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Paul & Terri
2012-08-29
Terri and Paul's sons were accepted to a prestigious school in a great district. But if their parents don't sell their current home and move in time, they'll lose their hard-won spots. Mom and dad are willing to relocate, but after three months on the market, their under-loved property threatens to derail their plans. Determined to maximize the home's value and encourage a sale in just two weeks, Jonathan tackles an ambitious makeover and uncovers some potentially lethal DIY along the way. For Drew, finding a perfect home that meets the couple's wish list is a tall order, but the real challenge is getting them to agree.
Janna & Michael
2012-09-19
With three kids and a hectic schedule, working parents Janna and Michael are desperate for more space. They've outgrown their starter home and urgently need a bigger house. But unless they revamp their cramped kitchen, chances are they'll be staying right where they are. Drew and Jonathan unveil a plan for the ultimate property swap, and although Janna is defensive about their feedback at first, the couple agrees to a strategic overhaul. Jonathan makes dramatic changes that make the house sparkle. Meanwhile, Drew finds a perfect suburban home that fits the bill, but is out of the couple's price range and preferred neighborhood.
Jeremy & LaShelle
2012-10-03
With two rambunctious kids under three, Jeremy and LaShelle have outgrown their starter home and are looking for a spacious suburban property. But unless they revamp their current home and sell it for top dollar, their dreams will remain well beyond their budget. Drew eventually convinces the reluctant couple to spend money in order to make money. But getting them to agree on the ideal home proves tricky and LaShelle threatens to fire him twice. Meanwhile, Jonathan focuses on the renovations and tries to keep everyone on track. The couple finally falls for a pricey move-in ready property, but when it's time to make a decision, they're still not sure what to do.
Cristal & Scott
2012-10-10
With two young kids, a dog, a rabbit, and a chicken, Cristal and Scott are struggling to keep up and their cluttered home isn't helping. The family is desperate for more room, but before they start shopping for new digs, they've got to revamp their current property. Drew and Jonathan reveal their plan for a dramatic overhaul, but an emotional Cristal is reluctant at first. During the renovations, she's also unenthusiastic about celebrating the couple's seven-year anniversary in the garage and her extravagant taste clashes with the design plan. Meanwhile, the house hunt is exhausting, and with time running out, the couple is faced with a tough decision.
Marie & Robert
2012-10-17
Caught between their new professional lives and their old student lifestyle, quirky accountants Robert and Marie may be ready to move on but their disheveled home is holding them back. With water damaged floors, confused rooms, and a master bath turned storage area, the property is unsellable. In order to leverage its value, Jonathan comes up with a plan to breathe fresh life into the home. A single tile proves to be a costly setback, and when Drew finds them a rare showpiece, the couple gambles on a short sale to land a great new home
Halley & Justin
2012-11-21
With a rambunctious toddler and another baby on the way, Halley and Justin urgently need a more child-friendly home. But they can't even list their current property until they undertake a major overhaul. Drew and Jonathan are determined to help them move on and come up with a strategy. But once the walls come down, the problems start piling up as Jonathan uncovers a major leak, faulty wiring, mold, termite damage, and a rat's nest. The couple is overwhelmed by the news and the skyrocketing price tag. As for finding them a new property, Drew struggles to get Halley and Justin on the same page.
Kristin & Craig
2012-11-28
When Kristin married Craig, she moved into his crowded house with his three kids. In urgent need of more space, they're now looking for a sprawling family-friendly home in a great location. The couple tried to sell their home last year, but didn't get a single offer. So Drew and Jonathan come up with a colorful makeover plan that's guaranteed to turn things around. While tearing down a wall, Jonathan uncovers a potentially lethal situation in the bathroom. Drew's search for the perfect property yields a few showstoppers, but satisfying the couple's expectations proves tricky.
Christi & Peter
2012-12-12
With two high-achieving daughters, Christi and Peter have outgrown their noisy open concept home and, in time for the new school year, are urgently looking for a sprawling property in a great district. In order to sell their current home for top dollar, nearly every room needs an update, and with the couple's tight budget, Drew and Jonathan get creative. Jonathan's dramatic kitchen makeover hits an early setback. Meanwhile, Drew shows the family every listing in their price range but finding the perfect property proves tricky and stressful.
