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See Episode GuideA Young Couple's Hands-On Renovation Still Blows The Budget
Rachael and Ryan are ready to start a family so they need to get out of their cramped 900-square-foot rental and into their first home. They both want to stay near the Santa Monica, CA, coastline but the area's expensive real estate market is making finding an affordable place a real challenge. To lower costs, Ryan is willing to tackle a true fixer-upper and handle renovations himself but the idea of taking on so much work as first-time homeowners makes Rachael a little nervous. Adding to their home-search difficulties is their opposing criteria -- he'd like to find a home with a rental unit for extra income while she prefers a single-family home. With contrasting wish lists, their real estate broker Toni Patillo has quite the task in finding them a home that fits all their needs, but as renovation begins, they may discover they've taken on more than they can handle. Even with help from designer Bridgid Coulter and contractor Boaz Siton, they'll run into problem after problem. But after all the termite issues, sewer line problems and structural issues come to an end, Rachael and Ryan will wind up with the spacious kitchen and relaxing master suite of their dreams.
A Young Family Moves from Australia to Boston to Buy and Renovate Their First Home.
Chris, Erin, and their baby Sebastian have been living in Chris's native Australia. But Australia's high cost of living and wanting to be closer to Erin's parents has prompted them to move back to her hometown of Milton, MA. They've been living with her family as they search for a place of their own. Erin is clear that she doesn't want a Cape Cod home, which she feels is all too common in New England. She'd prefer a contemporary split-level; Chris loves all things modern, paired with rustic elements like exposed beams. Of utmost importance is finding an in-law suite for Chris's parents, who visit for months at a time from Australia. They have a max budget of $600,000 which includes buying furniture and any renovations the place might need. Once they agree on a home, renovations begin straightaway, since Chris's parents are coming to visit in only 9 weeks. With a tight turnaround and rising costs, Chris & Erin struggle to finish extensive kitchen and basement updates in time for their guests.
An LA Househunter Searches for an Architecturally Unique Home to Share with His Roommate
Tony and his roommate Will have been scouring Los Angeles for an architecturally unique home that they can call their own. Adding to the challenge for their friend and real estate agent Jack Gladden is that they also want three bedrooms, a pool and room to renovate so they can add their own distinct style. After seeing some very out-of-the-ordinary homes, they'll finally agree on one and dive into a renovation like no other. Their designer and contractor Yvonne Landivar will help them through everything from mold issues to structural challenges to a ballooning budget. In the end, these two roommates will create an awe-inspiring space that truly is a one-of-a kind home.
Country vs. City in Austin
Hannah, Todd and their son Cooper are searching Austin, TX, for a large family home that they can buy and renovate in time for their annual holiday party. But while she's a city girl, he's a country boy at heart so they need to find a place that suits them both and also has lots of land, a nice master suite, space for entertaining, a farmhouse feel for him and a midcentury vibe for her. With perseverance their real estate agent Patty Jewell will manage to find the perfect blend and renovations soon begin. With their holiday party fast approaching, they'll need to update their kitchen, create a new master suite and even add a pond.
Out of Their Comfort Zone in Chicago
Chicago couple Cathryn and Jeff feel cramped in their small loft so they're searching for a home in the suburbs. He wants a Spanish-style home and she prefers a midcentury modern but they both would like a big yard for their two dogs to run around. After finding the right home, they must tackle an entire house's worth of work, including gutting the kitchen and updating the master bathroom. When they run into a Chicago cold snap and find a budget-busting structural issue, can they push through to finish their major renovation?
Three Agents, One Renovation
Real estate agent Daniel, his wife Julia and their young son Leonardo want to be closer to family so he's searching the listings for homes in Burbank, CA. Daniel would like to find a ranch on a cul-de-sac while Julia prefers a traditional home with a picket fence. Daniel finds homes that are more his taste than hers, so Julia recruits both of his brothers, who are also real estate agents, to help tip the scale in her direction. When they get the keys to their new home, Daniel and Julia take on projects throughout the house including a massive kitchen remodel and they realize they'll have to make some compromises to get their dream home.
