Sandra educates first-time homebuyers in how to choose a home within their means.

Get Real!!

Sandra guides her clients through complicated negotiations and competition for the same home.

Happily Ever After

Sandra assists a couple in buying a home but the couple worries about whether or not they can really afford the home they want.

Beyond the Comfort Zone

A couple gets advice from Sandra on winning a bidding war for their dream house

The Dreaded Bidding War

A Deal on a Duplex

No More Landlord!

Budget Cut

Paying Rent to Parents

Newlyweds Want a New Place

Home Sweet Home

Too Busy To Buy

Relocation, Relocation, Relocation

Their First Home

Domestic Diva

Needle in a Haystack

Dream Home Drama

She's searching for the perfect first home, but will it fit in her budget?

What a Girl Wants

Safe Location

Dreaming of a Dream Home

The Art of Compromise

Out of the Nest

Nervous Newlyweds

A Tale of Two Scotts

Love at First Sight

A young family in ready to have a place of their own, but will they stay within their budget?

A Foot in the Door

A newlywed couple is trying to maintain wedded bliss while searching for their first home.

Over the Threshold

Taking the Plunge

Newlyweds are ready to move out of their parent's basement and into a house of their own.

Bye, Bye Basement

Renters are tired of throwing money away and are ready to take the leap into home ownership.

Renters Ready to Move

Kristen and Michael are getting married, and they'd like to settle into their very first home before they do. However, they may have to compromise on their ideal neighborhood and prepare themselves for a bidding war.

Finicky Fiancés

Alvaro and Cara want their dream house at their price, but can't seem to agree on anything. And that's when Sandra steps in.

Common Ground

Marcie and Frankie are ready for their next big commitment, but can they find a property that lives up to their dreams and fits their budget? Host Sandra Rinomato finds them a showstopper, but the hitch is that it could take up to six months to close.

Lucky in Love

Forty-somethings Stan and Merrily are not your average property virgins. But after living overseas for years, they're finally ready to plunge into home ownership in the US. They're on a mission to quickly find their Miami dream home.

Searching for a Miami Dream Home

Tired of living in his mother's basement, Nav and Kush are ready to move their growing family into a home of their own. With the couple's long wish list, and with Nav calling all the shots, can host Sandra Rinomato find a place that satisfies both of them?

Seasons Change

Erin and Jeff are ready to find a home of their own, but fear they may have to shrink their dreams to fit their budget. Host Sandra Rinomato shows them two very different homes that fit the bill, but each one comes with a compromise.

The Choice is Theirs

California natives Jen and Jason met online, fell in love and moved to Toronto. Now they're ready for a home of their own and have turned to host Sandra Rinomato to help navigate the city's aggressive market.

Bidding Wars in the Aggressive Toronto Market

High school sweethearts Patricia and Rick are ready to ditch their rental apartment and are searching for the perfect home in the perfect location. However, they soon find that their budget is less than perfect.

Leaving Apartment Life and Searching for the Perfect Home

Emily and Chris are getting married in just two weeks, and they'd hoped to buy their first home before they say 'I do.' Host Sandra Rinomato vows to show them some fantastic homes, but will they be ready to commit?

A Couple Goes House-Hunting Just Two Weeks Before Their Wedding

Anjie and Alpesh are busy planning their lavish, week-long Hindu wedding. And although they've got just four months to go, they also want to buy their first home in time for the honeymoon.

Big Wedding, Big House

Keefe and Janice, a couple who are crazy about motor sports, are getting married in a couple of months and want to move out of their parents' houses before then.

Photo Finish

Amy and Dave fell in love during college, and after years of saving and hard work, they're ready to buy their first home. As far as most first-time buyers go, they have a huge budget, so they're hopeful it's enough to secure their dream home.

A Large Budget for First Time Buyers

A strong and independent woman with a big budget, Rubina wants to move out of her family's home and into a home of her own. Expert Sandra Rinomato promises to help her find a detached home complete with a dressing room and income potential but wonders whether Rubina is actually ready to take the plunge.

A Woman Takes the Plunge and Moves Out of Her Family's Home

James is a happy-go-lucky, young professional who's grown tired of his daily, three-hour commute. He's ready to move out of his parents' suburban home and gearing up to enter the real estate market for the first time.

