Ep 5. Moving in With the Folks

In the season 7 episode 5 of Buying and Selling named Moving in With the Folks, host Drew and Jonathan are faced with an emotional challenge. The client, Kelsie, needs to find a new home after her divorce and wants to move in with her aging parents to take care of them. Drew and Jonathan must find a property that can accommodate her parents' accessibility needs and provide a comfortable living space for Kelsie and her daughter.

Drew takes Kelsie and her mother to view a potential property that features a main floor bedroom and bathroom, which is necessary for her mother's mobility. The home has a large backyard and plenty of space for Kelsie and her daughter, but it needs significant work, including new flooring, an updated kitchen, and a complete renovation of the main bathroom. Kelsie's mother is apprehensive about the amount of work needed, but Kelsie is excited to have a new project to work on.

In the meantime, Jonathan takes on the task of preparing Kelsie's current home to sell. The house needs a lot of work, including new windows, fresh paint, and an updated kitchen. When Jonathan presents the renovation plan to Kelsie, she is surprised to see how much work needs to be done, but trusts in Jonathan's vision.

As the renovation work continues, Drew and Kelsie visit another potential property, which is move-in ready but outside of Kelsie's budget. The property features a spacious master suite and an open-concept living area, making it an ideal space for Kelsie and her daughter. However, Kelsie knows that she needs to prioritize her parents' needs and cannot afford the property.

With the deadline fast approaching, Jonathan races to finish the renovations on Kelsie's current home. He impresses Kelsie and her daughter with the transformation, and they are excited to put the house on the market. Drew finishes the renovation work on the new property, and Kelsie's parents are thrilled to see how accessible and accommodating it is for them.

In the end, Kelsie must make a tough decision between the move-in ready property that is outside of her budget and the fixer-upper that she can afford. But with the guidance of Drew and Jonathan, she ultimately makes the right choice for her family and begins a new chapter in her life. This emotional and heartwarming episode highlights the challenges of finding a home that meets everyone's needs, while also emphasizing the importance of family and sacrifice.