The Sad Reality of TheStradman's Dream House...

[@c827q]

I really appreciate how honest and down-to-earth and transparent this guy is about his experiences and the prices

[@kyptokrit1630]

A tip for people hiring subcontractors/contractors. You can usually tell if you're getting ripped off by using the "rule of two." Most construction jobs are in the ballpark of 50% for material and 50% labor. WIth a bit of effort you should be able to figure out the cost of material on your own. Once you have that number you can use it to analyze bids. That, along with getting 3 bids will prevent you from paying too much. Another tip is limit liability. Don't hire one person to do multiple trades. If they're bad, you want to at least limit it to one trade. Lastly, make sure the scope of work lists everything in detail that you want done.

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

In my town plumbing is about 20% parts and 80% labor. Electrical is more like 10% parts and 90% labor

[@joshuaknuckles4594]

I like this response!

[@kyptokrit1630]

@@Monkeyseemonkey79 I could see that for repairs but not new construction. I've been in construction management for 15 years and have never seen that ratio. Plus, data from nationwide construction reports support the rule of two. Unless you're somewhere with a limited supply of labor. Perhaps something else I'm unaware of, idk?

[@mikekel78]

It’s just weird hearing strad talk without screaming 😂

[@ATW.91]

This isn't Strad 😉 It's James haha

[@shaft3285]

I came here to say that or see someone say it. 😂

[@socalfritos9452]

It’s literally every KZbinr. It’s what you have to do to be successful. This whole overly energetic and loud persona

[@LukiGames0]

He is kind of guy he became whole different person after hitting record button XD, Just like guy from Urban Rescue Ranch channel.

[@lancairw867]

Stradman and chick Hartford both do the spaz camera work and yelling ?? Un watchable. Too bad because they both do have good content.

[@jcarp1776]

James. I started watching you not just for the cars, but also for the house. Incorporating the house being finished (especially if the subcontractors show up on a filming day) would add to your content. I love how open and honest you are with your life, and this is just another part of it.

[@MansaMusa7]

0:35 when you realize you should’ve just been quiet because now you owe your rich friend thousand dollars😂

[@george.992]

They are both rich, Graham might be even richer than Strad but it doesn't look like it because he doesn't spend much money on flashy cars

[@Rome__king]

@@george.992 he instead had fancy watches worth more than Lamborghini's. All people have hobbies or collection passions of some sort. Most car people dont see flashy, we see art or passion. If you notice he doesnt just get general cars for the brand names. Each one is some form of limited or special optioned editions. I strongly recommend checking out a cars & coffee meet in your closest city. You will see all the styles and walks of life there for people who maybe complete opposites of finances or beliefs but all come together over enjoying the work or special cars the community has.

[@meddlem]

It's nice to see Strachan acting normal n not over the top goofy like on his videos

[@OutsideDuhBox]

Blame young people. They are the majority of viewership. So cater to them...means acting a foo

[@JamarRosales]

Was legit going to comment that and then saw yours. I think he needs to grow up and stop with the little boy excitement drama. Worked for him for a while but I can't even listen to the fake hyper animated screechy voice

[@oddmanout1175]

Yes. Totally agree. He seems like a good dude, but his videos are to stressful. Or maybe I'm to old... Anyway, I really like this more relaxed videos.

[@JamarRosales]

@MrIke303 what works for a time may not work forever. I added my $21.76 over the years watching his videos and him earning ad revenue from my views. I stopped watching him about 2 months ago because of that manufactured over the top excitement. If I'm the only one then my views won't make a dent but if this is a trend it will snowball and he could lose a lot. Might be wise for him to listen to what his audience want.

[@JamarRosales]

@MrIke303 I stopped watching DDE also. My list of can't stands anymore is DDE, Spread, Hoovie, VinWiki to name a few. They are all out played and recently even Goonzquad is getting on my nerves. Mat Armstrong is about the only automotive KZbinr I still watch

[@ding020468]

Fantastic interview. Stradman unplugged and not yelling.

[@Tylermehigan]

I’m a plumber that specializes in very high end homes. It costs more because not only is the risk higher, If I flood your 10 million dollar house it’s very different than flooding a 250k house, My insurances are insane because they know the areas I work in and how much I want covered. But Also toilets are not the same, sometimes parts really are triple the cost because the toilet is fancier.

[@danielwhoI]

Yes, but do you show up on time?

