I feel like you guys made the right decision. You still have two kids living at home and you guys are still young. We are in the same situation. We want to downsize, but it just doesn’t make financial sense.
Sometimes you realize things just don’t make sense. Your reasons for taking the house off the market make so much sense. You are right it’s not just the physical house but all the emotions and memories that come with it.
I think your home will be an amazing place for your future grandchildren. Your home feels like home and holds so many memories and so much more memories to make! I support any decision you guys make, but I do feel happy you’re not selling right now!
Been watching since i was a little girl used to love watching kari and her room tours and hamster videos! still at 19 i still watch you guys and kari’s videos!! happy you decided to keep the house🩵
I’m happy you guys decided to not move! I have been a long time supporter and I always look forward to seeing your new videos! Throughout my busy work week I always enjoy finding the time to watch you guys! Thank you for sharing! 🫶🏼
I’m glad that you all made the decision that was best for your family! I’ve been watching for about 5 years I’m pretty sure and I still look forward to the next OFN upload! I may not have time to watch them all right away but I enjoy sitting down and catching up with y’all! UA-cam may not be the same as it was but you are still valuable and have many loyal viewers! Best of luck to all of you and keep enjoying that beautiful home of yours❤️
I think you are making the right decision! We are also 50 years old and have 2 kids left at home and want to move but for the same reasons as Ken stated we are staying put for a while. I think it’s a smart idea
Yay! I’m so happy! I love your home! I was so sad you were leaving it. I always imagined your grandkids coming there too. Can’t wait too see how it unfolds!
Thank you for sharing your life with us still. I always found your videos so interesting since I live in Michigan too. I been a long time subscriber. It so awesome to see other Michiganders being successful in their life 😊
I've experienced rain like this several times in southern Erie County PA. I don't like being out in it like this, but watching and listening to it is great. It rains 'lots' here in (central coastal) OR and we also get instability showers.
It sounds like you guys certainly made the right decision. You have such a beautiful home and property and worked hard to make it your own. All the reasons you gave make a lot of sense. I totally understand where you're coming from. It must be a relief, and I'm so happy for you and your family. I'm so impressed with how real and honest you both are. Thanks for sharing! 👍❤👍
You guys are so open and honest in your videos that’s what I love about your channel! Also when you are back and forth about moving that’s when you know it’s not time! 🙂
You seem a lot happier now that you are staying 🙂…..your kids love your gorgeous house & some day your grandkids will too 💕. You are still young so just enjoy your dream home that you built 🥰
I seriously love your down to earth honesty. My husband and I are 60 so we are older my husband still works. I do feel the same way Candi feels though. Empty nest and no full time job. It’s a pivotal point for me to feel that fulfillment but also want the need to contribute to my family. ❤
I’m so glad you guys are staying❤ I watched you guys build that house from scratch and love all of the memories you created there! It’s such a beautiful home and you can always get a condo or beach house somewhere if u need a change of atmosphere😉
We appreciate you! I needed to hear this, we are also in the same boat. Thank you for always being so honest. LOVE your house and I'm glad you made the decision to stay! :)
Love that you are doing what feels right and thank you for sharing the process to figuring it out. It makes so much sense! I look forward to every video you post, thank you for sharing your lives!! ❤❤❤
Hi Candi and Ken, I've been watching you since lived in your smaller home. I've followed your journey on UA-cam, and I just wanted to say, You've created a beautiful home. You've build it from the ground up and I feel like your grandkids, and their children after that, they will all enjoy the home you've created and they'll build more on the property as the years go on.❤ Your kids will tell stories about how they were there when they started digging and this property can be your family's home base for years to come, a place where the family can all come together🏡
You know you have to live YOUR life how YOU want to live it. You share your life how you want you want to share it. I want to thank you for letting me see your life,struggles and some advice. If you wanna take off for a month and then make another video, I will be definitely be still here waiting for you. Thanks for the vlog. 😊
Been watching you guys for years and I’m so happy for you guys for keeping the house! You also worked so hard on it lately and now you guys get to sit back and enjoy it ☺️
I am so happy for your family. I’m so glad Ken had a heavy heart. This is not an easy thing to sell a home that you put your heart and sole into. I told you before go buy a few acres and build what you really want. Now you have that time to find a smaller piece of land buy it and keep it for a rainy day. If you never use the land it can be sold. I am 71 built our home 30 yrs ago. It is around 3000 square ft. I have no interest in selling. Again I am so happy for your decision before it was too late.
