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Kev and his family goes through all of that and he still finds a way to come on here and make us laugh. Your gift as a comedian is truly a blessing from God and I hope He blesses you even more for what you do.

Wow. The same thing happened to my husband and I. We bought a new construction home put down our earnest money and 2 weeks later they called us stating they sold our home. We were crushed because that was the last home in this subdivision. Well God made a way. A couple who was supposed to buy a home that I fell in love with first but we couldn't afford they backed out. The builder called us and let us buy the home for the same price as the home we placed earnest money. The home the Lord gave us was $30,000 more than what we afford. I know God is going to make a way for you and your family 🙏

Something similar happened to my husband and I. After 5 years of paying off debt, a year looking for a house and finally finding one that I loved, my husband was like, no. This don't feel right. The NEXT DAY, the company that my husband works for that paid us more money that we know what to do with, announced that they were laying off 90% of of its work force. Y'all... Lenders were like... Nope! But I'm sitting in my house right now. My husband started working at his new job the same day he signed the severance package for his old one. Because of his pay cut we qualified for two grants. One for the closing costs and one for the down payment. From day one we had equity in our home. I don't know how God is gonna do it for y'all, but I'm sure he will. Can't wait for the video on how he does. 💚💚💚💙💙💙💜💜💜

As a college senior living wit my mama 👉🏿👈🏿 I appreciate all the economics terms and loan talk!

Kev u did a great job on not overtalking.

I'm a Realtor. Thank you Melissa and Kev for sharing your experience. It will help more people then you know. By sharing your experience it also showed that just because we believe in Jesus Christ things don't always work out the way we want or planned. But God will work all things out to our good in the end!!

That Blue Chew transition was smoooooth lol

Rejection is hard but Protection from God is real !!! He has something for you special he hasn’t failed y’all yet and never will . You guys entire story has been one win after another !!

I am currently a freelance costume designer and I am looking to buy a home in the next year or two. This video has shed so much light on the process. Thank you for being so transparent. It is so appreciated.

The transparency in this video. Jesus! This is the best show. Where’s my popcorn? Back to watching.

This is a great love hour. You two shared private information that WILL help your viewers. It’s nice to y’all sitting and talking. It shows that y’all are regular people who are married and just sharing life with us. Thank you!!!

“IM HERE TO TALK OVER YOU!” Melissa is ME, I AM MELISSA 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

I think Kev was so hurt by a too small house because, as a man, it speaks to him needing to feel like a good provider. I love how deep y’all are and your relationship ❤️❤️

I love how you guys are so transparent. I'm not even in a relationship, but you guys have taught me so much about relationship goals and how to go about them now. Thank you for all you two do.

THIS IS GOD’s BLESSING & IT’S NOT EVEN IN DISGUISE. The housing market is about to crash & it will probably be worse than 2008. God closed that door so you guys can purchase the same dream house, or a better one, AT A MUCH BETTER PRICE POINT. Good luck & stay encouraged.

It sounded like the selling agent didn’t want to sell to you for reasons we may all know of.

I'm so sorry you guys lost your house but I'm super grateful you shared the total story because I am self-employed as well, dance, piano, tumbling instructor/choreographer, and was thinking COVID will open up the possibility for me to finally buy a house for myself and my daughter. After hearing about the loan process and the loans disappearing, I need to rethink my strategy. Preparation is everything. There is a house for you guys out there that will be perfect for you and the kids. It's coming.

You suffered a serious loss. You have both the right and need to grieve. Moving is a huge amount of stress and change, even when everything goes right. This is on the scale of canceling a wedding--you set your mind to permanently alter the course of your life and now that has fallen through. It makes sense to compartmentalize as far as needing to figure out where to live next, but definitely work through your loss. Out of sight is NOT out of mind, as we all know too well. There is always someone whose situation is worse than yours, but that doesn't invalidate your pain. Walking wounded is still wounded.

21:07 “I spoke to the logic of the situation” hit me right in the soul ✊🏾

Melissa, You’re a good woman! To think of how you can impact your family and make responsible choices denotes a high level of self awareness. Respect from a married woman in Texas who just had a home built. Peace to you, El

Kev was low-key about to cry at the 48 minute mark. You guys will have a house better than you guys will have ever imagined.

