House Hunters Season 2015 Episode 12 Ohio Couple Duels Over Tornadoes and Backyards

As Ohio residents Mindy and David begin their search for a new home, they quickly realize they have very different priorities. Mindy is looking for a home with a spacious backyard where she can enjoy gardening and entertaining guests. David, on the other hand, is concerned with the safety of their new home, as Ohio is no stranger to tornadoes.

The couple starts their search with a budget of $250,000 and is shown three very different homes. The first home is a spacious ranch-style house with a large backyard and a finished basement. Mindy is immediately drawn to the backyard and envisions hosting barbecues and growing her own vegetables. However, David is hesitant because the house does not have a basement, a feature he believes is important for safety during severe weather.

Next, the couple is shown a modern two-story home that is located in a newer development. The house has a partially finished basement, something that David is pleased with. Mindy is initially put off by the smaller backyard, but the couple agrees that the low-maintenance lawn is a plus. However, the neighborhood is closer to a highway than they would like, and the noise is a concern.

Finally, the couple is shown a traditional-style home with a sprawling backyard and an unfinished basement. The backyard is large enough to fulfill Mindy's desire for outdoor space, and David is happy with the unfinished basement, which he sees as an opportunity for a DIY project. However, the kitchen and bathrooms are outdated, and the couple would need to invest some money to update them.

As the couple weighs their options, tensions rise as they struggle to compromise on what is most important to them. Mindy becomes frustrated with David's insistence on a basement and feels that it is impeding their search. David, in turn, feels dismissed and unheard, believing that Mindy is not considering the potential danger of tornadoes.

Ultimately, the couple comes to a decision about which home is right for them. Along the way, they learn the importance of compromise and communication in making a big decision like buying a home.