The Unsellables
Upcoming episodes
Apr 2nd
1100a
Frank and Amy
"Frank and Amy’s two-bedroom bungalow has already been on the market for two months… And while the list price is reasonable, they haven’t received a single offer. They can’t understand what’s wrong… But Sofie knows at first glance — The house is cluttered with personal mementos, the two bedrooms are stuffed with children’s toys, and Mom and Dad are sleeping on a futon directly on the basement floor. These are all major turn-offs for potential buyers, she says.In order to appeal to a younger couple or single buyer, Sofie devises a $3,500 plan to neutralize the space, revamp the kitchen, and restore the master bedroom to the main floor… But can she get Amy to let go of her own attachment to the house? While Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, Sofie guides the couple through real estate re-marketing 101. But will the emotional process pay off in time? After all, Frank and Amy are closing the deal on their new house in just two weeks... And they don’t want to get stuck paying two mortgages!"
Apr 2nd
1130a
Pastor Andrea
"Pastor Andrea doesn’t know why her four-bedroom brick home isn’t selling... And she’s worried because after five weeks, she hasn’t received a single offer. The conveniently located, family-friendly home is priced right… But Sofie thinks the crowded décor, amateur paint job, and rotting kitchen sink are giving potential buyers the wrong impression. The house doesn’t need a major overhaul, she says, just a simple makeover to get the listing up to viewing standard.In order to target the home to a growing family, Sofie devises a $3,100 plan to de-clutter the house, freshen up the kitchen, and give the main floor a lived-in, sellable look. Andrea says she’s ready for a fresh start… But can Sofie convince her to let go of her nostalgia? While Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, Andrea gets a crash course in real estate do’s and don’ts… And once she starts seeing results, Andrea is motivated to pull out all the stops. It’s hard work… But will the project pay off in the end?"
Apr 2nd
1200p
Patricia
"Home to four children, Patricia’s overcrowded two-bedroom bungalow has been on the market for nearly three months. The house has a great layout and is conveniently located… But Sofie says the clutter, over-furnishing, and bold paint colors are a major turn-off. Besides, she adds, it looks like teenage squatters have taken over the basement. In order to transform the home into a trendy, condo-alternative for a professional urban couple, Sofie devises a four-day, $3,600 plan to whitewash the walls, radically de-clutter the space, and overhaul the storage solutions in the basement and master bedroom. Patricia is desperate to sell since she’s closing on her new home in just a few weeks… But she is also set in her ways. Can Sofie win her over? While Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, Patricia gets a crash course in real estate 101. Can she let go of her attachment to the house and see it as a product for sale? And will she change the family routine to accommodate the viewings? "
Apr 2nd
1230p
Ruth
"Ruth’s four-bedroom home has been on the market for two and a half months… And they haven’t received a single offer. The home is in a great location, and priced low for a hot market, says Sofie… But its cluttered interiors, heavy window coverings, and hot pink accents are a major turn-off. The busy and battered kitchen is also a liability. The house doesn’t need much work, she says, just a few minor refurbishments to let its best features shine through. In order to appeal to a broader market, Sofie devises a two-day, $3,500 plan to de-clutter the house, neutralize the color scheme, and freshen up the kitchen and bedrooms. Ruth says she’s getting desperate to sell… But can Sofie get her to buy into the concept of staging? While Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, Ruth get a crash course in real estate 101. Will their efforts pay off? Or will Ruth get stuck with a mortgage she can’t afford?"
Apr 2nd
100p
Andrea
"Andrea’s two-storey, three-bedroom home has been on the market for over a month… And she hasn’t received a single offer. The charming family-friendly home is in a great location… But Sofie says the musty smell, overflowing storage area, and covered fireplace are a major turn off. (Not to mention the children’s graffiti and pervasive mouse-droppings.) Overall, Sofie loves the sun-filled home. It just needs a few cosmetic changes and some TLC, she says.In order to transform it into a tidy, turnkey property, Sofie comes up with a $4,200 plan to update the home while maintaining its charming vintage-feel. Wary of paying two mortgages, Andrea is on board from the start... And while Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, she gets a crash course in real estate. Andrea wants to move on with her life and is praying for a sale… Will their combined efforts pay off?"
Apr 2nd
130p
Susan and Bob
"Bob and Susan’s reasonably priced, four-bedroom suburban home has been on the market for three weeks… And although they’ve had over 50 showings, they haven’t landed a single offer. The couple is baffled and frustrated… but not Sofie. She says the dated décor, bold color scheme, and cluttered interiors are to blame. What this house needs, she says, is to be dragged about twenty years into the present.In order to transform the home from dated to sophisticated, Sofie comes up with a plan to declutter the space, neutralize the walls, and restyle the kitchen. Desperate to move on with their lives, Bob and Susan get on board from the start… And while Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, the couple learns the basics of real estate from Sofie. The results are dramatic… But will they be enough to seal the deal?"
Apr 2nd
200p
Dana and Mark
"Dana and Mark have only three weeks to sell their completely empty two-storey suburban house… Or they risk losing their new home. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom house features a spacious layout and a few renovated rooms… But it also has hideously dated décor throughout. The contrast is a major turn-off for potential buyers, says Sofie… And so is the complete lack of furniture.In order to transform the home from drab to fab, Sofie comes up with a $4,400 plan to update the kitchen and bathrooms, breathe new life into the décor, and bring in plenty of furniture to give the rooms a sense of space and function. Mark and Dana are committed from day one… And while Anthony and the team work their magic on the interiors, they learn the basics of real estate from Sofie. The results are fantastic… But will the home sell in time?"
Apr 2nd
230p
Lynne
"Lynne is ready for a retirement road trip with her boyfriend, Bob… But isn’t going anywhere until she sells her tidy, two-story urban home. Other properties in the neighborhood have sold within days… But Lynne’s ‘unique’ home has languished on the market for a whopping six months. Sofie says the high price and impersonal, dated décor are to blame. In order to create warmer interiors in line with the rest of the neighborhood, Sofie comes up with a $5,000 battle plan to add character and polish. Lynne is committed from the start… And as Anthony and the team repaint, refurbish, and install a ‘wow feature’ fireplace, Sofie improves the home’s curb appeal by painting the front door a vibrant red. The transformation is emotional for Lynne… But will her determination pay off?"
Apr 9th
1100a
Christina
"Christina is leaving town to get married… But first she has to sell her dilapidated downtown home. The good-sized property is in a great location… But after a month on the market, the house is only attracting ‘flippers.’ Sofie says the mismatched color scheme, faux brick accents, and ancient kitchen are to blame. In order to appeal to first-time buyers, Sofie comes up with a $3,600 plan renew and refresh the interiors. Christina is motivated from the start… And as Anthony and the team repaint the home, dress up the fireplace, and modernize the kitchen, Sofie gives Christina a crash course in home dressing 101. Their goal is to transform the fixer-upper into a turnkey property… But can they beat the house flippers at their own game?"
Apr 9th
1130a
Yvonne
"Yvonne’s three-bedroom townhouse has been listed for over three months… And although she’s reduced the price, no one’s biting. Yvonne is surprised… But Sofie isn’t. She says the numerous pets are an allergy sufferers’ nightmare… And says the dust bunnies, musty smell, and gloomy paint colors are another major turnoff. In order to appeal to families and first-time buyers, Sofie comes up with a $4,200 plan to reveal the home’s potential. Yvonne agrees to move the pets out… And as Anthony and the team harmonize the flooring, freshen the paint colors, and eliminate odors, Sofie gives Yvonne some much-needed real estate advice. Yvonne is desperate to move closer to her new dream job… But will the home makeover finally set her free?"