Leaving the Nest

Josh wants to buy his first property, but he's cautious about spending his inheritance. He has enough to make a $400,000 down payment which will secure a very comfortable Toronto home. However, host Sandra Rinomato wonders if he is truly ready to take the plunge.

A Toronto Man Considers Whether to Spend a Large Inheritance on a New Home

Ready to start a family, newlyweds Lindsay and David want to buy their first home. They instantly fall in love with the first property they visit, but the home's seller may not be willing to part with it after all

A Seller's Second Thoughts

Kathy and Ryan are living in her mother's basement with a toddler and five birds. After five years of saving their money, they're ready to find a home of their own - especially so since baby number two is on its way. Real estate expert Sandra Rinomato is there to help them seal the deal.

A Family With a Second Child on the Way Is Ready to Find a Home of Their Own

Lindsay and Jason's family has outgrown their one-bedroom rental. However, since they can't afford to buy a home on their own, they're partnering with their long-time bachelor friend Wes and have turned to real estate expert Sandra Rinomato to find a property that suits them all.

A Couple Teams Up With a Friend to Buy a New Home for the Three of Them

With their first baby on the way, newlyweds Ryan and Eve are quickly outgrowing their one-bedroom condo. They'd like to move to the upscale lakeside neighborhood that they grew up in, but the prices there will force them to make some compromises.

Looking for a First Home in an Upscale Neighborhood

Newlyweds Dan and Leigh are ready to give up their rental apartment in the city of Richmond, Virginia in favor of a home of their own in the country. Real estate expert Sandra Rinomato walks them through some of the sacrifices they'll make in leaving the city and asks them whether they're really prepared for country living.

Richmond Newlyweds Prepare for Life in the Country

Robert and Dawn are ready to invest in their first home, but they can't seem to agree on the neighborhood. Can real estate expert Sandra Rinomato help these property virgins narrow down their options and find common ground?

A House-Hunting Couple Can't Agree on Neighborhoods

Fabulous at fifty, Brenda is ready to buy her first property. She's been dreaming about it for years, but had to pay off big debts before she could make it happen. Now, real estate expert Sandra Rinomato plans to help this late-bloomer find her dream home.

At 50, A Woman Realizes Her Dreams of Buying Her First Home

Andy is ready to buy his first home and, although he'll be alone on the mortgage papers, he'll be sharing the property with his girlfriend. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato who will help find them a property that suits both their tastes.

A First-Time Buyer Wants a Home That His Girlfriend Will Also Love

With her recent promotion, Nicole has moved back to Richmond, Virginia, and she's ready to buy her first home. After living in Manhattan, she has many expectations about what she can afford down South, but she may need a reality check.

Great Expecations for a First Home in Richmond

Globetrotting Natalie and Kareem are ready to buy a home suitable for building a family. However, these first-time buyers have five-star expectations and a more modest budget.

High Hopes, Modest Means

Courage to Commit

Best Laid Plans

On the House

For Julie and Phil, their house didn't feel like a home until they got their dog, Edie. Now, they want to put down roots and give their canine companion a luxurious home in a prime neighborhood, but it comes down to making a choice between the ideal house and the ideal location.

Crib for the Canine Companion

Newlyweds Ed and Courtney want to buy a home where they can settle down with their new dog and someday start a family. They have a long wish list and their very own home-ranking system in the hopes of finding a perfect ten.

Finding the Perfect Ten

Tired of their long commutes and desperate for privacy and more space, J.P. and Crystal want to move out of his parents' place and into a home of their own. Their challenge is find a property that suits both their lifestyle and their budget.

Reality Check

Britney and Guthrie hope to buy a new home with a monthly payment less than their current rental. However, Guthrie dreams of a fixer-upper with a spacious garage, while Britney has other ideas.

Opposites Attract

Thomas and Runi hope to find a spacious home of their dreams in Austin, Texas. Host Sandra Rinomato helps them find them a move-in ready property with a big backyard, but they may have to compromise on their Texas-sized expectations.