[@toxicmoldmedia]

So higher costs for the same labor because of possible error and insurance? That little extra wouldn't cover any flood damage thats a crock of ish my friend. What about price gouging because "you can" ?

[@robertbutton8478]

Bro!! I am an electrical contractor. And that's bullshit!

[@gregabrams5792]

I'm a plumber and how many 10 million dollar homes are there? Not many! Trust me, this guy is going to 100 homes that are under a million for every one 10 million dollar home. The insurances are not insane. You just pay a premium and then you have a deductible. PS - if you are a good plumber, you don't flood houses!!!

[@Doubie.]

Yea I had a commercial customer ignore a “small” toilet leak in one pressurized tank toilet they only stopped ignoring it after a 20k water plus sewer bill the parts for the pressure vessel were more expensive than a new basic toilet

[@stevowyeth]

What’s the dude in middle bring to this? Why does he even have a mic?😂

[@Noname30000]

Swear he’s put in frame just to be relevant -otherwise barely anyone knows of him..

[@PigeonVole]

@@Noname30000who is he

[@davidg11134]

@@PigeonVole lol you clearly dont watch the channel

[@PigeonVole]

@@davidg11134 i clearly don’t I asked a simple question no need to bring that attitude

[@michaelcondon8286]

Eye candy

[@scon1425]

“My house ended up $1.5m over budget. Anyways, you should really hire my project managers! They were great!”

[@stevedemoe1359]

😂 great guys. They did a great job budgeting this project. Pissed myself laughing!

[@FeelingPeculiar]

You're misunderstanding. The over spending had to do with market factors out of their control

[@scon1425]

@@FeelingPeculiar i understand thats what he is believes, but either way, 1.5m over isnt exactly a glowing endorsment

[@FeelingPeculiar]

@@scon1425 Lumber costs went through the roof, that's what happened. Project managers were still able to complete the build on schedule, which is really impressive for something this size.

[@Floridaman8783]

That's not necessarily the PM's fault. The materials are one thing but also oftentimes homeowners just go nuts with finished and stuff

[@AndyNC]

I feel you. I had the same problem when I build my house. Almost same interest rate at 2.75%, but covid hit the lumber prices like crazy. A regular 2x4 was on the highest at almost $9... crazy. In the end it all went well. My house is a bit smaller than yours though.

[@phelps078q]

Hit 200k today. Thank you for all the knowledge and nuggets you had thrown my way over the last months. Started with 14k in last month 2024. ....... .........

[@SmithNatasha-hc7mq]

This seems like the worst period.Even the market are now very unpredictable. Started investing recently when the market prices were a bit high,today I am more than 60% down!

[@phelps078q]

Don’t be confuse buying the dip in a bear market, with guaranteed future returns. Just because that company is down 60%+ from ATH does NOT make it a sound long-term investment. Make sure you’re investing in great companies. kudos to Christen wilburn

[@JeffreyScott-zg1wj]

Christen wilburn concept is key in beating all odds to excel in this form of online commodity. Her management team is quite impressive so far! With SUK made a profit of over 28,863 dollar

[@SmithNatasha-hc7mq]

I'm a born christian but sometimes I feel so down of myself because of low finance but I still believe in God.

[@SmithNatasha-hc7mq]

please how can I reach her?

[@Slycarlo]

Is it me as non American citizen that its ridiculously expensive American houses are even though they are just made out of woods

[@KocheR800r]

When stradman says around the 8:07 mark that having a contractor come the day they say and do it right the first time if you can find that pay them…. It’s sad that that is the industry now… since when can people say they will do something 1 day and just not bother showing up or not do it right.. it’s a sad world these days that it has come to that being the norm. 😔

[@2011blueman]

I had my AC go out and I decided to do a major HVAC system overhaul. I had 12 different companies come give me quotes on how to make the house comfortable on all 3 floors. It was wild. Only 2 of the 12 contractors showed up in the window they said they would. Most of them didn't know what the hell they were doing. I had exactly 1 contractor of those 12 who knew what he was doing and he gave me a great quote.

[@theunexploredperspective]

Jake is a good Referee here. No talking, Just watching and turning head lol

[@CalebsRightNut]

Bro it's Jack lol

[@theunexploredperspective]

@@CalebsRightNut Shoot! Very Forgettable

[@shouldigetit]

@@CalebsRightNut lol

[@filipinovegaslife70]

I laugh at the part when he deals with imperfections. I just did renovations on my house and I dealt with a lot of imperfections. Like every aspect has issues I had to deal with like the concrete guys making the slope wrong! 🤦🏻

[@mattr8904]

SHOW US THE $1000 BET PAYMENT GRAHAM 😆

[@danstray2527]

Soyboys dont pay

[@HeIsGreaterThanUs]

rule of thumb, house stuff is cost x 3.