I'm happy you are keeping the house and totally understand the thinking to list it. I'm just glad you decided to unlisted it. All the reasons are valid by both of you.
Also, part of feeling like you no longer have purpose could just simply be because your kids are grown! But don’t forget momma they will always need you in some way and some form!❤ I’m sure you are always needed in some way and some form! Iv watched you guys since I was way younger! 😊and I’m still here ❤
You’ll be glad you have that extra space when your kids start their own families. We had one child , now he’s a family of four and we could use more space when they come to visit. The grandkids will love the pool and lake. You made a good decision!! I was hoping you wouldn’t sell. I have been watching since your kids were small and still enjoy watching.
I feel like maybe in a few years you can reevaluate and see what you want to do!! But don’t worry about making a bad choice because you still have time with the kids to enjoy the house!!
I feel your pain. We had issues with that monsoon as well. Our garage flooded, power went out and our backup water powered sump quit working. We had to call an emergency plumber out at 9pm so our basement wouldn’t flood. Wouldn’t ya know, the power came back on 5 minutes after he showed up but $500 later and he tells us we need a new backup sump to the tune of $1500. Ugh…it never ends 😢 I had a sneaky suspicion you would change your mind about moving after Karli said she wanted you to wait until she was out of college. Maybe things will settle down in a couple years as far as interest rates go.
happy to hear! im sure it was a random decision to make after you guys had moving in mind but everything happens for a reason and if you’re meant to go youll go and if your meant to stay you’ll stay 🙌😊😊😊😊💝💝
I completely understand your decision! You have such an amazing house and it would probably be impossible to find a house this nice without spending tons of money. Your convo in the grocery parking lot was so insightful, both such smart people!!
I'm happy you made a decision that makes you happy!. Also who would care why you are doing it?(money problems?? Wyf) It's you and your families choice, and I'm glad you are happy. Also your house is wonderful, I would never leave!!
Hi Candi. I saw you and Ken at the Nate Bargatze show in Toledo. I wasn't sure whether I should have come over to say hello. He put on a great show, we laughed so much!!
I know I’m an outsider from y’all’s decision and I don’t know what goes on outside of your videos, but I’m so happy with your decision to not sell! I love your perspectives on seeing your future family at your home. It makes the home more sentimental. I hope you guys enjoy your home and continue to make great memories in it❤️
Thanks. We appreciate you. I think the same things that go on outside of the videos are the same things that happen in the videos. We are pretty transparent for the most part.
I grew up with you guys and watching ur daily video after school used to be my escape and saved in ways and I’ll forever for greatful for you guys. You guys deserve everything you have❤️
I’ve been watching you for many years and enjoyed seeing the kids grow up and develop. You’ve definitely been an important part of my life. I appreciate you making this possible. I will continue to watch how life progresses for you and for your kids. I think you’ve made the right decision here, your current home will be the center of life for the whole family for many years to come. It couldn’t be more ideal than it is.
Hi Candi & Ken, Yep it's your choice everyone can change their minds. How dip is your pond? Do you guys eat the fish in the pond? Seattle WA, Houses are so costly here, Thinking about selling and moving next year.
The pond was dug at 22 feet, but probably about 18 due to washout over time. No we don’t eat the fish. Chase and Karli fish, but put them back. I feed them. They are almost like more pets.
Houses in the Pacific Northwest are higher costs, Very expensive here. A house like yours would triple in price. Love your house very beautiful glad you are not selling it now.
I have been watching you guys for a long time you guys are real. I still watch ever time you put a video out. It's just I like your content I like Ken's weather reports you guys keep it up so glad you did not sell your house keep being real I like watching
Here's just a little advice that you didn't ask for...now that you've made the decision to stay put, for all the reasons that you've given...DO NOT START SECOND GUESSING YOURSELVES!!! Just leave it TF alone for a while, and just be happy! And btw, the trend for young people staying at home and living with their parents for much longer is really on the rise! Tell Chase about that! Unless there's a really good reason for moving out, staying put is the smart thing to do.
I say by 2 years later you will be selling the house but glad you made the right decision I can really tell how Candi felt you can always see thru a person's emotions there not ready to make that change I myself was feeling sad about you guys selling the house it just looks so nice I was wondering why but oh well its your decision just do whatever feels best and just fellow your feelings upon that's what I do sometimes whenever I make decisions just by the gut feeling or something telling to do so.
