Ep 3. Talk of the Town

Love It or List It season 8 episode 3, titled "Talk of the Town," follows hosts Hilary Farr and David Visentin as they assist a couple in Ontario, Canada, who are split on whether to renovate their current home or seek out a new one.

The couple, Stephanie and Chris, are struggling with their home's lack of functionality for their family of four. Stephanie, who runs her own dance school from the basement of their home, finds that the space is no longer adequate for her growing business. She hopes that Hilary can provide a solution for her studio, while also addressing the overall flow of their home.

Chris, on the other hand, believes that their home is beyond repair and a new home would better suit their needs. He wants to downsize and find a home with the perfect backyard for their kids to play in. David takes on the challenge of finding them a new home that meets their criteria.

As Hilary starts her renovation, she quickly realizes that there are numerous structural issues with the home that need to be addressed. She also faces design challenges when trying to create a space that is both functional for Stephanie's business and livable for the family. With a tight budget and timeline, Hilary must get creative in making the most of the space.

Meanwhile, David is tasked with finding a home that meets all of the family's needs, including a large backyard and proximity to Stephanie's dance school. However, he quickly discovers that the market in their desired area is extremely competitive, and finding a home that checks all the boxes is no easy feat.

As the renovation and house hunt continue, tensions rise between Stephanie and Chris as they struggle to come to a resolution on whether to love it or list it. Ultimately, they must decide which path to take and hope that it's the right choice for their family's future.

"Talk of the Town" is a captivating episode that showcases the challenges and tough decisions that come with deciding to renovate or move. With twists and turns along the way, viewers will be on the edge of their seats as they wait to see if Stephanie and Chris will love it or list it.