[@richardmorris7063]

And building a house custom is like building a hot rod,you'll never get $$ it back.

[@KJSvitko]

All new buildings should be designed with large roof overhangs. The large overhang provides beauty and protection from the sun, rain and wind. Protection of the doors, windows and siding make for a more durable and comfortable home.

[@products4less409]

He'll eventually realize how pointless it is to have a huge house. Most rooms will never be used, most rooms will never be walked in...bigger house is not better...just a pain in the a**

[@jasonbingham1396]

He covered that years ago, he wanted to only build the garage with a one bed above but couldnt get premission

[@products4less409]

@@jasonbingham1396 so then build a 1 bedroom home and a garage next to it.

[@actontreadway1168]

Not everyone comes to that conclusion. I’ve lived in a lot of houses and the biggest one suits my needs the best. The space is so freeing and I can work on all the projects I never could in smaller houses.

[@products4less409]

@@actontreadway1168 at a later age, eventually everyone reaches that conclusion. Every older person you know has downsized their life in some way...because at the end of the day they realize possessions are just not that important. All they care about is being near friends and family.

[@actontreadway1168]

​@@products4less409 I'm not a young guy anymore. My family, plus my in-laws, live in my house with me and since it's so large, the rest of my family and friends can visit and stay here any time... and they do. I can't even visit my father without staying in a hotel because he downsized, and because he's so old, he can't travel to see me anymore. This has reduced the frequency with which I see him. It's sad, actually, because he can afford a larger place. My house isn't filled with possessions; it's filled with SPACE. I'm not asking you to change your mind, just to open it.

[@EconomicNinja]

I can't imagine financing a home of that size. I would just buy then equity strip it, but I get the other size of this logic

[@basarsardar6508]

My top picks for bull run are DOT, FIL, and SOL. And best ICO to invest is Versidium, huge potential.

[@KingGoku77777]

Versidium keeps popping up in my crypto circles. Seems like a rising star!

[@wwaste22]

Love the stradman

[@krishnabarasagar5246]

Versidium's team is top-notch. Expecting big developments soon!

[@ToothOfTheLion]

This is the worst time in history to rely on others to do right by you, especially if you're wealthy.

[@ronaldweasley6175]

1.5m over budget grand total of like 4m+ and they got holes in the drywall that need to be patched…that’s crazy

[@Krishnayy99DebadriBanerjee]

Versidium's roadmap looks promising. Exciting times ahead!

[@satanayaranyadavsatanayara8162]

Versidium stands out in the crowded crypto space. A real gem!

[@clintmiller88]

STRAD is a absolute yes man

[@AmitJi-xc4bc]

Presale investments have been my go-to, and Versidium is my latest pick. Early birds catch the worm!

[@tylermiller214]

That’s funny I could defiantly tell he didn’t have a landscaper. His yard was 3 feet tall in one of the videos about a month back..

[@PYROKAYO]

Just noticed that Strads logo is made out to be like a Supras logo

[@iamFreddyP_]

Less and less contractors these days.. less people jumping into that field. Everyone wants to get into tech or social media.

[@JNatella]

if you come in 75% over budget.... either he can't stop YOLO'ing along the way, or someone really screwed up the budget.

[@takar11]

Any updates on Yotta

[@dj1698]

How much does it cost to Heat, A/C, & Electric in that house a month?

[@Realpapergetter87]

That’s when you stop the project a wait it out because he has the money

[@jonathanwilson4486]

"I'm not the smartest guy when it comes to these things" you can also thank these internet babies for our scuffed economy

[@trololo4217]

Yall are welcome to mormon meeting.

[@Justthemow]

You should never ever ever build a multi million dollar home live in the smallest home you feel comfortable in because all you do with a million dollar home is pay taxes for EVER on a million dollar home.

[@TheInsaneShecklador]

Originally he wanted to build a small home and even had a physical model made by the architect. When he tried to get permits they wouldn't allow him to build a garage as big as he wanted without building a large house to go with it. That's when they designed his big house. I'm sure he could have kept most of the cars at a different location but he obviously didn't want to do that.

[@PokemanOkie]

As someone who lives in Orange County, $3mil ain't bad.

