WE BOUGHT OUR FIRST HOME IN NASHVILLE | HOUSE HUNTING JOURNEY

WE BOUGHT OUR FIRST HOME IN NASHVILLE | HOUSE HUNTING JOURNEY
Interior Designer: Kristen McGowan
After over 10 years of renting in California… we finally bought our first home in Nashville Tennessee!!! I can't believe it!! We’re moving out of our lake house rental and into our first home that we own and we could not be more excited for this new start!! Come along with me on the house hunting and house buying process to see what to expect when buying your first home. STAY TUNED for major renovation projects and extreme makeovers as I completely renovate our first home one room at a time! I can’t wait to bring you along on the journey!! NEXT UP… OUR EMPTY HOUSE TOUR! Make sure you’re subscribed with my notifications turned on so you don’t miss it!!
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[@KristenMcGowan]

I'M FINALLY SHARING OUR VERY EXCITING NEWS!! I am beyond excited to take you along the journey of transforming our first house into our dream home one room at a time!! Stay tuned for our NEW HOUSE EMPTY HOUSE TOUR coming up next!🏡👏🏻❤ This would not be possible without your incredibly kind support over the past 7 years, THANK YOU is an understatement! You have been with me through every move, every makeover and every life change and I can't wait to take you along on the most exciting journey yet!!!

[@mariamangion21]

So proud of you ❤

[@jackieknightandsnowball]

Minute 6:21 Christian's phone on the timer was 4:56 that means it's all in perfect alignment 😍😍😍 Congratulations you guys, cheers 🥂 to more room makeovers🔑

[@Jade_902]

I had no idea the lake house was a rental!

[@firestick4991]

Yay!

[@jackiehenry4033]

Congratulations! 🎉😊 Can’t wait to see the tour!

[@lorenacazares5850]

I have a tear in my eye older women happy to see a young couple getting started ❤

[@suzannecarrier287]

me too😊

[@jms7300]

Me as well!!!❤

[@nuritar.]

Me too!

[@shannonevans6344]

When a house feels like your “home” when you walk in, THAT’S the one!!

[@KristenMcGowan]

exactly!!!🏡☺❤

[@reginabeasley872]

Congratulations

[@houston5568]

We recently bought our second home; I had already been looking for a month for a house; on one of these days my hubby went with me; after looking at about 13 homes we were on the very last one; immediately this house had everything and then some it felt like home; so we left a home of 38 years where we raised our family to something fabulous and larger then are previous one; this house is great especially when everyone come for an event or holiday there is room for all children and their children. Congratulations on your new home.

[@celsal2000]

First thing we did when we bought our first home and i recommend is that you change the locks on your doors you never know who has a copy of the keys.

[@suzannecarrier287]

I am in tears too. Im 61 and remember the feeling. You two will remember this always.❤👰🤵

[@karenmorse7031]

I feel the same!!!

[@Eagleeyeshopper1]

Congratulations! Never saw anyone get a house so fast without red tape. Clearly, that house was meant for you two!

[@jolieluc]

This is how my house journey went! No pre-approval, no agent, no plans to buy a house. Saw an open house on a Sunday, decided to go with my fiance, we got a feeling when we were inside, we asked the agent that was hosting the open house what do we do next, he put us in touch with a lender, he became our agent. Offer was submitted on Tuesday with minutes to spare (there was competition!). Offer accepted Wednesday morning! It was meant to be and we knew it. God did that.

[@veramarlies2101]

ive missed this type of content soooooooooo much... i miss you guys together

[@charleighblanchard7096]

Genuinely cried my eyes out watching this, such a special time for you both, "May peace and plenty bless your home with joy and long endures, and may life's passing seasons bring the best to you and yours!" a wee Irish blessing, I had to, I'm Irish

[@jacqueline-jackietorres3455]

Many Blessings!!! So happy for you 💓

[@carolgammon188]

Congratulations 🎉

[@Carebear7170]

Aww, that’s nice! 😊

[@user-tp5yj8gk6s]

How exciting congratulations! I know you will make it your own beautiful home! 👏🏻🤗🏡

[@mariapilarme]

Wish you the best to both of you! Great to see young lovely couple looking for the next step in life!

[@KristenMcGowan]

thank you so much we're so excited for a new beginning!!

[@LindaRich18]

I am so excited for you. I bought several houses in my 76 years, the last one being just about a year and a half ago. But I remember buying my first home and I am actually in tears because I'm so excited for you. I remember what it was like to buy my first home. Can't wait to see what you do with it and put your own personal touch to it. Much luck and happiness to you and your husband.

