Ep 9. Bad News Basement

In season 11 episode 9 of Love It or List It, titled "Bad News Basement," homeowners are faced with the decision of whether to renovate their current home or sell it and purchase a new one. The family is currently living in a run-down bungalow with a leaky basement, outdated bathrooms, and a cramped kitchen. They love their neighborhood and the home's proximity to their kids' school, but the current state of the house is causing major headaches.

Designer Hilary Farr takes on the challenge of renovating the entire basement and creating a functional living space for the family. She plans on adding a bedroom, a bathroom, and a rec room that's suitable for both kids and adults. On the other hand, real estate agent David Visentin believes that it's time for the family to move on from their home and find a new one that better fits their needs.

Throughout the episode, both Hilary and David present their plans to the homeowners and get to work on making the changes. As Hilary begins the basement renovation, she faces a few unexpected setbacks that put a damper on her plans. Meanwhile, David takes the family out to view potential new homes that are on the market.

As tensions rise and decisions need to be made, the homeowners are forced to weigh the pros and cons of both options. Hilary tries her best to overcome the obstacles in the renovation process, but will it be enough to convince the family to stay? And will David be able to find a new home that meets all of the family's requirements?

In the end, the homeowners must decide whether they want to love their newly renovated home or list it and start fresh in a new one. Love it or List it is a unique reality show that brings together homeowners, designers, and real estate agents to tackle tough decisions regarding homeownership.