I will NEVER understand people who remove a fireplace, it's such a selling point. Get furniture that works with the footprint...geez. That dorm room of a Master bedroom... ohhh my.
@@umgazel4785 And left the footprint??? One more unfinished thing in the house. Looks like the boyfriend never finished anything, and she was all about the baby. Some people make small mistakes, but if you don't plan on staying in a house, why take out one of the more authentic features because it doesn't work with your tacky furniture? At least restoration companies have lots of fireplace mantels to choose from if someone else comes along with an Arts and Crafts flair.
Our fireplace was taken out before we bought the house, so it wasn't a choice. I wouldn't have taken it out myself but I don't mind that it is not there. We took out a wall and the fireplace would have made the layout awkward.
FIRST thing i'd do is update the FRONT of the house. Paint it a contemporary color such as a gray or soft beige and get rid of that dated dark brown wood color and cheap stick on house numbers. Ugh. Trade thoe for the nice metal numbers. I'd like to see more greenery and warmth inside the house. Other than that, the color choices/furniture arrangement, etc on the inside looks fabulous!!! Great job!
why do people think that other people want to finish their half finished renovation...all those things like the damp on the ceiling are red flags which will say to the buyer if there is damp in the house then what else is wrong with it that we cant see...plus people will always overestimate the costs of getting these things finished...if you want top dollar you have to get things finish!
Almost HALF A MILLION for that shack???? Nopenopenopenever!!! I can't understand how people can live on a building site. Now that they are moving out they fix it. They should have done so when moving IN. The EXterior of the house is putting me off.
Was there no attempt to camouflage the ugly gas meter and AC unit in front? Really the first thing that you see!!! Some shrubs would go a long way. Whew.
I get finishing the details up yet it blows my mind that someone would not buy my house because they didn't like my couch and my bedroom was painted yellow.
I've watched this series since it aired back in the early 2000's. It never ceases to amaze me how clueless these people are as to why their homes aren't selling. Between the filth (do British people never clean their homes?), unfinished DIY projects, unfinished repairs, questionable paint colors and their hoarding habits-honestly, they often look like a car boot sale threw up in their living rooms, they can't get potential buyers past the entry way. Nobody wants to move into a home with a list of projects to complete, they want move in ready. This is not rocket science.
I can speak for our family only, but having a baby can scramble your brains for a while. My husband and I were in a complete daze! Survival mode and distortion of perspective go hand-in-hand! There's also a lot of learning about how to communicate with your spouse as well. Complacency is sometimes the result, going numb while your partner grows up. I was really selfish and entitled, and my husband was childlike and needy, himself. Throw that all into the mix, and the dust and mediocre state of the house just become background noise, even if you're selling, I bet.
If you can get one of these TV programmes to take you on it's all off your shoulders. And I bet the show get deals on labour and materials - product placement. Win win! You need the show, the show needs you.
Yes, I'm surprised nothing was done about curb appeal. Just concealing the oddly placed air conditioner and utilities meter would have been a big improvement.
And these clueless sellers don’t want to finish anything and expect buyers to look past it. The agent is not a good agent either. Why hasn’t she pushed her advice? Worthless agent who wants her commission. Good example of not doing your homework when selecting an agent and getting the house ready for sale.
If I was to buy that house, first I would take down the tin ceiling because it is ugly. Next I would take down the headboard cause I have one of my own. In the living room I would take the floating self and mirror and but in a gas firplace or electric fireplace to make the room more cozy.All this will cost money so that is something to think about when you buy a house.
All of the changes would be minimal in time and cost though. A fireplace is not necessary. You can't lower the price of a home just because it doesn't have a fireplace. That's ridiculous, lol.
A pitty nothing welcoming was done in the enterance garden. A few plants (some colors) would have been much more inviting to go have a look in the house.
Yeah, they covered up their fireplace to fit their ugly oversized furniture instead. Should have been the other way around, kept the fireplace and replaced the furniture with attractive furniture that properly fits the space and is functional.
What in the world was Sophie wearing? Lol. I'm sorry, but that shiny tin ceiling didn't go with the style of the home of the rest of the decor. Personally, I would have painted it at least. The rest of the house looked better though, especially the dining room. I'm not so sure about the candle shelf. I'm thinking a faux fireplace might have looked better.
The advantages of the shiny ceiling and giant mirror are the light and making the rooms look larger. Many want a fireplace but rarely use it. They can suck all the heated air up the chimney. Pretty candles can add warmth and ambiance.
@@serenakoleno9338 I love candles too, but I was suggesting a faux fireplace, which provides warmth AND ambiance. 🔥 I'm not so sure that tin ceiling made the room feel larger. It was just too busy to where it distracted from the rest of the room...but that's just me. I think painting it white would have provided light, but also texture.
It's amazing how such tips are up to date. I don't get why they move from superb, city location to the country. It's loss for all of them. Best jobs, best schools, universities are in the city.
@@annepaschke72 jobs, schools, universities, physicians, hospitals, pharmacies, public transportation, car independence, social life, museums, cinemas, churches etc. I don't understand how can anyone want to live in car dependent wasteland.
