Ep 6. Decades-long Debate

In Love It or List It season 17 episode 6, titled "Decades-long Debate," homeowners face a tough decision as they try to determine if it's time to move on from their beloved family home or invest in renovating it to meet their current needs.

The couple, Sarah and Tom, have lived in their house for over 20 years and have raised their children there. However, as their family has grown and changed, their home has not kept up with their needs. Sarah wants to move to a new home that better fits their lifestyle, while Tom is hesitant to leave the memories and sentimental value behind.

To help them make a decision, Love It or List It's expert designer and real estate agent, Hilary Farr and David Visentin, each take on the challenge of convincing the couple to either stay and renovate or sell and find a new home.

Hilary starts by redesigning the home's layout to create more open space and improve functionality for the family. She also makes several aesthetic updates, including modernizing the kitchen and bathrooms, updating the lighting fixtures, and adding new paint colors throughout the house.

David, on the other hand, focuses on finding a new home that better suits the couple's growing family and active lifestyle. He takes them on a tour of several potential properties, including a spacious house with an open floor plan and a backyard pool.

Throughout the episode, tensions run high as Sarah and Tom struggle to come to a decision. Hilary and David use all of their expertise and negotiating skills to sway the couple in their respective directions.

In the end, the couple must make their final decision – whether to love it and stay in their current home or list it and move to a new one. The process has been emotional, with lots of ups and downs, but the ultimate decision will be one that works best for Sarah, Tom, and their family.

Love It or List It season 17 episode 6, "Decades-long Debate," promises to be another exciting and emotional journey for viewers, as they witness the couples' struggle to make a life-altering decision and the expertly applied skills of Hilary and David as they try to convince the couple to choose their side.