, thank you in sharing your journey with others.

[@rachelcarter2443]

I love my home and will probably be here until I die but there is something so fun about living vicariously through you. That house although needing to be gutted down to the studs feels like it has a really good 'vibe'. All those windows and the way it's placed on the land is really beautiful. I know with all of your energy and positivity you are going to make where ever you end up lovely. Fun to watch the journey

[@tboyerva]

You two are too cute! Best of blessings to you!

[@canterlilyfarm]

You're excitement! 💕 I hope it works out for you and you can start your homestead!

[@rosec9486]

I hope it works out for y’all! Very exciting and will pray that y’all get your homestead soon.

[@marcwilderness5464]

So awesome for you guys hope it pans out for you and the fambam