Oh interesting!

I agree, I also would go with the Zennihome!👍🏻

I am for the Zennihome too, but with all of this so new I wonder how long these homes will hold up before leaks and repairs are needed, and when it comes to repairs how easy are they. I would love to see a video analyzing the durability and longevity of these homes.

Yep, zoning is probably an issue in most places in the US unfortunately.

@@KerryTarnow On the Elon ~ KZfaq channel is says the price of the first Casita prototypes is $50,000, but the projected, intended price is $15,000 once they get line production going.

There is no way one contractor would be able to keep up, especially with the labor shortages.

Nice

Sadly the business concept of massproducing houses all over the world is doomed. Why,? Bcs every community, state, region and country has its own regulations, often very complicated and sometimes even corrupted and extremely time consuming. Often aiming at blocking non-local or foreign competitors. This is why most of these companies fail eventually. ☹️

@@sagittarius_ I am in CA and thats all I think about...can a company get the house approved here? Price doesnt matter if I cant get it through CA regs.

Bingo!!!

Ha ha . That's funny as hell. You know that they will never allow you to have affordable housing. By the time they finish screwing you with regulations, permits, inspections and who knows what else it will cost more than a standard house.

@@Kacee2 exactly 👍🏾❗️

I've got 12.5 acres in the country and still can't build less than 1200sqft total or 25ft width on any side.

@@ruthlessone3k why ?

@@MikeJones-tx6iu stupid zoning restrictions. I really just wanted to build a cabin. Not quite as small as a typical tiny home, but not as big as a typical house either. It's just me and my wife, so we don't need much, and with the cost of materials right now building 1200sqft is costing me a fortune. I had a 1200sqft pole barn style slab home quoted a couple months ago at $185k which is nuts around here. Two years ago that would have gotten me probably 2500sqft. Now he's requoting it before he starts. I'm just hoping for under $200k at this point. I'm sick of living with in-laws. All because they shot down my rustic cabin, which would have looked much nicer in the community.

Also with roofs that drain.

Agreed!!

So trailers? Lol all jokes aside I would love to live in one of these if I would be able to money aside lol.

that already exists, it’s called a trailer

@@paris5746 bonus is if i'm understanding correctly, is that they are better built and better insulated

I agree. I enjoy watching the tiny house videos and think I would like to join that one day. But the thing that gets me is I don't want to live in a rectangle lol. I found Boxabl and am gonna follow them for a few years to see how their homes last after a few years before I invest in a home. But the rectangle homes feel too hallway like or too much like a trailer.

Hey Chrystal!!!

Agree. The narrow space + built in corner sofa = mobile home. Not that there's anything wrong with that, it just isn't a new idea. Hinged to fold and unfold repeatedly, that seems new.

I believe Boxabl's ambition is to provide at least 3 base sizes and allow multiple modules to be joined and stacked in various configurations expanding the space to any size you wish, or can afford. The concept of a single person or young couple to buy a basic affordable home and later add to it as the family grows has long been an enticing dream but few have been able to meet the requirement.

@@randizzleforshizzle9957 your right living in a rectangle would be claustrophobic lol

What you are describing already exists my friend and for a much lower price for people on a budget in every state: A trailer park. These homes are nothing but trailers in different shapes and colors but with a price tag that is two or more times higher than a traditional trailer..and often with much less space. No thanks.

Retirees? Just retirees and not the people who service the area? There are plenty of strictly 55+ communities all over with very low rental options. But nothing for the younger crowd with limited income. I also live in the Tampa Bay Area. Twenty something’s to 30+ year olds can’t even work in the area they service because we are being priced out in every city around Tampa Bay. Commute is now well over an hour to get to our jobs. Average rent prices for a studio apartment: $1,800. Average rent prices for a 1-bedroom apartment: $2,000. Forget renting houses. The market has gone insane: 1-bedroom, 1 bath home: $2,000+, 2-bedroom 2 bath: $2,800. 3-bedroom, 3 bathrooms: $3,800. These houses and apartments aren’t even updated, but because the demand is so high, anyone can charge anything and out-of-state buyers migrating here just blindly buy into it. What makes matters worse, local malls and businesses alike are having such a hard time hiring staff because no one is paying enough for anyone to able to afford rent in any of these areas. Businesses are closing hours earlier than they should, they can’t even service a 7-days a week. Who are going to work full time and part time jobs in the area if no one can afford to take them? When retail stores like Apple and Tesla are having an extremely hard time hiring people for jobs, you know there is an issue. Other stores and businesses have been hiring for months and simply can’t fill jobs. Back to the point though; those colonies exist for your age group. And your age group aren’t the only ones looking for something affordable.