[@judymcinnis]

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 The content is going to be epic as you decorate and make this house your home.🏠 As a Canadian, who lives in Ontario that was a flurry activity going on in Tennessee. Not a snow storm. But I understand that if you are not used to it and don't have snow tires, it can be intimidating. Good call Christian on getting the heaviest vehicle you could to keep you grounded and on the road.🇨🇦

[@patsygoddard2791]

Your agent said," i have really good news", and i burst into tears of joy for you guys. Why am I crying, I saw the thumbnail... Congratulations guys🎉. Can't wait for all the amazing content l know is coming.

[@yvonnep4626]

Congratulations 🎉! So happy for you both 🙂.

[@lizdoherty5767]

We bought our first home 33 years ago. We’re still in it. 2 kids later, who won’t leave home, we are staying till they put us in an old age home lol. I wish for you both all the fun, love, parties, pets and kids in your home that we’ve had in ours. Congratulations guys ❤

[@rnwert]

How did I not know you’re one of us?!?! 🇨🇦 congrats on your brand new home. Such a wonderful new adventure coming your way! ❤️

[@marioncataldo5813]

Kristin, You are such an Amazing person and one of my favorite decorators! You Sooo deserve a Special place that you could both call Your Home! God is Amazing! I cannot wait to see your transformation at your new Home! Congratulations and Best wishes for your future In your new Home! Sooo Happy for both of you!

[@ilovesk810]

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing the good news with us. I can only imagine how you will make this house as or more beautiful than your rental. It's YOURS! Wishing you many happy, healthy years together in your home.

[@Nina1800]

Guys I'm so happy for you.GOOD LUCK, PEACE AND PROSPERITY❤❤❤❤❤

[@paulasherrod351]

I am thrilled for you guys. Just discovered your channel! I was born and raised in Nashville but moved to Florida many years ago. Best of luck to you both on your wedding and new Nashville adventures! Tennessee has a lot to offer. Enjoy…..

[@valarya]

I lived in East Nashville for 25 years as an adult (I'm old lol) and moved away a couple years ago. I saw snow twice in those 25 years, so the fact you guys got to see Nashville with Snow on it is VERY rare and pretty special. 😉 I actually moved away because like 100 people have been moving there every day since ~ 2016 and the congestion is too horrid; it isn't the same city, but that's OK: cities change. I'm excited for you guys on this journey!! Make sure to check Bongo Java or Crema out (the 2 best coffee shops in town). 💜

[@KimWH.2]

I know, but I miss old Nashville

[@valarya]

@@KimWH.2 same 😭

[@masterimaginations207]

This was such an incredible surprise and I’m excited and happy for you two. Selfishly, I’m also excited for US your fans who can’t wait to join the new journey as your incredible TALENT will take form. I’m already in total suspense and anxious to see all the videos ahead of us. So from all your fans we raise a glass of champagne and wish you well.

[@sunnyayala1482]

Oh Kristen! I feel like a proud mama! I’ve watched you “grow up” on KZbin for years from redoing rooms in your parents’ house to getting your own lake house to getting engaged, and now your first home purchase!! 😆💕 As a Realtor, I wish I could’ve been there with you! But I’m in Georgia! I am so, so, so happy for you both. If you have any questions you need answered by someone in the biz, who absolutely adores you, just ask! I can’t wait to see all you will do with your new “baby”! Congrats to you both!! 💕💛🏡

[@KristenMcGowan]

Thank you so much I appreciate that!!💗💗

[@barbb.9489]

Congratulations to you both. May you celebrate many beautiful memories over the Years to come. You will love 💕 Tennessee, a happening place for young people. ❤

[@Gertie-ks5kp]

Congratulations to you both! Canadian from Ontario here. My first trip to Nashville was last year to the Taylor Swift concert! I loved Nashville so much! You will be so happy! Wishing you all the best! Cannot wait for your new videos.

[@mytinycastles5855]

I remember that feeling…so happy for you!!! Enjoy your next stage in life!

[@stephsielski6924]

I love this!! I could cry at the excitement coming off both of you!! Congratulations!

[@sylvienormand1291]

WOW, This brought memories from 1.5 years ago when I bought my condo. 6 visits were schedules that morning, 4 offers were made and I got it!!! It was also my first offer since I had started my research a few months before. Congratulations to both of you !!!

[@triciamurphy6448]

I can already tell that it’s clean and well kept. My son bought a super dated house that had been well taken care of, but needed updates. Well worth it. Congratulations! Can’t wait to see the tour!!

[@KrestynBarton]

Welcome to Tennessee! Congratulations, yall are going to love it here!

[@amya9597]

You can turn any house gorgeous, so we’re excited to go down this journey with you! 🥰 Congratulations!🍾

[@lindalandess6681]

Congratulations! Can't wait to see the "before" and follow your journey!