I’m SO happy you’re not selling your house!!! You guys have everything you want and you also may have grandkids at some point ❤ Extra room is waaay better than not enough room! Signed, a mom of 5 kids and now 5 grandkids 😂 Tina
I love u candi and ken im glad ur keeping ur house. Your house is beautiful and i love seeing it when watching yalls videos and i love watching them with just yall. Do what u want dont let what others say bother u , its your life and ur dogs love that yard and that pond and pool and ur kids do. I love yall so much ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊
Paying more in interest for less property with a list price of $50k to $100k less that would be made up in interest doesn’t make sense. See where things end up in two or three years with housing interest after finding whoever is president starting in January, if you need to wait again that’s fine. If you need to and can build a multi family and offer you kids the units then offer rentals for short or long term if your state allows.
I feel like you made the right decision on not selling your dream home you created a lot of beautiful memories here with your children inside the house and out
I am so glad you made the decision to not sell this House!! It is a perfect house like Ken was saying for future grandchildren to visit and enjoy as they grow up that holds many current & Future memories. I remember when yall were building it and was Like that is a Forever Home even if it is big. Your kids will always have a place to visit and show their kids where they grew up as teenagers.. can’t wait to see more videos in your Home.
i turn 22 in a few months and i keep telling myself im in no rush to move out of my parents house, it’s basically impossible even with a job and going to school full time
Yeah. I wouldn’t worry about it. As long as they let you stay; take advantage of it. Save while you can. Enjoy the younger years. You have plenty of time to do the adulting thing 😂😂😂
Sorry, Candi, you cried a lot. I knew you didnt really want to sell. I was heartbroken for you. I was afraid the house would sell and THEN you would have major regret.
My sister sold her home to downsize but it was going to cost almost twice what hers brought to build the smaller home. They ended up buying a modular home. 🤔
Hi Ken as you are reading the comments! So sweet when we heard Candi was selling partially to release You Tube money for a restful peaceful nest egg life. So sweet Ken told Candi that the sale is stopping. What a lovely couple you are. Candi - do you feel you are smiling from ear to ear now....much love from Cyprus
@@KKMARINO Yes I live on the beautiful independent island of Cyprus. I have invited you and Candi to come and stay anytime to see the real Cyprus far from any 5* hotels and the like.
You should never judge people until you get to know them, but people will judge people on UA-cam just because they have a screen between them and the people they watch on UA-cam, thing is if they actually met you in person they aren’t gonna talk crap, it’s only because they know they aren’t actually talking to someone in person, people act differently than they do in person, than on the internet.
I'm not going to stop watching you (my fellow michiganders) :). I've been watching you since you were in the old house. You make me laugh and I relate to the weight loss. Weight loss is a lot of work and not easy.
We appreciate you Ken and Candi and yes that would be a relief to have all the stress of selling then Ken says we are not selling and Hell my sons are 28 and 23 they are still at home😂😂😂😂 they will probably never leave home
I'm crying. I've been watching you guys since the previous house. I definitely think it is a better decision to keep the house. Especially with the economy, but most of all, because this house is a home.
Hi Ken!!!! (He said he would read the comments😅) you’re my absolute favorite UA-cam dad, that’s a thing, right?😂 I’m so glad you brought that up about UA-cam being 60% of how you guys got that house with the remaining being your recruiting business & other things. I kind of know how you feel. My parents inherited a house & was kind enough to give it to me & my family. My husband also got his job through my dad. Sometimes it feels like people think we have lucked into everything & haven’t worked our butts off for anything we have. I’ll forever be grateful for what my parents have done for us & im not taking away from that. But we have also worked very hard for ourselves. I felt you 100% when you said that. Good for you❤️ (and I’m NOT saying UA-cam wasn’t/isn’t work). Candi, you have accomplished enough for 3 lifetimes. I hope you know that! I never noticed any emotional side to this whole selling the house process & I always thought that to be odd, but I remembered we only see a part of your alls lives & the emotion was of course there. I can’t imagine ever moving from our house. The good, the bad, & the ugly, it’s our home & every square inch holds a memory. I’m sure you feel the same. Your videos have been so great lately! (I love that this was a good long video!) And you guys both look AMAZING! I was watching some of your older videos & you can really see the difference in your alls weight. Incredible. I am so so happy you aren’t selling (right now anyway) it’s such an incredible place. I mean, it’s THE nest!😂
I'm a real estate investor so I'm aware of all the static your mind can be filled with when it comes to buying and selling. On my business side selling and reinvesting while also making sure I'm doing what's right tax wise. I just had a friend who wanted to sell her home. She's 63 years old. She bought her house many years ago for $86,000. The house is now worth $600,000. She was prepared to sell it and buy a small condo. What she didn't realize was she only had $250,000 ($500k if married) in gain that'd tax exempt anything above that is considered Capital Gain. I suggested she speak with her CPA. She did and her taxes would have been $122,000. 😮 I knew it would be high. So I'm not sure what your original baseline was but that plus the $500k exemption & any improvements would be tax exempt but anything above that would be considered capital gain. That can added up pretty quickly. For anyone reading this, if you're married or you jointly own the property and one of you dies the other person gets what is called a "step up in basis" meaning what ever the house was worth at the time of death is your new base line. I hope this isn't confusing. I'm just saying a primary residence can have a hefty capital gain if sold for significantly higher than what you originally purchased it for. Something to consider.
