Ep 11. Early Retirement Renovation

In Love It or List It season 12 episode 11, titled "Early Retirement Renovation," viewers are introduced to a couple who finds themselves in a bit of a predicament regarding their current home. The couple has recently entered early retirement and has been spending a lot more time in their home than in previous years. However, they have grown tired of the dated and cramped layout and are now questioning whether it's time to move on to a new home that better fits their needs.

The couple seeks the help of Love It or List It hosts Hillary Farr and David Visentin to come up with a solution to their home dilemma. Hillary is tasked with renovating the couple's current home to make it more functional and modern, while David is on the hunt for a new, more suitable home for the couple.

Throughout the episode, viewers see Hillary and her team work tirelessly to transform the couple's home into a space that they will love. The renovation includes knocking down walls to open up the space, updating the kitchen with new appliances and countertops, and giving the living room a fresh new look with updated furniture and decor. However, the renovation comes with its fair share of setbacks and challenges, causing some tension between Hillary and the homeowners.

Meanwhile, David takes the couple to view new potential homes that are on the market. The homes range in size and style, but the couple struggles to find one that fits all of their needs. David works to find a home that will meet their needs and desires, but the couple can't seem to agree on which one they like the most.

As the episode progresses, viewers see the homeowners grappling with the decision of whether to stay in their newly-renovated home or sell and purchase a new one. Hillary and David both present compelling arguments for their respective options.

In the end, the homeowners make the tough decision of whether to love their newly-renovated home or list it and move on to a new one. The episode concludes with the final decision and a reveal of what the couple ultimately decides to do.

Overall, "Early Retirement Renovation" provides viewers with a glimpse into the challenges and emotions that come with making the decision to stay in a current home or move on to a new one. The episode showcases the hard work and expertise of both Hillary and David as they work to help the homeowners find the best solution for their unique situation.