Sun, Jan 9, 2011
David Garber is determined to revive the neighborhood of Anacostia in southeast Washington D.C. one home at a time. He bought the neediest house and completely renovated it, but now that it's time to sell he realizes not everyone shares his optimism about home values there. His Realtor, Darrin Davis of Anacostia River Realty helps him follow his dream, but he may have to lose big money.
Sun, Jan 2, 2011
One couple get four offers in just four days, thanks to some strategic upgrades to their home.
Sun, Jan 30, 2011
Brandon and Melina are at a point in their careers where they can finally afford to buy their dream home, but they have to sell their starter home first. Things look promising when they quickly find a buyer and make an offer on their next home. Within days though, their luck changes and the deals start falling apart. The two will be tested as never before while they try desperately to sell their home.
Sun, Feb 20, 2011
Shaison and Greg are eager to sell their starter home, so they can start construction on a new build to accommodate their growing family. But they need to make some creative deals with the builder and drop the price of their home twice before finally getting a buyer willing to pay their revised list price of $93,500. The couple is disheartened to learn they must bring more than $10,000 to closing. And it gets even more frustrating when the buyer asks to postpone the closing date because of credit problems! But it gets resolved soon, and Shaison and Greg can finally break ground on their new big house.
Sun, Apr 3, 2011
Ginger and Chad need more storage than most, considering his passion for race cars and her passion for shopping. But when they try to sell their house near Dallas to get a bigger one, they get a rude awakening. It looks like buyers aren't willing to pay the asking price of $119,000. Unfortunately, it's just the start of their problems. Soon, Ginger decides there is an issue with the Realtor and they must make a enormous decision. Stay with the Realtor or sell it on their own.
Sun, Apr 17, 2011
It looks like first-time sellers Amanda and Logan might have to sell for $100,000 less than their purchase price. They refuse to short-sell or go into foreclosure, even though they might have to bring more than $60,000 to the closing table. They are determined to move into a bigger home before the arrival of their second child, as the 1,000-square foot condo is too small for two children, two dogs, and a home office. But when home values in the Washington D.C. suburb continue to slide, this couple decides the smart money decision is to wait for the market to rebound, and rent in the meantime.
Sun, Apr 24, 2011
Corley's bachelor pad doesn't cut it anymore, now that he's married a former Dallas Cowboy cheerleader and has two kids. Both he and wife Audrea think it's a gorgeous place that will sell quickly, but nearly a year on the market and three broken contracts prove them wrong. A surprise call will give them hope again and a chance to get the house of their dreams.
2011
When Carla's son got recruited to play varsity football at a prestigious high school in Washington D.C., she had high hopes of selling her Maryland home quickly and avoiding the long commute to school. But after rejecting her first offer, she soon learns it was a huge mistake to be so stubborn in a declining market. Carla and her son, Omar are forced to make the painfully long commute for months until she reluctantly decides to drop the price by $50,000. Within days she has two solid offers, and sells their home.
Mon, Jun 6, 2011
After Emily and Todd adopt two little girls from Ethiopia, they're determined to sell their house and move to a better school district. But after a frustrating start, their realtor quits and her replacement is a voice on the phone. A text message and last-minute showing will change their luck.
Mon, May 23, 2011
Renee can't wait to sell her Florida home and be free of all the responsibility that comes with it, especially the yardwork! But she bought the house just six months ago and she needs to make an extra $35,000 over her purchase price. Renee's made improvements but not everyone's convinced those changes translate into a higher price.
Mon, Aug 15, 2011
Arika and Cortez thought their condo in Dallas was perfect until the twins were born. They desperately need to sell and buy another place before the babies turn one and start walking. But competition in their complex is fierce and the other condos have better upgrades. After two price drops, the stress is overwhelming. Arika ends up in the hospital and when the medical bills start arriving, the couple decides they'd be better off taking the house off the market.
Mon, Aug 29, 2011
Michele and Steve put their Boca Raton house on the market and quickly realize they've got tremendous competition in the area. For months, they get nothing but low ball offers but the two refuse to give up. They need to live closer to their kids' schools. More than a year after they list, a strange request comes in and their luck suddenly changes.
Mon, Sep 19, 2011
Kate's house is one of the most updated in her South Charlotte neighborhood, but the road noise is chasing buyers away. Kate is ready to start a new life for herself and her toddler son. Her dream is to sell quickly, so she can go back to college in Georgia. But when the deadline for registration is just days away, Kate is forced to make a painful decision.
2011
Jessica and Travis are getting married. They want to sell their Florida townhome and buy a bigger place to start a family. One week before the wedding, they finally get an offer. They're on their way to a fairytale ending when the appraisal comes back $37,000 below the offer.