House Call
Formats
Top 10
Series I 10x 1/2 hr
Series II 13x 1/2 hr
It's the stuff that keeps dinner parties going into the early hours: should you buy your own house, or rent? Is the mountain of debt worth it? Property is the biggest investment most people will ever make, but many fall into expensive real estate traps. Our House Call experts come to the rescue with tips, tricks and inside information – and reveal the pitfalls for the unwary. Watch as ordinary people face the pressure of the property market – it's drama and tension worthy of Wall Street, played out in the suburbs.
Episode Overview
Episode 1
Titirangi couple, Cheryl and Paul Ware, are divided over whether to sell up and move on so call in the House Call selling expert to advise. But with half finished DIY jobs to complete Cheryl suddenly finds her dream property just around the corner. With a hefty price tag, her husband saying no and her own house still unsold will she buy regardless or listen to the House Call buying expert.
Episode 2Advertising executive, Ali Vernon has grown out of her two bedroom cottage in Sandringham but is worried a half site might not sell even in today's market. Armed with marketing advice from House Call selling expert her house is transformed but with a penchant for pricy deceased estates will the House Call buying expert ever be able to help Ali find the house of her dreams.
Episode 3Henderson mother of four, Anita, is determined to pursue her dream of moving out to the coast for a new and better life but with her current house in complete disarray and a tight budget the House Call experts have got a big job on their hand's.
Episode 4Newly weds Peter and Rebeckh van der Fluit are looking at starting a family, means selling their funky two bedroom terrace house and finding something bigger. But with Auckland inner city property in high demand, the house call experts have quite a job on their hands.
Episode 5With their children recently flying the nest, Kath and Wayne Thomas, are finding their three bedroom home too much work and would like a low maintence apartment. The House Call experts provide Kath and Wayne with all the right tools for buying and selling but will an unexpected permit problem mean they will never achieve their dream?
Episode 6Living next to a busy main road is finally having its toll on Lindy and Malcolm MacLean. In search of a quiet retreat in Greenhithe, the MacLean's are faced with the issue of selling their dated home. Enter the Housecall team, armed with the expert advice needed to achieve this goal.
Episode 7Wannabe property developers, Chris and Waverley Newson, have a dream to start building a real estate portfolio and retire by 45. The House Call team have the advice to help them on their way, but will Chris and Waverley stick to the rules?
Episode 8With a growing family, Kinsey and Vini are finding their two bedroom town house very restricting. Kinsey and Vini know what they are after in a new house, but selling their current home will be harder than they think. The house call team have the advice to make this dream a reality.
Episode 9Helensville locals Thalea and Jason Pompey have a dream to live on a lifestyle block. The House Call team have the advice to make it happen, but will a private sale cause a hiccup in their plans?
Episode 10This week Stephen Hart presents the ultimate guide to buying a house and at the same time maintaining your sanity. Also we revisit some of the people from the current series to see if they've recovered from the traumas of house-hunting.
Seires 2
Episode 1Ponsonby parents Catherine and James want to sell up and buy a larger home for themselves and their two children – but in the same pricey neighbourhood. Can the House Call experts help them achieve their dream in an overheated market?
Episode 2Grey Lynn couple Tim & Matt want to take the next step in their relationship and buy a home together. They are savvy city boys and want to live centrally in Auckland's city fringe but don't want to pay too much for the pleasure. Buying expert Stephen Hart takes them on a trip to suburbia to show them how to get bang for their buck.
Episode 3With two young children, Onehunga couple Stuart and Karlene are desperate to move to a larger family home. The temptation is to sell and buy quickly – so can the House Call experts keep them on track and within budget?
Episode 4Whangaparaoa couple Jamie and Rebecca are reluctantly selling their seaside home to move to Whangarei for a new job. But with time running out, it's up to the House Call experts to help them tidy up their old place, get the price they want and look for their dream home up north.
Episode 5North Shore accountant Adrian wants to sell his family-sized home and find the perfect bachelor pad. But stalled renovations and problems with leaks have put paid to his plans for a fast sale. Can the House Call experts get him motivated to finish the job and achieve the price he wants?
Episode 6With a young child, Avondale couple Vannesa and Kerry are such in a hurry to trade up from their two-bedroom bungalow, they rush into buying a family home in the country before they've sold. The pressure's on for the House Call team to help them sell in time and avoid financial disaster.
Episode 7With busy lives, Auckland couple Lisa and Stephen want to sell their Freemans Bay villa and buy something lower-maintenance and mortgage-free. Can the House Call team help them get top dollar and find the right property for the right price?
Episode 8Bucklands Beach couple Donna and Jimmy are hoping to sell their home for a big profit, find somewhere cheaper to live and buy a rental property as well. Can the House Call team steer them in the right direction?
Episode 9Auckland couple Carlie and Stan want to find a larger property to share with Carlie's mum Narrelle, but they're having trouble selling their Titirangi home. Can the House Call experts help them achieve a sale and find the place that's right for them?
Episode 10Te Awamutu couple Janine and Richard want to sell their three-bedroom bungalow privately and buy a larger family home. The House Call experts give them tips on private sales and what to look for in their next property.
Episode 11With their children leaving home, Sharron and Mark want to sell their partially refurbished West Harbour house and buy something smaller. Can the House Call team help them finish their renovations and find an apartment or townhouse to suit their needs?
Episode 12Auckland couple Annette and Simon need help renovating and selling their Glenfield home. Can property developer Beth Mackay achieve a major makeover on a modest budget, and get top dollar for the owners when the house goes to auction?
Episode 13Auckland couple Pam and Terry want to invest in rental property for their retirement. Buying expert Stephen Hart and property investment specialist Lisa Dudson advise them on what to look for and outline the golden rules for successful investment.