Bought a cheap little beat up house..payed off in the next 5 years. Done. I ain't trying to get caught up in that 20 /30 year note Suburban mess. Stay up fam

Kev not murdered 😆😆 the story about the raspberry tub 🛁 and animal printed tile took me out 😂😂😂

The real estate world is very crucial for african americans in general, Red lining is very real & it's clear that the lady who was rude to you guys didn't have your best interest at heart from the beginning sending you through all those turmoils about what each transaction meant. I hate that we live in a society where African americans are treated this way when it comes to the business world or anything else in that matter. I just hope you guys are aware of this issue & know that rejection is always waiting for us in things like this. They don't want us buying homes & it's very sad & ignorant.

I’ve been in the mortgage industry for 15yrs. You guys were very spot on in your explanations. I’m sorry for your loss, but I know that this is a set up for something greater.

Kevin & Melissa, have you all considered moving from the state. We moved from Southern California to Boise, Idaho 22 years ago. A lot of actors and actresses have moved from there to here. It’s a one hour plane ride to Cali. The house prices here are mid $300’s for a brand new home with back yards and a ton of space. Even the older homes are a lot better than Cali homes. Also the schools are a lot smaller especially the charters here. Much grace to you guys💞

Melissa & Kevin.... I just want you guys to know how much I truly appreciate y'all ! Seriously, the transparency of the OnStsges' content is so refreshing. I wish you the best in ALL your endeavours! Thank you for dreaming BIG and sharing the real speed bumps along the way... 💕💞💕

Despite the heartbreak, it sounds like it was a blessing in disguise. God know what he doing! 😎

Kev has turned into Teddy Riley Jr, not having stuff ready 😂😭 Oh & Liz you been serving hunty during this coronacation! I love it 💕

I felt that when Melissa said you can't buy things with a house, you need cash for food ect. But y'all did a good job of showing how complicated it can be to buy a house and how renting is sometimes the better option. Especially if you're able to get something reasonable that allows you to save up your cash for something bigger and better. The silver lining is, without putting down roots in LA, it allows you to be more open to other possibilities that you might not even know about yet.

"I don't have it" means I don't have it to giveaway.

Grief comes in many forms. Its okay to grieve the loss of your dream house--even during this major crisis. Best wishes to you on your future endeavors.

“We laughing we smashing” blue chew💙

Truly happy that y’all found a nice place-holder home to ride out the storm. Please don’t feel the need to lessen your joy or downplay your grief for enduring a big and sudden loss. You’re entitled to both and you’re not responsible for the grief and loss of others. Plus, we all need something to be happy about right now. Your win, however small, gives hope to others.

My boyfriend and I were almost in your exact situation. We too selected a “quick move in” home as well and we basically lost the house twice in 45 days. We wound up closing on 2/28 RIGHT before COVID-19 really hit. Mind you...this was out 3rd closing date. Another week and we’d still be in our apartments. I feel you on the multiple visits with the tape measure and buying furniture lol! My Amazon wish list was lit 😂. I shed many tears but by Gods grace, it worked out. And it’s working out for y’all too. God is gonna give you what you lost TEN FOLD!!! Love you guys!!!! ✊🏾🥰

Kev, I wanted to tell you this 5 months ago. I hope you read this message. Move to the Inland Empire. 40 minutes from LA. You will be right near the Ontario airport. You can get a super large home that is next generation. Meaning you can have your studio connected to your house. Live near Nia Long, look up Haven Estates in Rancho Cucamonga. Great schools.

God had bigger plans for y’all.

The tile story😂😂 The owner literally should have thrown in the tile😂

First I want to say I empathize with you guys over this process; working towards something that was guaranteed and to have it snatched out of nowhere is extremely mind/ emotional boggling; second Do you guys have a video on how to manage my days? You guys get so much done in a weeks span and I would love to learn from you 🙏🏾

I love mortgage Home conversations!!! I was able to close March 25th thank the lord with no hiccups but I had a fha Loan

Melissa good grief- let him talk! 🤣

Long hair Melissa is fab! Short hair Melissa is fire too

"She thinks we have $11." The price of Megscoop's Townhouse LMAOOOOOOO!!!!!!