Yep! We went over all of this with our financial advisor. It matters what you invested in the home/property as well as what you spend on your next house as well. Great point though!!
You both have to make all your own decisions. Not the viewers decision. I have watched your channel for a long time. I wish I could meet you Candi and Ken. Live in the same state as you do. Look forward to watching you channel when you post videos.
Candi, your career didn't come to an end. Nor did your role as a mother. It's happening to all of us... our lives are constantly evolving and we are regularly faced with things we've never experienced before. That's where we learn and grow. You will be okay!! xo
I couldn’t agree with you guys more. When those grand babies come you will probably be so happy you didn’t sell. Also the homes like you said aren’t like yours and they are priced high. We sold our house due to the exact things you are saying and we regret it.
The market is terrible to buy a house right now but selling a house you could get double but the fact is who has that kind of money right now to even buy
Once you start having grand babies and your kids all get married you will be happy that you stayed. You will have tons of space for everyone and pool and pod for the kids to play. Just ignore all the negative comments people are just jealous of the lifestyle you have. ❤
I feel like you guys made the right decision. You still have two kids living at home and you guys are still young. We are in the same situation. We want to downsize, but it just doesn’t make financial sense.
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Me and my parents are in the exact same situation as you guys we want to move so badly but I agree with you 💯% percent
Sometimes you realize things just don’t make sense. Your reasons for taking the house off the market make so much sense. You are right it’s not just the physical house but all the emotions and memories that come with it.
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I think your home will be an amazing place for your future grandchildren. Your home feels like home and holds so many memories and so much more memories to make! I support any decision you guys make, but I do feel happy you’re not selling right now!
Me too. Thank you for sharing ❤
I love when Ken said you can still have all that i just have to work a little harder made me cry bc y’all reall do have real love 😢
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Been watching since i was a little girl used to love watching kari and her room tours and hamster videos! still at 19 i still watch you guys and kari’s videos!! happy you decided to keep the house🩵
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Happy to hear! Your home is your home and memories that you have and can’t replace with a new home! 🥰
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I’m happy you guys decided to not move! I have been a long time supporter and I always look forward to seeing your new videos! Throughout my busy work week I always enjoy finding the time to watch you guys! Thank you for sharing! 🫶🏼
Love this ❤
Your house is beautiful and someday when there's grandkids, it will be a new chapter. I wish you happiness now and in the future.
Thank you so much. I appreciate you ❤
I feel a huge sense of relief for you, Candi. Your home is so perfect, so cozy and such a special place for your kids to come home to. ❤
Me too ❤
I’m glad that you all made the decision that was best for your family! I’ve been watching for about 5 years I’m pretty sure and I still look forward to the next OFN upload! I may not have time to watch them all right away but I enjoy sitting down and catching up with y’all! UA-cam may not be the same as it was but you are still valuable and have many loyal viewers! Best of luck to all of you and keep enjoying that beautiful home of yours❤️
We appreciate you ❤
The real ones will watch you still. ❤
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I think you are making the right decision! We are also 50 years old and have 2 kids left at home and want to move but for the same reasons as Ken stated we are staying put for a while. I think it’s a smart idea
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Yay! I’m so happy! I love your home! I was so sad you were leaving it. I always imagined your grandkids coming there too. Can’t wait too see how it unfolds!
Can’t wait 😊
The communication between you two is amazing!
Thank you 😊
I know that karli is excited ahaha. I honestly think it makes sense you guys still have 2 kids at home, dogs and a big family who still visits!
For sure ❤
Thank you for sharing your life with us still. I always found your videos so interesting since I live in Michigan too. I been a long time subscriber. It so awesome to see other Michiganders being successful in their life 😊
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I've experienced rain like this several times in southern Erie County PA. I don't like being out in it like this, but watching and listening to it is great. It rains 'lots' here in (central coastal) OR and we also get instability showers.