Reno From Floor to Ceiling
Newlyweds Alan and Lucy recently relocated from Minnesota to Chicago. They enjoy all the restaurants and activities that the big city has to offer but they aren't as thrilled about living in a small 280-square-foot apartment. They'd like to buy a spacious three-bedroom home in the suburbs of Chicago. Alan has his heart set on a Victorian-style home with rustic charm on the interior. Lucy would prefer a Cape Cod house that has an updated traditional vibe. While they may not agree on style, they both want the home to have a big yard, a nice entrance for guests to place their shoes and a spacious kitchen to cook and entertain. Lucy would also like one room in the house to be a designated tearoom since her family loves tea.
The Never-Ending Renovation
Chicago newlyweds Lindsay and Tyler are searching for a home in the city where they can start a family together. While she wants a Victorian with vintage charm and an open floor plan, he'd rather have a bungalow with more separated rooms. Finding a place that suits them both that's also close to transportation and in their budget will be no easy task for agent Todd Szwajkowski. Eventually they'll find a place they think has great potential, though it may turn out to be a potential for disaster. They'll face plumbing issues, structural issues and budget issues, all before they finish demo. As problem after problem piles up, designer Susan Klimala and contractor Allyson Case will try to drag this project toward the finish line. In the end, even being wildly over budget won't stop them from loving their completely transformed new home.
Gutting a House and Wallet
Now that Lars and Katherine have a young son, they'd like to trade their cramped Los Angeles rental for a more spacious family home. They'd like a three-bedroom house with a big kitchen and backyard but they both know that in the pricey Los Angeles market they'll have to be ready to put in some sweat equity. Once they find the right home, major renovations begin in the kitchen and the bedrooms but a costly wall removal bid stops them in their renovation tracks. While they face rising costs and unexpected issues along the way, in the end Lars and Katherine wind up with a stunning new home that is everything they wanted and more.
Newly Engaged Couple Plans a Renovation and a Wedding at the Same Time
Ready for their new life together, newly engaged couple Jordan and Emily have decided to leave their hip downtown city loft in favor for a more suburban Los Angeles home and they want it done before their upcoming wedding. But with a modest budget in an expensive market, they know they will have to do some renovations and with houses selling quickly they will have to act fast. Eager to do get his hands dirty and with reno help from his older brothers, Jordan trusts that he can put his stamp on home that needs some TLC while Emily is a bit more hesitant in tackling big projects. And while she wants a space with great vintage character, he is prone to much more contemporary ideas and clean lines.
Hot Mess Overhaul in Chicago
Jen and Nick live in a crowded condo in Chicago with their two young children. Desperately needing more space but facing high home prices in the city, they've secured a mortgage-renovation loan where the costs of renovation are added into the mortgage. They're looking for a "hot mess" fixer and helping them find a good bargain is real estate agent Annie Bauer. Because the homes they're looking at haven't been touched in decades, it won't be easy to see past all the flaws and zero in on what has the right potential.
Giving Kitchen Renovation Their Best Shot
A family is quickly outgrowing their apartment and complicate their first-time home buying experience by renovating their new kitchen. They hope the renovation results in a home interior that fits both his eclectic taste and her desire for simple style, so they're enlisting the help of a local real estate agent, a designer and a contractor to help them. Will their time, money and effort be worth it in the end?
So Long Mom, Hello DIY
A couple with construction experience rolls up their sleeves and takes on their first home renovation. As they battle their way through the renovation gauntlet, alarming mold and structural issues threaten to take a big bite out of their budget.
Flipping Over Renovations
A Massachusetts couple is juggling a new baby and a big renovation of their starter home. They flip their layout to get more space and their dream kitchen, but the project faces potential obstacles in the form of mold and supply delays.