@@A-Ree You are absolutely correct to expand the scope of my comments regarding affordable housing opportunities in the Tampa Bay Area. I believe I mentioned that the housing market is out of control. On this evening’s news the cost of insurance rose 25% adding another financial burden for citizens.

@@Nightbird. Not where I live.

The housing market is out of control everywhere. Trust me.

It’s going to be a relative term…

not the same = its a trailer with poor wall construction and ugly

Slideouts aren't exactly a plus in my book. They're awkward, they're fragile, they can hook and tear your floor. If you're going with something built on a trailer get a tiny home instead. At least they're built to be lived in

Resale value...?

Slide-outs are moving parts. Moving parts, the more there are, the more to break. Take a 6 CD changer vs a single one. You'll never get the CD out of a 6, when it jams. Single, you just grab it with a hemostat. You have to take the 6 apart all the way, and power it to get the disc out.

Where i live they’re not legal to be lived in a home unless you’re specifically at an RV park or have land with specific zoning. But even if it’s on foundation and connected to utilities, it isn’t legal as a home.

They have machines that make it as easy as Legos are for humans.

I dunno. Is that like the 25mpg+ my car is said to get...? Lol. Because I've NEVER seen it get over 17mpg in...12 years I've owned it. Hahaha Mercury Sable/Ford Taurus (same car) Never buy into any BS til you SEE IT with your OWN EYES.

Boxabl just held a meeting with Porsche advisor and the plan is to manufacture houses like on a car production line. Having said that, their goal is to make a house every 90 minutes.

Every 5 minutes is about 9k per month. Assuming 24/7 output

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 I think something’s wrong with your car 😂 my cars have always gotten in the range of what it says online unless I’m driving super crazy (ford focus, Ram, various Hondas)

Yes were talking 50 racks tho lol I mean at 35k it's more reasonable

It’s ugly on the outside though

Thank you! Appreciate that 😊

Very cool! Have they given any indication of timeline?

@@KerryTarnow Great vid....Ive learned about Roombus now. Im in CA...looked at a few of these companies over the years. If they are not based in CA I dont even consider them because of all the rules here.....I assume Roombus has taken this into consideration...I will look them up.

It's Nano for me

Thank you!!

You are correct, no land included in the prices. Thanks for watching

Regulations continue hamper the possibility of truly affordable & legal residence.

haha thanks

That would be amazing!

I completely agree. You cannot compare the Boxabl with a mobile home or trailer!

BOXABL only good for moderate / dry weather in USA, but not suitable for humid summers and snowy winter weathers. There are European companies that build smart homes for freezing snowing weathers.

@@meggtokyodelicious The clad foam/cement panels should be good for cold, moist climates. Not sure if you realize that we actually get rain and snow here in North America. :-) Regardless, I live in the dessert, where protection excessive heat would be my big challenge. What are the European brands of modular housing that you reference? I was investigating Coodo a few years ago, as they expressed an interest in coming here, but haven't anything from them in quite awhile.

How come there is no discussion about the cost of having someone in fold your vocable on site when it arrives and how much to set it up on a foundation?

They came out on the local news a couple months ago and announced an official price of $150k, triple the original suggested price.

Yeah. THAT'S where I got very suspicious. What factory anywhere is worth over a billion?? The government contract, assuming it exists, should have been more than enough start-up seed. Also, once again, they're not helping the working poor. The minimum "investment" amount is 10k. That's a lot to many people. Make it public, so ANYONE could but ANY amount. I can buy any amount of McDonald's or Krispy Kreme right now. No broker's fees, either. .Also, don't put all your eggs in one basket. If they fail, your money is GONE forever, if you put it in one place. Safe and diverse. Tax-free IRAs and such first. If someone is PUSHING IT, RUN. That includes very dicey sh*t like bitcoin. Follow rich, old people. They didn't get to be rich and old by being stupid. Never bet more than you can afford to lose. Stock markets are still a risk, as walking down the street is. Make sure you have an emergency fund. At least 6 months of living expenses and some for emergencies.