0:35 the shoes i'm dead🤣🤣🤣
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It sounds like you guys certainly made the right decision. You have such a beautiful home and property and worked hard to make it your own. All the reasons you gave make a lot of sense. I totally understand where you're coming from. It must be a relief, and I'm so happy for you and your family. I'm so impressed with how real and honest you both are. Thanks for sharing! 👍❤👍
Thank you so much!
You’re very welcome, Candi! You guys have a fun and relaxing weekend! 🌞
I’m happy for you and Ken!! ❤️ I’ve been watching for 8 years now and I enjoy hearing the advice you and Ken share!
8 years? Awesome. I appreciate you.
You guys are so open and honest in your videos that’s what I love about your channel! Also when you are back and forth about moving that’s when you know it’s not time! 🙂
You seem a lot happier now that you are staying 🙂…..your kids love your gorgeous house & some day your grandkids will too 💕. You are still young so just enjoy your dream home that you built 🥰
Thank you. I appreciate you ❤
I seriously love your down to earth honesty. My husband and I are 60 so we are older my husband still works. I do feel the same way Candi feels though. Empty nest and no full time job. It’s a pivotal point for me to feel that fulfillment but also want the need to contribute to my family. ❤
Thanks for sharing guys, I hope you remain happy and successful for many more years. Been watching for years, keep up the great work!😀
Thanks my friend. I appreciate you
I’m glad to hear this! :)
I’m so glad you guys are staying❤ I watched you guys build that house from scratch and love all of the memories you created there! It’s such a beautiful home and you can always get a condo or beach house somewhere if u need a change of atmosphere😉
Absolutely. Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate you ❤
We appreciate you! I needed to hear this, we are also in the same boat. Thank you for always being so honest. LOVE your house and I'm glad you made the decision to stay! :)
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People will talk just hear them selves talking. Keep on doing what u love. ❤❤❤
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Including UA-camrs…😂😂
Love that you are doing what feels right and thank you for sharing the process to figuring it out. It makes so much sense! I look forward to every video you post, thank you for sharing your lives!! ❤❤❤
Thank you for coming to watch. We appreciate you ❤
Hi Candi and Ken, I've been watching you since lived in your smaller home. I've followed your journey on UA-cam, and I just wanted to say, You've created a beautiful home. You've build it from the ground up and I feel like your grandkids, and their children after that, they will all enjoy the home you've created and they'll build more on the property as the years go on.❤ Your kids will tell stories about how they were there when they started digging and this property can be your family's home base for years to come, a place where the family can all come together🏡
Love this. I appreciate you and think it’s awesome that you know our story.
You know you have to live YOUR life how YOU want to live it. You share your life how you want you want to share it. I want to thank you for letting me see your life,struggles and some advice. If you wanna take off for a month and then make another video, I will be definitely be still here waiting for you. Thanks for the vlog. 😊
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Been watching you guys for years and I’m so happy for you guys for keeping the house! You also worked so hard on it lately and now you guys get to sit back and enjoy it ☺️
Thanks for watching. We appreciate you.
Exactly, you can change your mind. Absolutely nothing wrong with that.
I am so happy for your family. I’m so glad Ken had a heavy heart. This is not an easy thing to sell a home that you put your heart and sole into. I told you before go buy a few acres and build what you really want. Now you have that time to find a smaller piece of land buy it and keep it for a rainy day. If you never use the land it can be sold. I am 71 built our home 30 yrs ago. It is around 3000 square ft. I have no interest in selling. Again I am so happy for your decision before it was too late.
Me too
Totally off topic,but I LOVE the waves in your hair in this video Candi , looks great: 💕
YOU ARE BOTH SO AMAZING I HAVE BEEN HERE SINCE THE BEGINNING AND ALWAYS WILL BE!
I'm happy you are keeping the house and totally understand the thinking to list it. I'm just glad you decided to unlisted it. All the reasons are valid by both of you.
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Also, part of feeling like you no longer have purpose could just simply be because your kids are grown! But don’t forget momma they will always need you in some way and some form!❤ I’m sure you are always needed in some way and some form! Iv watched you guys since I was way younger! 😊and I’m still here ❤
For sure. I have been fixing their cars for two weeks 😂😂😂
yayyy!!! i was so sad you all were moving. wishing you all the best next years♥️🩷
Yeah. Me too
You’ll be glad you have that extra space when your kids start their own families. We had one child , now he’s a family of four and we could use more space when they come to visit. The grandkids will love the pool and lake. You made a good decision!! I was hoping you wouldn’t sell. I have been watching since your kids were small and still enjoy watching.