Bruh. Kev’s impression of the guy with the animal print floors was hilarious!!! 😂😂😂

As a self-employed single parent I appreciate you both for shedding light on the home buying process. I think I'll take a page from your book and chill until things smooth over. When that buyer's market hits I'll be ready! Thank you both for sharing and for being so transparent about your experience. 💫💫💫

I always look forward to these "TheLoveHour" episodes!

“The reason I didn’t show my other house, is cause it was NOT dope.” Lol 😂 😂😂😂

I'm so glad y'all found somewhere to live. I also appreciate the details, we bought our first house last year. I was holding my breath at certain points of this story. What fiscally responsible decisions you've made.

Let me tell you where God is in this story. He made sure you didn't get into a financial situation that you would regret for the next couple of years. Sometimes sad times are really blessings. We don't know how long this thing is gonna go on. And think about this. In the next year or two, you may be able to pick up a house for half of what you would pay today if the ramifications of this virus continue. He's STILL good!

This episode was extremely helpful in so many ways. You guys taking us through your journey in a real way helped. #SoHappyForYouBoth #Blessings

Melissa had a full blown tantrum🤣🤣🤣 Melissa:No I want that house Kev: that house is no longer available Melissa: No I want that house. Girl I understand 🤣🤣🤣

I’m only 10 minutes in and I’m loving this information! I’m looking into buying a home and this information is helpful! Love y’all

Holy smokes. I got a headache from just listening to the story. How stressful. My take-aways from this: 1. Always have more than enough savings 2. Trust your spouse when they say "anything can happen" 3. This may work out in your favour should home prices fall over the next year (They already are in some parts of the world)

We need more personal episodes like this pls! Just like the good old days of just you two telling us about your lives. I learnt sooooo much from this episode, kept pausing and telling my husband, omg did you know houses cost this much in LA? Omg, corona stopped Kev and Mel from buying their dream house ! Omg, did you know being self employed was this difficult financially? Hubby got tired and walked out 😂😂

Thank you for the info re: obstacles you encountered as “self employed” and receiving payments through PayPal, Eventbrite, etc. I’m in a similar predicament and want to buy another house in the next couple of years, so it helps me manage my expectations.

StageKrew: reads title and immediately becomes upset 😠☹️

When Kevin was talking about the animal tile, chile I was dying laughing! 😂😂😂 I, too, am trying to buy a house now as well and this video is very informative and encouraging. Thank you guys for posting this content because I've found myself getting discouraged during this process. But after seeing your video, it reminds me that I'm not the only one who's gone through this and not to give up or get discouraged. Home buying is an emotional rollercoaster! But y'all will get your dream home soon! Keep pushing!

I know the feeling and it sucks but Gods timing is perfect !!!

The story about the animal tile house has me rolling! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

This was so real and very informative. Thank you for sharing, I've never lived in a house and never even thought abt the process. This totally opened my eyes of the real estate industry.

Great info! I use to be a loan officer WAAAAAYYY back in the early 2000’s when you didn’t need NO KIND of qualifications to be a loan officer OR to get a mortgage loan. The money was good but whole industry was trash! SMH 😂😂😂

"$11.00" That's me!!!!!!!😂😂😂

This was one of the best love hour episodes ever. So many teachable moments. Thank you guys for using your very hard moment ti teach us. My prayer is that you guys will be able to own a better home than you guys could have ever imagined when this is all said and done.

Melissa and I are the same!! My husband is convinced that we are broke. I just like to live well below our means.

When he said "girl!" I fell out XD

Melissa interrupting Kev is hilarious 😭 My my my how the turntables. 😂

Y'all videos been speaking to me lately. I really enjoy your content.

1:08:30 Y'all gone head and brag! Ya'll worked hard. This Pandemic don't stop Gods blessings. We're still happy for ya'll! We appreciate the mindfulness though Liss.

