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TikToker And Food Critic Keith Lee Explains Why He Has Survivor's Remorse After Purchasing His First Home — 'It’s Trauma. It’s Definitely Trauma'

Keith Lee experienced survivor’s remorse when he bought his first home in 2024. Lee, a former delivery driver and MMA fighter, is a well-known food reviewer who boasts 16.8 million followers on TikTok alone. His reviews have led businesses to become overnight successes within their communities. In fact, some have even expanded after gaining traction from his reviews. As previously reported by AFROTECH™ , Stricen Carter had been on the verge of closing down her New Orleans, LA-based NOLA Sips and Sweet Thangs, which sells a variety of flavored snowballs and treats, until Lee’s review. Since then, her business has not only stayed afloat but she has also opened a storefront in Houston, TX. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DESIGNER SNOBALLS ®️🍧🌈🍭✨ (@sweetthangsnola)   Beyond providing visibility, Lee has also demonstrated his commitment to supporting small businesses financially. As he revealed on the “Club Shay Shay” podcast, hosted by Shannon Sharpe, Lee invested $300,000...

Dec 16, 2024

Snoop Dogg Joins Kyrie Irving In Helping 93-Year-Old Woman Fight For Ownership Of Her Land By Donating $10K

Snoop Dogg is the next public figure stepping in to assist Josephine Wright in her fight for her home.

Jul 28, 2023

Tawan Davis' Steinbridge Group Snags Partnership With PNC Bank To Boost Homeownership For Middle-Class Working Families In Philadelphia

Steinbridge Group Founder and CEO Tawan Davis’ family roots have greatly influenced his passion for ensuring working families can become homeowners.

Jul 18, 2023

This Husband And Wife Bought A Home That Was A 'Lemon' And Decided To Launch A Real Estate Marketplace On The Blockchain

This married couple are turning a major homeownership loss into a win for others by launching their new flagship product, Kataba.

May 30, 2023

Realtor Wendy Wiltz Breaks Down Why Singles Should Pursue Homeownership

With Wendy Wiltz, communities are gaining confidence in homeownership.

Apr 26, 2023

This 28-Year-Old Went From Having Debt While Living In New York To Buying A $267K Home

Starting the process of purchasing a home can be scary for many first-time homeowners. As a self-described “frugal” person, the idea of buying a home was quite daunting for Daria A. Leon. However, the 28-year-old was ready to make that move.

Apr 20, 2023

Tyrese Gibson Recalls Learning The Value Of Equity After Selling A Home He Bought At Age 16

Tyrese Gibson purchased his first home when he was still in his teens, and it turned out to be a cash grab years later.

Mar 28, 2023

White Homeowner Gets $350K Appraisal While His Black Partner Gets $310K Appraisal For The Same Home

Unfortunately, we have yet another example of what it’s like to be a Black homeowner. According to MarketWatch, a test was conducted that shows a firsthand account of what the housing market looks like for Black people versus their white counterparts.

Oct 31, 2022

This Black Woman's Home Was Sold To A White Woman For Free Without Her Permission — 'It’s Almost Like A Death'

Tomeka Langford felt unseen, and rightfully so, as her home was swiftly taken away from her. Then, it was sold to a white woman for free. A writer who believed to be the homebuyer of what was Langford’s home detailed the story via The Guardian.

Oct 20, 2022

Byron Allen's Latest Real Estate Purchase Marked As The Most Ever Paid For A Home By A Black Buyer In The U.S.

Byron Allen has made history again, but this time, it’s outside the media industry.

Oct 12, 2022