I feel like maybe in a few years you can reevaluate and see what you want to do!! But don’t worry about making a bad choice because you still have time with the kids to enjoy the house!!
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I live in Wisconsin and we got 8.5 in of rain in two days plus another inch and half last night
We need rain so badly here in east Tn but not that much! Goodness!
@Sandra-pm3it we need rain in South Charlotte, too. We haven't been getting our summer storms. ⛈️
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I can see the weight off your shoulders.. ❤ So happy you’re doing what’s best for you. Love that house and all the memories it holds!
Yes it does ❤
I feel your pain. We had issues with that monsoon as well. Our garage flooded, power went out and our backup water powered sump quit working. We had to call an emergency plumber out at 9pm so our basement wouldn’t flood. Wouldn’t ya know, the power came back on 5 minutes after he showed up but $500 later and he tells us we need a new backup sump to the tune of $1500. Ugh…it never ends 😢
I had a sneaky suspicion you would change your mind about moving after Karli said she wanted you to wait until she was out of college. Maybe things will settle down in a couple years as far as interest rates go.
😮 Wow. That’s crazy!!
happy to hear! im sure it was a random decision to make after you guys had moving in mind but everything happens for a reason and if you’re meant to go youll go and if your meant to stay you’ll stay 🙌😊😊😊😊💝💝
Totally agree
I completely understand your decision! You have such an amazing house and it would probably be impossible to find a house this nice without spending tons of money. Your convo in the grocery parking lot was so insightful, both such smart people!!
Thanks. I appreciate you.
I'm happy you made a decision that makes you happy!. Also who would care why you are doing it?(money problems?? Wyf)
It's you and your families choice, and I'm glad you are happy. Also your house is wonderful, I would never leave!!
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Tell Ken referring to the rain “Baton down the hatches!” Lol I remember when he said that years ago at the old house during a storm lol.
P.S. I totally understand where you’re both coming from 😊
Yep! He still loves to say that!
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You guys are great together. Happy for you both and your family❤️
Hi Candi. I saw you and Ken at the Nate Bargatze show in Toledo. I wasn't sure whether I should have come over to say hello. He put on a great show, we laughed so much!!
Always come and say hello. We don’t bite. Might talk your ear off though 😂😂
I love your house! Such a fun place to live and make memories.
Me too!! Thank you ❤
I know I’m an outsider from y’all’s decision and I don’t know what goes on outside of your videos, but I’m so happy with your decision to not sell! I love your perspectives on seeing your future family at your home. It makes the home more sentimental. I hope you guys enjoy your home and continue to make great memories in it❤️
Thanks. We appreciate you. I think the same things that go on outside of the videos are the same things that happen in the videos. We are pretty transparent for the most part.
I grew up with you guys and watching ur daily video after school used to be my escape and saved in ways and I’ll forever for greatful for you guys. You guys deserve everything you have❤️
I’ve been watching you for many years and enjoyed seeing the kids grow up and develop. You’ve definitely been an important part of my life. I appreciate you making this possible. I will continue to watch how life progresses for you and for your kids. I think you’ve made the right decision here, your current home will be the center of life for the whole family for many years to come. It couldn’t be more ideal than it is.
Love this!!
Hi Candi & Ken,
Yep it's your choice everyone can change their minds.
How dip is your pond?
Do you guys eat the fish in the pond?
Seattle WA, Houses are so costly here, Thinking about selling and moving next year.
The pond was dug at 22 feet, but probably about 18 due to washout over time. No we don’t eat the fish. Chase and Karli fish, but put them back. I feed them. They are almost like more pets.
Live your life how you guys want to and don't worry about what anybody says. I do want to say I'm glad your keeping the house . I love your house .
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Houses in the Pacific Northwest are higher costs, Very expensive here.
A house like yours would triple in price.
Love your house very beautiful glad you are not selling it now.
Wow. That’s crazy. Thank you!!
I have been watching you guys for a long time you guys are real. I still watch ever time you put a video out. It's just I like your content I like Ken's weather reports you guys keep it up so glad you did not sell your house keep being real I like watching
Here's just a little advice that you didn't ask for...now that you've made the decision to stay put, for all the reasons that you've given...DO NOT START SECOND GUESSING YOURSELVES!!! Just leave it TF alone for a while, and just be happy! And btw, the trend for young people staying at home and living with their parents for much longer is really on the rise! Tell Chase about that! Unless there's a really good reason for moving out, staying put is the smart thing to do.
