Upu autu Home Ownership

The stories of creative and enterprising Kiwis who are taking on the challenge of building their own unique and inspirational homes. No design is too ambitious, and no obstacle too large in their quest for the perfect house.

People seeking new homes often prefer ready-to-live properties, but these buyers are searching for places that they can transform into their dream homes.

I Bought A Dump...Now What? follows homeowners who purchased dilapidated properties in hopes of renovating them into their forever home. By trying to tackle the overhauls themselves to save money, they end up behind schedule, over budget and exhausted. During the series, cameras will track the progress of each renovation and, in the end, reveal whether the owners can complete the work or are left out in the cold.

"Good Buy, Bad Buy?" tells the stories of two house hunters. Each house hunter narrows the search to two homes, and then the experts arrive. A real-estate agent and a contractor (or inspector) examine both homes, weigh the pros and cons, and tell the buyer which house is the better investment.

Showing homeowners properties around the world that match the cost of their current home. A couple sees what they can afford in three enticing locations that fit their lifestyle.

Mike Holmes takes homebuyers through potential homes, inspecting them for flaws and teaching them about what to look for to make an informed purchase.