House Hunters

First-time homebuyers find themselves stuck in a dilemma in Des Moines, Iowa. One dreams of a modern, sleek home, while the other yearns for a quirky non-residential property, like an old commercial space.

A real estate professional is ready to buy a place of his own in the heart of Chicago. He's always seen a high-rise condo as a sign of success. He wants to wake up to stunning views, and host rooftop parties.

An animal-loving couple searches for a home in Chicago. He's a lifelong renter and wants his first place to have vintage charm by the lake, but her priorities include something that's modern, clean and quiet.

Two former track stars have recently relocated for his new job to Kansas City, Missouri. Their second child is due in a few weeks, and they need to find a home fast.

A lawyer and a doctor look to buy their dream house in Sacramento, California. Facing limited inventory and strong opinions, one wants a midcentury modern design, while the other prefers a turnkey contemporary.

A young buyer looks to move out of his mom's place and find a townhouse in the heart of Allentown, Pa. He wants to spend big for a large home to entertain, but his mom thinks he should go for a smaller home.

After two years of traveling the country and living out of their van, a couple is finally ready to plant roots in Atlanta. They want to start a family and she wants to spend big on their dream home, but he wants to save.

A couple looks to sell their home and upgrade to a bigger place in Apex, N.C. They both faced hardships growing up, and now they plan on paying it forward by fostering often overlooked, struggling teens.

A newly married couple needs to quickly find a home in Tampa, Florida. She wants something with two stories that has a storybook vibe, but he's pushing to spend less on a simple one-story ranch.

Now that her kids are grown, a single mom is finally ready to focus on herself and buy her first home in Minneapolis. She's grown accustomed to making sacrifices for others, so her daughter will help keep her focussed.

A military couple search for their growing family while on assignment for the next few years in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They own rental properties from other assignments, so they need to decide to buy or rent.

A pair of buyers are hoping to upsize in Connecticut. One wants something grand to reflect their hard work, but the other prefers something that's more understated.

A single mom looks for a fresh start for her family in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since she tends to be impulsive, she's bringing along a small team of moms and friends on the search to help her stay grounded.