Agree
I say by 2 years later you will be selling the house but glad you made the right decision I can really tell how Candi felt you can always see thru a person's emotions there not ready to make that change I myself was feeling sad about you guys selling the house it just looks so nice I was wondering why but oh well its your decision just do whatever feels best and just fellow your feelings upon that's what I do sometimes whenever I make decisions just by the gut feeling or something telling to do so.
Happiness... this is my dream house... so happy we'll still get to see it...
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Mine as well
As long as you’re happy that’s all that matters!
Yuppers ❤
I’m SO happy you’re not selling your house!!! You guys have everything you want and you also may have grandkids at some point ❤ Extra room is waaay better than not enough room! Signed, a mom of 5 kids and now 5 grandkids 😂 Tina
That’s awesome!!
I love u candi and ken im glad ur keeping ur house. Your house is beautiful and i love seeing it when watching yalls videos and i love watching them with just yall. Do what u want dont let what others say bother u , its your life and ur dogs love that yard and that pond and pool and ur kids do. I love yall so much ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊
We love you too ❤
Paying more in interest for less property with a list price of $50k to $100k less that would be made up in interest doesn’t make sense. See where things end up in two or three years with housing interest after finding whoever is president starting in January, if you need to wait again that’s fine. If you need to and can build a multi family and offer you kids the units then offer rentals for short or long term if your state allows.
I don’t think interest rates would be a deciding factor for us.
im happy for you guys snd whatrver yoj decide to do in life... as long as things msle you happybin life thats all that matters 😊...
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I feel like you made the right decision on not selling your dream home you created a lot of beautiful memories here with your children inside the house and out
I’m so glad you took your house off of the market! I could just feel this energy and it just didn’t feel right. You guys belong in that house!
Totally agree. I am with you ❤
I’m happy for you guys whatever you choose. You only have one life so live it.
Truth
I am so glad you made the decision to not sell this House!! It is a perfect house like Ken was saying for future grandchildren to visit and enjoy as they grow up that holds many current & Future memories. I remember when yall were building it and was Like that is a Forever Home even if it is big. Your kids will always have a place to visit and show their kids where they grew up as teenagers.. can’t wait to see more videos in your Home.
Thank you!!
Yay! I think this was the right decision.
Love you guys.
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You guys are super cool and nice people. That is why I keep watching…
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If I was selling I would move somewhere warmer! I also wonder why you was selling that beautiful home! It has everything
It’s like Karli said in another vlog, it was not the right moment… best decision for now! ❤
Are those pool floors from frontgate?
i turn 22 in a few months and i keep telling myself im in no rush to move out of my parents house, it’s basically impossible even with a job and going to school full time
Yeah. I wouldn’t worry about it. As long as they let you stay; take advantage of it. Save while you can. Enjoy the younger years. You have plenty of time to do the adulting thing 😂😂😂
@@KKMARINOlove you guys❤️
Sorry, Candi, you cried a lot. I knew you didnt really want to sell. I was heartbroken for you. I was afraid the house would sell and THEN you would have major regret.
My sister sold her home to downsize but it was going to cost almost twice what hers brought to build the smaller home. They ended up buying a modular home. 🤔
Oh…so glad you are staying in your house…I absolutely love it!❤
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im so glad youve decided to keep your home! ❤
Me too
Hi Ken as you are reading the comments! So sweet when we heard Candi was selling partially to release You Tube money for a restful peaceful nest egg life. So sweet Ken told Candi that the sale is stopping. What a lovely couple you are. Candi - do you feel you are smiling from ear to ear now....much love from Cyprus
❤. Cyprus? Holy Moly!! That’s sweet!!
@@KKMARINO Yes I live on the beautiful independent island of Cyprus. I have invited you and Candi to come and stay anytime to see the real Cyprus far from any 5* hotels and the like.
I wish I can find a guy like Ken in my life.
He is pretty awesome 😂😂😂
You should never judge people until you get to know them, but people will judge people on UA-cam just because they have a screen between them and the people they watch on UA-cam, thing is if they actually met you in person they aren’t gonna talk crap, it’s only because they know they aren’t actually talking to someone in person, people act differently than they do in person, than on the internet.
I'm not going to stop watching you (my fellow michiganders) :). I've been watching you since you were in the old house.
You make me laugh and I relate to the weight loss. Weight loss is a lot of work and not easy.
