Love It or List It

I disagree with all the negative hype. The show is realistic in pointing out that older homes often have hidden issues. The disappointment when the remodel goes astray may be sincere or faked, but in the end, bring homes the truth. I find it amazing how often the buyers decide to stay even though there wish list couldn't be completed. Immediately sure they look at far more than 3 new houses but for the sake of time only show the 3. If you've ever worked in real estate, the term "Buyers are Liars!!" This show proves that that "must have lists" become shorter. We don't always know what we want and like most things in life, learn what are priorities really are. Love the interaction, tongue in cheek, between these hosts.

I think no one on HGTV, Magnolia, and any other home show or network can touch the design talent of Hilary. Even when the budget is low she never skimps on the quality of her designs. Very classy and timeless. And she decorates for the clients, not to showcase herself. (hint, hint.. to so many of the designers on other shows).

Of course, the best parts are the first 10 minutes and the last 10 minutes.

Not too interested in the middle parts of the show. For me it's all about Hilary's talent.

I enjoy the show however a big missing item for me is what city they are in. I which they would say that in each episode.

Earlier episodes Hilary accomplished most of what homeowners asked for and delivered (took place in the US). I think the show changed by producers. More of the homes they showed were older and outdated (guaranteed with issues) with some clueless homeowners giving budgets that were impossible to complete what they requested. These homes were in Toronto, Canada. Then the drama starts. Hilary does say that the budget is slim and can't always complete what they request. I've seen later episodes that have newer homes and looks like episodes were done back in the States again.

I think people also need to realize there is a difference between Love it or list it and Property Brothers and Income Properties. Income properties basements are finished with a given budget. Property Brothers for the most part they are updating rooms and will cut costs in order to make the budget if there are issues. Homeowners are also helping which reduce labor costs. For love it or list it there are structural changes, additions (bathroom, bedroom) which costs more with a given budget from the homeowners.

Hilary and Dave have good onscreen chemistry which is fun.

I kinda like Hilary and David, there is a cute chemistry between them and their bickering is funny. Also, I like the idea of the show, that looks promising. However, homes and homeowners are just horribly picked. They seem to chose most horrible people they could find and that made show almost unbearable to watch. Also, they picked enormous, expensive homes, and instead of helping people who really could need help, they were helping a$$holes who were constantly whining about their "tiny" homes with 2 kitchens, 4 bedrooms, large yard etc, etc... There are people living in shoe-boxes! Most people in the world live in tiny flats, most like 90% families have one single bathroom. And here we see families living in large, and I mean enormous houses with large yards, and complain how unhappy they are with their tiny tiny homes. To add to insult, so many of them were acting like they hired Hilary so they were "disappointed" with her work, when it's quite obvious their house is repaired on the tv with huge discount and they applied for the show hoping they will get it. And their remarks, some were so appalling. One women like lived in large but filthy house and complained with very rude words when David was showing her homes. There were so many unpleasant people I just could not watched the show anymore. I live in a tiny flat, I work a lot, yes, but well, not everyone is lucky. They would be better of with some people who really need help. These are just most awful people they could find and I don't enjoy watching them.