Lofty Lone Star Dreams

Karen and Cliff are goal setters and achievers. They went on a weight loss journey together and lost a combined 205 pounds. Their next goal is to stop paying rent and invest in their first home. Now, they're not sure what's tougher: losing weight or acquiring real estate.

Once Losing, Now Acquiring

Buyer and Landlord at Once

High school sweethearts Karina and Justin are about to be married. They're still living with their parents and would love to come back from their honeymoon to a new home. They've had it easy living at home, and when host Sandra Rinomato sees their wish list and budget, she needs to take them on a trip to Reality Street.

After the Honeymoon, Reality

After years of renting, Heather and Kristian want to buy a home in their upscale Toronto neighborhood. Host Sandra Rinomato promises to find them a property that fits the bill, but they may have to sacrifice location to get the house they want.

Searching and Sacrificing

After living in six different countries, Denmark's Daniella is ready to put down roots in Toronto with husband Chris. They're looking to buy a modern home in a mature neighborhood... And since Danes typically buy a house for life, their expectations are high.

Danish Modern

While fitness entrepreneur Jim is willing to spend top dollar on his first home, his wife Robyn has her eye on the bottom line. Growing up in a small town, these high school sweethearts got used to sprawling homes on ample lots... But is either one prepared for the reality of Toronto's red-hot property market? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find a home to make them both happy... But when the first couple house tours open their eyes, they put in a call to their mortgage broker. Will shopping at a higher price point deliver the starter home of their dreams? And when they visit a home that fits the bill, can they agree on their maximum bid?

Living Large

Determined to put an end to their long-distance relationship commute, Tom and Christina are looking to settle down in the same city. And, since they've been spending more time in their cars than in their homes, are hoping to find a suburban Delaware property complete with all the comforts. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a perfect, three-bedroom home in Wilmington's North End. But is the indecisive pair ready to sign on the dotted line? Amazingly, the first home they visit delivers everything on the couple's wish list. But when they decide to view a few more properties, will they lose the dream home to another buyer?

Meeting in the Middle

Ready to take the real estate plunge, Kelly is hoping to buy a Philadelphia starter home for herself and her two friends... But with a seriously limited budget, fears she'll either fall in love with a house she can't afford, or worse yet, end up with a real dive. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a suburban property close to a commuter rail station... But are these property virgins prepared for the challenges of a fixer-upper? Since the trio has already given up their apartments, they're in a major hurry to find a new home... But can Kelly settle on a property that meets their expectations and her budget?

Handy Men Special

Tired of tiny inner-city rentals and splitting the distance between their jobs in Manhattan and Philadelphia, Ashley and Brad have relocated to prestigious Princeton and are now hoping to buy a spacious family-friendly home on a sprawling, manicured lot. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a gracious property with all the comforts of home. But will their dream home vision measure up to the market reality? A dilapidated mansion with loads of potential and a bargain price tag eventually catches their eye. But will they take a risk on a sale that might not go though? And how long will they be willing to wait?

At Home in Princeton

Single, hardworking, and career-focused, Maggie is ready to move out of her parents' place and into a three-bedroom home of her own. But although she's got the down payment she needs, this virgin admits she doesn't know the first thing about maintaining a sprawling suburban property. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find her the perfect home in a family-oriented New Jersey neighborhood close to the Interstate... But is Maggie ready to face the area's sky-high property taxes? Maggie tours several homes with very different features... But when she finally zeroes in on the property she wants, will she lose the house to another buyer?

Jersey Search

Desperate to end his crazy commute, New Hampshire's Mark is hoping to move out of his parents' place and into a bachelor pad of his own. The 24-year-old has saved up a tiny down payment and is looking for a maintenance-free, two-bedroom condo near Boston that fits his limited budget and active urban lifestyle. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find Mark a bachelor pad that suits. But is this property virgin ready to take the plunge? Mark visits a few listings outside of town, but none compare to an affordable two-bedroom condo Sandra shows him in Boston's desirable South End. Mark decides to put in an offer - But will this well-priced condo be too good to be true?