[@Duh_Huh_24]

I don't get why you're pushing this as some sad thing. He ended up spending more because of covid like many others. He ended up with his dream house. You acting like a jerk because you're a "finance guy" is a head scratched, especially considering the entities you've been involved with. Your followers would have been better off losing money on a house.

[@toxicmoldmedia]

Um a million and a half dollars over budget is something to be sad about. Don't care if he has his house done or not.

[@onemoretime107]

They would not have foreclosed. They would have asked for a fee to extend.

[@aaron___6014]

If I were this rich I'd build a home to John Lobb shoe standards. Built to last 100 years and the cars go into private storage. Why, because the car is never get driven.

[@asambi69]

How can it be so expensive when it's mostly chipboard and cheap 2x4s?.

[@ChinnaBabu-cg2pg]

I believe Versidium token will go 100x after launch on Binance

[@KJSvitko]

New homes should come with solar panels, a rain water collection system and an electric vehicle charger in the garage.

[@was786loaded]

Do u have solar? I'm just asking because I was thinking about getting them and wanted a real-world view. So I have been told i can fit 13 solar panels on my roof. It's a 75% off government incentive at the moment.

[@KJSvitko]

@@was786loaded There are many state and federal rebates that reduce the overall cost of a solar installation. Do your research and find a reputable company to do business with.

[@WalterGalindo]

I really like when James shows up, stradman can be a little too much sometimes

[@davidg11134]

damn nice house place like that around me would be 30 million

[@Koi-addict33]

I would never buy a wooden house it's insane 😂

[@jbac5767]

My gti loan is 13.4% which adds 4$ a day. To hear these guys talk about such low rates is almost a joke

[@jeffreybouche3817]

Jesus 13.4 is way too much. I thought sitting at 9.49% was bad lol.

[@jbac5767]

@jeffreybouche3817 Not at all. Mines an old loan that was created through my ex fiance and I drama and was supposed to end up getting re-fi'd a year in. We split. I kept the car since it was in my name. So was the interest rate. I've simply been absorbing the pain.

[@jeffreybouche3817]

@@jbac5767 all you can do brother!

[@howardchen3456]

It didn’t sound like they kept costs down😂

[@SkylarBancroft]

I think the majority of people will agree when I say Stradman is the Roman Atwood of the car KZbin community

[@jeremychambers1949]

Genuine dudes that go over budget by 1MILLION DOLLARS?!?!

[@KK-zm9lr]

Inflation yeah more like 5K!

[@dodgedemon840]

Not the smartest at it,but he was a financial expert before getting laid off and losing his job

[@Berta_5.sl0w]

I’m not paying millions for a house but my mortage for 363k is 5.05. Covid fucked us

[@MikeJones.]

Man I love Stradman but not the scammers I can’t believe stradman would even give them the time of day to talk to them oh wait he must have got paid from the FTX SCAM MONEY THEY MADE SO ITS NO BIG DEAL TO THEN WHAT A SHAME, please shradman never do this again these people are scammers not respected and lot all credibility forever. 🙏🏼

[@keithherring5462]

To live that close to someone else 😂 glad the little fan boys are are paying for it 🙄🤣 3:55

10:05 📈📈🏆

[@adammarshall4576]

Everyone gets the big house price! You always get a fatter pencil!!!

[@kishanmourya2993]

Do you think Versidium will pump before XRP?

[@rajpatil2140]

Versidium's impact on payment could be revolutionary. Glad to be in early!

[@Joe-hl4xi]

Why would we feel sad for him. Seems like you tube people are looking for pity and us to feel bad for them

[@jjl499]

1000 to weed your yard every two weeks? Should cost you $1000 for the yr!

[@rohitslame3833]

Anyone looking into Versidium? I keep hearing so much about them lately

[@maaduece5132]

Kinda insane that's his first home

[@Stutterstun]

This guy will never talk about his scamming ass bank

[@adamh3863]

I can’t watch this guy on his own channel because he’s so over the top. Stop yelling at me, bro.

[@eeee3202]

Feels illegal to be this early.

[@rhdbmw9361]

I think you might be charged extra 😂😂😂

[@sacrifice308]

Bro has so much money and wants a big damn house like that for no reason 😂 tf was he thinking

[@craigforest7970]

I’m confused. Does this guy own all of these cars? If so, why in the world would he need a construction loan?

[@richardmorris7063]

Pretty conservative guy to weed his own yard, I do mine but I'm not worth what he is.

