Buying a house is a truly overwhelming process for many people. It's the biggest decision you'll ever make, financially speaking - even more than what car to buy or where to go to college. It can affect your life more than many career decisions and even more than who you date. Arguably, the only larger decision in terms of lifestyle impact is having a child or children.

That means you don't just need advice, you need advice that's fun and takes some of the unbearable stress out of the situation. It's why home makeover and house purchasing shows are so popular. Sure, they do tend to glamorize the process and skip past some of the more boring stuff, and they do often feature a couple whose dual jobs as a specialist jam maker and a yoga teacher surely can't actually cover the cost of the splendid homes they acquire in the shows. Still, there's a lot to learn from watching this fantasy version of house-shopping play out. It helps us figure out what kind of house we want and what lifestyle it will provide. So, indulge your ideal home purchase fantasy with us, and we'll figure out what your dream house looks like!