Road Weary

After living in her parents' basement, business-savvy Danielle has saved up a tidy nest egg and is looking to buy a Boston home of her own. With her finances on track, she's looking forward to independent living. But even with the support of her family, she fears she might be jumping into home ownership too soon. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to steer Danielle to the perfect property. But can she decide whether she wants a condo or a detached home? After a few visits, Danielle is torn between a gracious move-in ready condo and a charming 200-year-old fixer-upper just minutes from work. And when she finally makes up her mind, learns there are already other offers on the table. Will she outbid the competition?

House Vs. Condo

Tired of the New York City rat race, Addam and Yimara relocated to Boston and are now hoping to buy a home where they can start a family. Just minutes from downtown, they've set their sights on prestigious Coolidge Corner. But with a fixed budget and high standards, will they find a home that meets their lofty expectations? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a spectacular home in their dream neighborhood. But will they be willing to compromise? Sandra is surprised when an exceptional listing in the perfect location fails to impress. And when the couple tours another home, the space and price tag are ideal, but the location just doesn't measure up. Can these virgins hope to find a home that has it all?

New to Boston

Ginger and Scott met by chance after work one day, fell in love, and now they're looking to buy and renovate a duplex just outside Boston. Eager to knock down a few walls, they'd like to find an investment property they can put a sledgehammer to. But are these newbies truly ready to become homeowners and landlords? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find the couple a spacious two-family home in their price range. But after two weeks and over 30 home tours, they're frustrated and losing hope. Sandra sits them down for a serious chat, but are Ginger and Scott ready to shift gears? And will they eventually find a property that suits both their needs and their budget?

Hammer Time

Christina and Clarence moved from Toronto to Boston a few years ago, and after putting down roots, are now ready to buy their first home. They'd like to find a well-appointed three-bedroom suburban home where they can start a family. But is this Canadian couple ready for the realities of New England real estate? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a perfect home in just the right neighborhood. But are they ready to be flexible with their Toronto-centric perceptions? After a few home tours, the couple is torn between a turnkey townhouse and a sprawling ranch home in need of a few updates. And when they finally decide to make an offer, they take an aggressive approach. Will the negotiating tactic pay off?

Boston Uncommon

Tired of being in property limbo and moving from rental to rental with their two kids, Kenny and Angela are ready a buy their own home, settle down and unpack their boxes for good. But can they muster the confidence to make their long-standing dream a reality? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a San Diego area property that satisfies the whole family and, taking the process one step at a time, shows them a number of great options in their price range. But just as they're gearing up to make an offer, an unexpected event threatens to derail their plans.

The Last Move

Back in the US after three years in Japan, Robin and Joe are hoping to buy a San Diego home where they can raise their two kids in comfort. But with a tight budget and a Veteran's Affairs Loan requiring no down payment, is this Navy family ready to compete in California's competitive market? Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a family home at a price they can afford. But are they ready to compromise on their dream home wish list? After just a few visits, the couple puts in an offer on a short sale that fits the bill. But when they lose out to another buyer, they end up touring scores of homes and putting in a series of unsuccessful offers. Will they eventually find a property they can purchase?

Market Blues

Tired of paying rent and ready to invest in their future, newlyweds Laura and Justin want to find a San Diego property with plenty of character. And although he's not afraid of sweat equity, she dreams of finding a picture-perfect home that's move-in ready. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a hidden gem in a mature, high-end neighborhood. But will they be ready to max out their budget to seal the deal? After a few visits, the couple zeroes in on a charming bungalow that immediately feels like home, but after hesitating find themselves in a potential bidding war. Will they land their dream home? Or will another surprise twist dash their hopes?

Unexpected Guests

Ready to leave their cramped basement apartment behind and move into a place of their own, small-town couple Tracy and Paul want to return to their rural roots and are hoping to find a dream home outside Toronto that will make them both happy. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a budget-friendly home that fits the bill. But with their very different approaches, can she first get them to agree on what they want? After scaling back their expectations, Sandra shows them a range of impressive town homes within their price range. But when they end up liking different properties, can they find a way to compromise?

An Entertaining Home

Ready to stop sharing a house with her mother and move into a home of their own, newlyweds Claudia and Raphael are hoping to find a budget-friendly property close to friends and family. But in Toronto's red-hot real estate market, they may be in for sticker shock. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them the perfect starter home, but explains their ideal neighborhood is simply out of reach. Compromising on location, the couple tours a range of potential properties. But when Sandra makes a rare find in an upscale neighborhood, can they hatch a strategy to outsmart the competition?

