A man took impulse buying to a whole new level as he ended up purchasing a $26,000 flat-pack house from Amazon, showing that housing can be affordable...ish.
Getting yourself on the property ladder can often seem like an impossible task, especially for those born into a generation where income doesn't match housing prices.
Instead of saving to buy a house, the money goes straight into things like rent, bills, and food... and before anyone asks, having a Netflix subscription doesn't impact whether you can afford to buy a house or not.
But there might be a way for people to get a property for the price of a deposit... and it comes straight from Amazon.
Lifestyle content creator Jeffrey Bryant, 23, recently made waves on TikTok when he proudly announced: "B*tch, I just bought a house on Amazon."
With over 8.6 million viewers in disbelief, Bryant shared his excitement about the 16.5-by-20-foot prefab shelter he snagged for just over $26,000, funded by an inheritance from his late grandfather's estate.
Complete with a dedicated kitchenette, living room, bedroom, and bathroom featuring pre-installed amenities, these tiny homes have become a viral sensation on social media.
Nathan Graham, the 27-year-old influencer behind the kid-friendly gaming brand 'Unspeakable', kickstarted the trend with his $30,000 DIY dwelling, showcasing its simplicity in a TikTok clip that gained over 20.4 million views.
However, for some, this unconventional housing choice serves a greater purpose. Bryant, for instance, plans to transform his tiny house into an Airbnb for displaced people or those facing homelessness. "I saw this YouTuber unboxing his Amazon home, and I ran to the website to get one, too," he shared, per the New York Post.
"As a person of color and a Gen Z, I want to inspire others to make wise decisions with their money," Bryant declared. "People my age are told that we can't afford to purchase homes, but I'm proof that it is possible."
The tiny house movement has witnessed a surge in popularity since the onset of the pandemic. While some minimalists downsized to 500-square-foot tool sheds, others embraced the freedom of life on the road by converting large vehicles into dream homes.
Now, the trend of purchasing Amazon residences is gaining momentum, coinciding with a January 2024 survey revealing that a staggering 90% of millennial homeowners regret their initial home purchases, per the New York Post.
Real Estate Witch commissioned the poll, uncovering remorse ranging from high interest rates to choosing homes in less-than-ideal neighborhoods. For forward-thinking homeowners like Bryant, however, the emphasis is on location. He is working with an agent to find suitable land in California's Orange County, aiming to secure it for less than $40,000.
The main issue, as Bryant so clearly put it: "I don't know where I'm going to put it."
