Sell This House Season 2 Episode 22 Hoboken, NJ - William & Nancy Harkins
- December 26, 2004
William and Nancy Harkins have lived in their Hoboken, NJ home for over 30 years and are ready to downsize. However, their cluttered, outdated home may not be making the best first impression on potential buyers. That's where the Sell This House team comes in to give the Harkins a much-needed makeover.
Host Tanya Memme, designer Roger Hazard, and contractor Charlie Frattini work together to revamp the home's interior and exterior. The team first tackles the cluttered living room, which is full of knick-knacks, outdated furniture, and tchotchkes. Roger suggests a more modern, minimalistic look to appeal to potential buyers, and Tanya helps the Harkins declutter by pointing out items they can donate or throw away.
Next, the team turns their attention to the kitchen, which is in need of some serious updating. The cabinets are old and dingy, the countertops are worn, and the appliances are outdated. Roger suggests a complete overhaul, including new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Charlie gets to work on the demolition, and Tanya helps the Harkins choose new fixtures and finishes.
The team also takes on the home's exterior, which is lacking in curb appeal. The front yard is overgrown and cluttered, and the house's beige paint color blends into the surrounding buildings. Roger suggests painting the house a fresh, bold blue to make it stand out, and Charlie helps clear out the yard and add some new landscaping.
Throughout the renovation process, the Harkins are surprised by how much of a difference the changes make. They're especially impressed with the new kitchen, which feels bright and modern. Tanya also offers some tips for staging the home for potential buyers, including rearranging furniture to make rooms feel more spacious and adding some decorative touches to make the home feel welcoming.
Finally, the Sell This House team throws an open house to show off the home's new look. Potential buyers are impressed by the updates and the Harkins are optimistic about finally being able to sell their home. The episode ends with the Harkins thanking the Sell This House team for their help and saying goodbye to the home they've lived in for so many years.