Ep 5. Help Me Sharhonda

Help Me Sharhonda is the fifth episode of the ninth season of the home renovation show First Time Flippers. In this episode, viewers follow the journey of a first-time flipper named Sharhonda as she attempts to renovate a run-down house in Baltimore, Maryland and turn it into a profitable investment property.

Sharhonda is a single mother who works full-time as a nurse, but she has always had a passion for real estate. She had been saving up for years to buy her first investment property and finally found a fixer-upper that she thought had great potential. However, once she started working on the house, she quickly realized that she was in over her head.

The house was in much worse condition than she had anticipated, and she quickly ran into unexpected issues like plumbing and electrical problems. On top of that, Sharhonda quickly realized that she didn't have the necessary skills or experience to tackle a renovation project of this magnitude.

Fortunately, Sharhonda's cousin Tony steps in to help her out. Tony is a contractor who has years of experience renovating homes, and he agrees to lend his expertise to the project. Together, Sharhonda and Tony set out to transform the run-down house into a beautiful and functional home that will attract buyers and bring in a profit.

The first challenge that Sharhonda and Tony face is the plumbing. The house's old pipes have rusted and corroded, and they need to be replaced before Sharhonda can move forward with the rest of the renovations. Tony brings in a team of plumbers to help with the job, but even with their assistance, Sharhonda and Tony realize that they may have underestimated the time and resources needed to complete this project.

As the renovations progress, Sharhonda and Tony continue to encounter unexpected issues. They discover that the house's electrical system is outdated and needs to be completely rewired, which adds time and expense to the renovation project. Sharhonda also struggles to make design decisions and prioritize which rooms to focus on first.

Despite these challenges, Sharhonda remains determined to see the project through to the end. She works long hours after her nursing shifts and spends her weekends and evenings at the house, learning new skills and making progress on the renovations. Tony continues to offer his expertise and support, but as the project drags on, tensions begin to arise between the two.

The climax of Help Me Sharhonda comes as Sharhonda and Tony work to finish the house's exterior just before the deadline. They have only a few hours left before potential buyers come to view the property, and the pressure is on to make the house as attractive as possible. Sharhonda and Tony push themselves to the limit as they work to install new windows, paint the siding, and put the finishing touches on the landscaping.

In the end, Sharhonda and Tony are able to transform the run-down house into a beautiful home that is sure to attract buyers. They overcome their differences and work together to create a space that they are both proud of. It is a heartwarming and inspiring episode that shows the power of determination, hard work, and the support of loved ones.