Bigger Family, Bigger Kitchen
A growing family is ready to buy a bigger home in Glendora, CA. They can't decide between traditional and modern but they both agree the new home must have an open-concept chef's kitchen, a large yard and a symmetrical design overall. Having very different wish lists results in their agent finding them a home in need of major renovations and the couple has to face problematic walls and floors as well as a new bathroom layout. Will their compromises result in them having the home of their dreams?
New City, New Renovation
After years of moving around the country for work, a couple is ready to put down roots in Nashville, TN. They decide on a home and start renovations, but getting him to agree on a cabinet color turns into an uphill battle. Then, their new kitchen design may need to be reworked if they can't find a way to re-route the gas line for the stove.
A Budget To Burn
California newlyweds navigate a competitive real estate market with a $1.3 million budget to find their dream home. They tackle renovations throughout the house, but a dangerous electrical issue threatens to burn everything to the ground. After months of living through renovation, they must call her parents in as reinforcements to get everything done.
Couple's Kitchen Nightmare
A couple that's currently living with her parents in Studio City, CA, wants a home of their own, and fast. She thinks it would be easier to transform a traditional home, while he's dreamed of having a modern space packed with architectural details. After getting the keys to their new space, they realize they'll have to live through a renovation nightmare as structural issues, lead problems and a termite infestation affect their design plans and budget.
Couple's Kitchen Nightmare
A couple that's currently living with her parents in Studio City, CA, wants a home of their own, and fast. She thinks it would be easier to transform a traditional home, while he's dreamed of having a modern space packed with architectural details. After getting the keys to their new space, they realize they'll have to live through a renovation nightmare as structural issues, lead problems and a termite infestation affect their design plans and budget.
A Mountain of Problems
A couple looks to buy their first home in an up-and-coming neighborhood in Denver, CO. After purchasing a house, they quickly realize they're in over their heads with the renovation when they face abatement issues, plumbing problems and issues with the floors.
A Mountain of Problems
A couple looks to buy their first home in an up-and-coming neighborhood in Denver, CO. After purchasing a house, they quickly realize they're in over their heads with the renovation when they face abatement issues, plumbing problems and issues with the floors.
A Mile High of Work in Denver
A Denver couple is eager to trade their current place for a larger home where they can raise their two young children. Once they settle on a house, they dive into the top-to-bottom renovation, tackling everything from asbestos issues to structural challenges.
Creating a Chef's Kitchen
After living in nine rentals in eight years, an Aurora, Colorado, couple searches for a home of their own with a fabulous kitchen and plenty of space for their daughter and pets. Once they choose a house and start a big kitchen overhaul, they find that building a master chef's kitchen turns out to be tougher than they thought. Unexpected flooring and electrical issues take a big bite out of their budget, but they power through all the ups and downs to finish their culinary masterpiece.
Trading Sales for Sweat Equity in TN
Newlywed real estate agents Cameron and Reid are ready to buy their first home together in Franklin, Tennessee. Reid has his heart set on an open floor plan and wants an updated traditional interior, whereas Cameron likes defined rooms and more whimsical decor. These professionals quickly find that selling a house and restoring one are very different ballgames. From financial setbacks to sagging floors and even some wrong deliveries, it will take a lot of patience and perseverance to make it to the finish line.
A Grand, Glam Gut Job
After building up their budget flipping one house after another, a Glendale, CA, couple is ready to put everything they've learned and saved into their own dream home. She loves Spanish and Mediterranean-style homes and is holding firm that whatever house they get will receive her custom lux touches. He, however, likes the clean lines of midcentury design and doesn't want any of the glam. Once they agree on a house, the renovations begin and immediately run into multiple structural issues. Upgrades in materials cause their budget to skyrocket and new projects are being added at every turn. If they can manage their expectations and stay the course, however, they'll get the dream home they've worked so hard for.
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