When Joyce and Steven bought their mountainside charmer twelve years ago, they knew it needed some work but loved all the space. But once reality set in, the couple realized it was more than they could handle.

Fourteen years ago, Kavita and Sanjeev left the Middle East looking for the perfect place to raise their young family. The home they found was perfect when the boys were young, but now that they're grown, the space is too cramped.

After falling in love 5 years ago, Susan and Harvey searched the city for a heritage house that felt like home. But now that there's a baby on the way, Susan can't see how family life fits in a 1930's character house.

When dog lovers Karin and Bruce bought their home 23 years ago, they immediately fell in love with the great neighborhood. Although the neighborhood has always been perfect, the house has never really worked for their lifestyle.

Barb and Ted need more space for them and their adult daughters. Jillian Harris wants to give their current home a modern update, while Todd Talbot sees a new mountain home on the horizon.

Emily and Gary bought their fixer-upper after receiving an unexpected inheritance. But a stop-work order halted their renovation plans. Ready to dive into this challenge are rivals Designer Jillian Harris and Realtor Todd Talbot.

When Mark, Amie, and their two boys left an Asian metropolis two years ago, they were looking for a serene life in the mountains. But no experience buying mountain homes; it wasn't long before the home began darkening their spirits.

Josh, Melissa, and their growing family need a more open and spacious home with more natural light.

Kelly and Steve live in a four-bedroom home with two growing daughters and a disjointed main floor plan. Jillian Harris hopes to save the day with a fairy tale reno. Todd Talbot plans to sell them an enchanting new home.

Jeff and Gina took a big chance when they bought a fixer-upper. But all they've done are quick fixes. Jillian Harris has high hopes of transforming their mountainside home, while Todd Talbot tries to convince her to buy a new house.

When Michelle and Brandon bought this home six years ago, they were hoping to turn a fast buck. But before they could sell, Michelle fell in love with the place, thanks in large part to their Italian neighbors.

Three years ago, Mike and Melinda moved into his childhood home. Even though it is in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the country, Mike just can't stand the thought of living in his parent's old house.

Kelly and Lorn bought their bungalow when they were expecting their first child. To get all of the benefits of city living, some compromises had to be made. Renting their basement provided income.

Rob and Tracey bought their bungalow when renovating the house from the ground up sounded like a good idea. But they're busy professionals, and trying to restore an old house is more mission impossible than a labor of love.

Their postwar bungalow won over Amy and Chris when they were young and happy to be homeowners. Then life got complicated when they had a baby, and six months later, Chris's 16-year-old daughter moved in as well.

After buying and renovating a two-story suburban rancher, Sinna and Siva thought they had created a flawless family home. And it was perfect until three generations started living under one roof.

David and Geneva bought their fixer-upper in search of more room for their growing family. Four years later, the renovations are still not complete, and Geneva is fed up.

Franny and Salim bought a 5-bedroom family home more than 14 years after leaving East Africa. It was an ideal home for raising a family, but there are now 4 grown adults living in the home because their girls haven't moved out.

Firefighter Greg convinced his wife Robin to buy this two-story house by promising he would renovate it top to bottom in no time. But six years and two kids later, there are more than a few unfinished projects.

Teresa wants a downsize with an apartment for her aging parents, while Brian wants to transform their basement.

When Jeff and Carolyn decided to buy their first house together, it was a big deal for the self-described procrastinator and his long-time girlfriend. When a small character home caught Jeff's eye, she knew they had to move fast.

Mike and Linnea bought this house five years ago so they could raise their active family surrounded by parks and plenty of green space. With so much time spent playing outside, they can't seem to get past all of the home's issues.

Four years ago, Jeff and Paige discovered a beautiful beach community and instantly fell in love with it. So when a beach house became available, they jumped on it and downsized.

When James and Tokiko bought their rustic little rancher, they planned to turn it into a fairytale home. Five years later, James still hasn't made any changes, and Tokiko is fed up. Enter designer Jillian and realtor Todd.

When Cory and wife Linda bought their little bungalow 11 years ago, they fell in love with the mountainside community. Now that their family has grown, they need the space that was completely taken over as a basement apartment.