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.

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.

Rod and Daniel took the plunge into home ownership fifteen years ago when a little charmer with a big view won them over. But jump forward to today, and not a single renovation has been done.

Tessa and Jay live in an old and tiny house that is in desperate need of an update. Todd demonstrates, for Jay's benefit, the advantages of a more practical home while Jillian aims to convince Tessa to stay.

Betty-Lou and Eric love their upscale home of 23 years, but as they look to a more relaxed future, Eric sees a need to downsize. They can't agree on what to do next.

Even after Brendan put his blood, sweat, and tears into renovating the home, he still doesn't love it. Add the fact that their children are nearly grown, and he just doesn't see a future in their dysfunctional home.

Five years ago, when Gary moved into Michele's house, it seemed like a small compromise for a second chance at love. But now that the last of Michele's kids have left the nest, her devoted husband wants out of her old house.

When Holly and Chester bought his parent's house 8 years ago, they agreed it was a starter home. But now that they've settled into life with new baby Avery, Holly's having second thoughts about leaving their little house behind.

When Kevin and Celine bought their 100-year-old home eleven years ago, they were looking forward to starting a new life together. But soon after the arrival of daughter Lola and son Felix, the house began showing it's true colors.

When first-time buyers Nick and Christina found this little house in a central suburb, they snapped it up. At the time, it was easy and nice to have rental income since the house is divided into two self-contained suites.

When Danielle married Trevor, she agreed to move into his turn-of-the-century home. That's when she learned she wasn't the only love of Trevor's life. He loves the house, but Danielle is done with the dysfunctional layout.

When Karen and Sat bought a house in a mountainside community, they wanted a large family home close to friends and family. 10 years later, they're now a family of four lost in a 5,000-square-foot house.

When professional racecar driver Michael and his wife Nicola found their home 5 years ago, it was love at first sight. The house wasn't exactly move-in ready, and the layout makes it hard to keep up with their son.

When Rob moved in with his new wife Violet, he fell in love with her townhouse near the beach. But now that they're retired, Violet wants to trade her old townhouse for a more modern home where she can entertain in style.

Shanti and Marcelo love their lakeside community, but their blended family needs more space. Todd searches for a larger, move-in-ready home.

Neena and Jag's home may work great for their family, but it's too close for comfort when they're entertaining their growing extended family. Rivals Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot hope to give these homeowners what they need.

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.

Tony and Nicole want a charming mountain home with more space for their daughters to grow.

When Eleanor and Dave bought their family home five years ago, it was all about the amazing backyard, but they overlooked issues inside the house. Rivals Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot dive in to get them something they will love.

Christian and Una need a more functional home for their two growing daughters. Jillian Harris wants to update their 88-year-old home with an open concept plan, while Todd Talbot wants a new home built in this century.

Brent, Michelle, and their three grown children need a home where they don't fight over space.

Kim and Randy need more space and wheelchair accessibility for their growing daughters.

Liza and Shawn want a more functional home where they can raise their three children. Jillian Harris tries to turn their house into the perfect family home, while Todd Talbot hopes to show that true happiness lies in a new house.

Stephen and Stephanie need a more open, functional space for themselves and their growing children

Derek and his cello-playing wife and kids love living close to family but are divided on what to do with their dysfunctional home. Their dark, closed-off layout frustrates Derek, so he calls on Todd to find an open-concept space - specifically with a great music room. Wife Joanna sees potential in her family home and hopes Jillian can bring some much-needed harmony with a bright, spacious redesign.