[@KK-pm7ud]

Where did this guy build his home? Where does he live? A $4 million home?

[@abrahamescobedo7256]

3.5 million bro you got raped 🤦‍♂️ they just gone charged you just because you got a fancy car and they see so they always going to take advantage people are horrible people

[@allshoulders9624]

That’s not how construction loans work. Prices need to be a within a certain percentage of market rate. The budget is put through a feasibility study. Tell us you rent without telling us you rent.

[@dodgedemon840]

Be cool if he's honest,,to say how much is actually in the bank account,BUT STRADMAN DEFINITELY HUSTLED ,COMING FROM BEING JOBLESS,TO $3.5M dollar house, congrats,no hate

[@matts6282]

Probably his worst investment...Niche overpriced home that really doesn't contribute you the KZbin revenue

[@johnhamacher1922]

I agree. Beautifully, but he should sell it,double you're money.

[@richardmorris7063]

No offense to him but that house is built for him. No one w/ $$ is going to want his style.

[@kwilsxn]

Biggest man spread competition ensues... also the middle guy is a a goof like other comments say.

[@Koi-addict33]

Lets be honest strad will go bankrupt

[@dubwilliams77731]

That dude got screwed on that house I'm local GC please get in contact with me stradman

[@gungadinn]

James got hit with the triple whammy. The WuFlu reduced the labor pool, so those working charged a premium. No one could have foreseen the spike in building materials. I have friends that are project managers for large commercial properties. They ended up shutting down the majority of their new building plans when materials almost doubled in price, Materials are always cyclical. A 50% increase in a few months, no one forecast. Interest rates climbed thanks to governments poor economic policy. It's still whacked. In 2020, good credit, you'd get 2.5-3.0%. Fast forward 18 months to two years, and interest rates are almost 7%. James owning that piece of property locked him into a really expensive home, when the barndominium he wanted to build was rejected by his lender and the county he lives. When James posted the prices he was to pay for lumber, the dealers in the SLC/Park City Utah area were price gouging.

[@trooper1972]

Does the other guy speak english ?

[@cm-oo1td]

KZbin pay too much

[@aaron___6014]

Why is everyone holding big ass microphones? It looks like a pain. Get the proper sound equitment for the interview! Its like finding the right contractor. Lol, you modern day rich people are so out of it.

[@sam0wings]

Boohoo… Rich guys have to pay more for manual labor? The tragedy.

[@whosdondada]

Why so many scams in the comment section?

[@trucker2323]

Graham is so cheap he won’t pay him back 😂

[@trapt29]

The garage is too big, cost to maintain heat/cool that is too much. Should have had something with a lower roofline.

[@joshknutson16]

Wish you would finally convince stad to use credit cards / business credit - seems so silly to me to buy all those cars all cash and have so much equity tied up in them, and then he won’t even pull any equity out he just sells them when he needs more cash vs just using his business for leverage to get credit etc

[@speed6725]

Most of the cars are leased

[@Koi-addict33]

😂😂😂😂he don't own anything but debt wake up

[@MumtajKhan-li1pv]

In the next bull run, keep an eye on DOT, VRA, and SOL, but don't overlook Versidium's VRS token

[@joefilipelli3867]

The "cool" thing to do these days with the noveau "rich" is to talk about how much you spend or how much something costs... people with actual money don't EVER talk about it, and don't HAVE to talk about it

[@michaeleldridge3606]

Strad videos are unwatchable.

[@weezeronyou62]

Ok James i said on your channel insta etc I would have done your landscaping cheap. I needed a vacation my labor would have been thousands cheaper. N just wanted to meet you I did what you did 35 years ago but no you tube could have saved you $$$$$$$

[@rippingandflippingcards4135]

your word? inflation doesnt apply to you living in your car making a dream work like wrking ur ass off

[@josephlisky7938]

I offered to do your landscaping and irrigation at cost for a plane ticket but you ignored me that’s your fault

[@wayneguy6043]

Were you gonna rent to shovel?

[@averagejoelandscape1865]

Needed a lot more than a shovel

[@Naveandlaen]

You couldn’t pay me to live in Utah with all of the cult members

[@azrielsilvey8848]

How is he able to afford it all what does he do for a living other than KZbin 3:45

[@GeorgeBell-mx8oi]

Only 2 comment when I post this comment

[@TigerPalmer]

There’s no way this dude affords that house on YT income.

[@jeremyyaple8498]

He has 4.42 million subs. So yeah - he does