@@annepaschke72 Wasteland means car dependence, lack of city amenities and lack of people. No views are worth even partial car dependence for me at least
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Anyone who removes a fireplace should be banned from home ownership.
lol I see your point
I will NEVER understand people who remove a fireplace, it's such a selling point. Get furniture that works with the footprint...geez. That dorm room of a Master bedroom... ohhh my.
Yep, I agree! I would give my right arm (jk) for a Fp!!
I would have taken the fireplace out as well. Different tastes.
@@umgazel4785 And left the footprint??? One more unfinished thing in the house. Looks like the boyfriend never finished anything, and she was all about the baby. Some people make small mistakes, but if you don't plan on staying in a house, why take out one of the more authentic features because it doesn't work with your tacky furniture? At least restoration companies have lots of fireplace mantels to choose from if someone else comes along with an Arts and Crafts flair.
Amen! Such poor taste
Our fireplace was taken out before we bought the house, so it wasn't a choice. I wouldn't have taken it out myself but I don't mind that it is not there. We took out a wall and the fireplace would have made the layout awkward.
Sophie is an amazing diplomat.
I’ve seen potential buyers walk into a place and immediately focus on the furniture as if they’re going to be stuck with it when they buy the house.
That baby has the cutest hair! It stands up in the middle!!!
FIRST thing i'd do is update the FRONT of the house. Paint it a contemporary color such as a gray or soft beige and get rid of that dated dark brown wood color and cheap stick on house numbers. Ugh. Trade thoe for the nice metal numbers. I'd like to see more greenery and warmth inside the house. Other than that, the color choices/furniture arrangement, etc on the inside looks fabulous!!! Great job!
Kelly is really beautiful. The house, especially the diningroom through to the kitchen looks gorgeous!
Kelly AND baby Asher. Wow!
Kitchen without the horrible ceiling...
Mrs Sphie Allsopp has done wonders with this house !
The baby's little hair 😂😍
why do people think that other people want to finish their half finished renovation...all those things like the damp on the ceiling are red flags which will say to the buyer if there is damp in the house then what else is wrong with it that we cant see...plus people will always overestimate the costs of getting these things finished...if you want top dollar you have to get things finish!
Very expensive house!
Very old fashioned!
Kelly is such a beautiful lady..
Almost HALF A MILLION for that shack???? Nopenopenopenever!!!
I can't understand how people can live on a building site. Now that they are moving out they fix it. They should have done so when moving IN.
The EXterior of the house is putting me off.
Was there no attempt to camouflage the ugly gas meter and AC unit in front? Really the first thing that you see!!! Some shrubs would go a long way. Whew.
I get finishing the details up yet it blows my mind that someone would not buy my house because they didn't like my couch and my bedroom was painted yellow.
Her outfit is channeling a pilgrim.
I don’t understand why their real estate agents don’t recommend these changes. Isn’t that their job?
I'm sure they do.
Most clients don't listen.
A lot of clients are stubborn , suspicious, and unimaginative
Some just can't be bothered, and some just don't want to offend the seller and risk them going to another agent.
@@lauriedixon9661 thank you. That makes sense.
@@SexMusicPlants lol. That actually didn’t occur to me.
kelly is stunning. I think the husband might need a bit of an update too as far as his Dutch boy haircut.
I've watched this series since it aired back in the early 2000's. It never ceases to amaze me how clueless these people are as to why their homes aren't selling. Between the filth (do British people never clean their homes?), unfinished DIY projects, unfinished repairs, questionable paint colors and their hoarding habits-honestly, they often look like a car boot sale threw up in their living rooms, they can't get potential buyers past the entry way. Nobody wants to move into a home with a list of projects to complete, they want move in ready. This is not rocket science.
I can speak for our family only, but having a baby can scramble your brains for a while. My husband and I were in a complete daze! Survival mode and distortion of perspective go hand-in-hand! There's also a lot of learning about how to communicate with your spouse as well. Complacency is sometimes the result, going numb while your partner grows up. I was really selfish and entitled, and my husband was childlike and needy, himself. Throw that all into the mix, and the dust and mediocre state of the house just become background noise, even if you're selling, I bet.
If you can get one of these TV programmes to take you on it's all off your shoulders. And I bet the show get deals on labour and materials - product placement. Win win! You need the show, the show needs you.
The front yard isn't one of the ones with a tree,it could use some selling feature from someone garden savvy.
Yes, I'm surprised nothing was done about curb appeal. Just concealing the oddly placed air conditioner and utilities meter would have been a big improvement.
At least a few flowers
What happened to Baby Bedroom?
And these clueless sellers don’t want to finish anything and expect buyers to look past it. The agent is not a good agent either. Why hasn’t she pushed her advice? Worthless agent who wants her commission. Good example of not doing your homework when selecting an agent and getting the house ready for sale.
The agent had all the problems on the tip of her tongue. She has told them
I could never let my master bedroom look that bad...looks like a dorm room
I only liked the guest room. The headboard they made of two doors is ugly!
Fun tights were in style back then. I had striped tights!