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I love that house I'm so happy you're staying!!!
Thank you ❤
It probably hit a transformer 's what happens where I live . The lightening always hits the transformer, and then the whole block is our of power.
We appreciate you Ken and Candi and yes that would be a relief to have all the stress of selling then Ken says we are not selling and Hell my sons are 28 and 23 they are still at home😂😂😂😂 they will probably never leave home
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I'm crying. I've been watching you guys since the previous house. I definitely think it is a better decision to keep the house. Especially with the economy, but most of all, because this house is a home.
🥰🥰 thanks so much
Hi Ken!!!! (He said he would read the comments😅) you’re my absolute favorite UA-cam dad, that’s a thing, right?😂 I’m so glad you brought that up about UA-cam being 60% of how you guys got that house with the remaining being your recruiting business & other things. I kind of know how you feel. My parents inherited a house & was kind enough to give it to me & my family. My husband also got his job through my dad. Sometimes it feels like people think we have lucked into everything & haven’t worked our butts off for anything we have. I’ll forever be grateful for what my parents have done for us & im not taking away from that. But we have also worked very hard for ourselves. I felt you 100% when you said that. Good for you❤️ (and I’m NOT saying UA-cam wasn’t/isn’t work).
Candi, you have accomplished enough for 3 lifetimes. I hope you know that! I never noticed any emotional side to this whole selling the house process & I always thought that to be odd, but I remembered we only see a part of your alls lives & the emotion was of course there. I can’t imagine ever moving from our house. The good, the bad, & the ugly, it’s our home & every square inch holds a memory. I’m sure you feel the same. Your videos have been so great lately! (I love that this was a good long video!) And you guys both look AMAZING! I was watching some of your older videos & you can really see the difference in your alls weight. Incredible. I am so so happy you aren’t selling (right now anyway) it’s such an incredible place. I mean, it’s THE nest!😂
Why do I have to comment a story book on every one of your alls videos🤦🏼♀️ I swear it doesn’t seem that long when I’m typing it out🤦🏼♀️😂
This is awesome. I appreciate you. It’s pretty cool being the favorite UA-cam dad 😂😂😂
So happy for you guys
Thank you ❤
best news everrrrr!🎉
Yes it is ❤
I am so happy that you guys decided to not sale.
I'm a real estate investor so I'm aware of all the static your mind can be filled with when it comes to buying and selling. On my business side selling and reinvesting while also making sure I'm doing what's right tax wise. I just had a friend who wanted to sell her home. She's 63 years old. She bought her house many years ago for $86,000. The house is now worth $600,000. She was prepared to sell it and buy a small condo. What she didn't realize was she only had $250,000 ($500k if married) in gain that'd tax exempt anything above that is considered Capital Gain. I suggested she speak with her CPA. She did and her taxes would have been $122,000. 😮 I knew it would be high. So I'm not sure what your original baseline was but that plus the $500k exemption & any improvements would be tax exempt but anything above that would be considered capital gain. That can added up pretty quickly. For anyone reading this, if you're married or you jointly own the property and one of you dies the other person gets what is called a "step up in basis" meaning what ever the house was worth at the time of death is your new base line. I hope this isn't confusing. I'm just saying a primary residence can have a hefty capital gain if sold for significantly higher than what you originally purchased it for. Something to consider.
Yep! We went over all of this with our financial advisor. It matters what you invested in the home/property as well as what you spend on your next house as well. Great point though!!
You both have to make all your own decisions. Not the viewers decision. I have watched your channel for a long time. I wish I could meet you Candi and Ken. Live in the same state as you do. Look forward to watching you channel when you post videos.
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We love you Candi❤️
Me too 😂😂
There's no place like home🥰
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Candi, your career didn't come to an end. Nor did your role as a mother. It's happening to all of us... our lives are constantly evolving and we are regularly faced with things we've never experienced before. That's where we learn and grow. You will be okay!! xo
So true! Big changes!
I couldn’t agree with you guys more. When those grand babies come you will probably be so happy you didn’t sell. Also the homes like you said aren’t like yours and they are priced high. We sold our house due to the exact things you are saying and we regret it.
That stinks. Ughh..
The market is terrible to buy a house right now but selling a house you could get double but the fact is who has that kind of money right now to even buy
People with all cash oddly enough!!
I think you guys are making me the right decision ❤
Once you start having grand babies and your kids all get married you will be happy that you stayed. You will have tons of space for everyone and pool and pod for the kids to play. Just ignore all the negative comments people are just jealous of the lifestyle you have. ❤