[@latada6018]

Congratulations to the cutest, sweetest couple in Nashville TN!🏠🥳💥🎈🎶🎸🎤 🤠

[@nuritar.]

Congratulations 🍾🎉🎈! It feels so good when you finally close the deal! Can’t wait to see the upcoming videos.

[@TMKJG24]

Yayyy new house new decor and paint new ideas maybe new color palette congratulations yall

[@nadirahedward3916]

Congratulations to both of you. You guys been working so hard to find the dream of your own home and now you got it!!! Im so so so happy. Hopefully you guys will fill with new family memories soon please take care guys. Keep us updated 💜

[@m.salgado9134]

OMG, kristen congratulation on your new home, i cant wait for all your new ideas!!You are great on that!Congratulation for you and your partner and your new life together you guys make a beautifut couple!!! Many blessing!!

[@chrisyui]

So happy for you, I almost cry when I hear you got it.

[@EricGallina]

Congratulations! Very happy for you both. Can't wait to see what you do!

[@Susan-nm3sx]

Congratulations, but honestly the high fiving needs to stop. How about hugging instead. 😅

[@angelenaa1912]

Congratulations to you both. And welcome to our neck of the woods. Welcome to Nashville.

[@phyllisjrcrestorationdecordesi]

Congratulations..It is a GREAT FEELING. Excited to see the full tour and what you will do to add your designer touch to it. Thank you for sharing. Blessings

[@TeddyCrochet]

OMG i'm so excited for you guys. i had no idea your lake house was a rental. I wish you nothing but the best and all the happiness

[@PK-ls2lv]

Awww, congrats! 🎉🥂🍾🏡 Nashville and surrounding areas are beautiful!

[@elenagarzaflores6766]

Congrats!!! I can’t wait for the house tour and for the all the renovations that you will do 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻☺️

[@Cv03900]

Congratulations on your first home!!!!🎉

[@izzatilathifah3392]

Why am I smiling throughout the video 😊

[@RacerRich1]

Congratulations on your new home! Looking forward to a bunch of design tips and an impressive transformation.

[@beautiwoods]

SO excited for you guys!! Congratulations!!! Can't wait to see all the new home related videos!!

[@lindalifeetc.5296]

What a beautiful video!!! ❤ Congratulations! Thanks for taking us along. So happy for you!!!!

[@jackieclark817]

Sooo sweet!!! Congratulations! It's just wonderful when it happens like this!!! Cannot wait to see what you do with this place! ❤

[@triskit82]

Congratulations!!! This was so fun to watch and see your excitement, takes me back to our first home purchase.

[@merrywalsh2809]

You guys are winning. So happy for you…and for me, because I get the content heehee. Congratulations! 🎉

[@valleyofthecauls4238]

Yay, congrats! This reminded me of the excitement of buying my first home. Wishing you both much happiness.

[@andrewmichels7804]

Wow,congrats from fellow Canadian 🇨🇦, so excited for you both.

[@cherylfavret1717]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 Can’t wait to see what you do to this beautiful exciting first home. Tennessee is so pretty you’re going to love it❤

[@chrystaldurgans8973]

I’m so excited for you both!

[@TanishaBennett]

This video gave me all the smiles, so excited for your journey to come!! ❤️

[@Carebear7170]

Oh you guys!!! I’m so excited for you both!! I cannot wait to see what you do with the place. Congratulations on your first home!!! 😆

[@wendyconnolly9720]

Wow, wow my favorite kind of video’s! This subscriber is in it for the long haul. 😀

[@rociorodriguez1225]

OMG!!! I’m so excited for you guys, God bless your new home🙏🏻❣️🥰

[@Pgma12]

Omg kristen this is amazing!! I’m so happy for you guys! I’ve been following you for many years and have watched every thing you’ve achieved and I love it! 🎉 My best wishes to you in this new process and stage of your lives. ❤

[@b.walker5955]

Congrats you beautiful couple! WELCOME HOME! now, let's get busy!

[@bradhughes1533]

I lived in Nashville for about 5 years. Loved it there ❤

[@nfs8708]

Cant wait to see more home reno. Your house is so pretty !!!

[@susanholland6828]

It's so nice to see you both again on KZbin!! Congratulations n I can't wait to watch the process! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@PetraEmmy]

Ok How EXCITING! CONGRATULATIONS to you both! Can't wait to see what magic you make. 🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏❤

[@monicasuarez5841]

Congratulations! I cannot wait to see you decorate it. Welcome to the US!

[@kandigrammer8438]

Congrats!! Thank you for sharing your new adventure and I loved seeing your parents! Super exciting and looking forward to following the transformation.

[@jessicasheffield84]

Congratulations to both on the new home!

