House Hunters International 26
2011-10-02 | Reality | 13 episodes194 Seasons
Episode
Single professional relocates to Amsterdam (2011)
Washington, DC resident Michael Dunkley, a single professional in the finance department of an Educational Software company, was offered a job transfer to one of the company's local offices in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Having a love of travel and a sense of adventure, Michael decided to seriously consider the opportunity . He knew nothing about Amsterdam but after a couple of business trips there he was sold. Leaving his single mother behind in Washington, DC was not easy for either of them as he is the only child and mother and son are very close. However, mom has always encouraged Michael to take life by the horns and to follow his dreams and passions. Though she is sad to see him move and will miss him, she is also looking forward to overseas visits and opening up her own world to the newness of Amsterdam and the Netherlands. As for Michael, he seeks to purchase a one bedroom home or apartment close to work, canals and a good social scene in the city center. He also desires a home that will enable him to customize the space and put his own personal stamp on it according to his budget of $360,000 US dollars.
Entrepreneurs seek a change of scenery and more diversity. (2011)
Entrepreneurs Mike & Stephanie Ziegler have enjoyed both familyand business success in their hometown of Cicero, Indiana, but were looking for a change of scenery and more diversity. In their search for a new city and business venture, they found the perfect combination in the cultural kaledescope in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands Though the housing market is ripe for buyers, the prices are high. Starting a new business and searching for a home has left the Zieglers on a fixed budget. They're counting on real estate agent Ness Fennessey to find them the tropical home of their dreams, within their price range.
Destined for Dominica, The Nature Isle (2011)
Andy and Fiona uproot their family from soggy London to the pristine Nature Isle of Dominica. But idealistic Fiona and penny-wise Andy quickly learn that even tropical paradise has its harsh realities. Will they be willing to wipe their life savings clean for the Caribbean house of their dreams? Or will the budget war of attrition result in a plane ride back to the England? Find out, when House Hunters hits the shores of the wildest isle of the Antilles - Dominica!
Sweet Home Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina (2011)
After 10 years abroad Flo is finally returning home to the outdoor playground of Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina, adding husband John and son Nicky to her ever-expanding list of relatives. Will Flo and John find the funds to land a home large enough for Flo's supersized family functions? Or will financial realities send them packing back to New York? Find out, when House Hunters touches down in the City for Everyone - Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina!
A man wants to find a home he can afford in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. (2011)
As a kid, Tom Reddaway learned as many languages as he could, hoping one day they would help him break out of London. The plan worked. While traveling through Brazil, he happened up on Rio de Janiero, a pretty lady named Rafaela, and an up and coming neighborhood called Santa Teresa. The turn of the century colonial architecture captured his imagination and he vowed to make a home here. But buying in Brazil isn't easy. It's rapidly developing ecnonomy often shuts out foreign money with high exchange rates and taxes. Tom saved up $400,000 in cash, and hoping it would be enough, set out with real estate agent Pedro Villela to find his perfect fixer-upper. But there's one thing he didn't count on - girlfriend Rafaela isn't totally on board with living in a run down diamond in the rough. Will Tom find a home both he and Rafaela can be happy in? Or will Brazil's exchange rate prove too costly? Find out when House Hunters International dances into the exciting city of Rio de Janeiro.
