“Create Happy Memories”: Checkers Employee Inspires Mzansi With R650,000 Home Purchase

“Create Happy Memories”: Checkers Employee Inspires Mzansi With R650,000 Home Purchase

  • A Checkers employee shared his profound excitement online after successfully purchasing his first home, valued at R650,000
  • The inspiring video was shared on TikTok, attracting massive views and an outpouring of congratulations from the online community
  • Social media users celebrated his hard work and commitment, praising his financial choice to buy property over a car
The man posted the house listing on Private Property and thanked the Lord for turning his dream a reality
A hardworking man celebrated buying a house worth R650,000. Image: @thug1691
Source: TikTok

A Checkers employee became a viral source of inspiration on social media after the rewarding achievement of becoming a homeowner.

The heartfelt video, shared on TikTok by @thug1691, garnered massive views, likes, and comments from social media users who responded with a wave of support and admiration for his hard work.

The man, TikTok user @thug1691, started his video by displaying a picture of a Private Property listing for the house, which was valued at R650,000. The image was proudly captioned, “New homeowner, thank you, Lord,” instantly setting a tone of deep gratitude and personal triumph. The video then provided viewers with a clear look at the property, showcasing the exterior from outside the yard and the spacious interior.

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The Checker employee shows off his new home

The most heartwarming part of the clip was the celebration. The video then transitioned to a heartwarming moment, where @thug1691, still in his work uniform, was holding his daughter as they prepared to cut a heart-shaped cake. This tender moment emphasised that the home was not just a personal achievement but a victory for his family, celebrated with simplicity and love. His choice to wear his uniform in the celebration highlighted his pride in the hard work that made the purchase possible.

Others said buying a house was a better option than buying a car
Social media users celebrated the achievement and wished him beautiful memories in his new home. Image: Raul_Mellado
Source: Getty Images

SA congratulated the property owner

Social media users flooded the comment section, inspired and celebrating the man’s property purchase. Many users poured in with congratulations, wishing the man happiness in his home and commending him for his dedication. Some noted how big an achievement buying a house was, saying that his story was a powerful inspiration for those still working towards property ownership. Others compared buying a house versus buying a car, with many affirming that they had made an excellent choice to invest in property.

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User @KingTerrah said

"Njabs Man, Congratulations, my bro."

User @Theamisskk added:

"Congratulations 🎊 👏🏾, sir. May God bless you and keep you happy in your home! Massive achievement 👏🏾 👌🏾 🙌🏾."

User @Missy commented:

"Happy for you, stranger. Keep winning 🥰🔥."

User @Xolisani Ngcongo added:

"Ngiyakubongala nkabi yam uqubeke uphumelele njalo Tabete mfwethu (I'm happy for you, brother, may you continue to prosper, always)."

User @Mashoba.Omuhle shared:

"Ah, thug mfethu am so happy for you♥️."

User @Normakheiphu Sbiya said:

"A very big achievement than buying a car💯."

User @Bridgett Mdaki commented:

"Congratulations, mfethu. Love, peace and happiness only in those dwellings. Create happy memories 🙏🥰."

Watch the TikTok video below:

3 Briefly News articles about home purchases

  • A Cape Town couple bought the ugliest house in an area in Cape Town, willing and ready to put in the work to turn it into a warm and inviting home.
  • A local couple showed off their new home, a massive four-bedroom house with two garages, an entertainment area, a large kitchen and enough space to install a swimming pool.
  • A 28-year-old woman bought land and built her mom a gorgeous home in a posh suburb, leaving her in tears, saying she restored her dignity.

Source: Briefly News

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Bongiwe Mati (Human Interest Editor) Bongiwe Mati is a Human Interest reporter who joined Briefly News in August 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Her journalism journey began in 2005 at the university newspaper. She later transitioned to marketing and sales at Leadership Magazine under Cape Media (2007-2009). In 2023, she joined BONA magazine as an Editorial Assistant, contributing to digital and print platforms across current news, entertainment, and human interest categories. Bongiwe can be reached at bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za