I hope Elon Musk is the investor. He would be an asset (no pun intended) because of his brilliant and innovative mind. I like Boxabl best, with the ability to make it larger. It does seem that codes, restrictions need to be reviewed state by state, unless you own a big chunk of land. Unfortunately, I'm too old, 80, doubt if I would live long enough for it to be built. Its a fantastic idea. Good luck Boxabl

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 This is NOT the seed round. The seed round was in 2020 on WeFunder (42 million valuation), the 2nd round was in 2021 on StartEngine (around $250 million valuation)... They just sent out the 100th of 156 orders for the DOD contract...

bad investment then

@@JoseAntonio-bv9vs says the genius with no investments.

Similar concerns, here. It's been a while since I looked, but it seemed like boxabl was a fair choice for the materials: steel, magnesium drywall, etc. Though it seems that in Europe they've had some trouble with mag board being prone to mold. Still, if it was a safe enough option to begin with, sensitivity wise, I'd be willing to change that out more frequently, if needed.

Boxabl did an interview on the Exposing Mold podcast that you'll want to watch.

@@JoelChristophel are you saying boxabls are sensitive to mold outbreaks?

@@mfnenke8160 No, I was saying to watch an episode

@@JoelChristophel or, you could just tell us what the verdict on the mold is with Boxabl. Problem or no?

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video

YES. I'd buy, if I could rent one for say a week or so.

Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying the videos 😃

I think they would be like “a fart in the wind.”

Same here!

How expensive exactly ARE houses in U.S?!! 50 THOUSAND FOR A BOX HOUSE THAT CAN BE MADE FROM SCRATCH FOR LESS THAN 10 GRAND!? You'd have to be a complete idiot to spend your money on that. I'm from Europe, Croatia and our 330m2 (3875sq.ft.), 3 story house, a house that was made out of PURE, reinforced stone concrete and cost us only about 75,000 EUR back in 2008! We're talking about a 3 story house and 120m2(1291sq.ft.) per floor, with having the following ON EVERY FLOOR: A separate bathroom/toilet, 2 bedrooms with walk in closets, kitchen, dining room, living room, storage room and a huge ass balcony on 3 sides of the house, with each floor having a balcony on a different side - which by the way, wasn't accounted for in those 330m2 aka. 3875sq.ft.! The house with the balconies, as on papers, is exactly 405m2 aka. 4359sq.ft., with every balcony being 25m2 or 269sq.ft.! ALL THAT FOR approx. 75,000 EUR! And now you're telling me that this tiny piece of crap dog kennel that was made out of recycled and garbage materials, is somehow, in some way worth FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS!? Are you joking?!

@@nogerboher5266 lol it's america bud. Robbers live here 🤣 I can't even get a dental cleaning without paying out of pocket

@@thepalereaper7331 That's crazy!

@@nogerboher5266 it's not crazy it's america 🤣🤣🤣 eggs cost more than the federal minimum wage atm

In time, I believe the tiny home builders will be in all states once they grow !

@@jackhoward7932 The challenge will always be the cost. Smaller doesn't mean much cheaper because every home, even a tiny home, needs electricity and plumbing. Those two items are the most expensive part in any building project. Just reducing size only saves you on material and labor costs. Decades ago, a mobile home salesman explained to me why a triple-wide wasn't much more expensive than a double-wide and that is exactly what he said.

Agree 100%

Exactly!!!

And it needs to be done yesterday or expect even more homelessness.

@@pkc3168 absolutely, but too many people are more concerned about themselves and their property value to allow it.

@@Madhava1977 All the more reason to do it. The greed of the rich is palpable

You bet 👊🏻

I wonder if we can slap a deck on there and technically reach the minimum sqft requirement

There is more zoning recently for secondary homes on a property. They have to be a certain percentage of the main house or less, and be placed at a specific distance. But a lot of these homes are not legal as a main house.

Keep people dependant and jack up prices

Me and my friend have the same dream❤🙏🏾

Thanks for giving me this fabulous idea

Wdym their probably able to unfold multiple houses at once why do you think they wouldn’t hire more people to meet the demand

Some companies are making that a possibility but I haven’t seen anything from Nestron that connects yet. Thanks for watching

@@KerryTarnow Thank you for your great video, Kerry. You didn't detail that Boxabl, while focusing on a single-module floorplan/model, their Casita, is totally going to go there once they feel perfected and mastered enough in their factory assembly-line methods (they have already produced hundreds of units)? Assembly line is the money-saving method no one's made such a huge product that can ship on a normal-size semitrailer. They will be able to produce customized homes and office spaces at assembly-line speed and savings, scalable to any typical residential size.