Come thru long hair with a bang!! I am here for it Mrs OnStage:)

If the term, “God Got You” was a couple

Every time Melissa moved I was scared the computer was gonna fall lmaooo😭

I’m over here doing the math. Y’all have bread bread 😂😂😭😭

So interesting about the Grieving process... we all have the right to feel our feelings (no matter what level it is), even though it's hard to express it in these times!!

Seeing y’all together just shows me not to settle for less. Y’all are setting a great example for black families

Kev... That was flawless 😲 I wasn't sure that was an ad until you started talking about shipping 😂

In my Twinkie Clark voice... "Accept...what God allows..." 😁

Kevin getting frustrated at Melissa cutting him off reminds me so much of me cutting off my boo 😂😂😂😂

And yes you were grieving and that's totally ok.

You all are a ways away from being Auntie & Uncle. I look at you both as the older cousins who stay booked and busy but make sure to come to all the holiday functions just to catch up with everyone and to learn the new dances

Listen, I am a healthcare provider right in the midst of COVID-19 and I am here to say that this is 100% a grieving process for you and it is not insensitive to be sad over this. This is affecting literally all aspects of life for almost everyone. Prayers for us all.

“I’m here to talk over you” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I’m the same way like whatever I’m not done

“For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.” -2 Corinthians‬ ‭1: 20‬ ‭KJV‬‬

I love the transparency...the paperwork for purchasing a home is tedious..after I purchased my 1st home I have vowed I will not do this again until I know I'm " ready ready" to purchase again. Those "explanation" letters tape danced on my last nerve as well 🤣🤣🤣

My husband and I just went thru this same thing last year! Listen.... I did not realize buying the American dream was so stressful, by the time we went in several circles I was like keep your dream and we ended up renting a home that had everything we wanted in a very very nice neighborhood! The other thing I realize the home buying process is prejudice!!!!! Just listening to y’all I felt yah all the way but my stress came back thinking about what we went thru... the situation is still raw hahaha! Your new home I very beautiful! Enjoy! We were also told the industry would not fall for at least 5 years, well fast forward to today and we are on the break of a huge industry fall so they will be begging for buyers soon!

God saw this and got y’all out! Praise him! I know it didn’t feel good, but when God be for you, who can be against you! Rejoice, he’s not forgotten about you and something MUCH better is coming and will be everything you want and more!

I’m so glad I stuck to my guns and purchased a condo at the lower end of my budget. I was approved for a lot more and it would have been nice to get a second bedroom, but I’m in banking. I’m afraid I won’t have a job this time next year. So sorry all this happened to you guys. 😥

I really enjoyed this episode. This was so relevant. I appreciate y’all’s transparency

Wow, this was extremely vulnerable topic to share. Thank both of you for always being open and willing to share your lives with us!!

Yooo whenever Kev goes into those sponsorships Ads be sooo seamless lol love it

Great great great episode. I know this sounds cliche. But, I'm sure you'll look back and say, I'm glad we didn't get that house.

Sounds like Melissa gave her the Pretty Woman treatment... 😂😂😂... I gots the money hunna

Something is bigger and better coming 💞 remember racism gate ? Now you’re in this other office 💗 something big is definitely on the way . Love you guys

Just what I needed on this rainy Thursday in Atlanta can’t wait to watch it again hey boos hey

Awwww🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️. Praying for grace and favor.

When it comes to money... I’m just like melissa. “Ion got it!”

After all is said and done. I think this was the best decision to rent a little longer, since we don’t know the status of COVID 19 and how long it will last.

Omg anyone who has ever bought a house knows this struggle!!

Omg I wanna cry for y’all! My feelings hurt like it was me lol I’m 29, single, & currently looking into purchasing a home when I turn 30. So this has giving me a lot of insight into the process. Thanks for sharing your story!

I love yall I do but more than anything I love how yall move into your sponsors. EVERY TIME I never see them coming, that's an art.

I’m so thankful for you guys and how things have turned around even with you guys not getting your dream home. I love that you guys are being so sensitive to people that may be affected by covid-19 HOWEVER 👀 FLEX on us please😂😂 y’all earned it and have been a blessing to all of us by just bringing us joy.