Neighborhood Sweet Neighborhood Search

With only 60 days to vacate their cramped basement rental, Amanda and Vishnu are searching for the perfect Toronto property. And in record time, are hoping to find a move-in ready two-bedroom home in a pedestrian-friendly inner-city neighborhood. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to help them with their high-speed house hunt, but warns they'll have to be flexible about the location in order to make it happen. With their deadline looming, the couple is seriously stressed out. And, when they finally find a home they love, fear their deadline pressures may cost them the deal.

Doors to Happiness

After working in six different cities in the past year alone, 23-year-old Neil is tired of living on the road and paying rent. And since he's now landed a steady job in Toronto, he's hoping to buy a sprawling suburban home where he can settle down, and where his friends can move in to help pay the bills. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find him a move-in ready property with plenty of room for tenants, and while she says Neil's wish list should be easy to meet, she also cautions that a quiet leafy location may be beyond his budget. Along with his buddy, Neil tours a number of homes and eventually narrows down the options. Will his determination to get a great deal on his first investment backfire?

Dream Investment

Robin and Curtis are serious about their relationship, and since she already spends most of her time at his place, they've decided to pool their resources and buy a spacious Toronto home they can share. The only problem is she wants an open-concept condo, and he wants a town home with a large outdoor space for entertaining. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to find them a move-in ready property where they'll both feel at home, but first she's got to get them to agree on their priorities. The couple tours a range of options in the trendy neighborhood they love and in an up-and-coming neighborhood that's closer to where they work. But when they finally hone in on a property, will their top offer be enough?

Layout Holdout

John and Vicky have each lived with their parents since birth, and now that they're engaged, they want to buy and settle into their very own suburban dream home before they walk down the aisle. Enter real estate expert Sandra Rinomato. She promises to lead them to a two-story Toronto-area home that matches their high expectations and long wish list, but cautions they'll have to keep an open mind in order to make it happen. But when the first few house tours leave them unimpressed, the process hits a snag. That is, until Sandra comes up with a solution that lets the nearly-weds call the shots.

Making Plans

Avi made the massive move from Australia to Atlanta to be with Jessica, and nowthey're ready to trade in their two-bedroom apartment for a house in an upscale neighborhood. Property expert Egypt Sherrod promises to find them a home where they can finally settle down. But first she has to temper their high-end expectations. Avi and Jessica know exactly what they're looking for but finding a renovated home with vintage appeal proves challenging. When faced with a possible bidding war, Egypt warns they'll only get one chance to nab the home of their dreams.

Location Location Location

Learn The Ropes

One For the Money

Down the Rabbit Hole

House Hunting Hiccup

Kiru & Risheet

A New Chapter

Champagne Problems

Movers and Shakers

Setting the Bar

Stepping Up

Gut Instinct

Before the Bouquet

Property Virgins is a reality television series produced by Cineflix. The show portrays the experiences of prospective first-time home buyers, or "property virgins." The host of the show coaches first time home buyers to adjust their dream home vision to a more realistic one that fits the market and their budget.

The program originated on HGTV Canada in March 2006 and expanded to HGTV in the United States in its second season. The program was hosted by Sandra Rinomato, a Toronto-based real estate expert, from its inception until 2011, and is now hosted by Egypt Sherrod. Rinomato subsequently launched a new HGTV series, Buy Herself, in April 2012.

All Episodes of Property Virgins

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Season 1

Get Real!!

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/23/2007

Happily Ever After

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2007

Beyond the Comfort Zone

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/7/2007

The Dreaded Bidding War

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/14/2007

A Deal on a Duplex

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/21/2007

No More Landlord!

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/28/2007

Budget Cut

Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/4/2007

Paying Rent to Parents

Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/11/2007

Newlyweds Want a New Place

Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/18/2007

Home Sweet Home

Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 11/25/2007

Too Busy To Buy

Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 12/9/2007

Relocation, Relocation, Relocation

Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 12/16/2007