Thank you! Will do

Oh man those would be cool and probably sell like hot cakes!

Good Question !, This is why these tiny home builders should start building tiny home developments with different size lots to buy, in all states ! There is a great need for them !

I'd check their company website

It would be the same as putting RV hookups on a house

@@jameskarrie298 Actually I want to know if it comes with something like RV hookups.

Glad to hear it!

The Boxabl has high density foam insulation which makes it significantly more efficient to heat/cool than an average home. It is also constructed w 6 I-beams that make it nearly indestructible in the event of a natural disaster. Furthermore, they can be customized & used like legos, so you can stack them up to 6 high & if u stack 2 high and twist the top one 90° and it automatically becomes a carport or covered patio and also have a roof top patio on the top of the bottom "box" they really aren't limited by zoning issues if you configure them in that way. The only real limit is your imagination. Be well.

@@weareallstardust1859 Configuration has nothing to do with it. The discrepancy has to do with it's classification for real estate and zoning guidelines. Some areas are not zoned for 'tiny homes'. Other areas will not necessarily allow someone to just plop down an additional structure on your property at will. If local ordinances do not allow anything (other than) a 'traditional' structure you, run the risk of being out of compliance and deemed as going against defined guidelines.

@@manuellubian5709 Once you configure multiple units into one freestanding home, they cease to be "tiny homes" by definition. You must have a traditional foundation, you can't just "plop" them down wherever. Therefore, non-compliance is non-issue. Plus since Boxabl finances their product, there's no need to involve the banksters in your purchase.

They are stackable.

you can clad the outside to your liking as well

@@Larry-208 stackable is a huge plus.

@@princessadora I like very contemporary buildings and I don’t think I’ve seen one like that with boxable. But stacking is a huge plus!

Thank you!

I use a realtor.

Probably won’t happen. In Seattle I can’t find a realtor that cares to help.

@@KerryTarnow I think these companies should start thinking about purchasing parks already set up for these homes that's an area people should consider investing in! Buying land and then having these being able to set up for rental price. If anyone's interested let me know I would like to invest in it.

Mobile homes have been appreciating a lot in my area

@@KerryTarnow not here in South Louisiana, too humid and lots of tropical storms and hurricanes. You have to abandon your home for any storms because they aren't very good at survival

@@KerryTarnow we were in Ida eyewall for over 8 hrs it was awful

They are literally a fart in the wind…so investment turns into a fart. True story…

haha fair observation.

Agreed, I think more companies will develop for smaller homes

The land issue is huge. It’ll be cool if you can just drop it anywhere. You’d have to seriously scope out your spot way beforehand. Guaranteed you will be in violation of something if you just decided to drop it down in a cool spot.

I'd bet several developers already purchased the land.

Thanks for watching 😃

Wow thats a great deal!

Where ? Please send me info

@@soniahunt7913 Google

8 x16 is like a jail cell. I find I don't do well when buildings are narrow. I end up tripping over dogs constantly.

For boxabl you can technically hook up solar instead of city electric if you want and you can pump water from a tank or well instead of hooking up to city water.

@@shenkichin6295 Still need a place for your poop. Can do septic, but that is also not trivial either in cost.

Incredible Tiny Homes. Look them up. Great company.

Can they be modded? I mean, let's use a DeLorean as an example. Sh*t car, ask any mechanic. But if you have space, you could put in a GOOD motor and so on...

A usual stix and brix home is a fragile thing.

Ok, let's see someone living in one or a working model.

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 Call the Department of Defense who has taken delivery of around 70/156 of their initial order…

Hey Jackie

crucial questions I would love to know the answers to

You betcha! Thanks for watching

The lot seems to be forgotten about in the majority of tiny house videos unfortunately. These seem like a good value until I think about how the lots in my area all sell for $100,000+ and you still have that added utility cost. I can buy a 1-2 bedroom condo with more than double the sq ft for the same final price and with better financing options.

@@renee3461 Honey, you don't own ANY land, you know that, right? Plus, big downside, you get to argue continually about maintenance. Goody. See Champlain towers.

Oh interesting 🤔

Wow didnt realize it was $18k at one point. Thanks for sharing

Wow proof that money inflation will effect these soon as well, by 2025 these mfs are going be 100k

Thank you! No I’m not sure about salt spray 🧐

They have more plans on their website

Glad you like them!