[@lindsayfoote6516]

Congratulations to you both! I’m sooo excited to see all the ideas, projects and decor for your new house!!! 🎉 I also had no idea you were both Canadian! ❤

[@KimLittlejohn2023]

Congratulations! It brought tears to my eyes when you two unlocked that front door and walked in. I know the feeling (several times over) of buying a new home with your loved one. It is such a special feeling. I know you will turn that home into something unbelievable. Again, congratulations!

[@doreentetleton6850]

Welcome to Tennessee! I'm about 3 hours away from you in Dyersburg TN. I'm so happy to have you here. I can't wait to see your new home and what you do with it. I love your videos. Congratulations to both of you.

[@lormor460]

I’m so excited to see it! The staircase alone looked like the house is going to be wonderful. You left us in a cliffhanger! 😮😂😊

[@Marladecor]

Congrats so exciting!!! i thought you owned the lake house - you decorated that so great!!! Looking forward to you making/decorating it your way 👏👏👏👏👏

[@Fiat1]

Congrats! So excited for you! Thank you for sharing your journey with us 🍾 🥂

[@emguilbe]

Congratulations on your new house 😊 You earned it and deserve it!❤ Best wishes ❤

[@ChristineMaxwell-cj3ts]

Ohh! Congratulations! Your journey was both inspiring and informative.

[@simplyme3684]

I absolutely loved this! So happy for you guys, congratulations 🎊 May the Lord fill your house with blessing and love!

[@suelange4674]

Congratulations! I have a childhood friend who is a Realtor in Franklin, TN and she is quite busy as it's such a desirable area. How lucky you were to get in the market early and make just the right offer. It was meant to be!!

[@carolynnance7176]

I'm so happy for you. Congratulations! You'll look so happy.

[@jeanlarson8505]

CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎊 Can’t wait to see your tour and journey going forward!!!

[@remimori5579]

I know I'm late, but congratulations on getting your new home together. As a loyal long-term fan of both of you, I could still remember the days of Vine and now you two are engaged in getting a house and I'm just so proud of how far you both have come. Congratulations! You both deserve such a wonderful and happy life🎉❤ ✨💖✨🏡

[@wendymacdonald5246]

How exciting and beautiful! I had tears in my eyes too!

[@angieashraf7670]

I see so many projects so many possibilities coming our way ❤ congratulations I am happy that everything went well ❤❤

[@mkmoody2870]

Congratulations! Can't wait for the tour and to see what you do with it!!!

[@angelinamarinova754]

Congratulations Kristen!!! When I listen to your story, I almost cried, because it is very is very similar to our story of buying a house one month ago. Same as you we were the first people to see the house on the first day on the market and we gave an offer same day. They accepted. We are fellow Canadians moving from BC to Alberta! It's a big change for us, but we can do it! I wish you all the best in your new home! Can't wait for your new videos! You are an amazing person! It's so great to see that someone else is going through the same things that we are also experiencing 💖💖💖

[@Ria_n_Brian_93]

Congratulations guys❣️🎉🥳 Enjoy this new chapter and journey. Continued blessings. 🙏

[@mntgardener9246]

You two are obviously in love. When is your wedding? Will you show us some pictures? We would love to be included. FYI I lived in Franklin for 30 years. Enjoy middle TN!!!

[@KristenMcGowan]

in June!!👰🏼‍♀️🤵🏻‍♂️ of course!! Follow on instagram for more wedding content! @kristenmcgowan

[@larisapetcu9922]

So happy for you guys! Looking forward to seeing your finishing touches ❤

[@Kelly-lm9ou]

Congratulations!!!! I closed on my first house last week!!! I've been binge watching you to get decorating ideas! I've moved closer to family and can't wait to start my new life! Wishing you both the BEST!

[@brendatomlinson]

Congratulations 🎉

[@angelabriseno5141]

Congratulations, your going to love living in Nashville 🎉

[@ashleymckinney8902]

Congratulations on you new home! Its really beautiful!

[@jennyjones139]

Congratulations to you both! So exciting, can’t wait for the tour and how you will do it up!

[@butadreamcustomcakes5647]

Congratulations!!! Such an exciting time for you both!🎉🎉

[@kevinstuder5264]

Yay!! I’m so excited for y’all! I literally got goosebumps when they accepted the offer. It’s such a special time when you really want a house, and they accept the offer. Enjoy! I can’t wait to see what you do to it!

[@d.glowicka4590]

Congratulations, amazing I am VERY happy for YOU!!!!

[@jeanettelarson3271]

I got chills & teary when you both walked through the front door of your new home. So excited for you both starting a life together and creating the home of your dreams. Congratulations! 🎉 🙂

[@cakedupkevin]

I love your fiancé's facial expression during the phone call! So happy for you guys!

[@ChicaMB]

🎉 Congratulations. How exciting thank you for sharing your new venture.