We Purchased Household Appliances
By Kharla Jolly
@kobesbuddy (78833)
East Tawas, Michigan
May 31, 2023 9:14am CST
Our friend Jim warned us that the prices of household appliances will be going through the ceiling. So Jay decided it's high time we purchase them, before this happens.
Whenever we get the house built, these are necessary items that we will need. I never gave it much thought, at this early a time. Yet, selecting appliances was a step forward.
We won't be picking them up for another couple months. So, Jay has plenty of time to frame in the residence, a place for them to be stored. We will be hooked up to natural gas, by that time.
At least one step in the right direction has been taken. Today, Jay and Brad S. are measuring out the property, deciding which trees need to be cleared off. In return, Jay will give this lumber to Brad, as a payment for these services.
Do I actually comprehend what's going on? No, I had myself fooled there for a minute, also! I've never had a home built before, this is all done in a foreign dialect that I don't speak or understand.
All I can do is trust in God, to get this done before winter sets in:)
Oh yah, we also purchased a furnace, it will come in handy when the Michigan temperatures drop below zero, in January-March of 2024.
Photo: Our lot that I took a picture of.
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@Marilynda1225 (91013)
• United States
31 May 23
Its good that Jay can barter with Brad with lumber for his services. Hope it all goes smoothly and the build will be done in a timely manner.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
31 May 23
Both of these men are very honest, that's what counts the most. And with bartering, they both end up with what they need:)
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@Marilynda1225 (91013)
• United States
31 May 23
@kobesbuddy honesty is important and bartering can be awesome when it comes to finances
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
@Marilynda1225 If someone is only concerned about their own financial gain, it's impossible to do business with them.
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@Chellezhere (6421)
• United States
1 Jun 23
I'm glad everything is falling into place for you.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
I wish that more things would become easier. One step forward, two steps backwards.
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@Chellezhere (6421)
• United States
1 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy My mother was a mortgage and real estate broker, so I know what you mean.
@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
31 May 23
Moving right along good job now Kharla.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
Where will we store these appliances? Only God knows for sure.
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@LadyDuck (502162)
• Italy
1 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy I am sure it lifts your spirit to imagine yourself in your new house.
@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
This is our hope and dream, over the next year.
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@RasmaSandra (97912)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 Jun 23
I like your space there it looks cozy and promising. Is your house going to be all wood, brick, or a combination? Where is your electricity coming from are there electric lines nearby? Just curious,
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
Electricity runs past this lot, we just pay for a hookup. The home is still undecided, how it will look. Neither one of us want a brick house, probably all wood with vinyl siding.
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@RasmaSandra (97912)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy I got curious about home building and how people manage. I found this and thought it was quite a good idea when building your own.
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/kit-homes/
@MarieCoyle (59107)
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31 May 23
Building a house from scratch is just tough. There are often things that just come up that you have to deal with, and are unexpected. And unfortunately, many things can cost more than you think they will. Hey, do you have a salvage type of business somewhere within driving distance? There are a few here..they have things like cabinets and bathroom sinks, etc at a lot lower price than you can get elsewhere. Also, if you have access to a Habitat for Humanity store, ours has a huge area of household supplies--and often, even though they are donated to them, are new with tags. They are just discontinued items.. They always have things like ceiling fans, plumbing items, new windows, etc. Just an idea for you. I dearly love a bargain if I can make it work well.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
I will mention all this to Jay, he will be glad to check it out:)
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@MarieCoyle (59107)
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2 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy
I am one of those people who search for good bargains!
You just never know what you might find. 
@AmbiePam (120533)
• United States
31 May 23
I imagine a person would tend to think of it constantly until they start to see the project begin for themselves. If it were me, I'd probably drive everyone crazy asking about the progress every day. It's also a great idea to get the appliances now.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
I know better than to ask Jay questions, 'when will this happen?' He would bite my head off! As long as we have a roof over our heads, it really doesn't matter to me. God has always provided us with a home, regardless of anything else.
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@m_audrey6788 (58468)
• Germany
31 May 23
I hope everything will be done according to your wishes 
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
31 May 23
Thanks, if the home is livable, that's all I care about at this time. If it's not what I like best, it doesn't really matter any more.
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@allen0187 (59648)
• Philippines
31 May 23
Hope you get everything that you need.
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@Tina30219 (82978)
• Onaway, Michigan
2 Jun 23
Yeah you definitely need the appliances for sure
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@Tina30219 (82978)
• Onaway, Michigan
2 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy Just think you will get to have fun learning your new appliances once you get into the new house
@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
2 Jun 23
When we moved, all the appliances stayed in the home. I really miss my gas stove!
@FourWalls (86575)
• United States
31 May 23
I agree that it was smart to buy them now, when the prices are as low as they’ll be AND you have the “guarantee” (such as it is) of having the items, should another “parts shortage” pop up.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
We were forewarned to get these items right away. Before those prices begin to sky rocket:)
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
5 Jun 23
We will certainly make good use of every single one :)
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@Dena91 (17029)
• United States
31 May 23
Your lot for your new home is beautiful. I am glad you got the appliances taken care of before prices go up.
A friend of ours built their home. He, his dad, and brother all worked on it after the contractors set the foundation and built the walls for them. He was able to save a lot by doing the majority of the work himself.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
Jay and I will be finishing the inside projects, by ourselves. Once the foundation is laid, things will go a bit faster than at this present time.
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@Nakitakona (59987)
• Philippines
2 Jun 23
Aside from furnace, what household appliances you bought?
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
2 Jun 23
Washer, dryer, dishwasher and a new refrigerator.
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@Nakitakona (59987)
• Philippines
3 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy That's a lot of household appliances. Anyway it's good purchases for the prices are affordable.
@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
Some people say three months, others say six months. Myself, I have no idea who's right.
@aninditasen (18198)
• Raurkela, India
1 Jun 23
The cost of appliances are increasing in India too. How long will it take to build the house?
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
Some people say three months, others say six months to build a house.
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@aninditasen (18198)
• Raurkela, India
3 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy Whom have you entrusted to build your house and how much time will they take?
@LindaOHio (222222)
• United States
1 Jun 23
I hope everything moves along smoothly and you can get into the new house before winter.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jun 23
When winter sets in, we will hopefully be all moved into our house. How soon will this happen? I don't know.
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