Sophie is in love with the word,potential!🙄
Adore that black and white coat.
She looks like Minnie Mouse.
Why did they paint all that beautiful wood?! (For the record, I love her coat).
A mirror was a good choice but a framed mirror would have been far better hence the “slab” glued to the wall.
Jacket reminds me of snowman
If I was to buy that house, first I would take down the tin ceiling because it is ugly. Next I would take down the headboard cause I have one of my own. In the living room I would take the floating self and mirror and but in a gas firplace or electric fireplace to make the room more cozy.All this will cost money so that is something to think about when you buy a house.
Totally agree. That ceiling is horrible.
All of the changes would be minimal in time and cost though. A fireplace is not necessary. You can't lower the price of a home just because it doesn't have a fireplace. That's ridiculous, lol.
@@thehungrygoldfish I agree it is ridiculous.
@@saraheart2804 The ceiling looks gaudy. What are they trying to hide?
A fireplace is essential for me. I would offer a lower price if I had to instal one@@thehungrygoldfish
Basically 500 k for a teeny, tiny house like this. Sheesh.
bit by bit I'm figuring out what I need to do to get top dollar ...
A pitty nothing welcoming was done in the enterance garden. A few plants (some colors) would have been much more inviting to go have a look in the house.
They need someone to tell them why this house won't sell? Hate to see their new house, hopefully they haven't done any "partial" crappy renovations.
They covered up their fireplace? Ugh
Probably too expensive to get up to code
Yeah, they covered up their fireplace to fit their ugly oversized furniture instead. Should have been the other way around, kept the fireplace and replaced the furniture with attractive furniture that properly fits the space and is functional.
I don’t blame them for leaving the city. Toronto is a dump.
How do we hire u?
She looks like a model or actress
What are you wearing?
seen. Good job. No room for poor baby?
The house is all beautified when they have to give it away? That's sad
$490k ? in downtown toronto? this must be in 2005
Yep, now it's over 1 million
But where does the baby sleep?
Just what I was wondering ! My guess is they already moved out. Perhaps to parents or were able to close early on new home.
In the bathtub. Babies don't need their own rooms damn it.
@@serenakoleno9338 I agree. They already moved out.
In the parents room as babies do.
What about kerb appeal? The front yard is rather awful and the house colour is not all that appealing.
So expensive in Canada
OMG. My house is that big with 3 acres and only in the $300,000 range....glad I don't live in Canada. How do people afford these places????
And these are prices from a decade ago since this show only ran for 4 seasons starting in '09.
this is at least 10 years ago !!!! these houses are $1M and up!! right now
i was thinking the same 2005 era judging by the cars and taxis etc @@Lovrofthearts
What in the world was Sophie wearing? Lol. I'm sorry, but that shiny tin ceiling didn't go with the style of the home of the rest of the decor. Personally, I would have painted it at least. The rest of the house looked better though, especially the dining room. I'm not so sure about the candle shelf. I'm thinking a faux fireplace might have looked better.
The advantages of the shiny ceiling and giant mirror are the light and making the rooms look larger. Many want a fireplace but rarely use it. They can suck all the heated air up the chimney. Pretty candles can add warmth and ambiance.
@@serenakoleno9338 I love candles too, but I was suggesting a faux fireplace, which provides warmth AND ambiance. 🔥 I'm not so sure that tin ceiling made the room feel larger. It was just too busy to where it distracted from the rest of the room...but that's just me. I think painting it white would have provided light, but also texture.
Do not like ceiling in kitchen
Violet Joy, Sophie was wearing purple tights. Why, I don't know, lol...
@@VioletJoy we don't use our fireplace either but put real logs inside with battery candles that come on automatically at dusk. So pretty.
Zo where does the baby sleep now. And now they can't wat h TV. Everyone I know has a TV in living room ,and bedrooms.
I don't. The bedroom is for sleeping and sex only. TV rots your brain.
Sophie.....get rid of that coat? Just my opinion...don't hate people.
My pet peeve concerning Sophie's wardrobe is her black knit winter hat with the odd bright circles on it.
Lazy- who knew.
The kitchen is so odd
It's amazing how such tips are up to date. I don't get why they move from superb, city location to the country. It's loss for all of them. Best jobs, best schools, universities are in the city.
I can't imagine why anyone would live in the city? No room for horses no privacy, dirty air neighbors so close.
@@annepaschke72 jobs, schools, universities, physicians, hospitals, pharmacies, public transportation, car independence, social life, museums, cinemas, churches etc. I don't understand how can anyone want to live in car dependent wasteland.
Wasteland? I live in the mountains near a lake and a river with trees and wildflowers.
@@annepaschke72 Wasteland means car dependence, lack of city amenities and lack of people. No views are worth even partial car dependence for me at least
Lack of people is precisely why I love the country, if perhaps you had a nice truck to drive you wouldn't hate it so bad.
Where did poor baby sleep then ?
When is she going back to the UK? if not then I quit, sick of listening to USA stuff.
Did she really just tell the WOMAN in the couple to clean the TV? WTF
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