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Season 2

13 Episodes

2009

E01

Hunting for a Fabulous, Fashion-Forward Apartment

9/6/2009·30m

With a rising career in the fashion and cosmetics industry, Brooke is looking for a fabulous dream apartment to match her lifestyle. She's compiled a long list of requirements? But without an increase in budget, can she really expect to get that much more for her money?

E02

Opposites Attract, and Compromise

9/13/2009·30m

After five years of long-distance dating, Elliot and Megan are finally in the same city. Although they want to move in together, they don't necessarily agree on what they want in a home. Jodi promises to find them a place that suits both of them? but how much will they each have to compromise?

E03

An Upscale Loft with Tons of Character

9/20/2009·30m

Until they find a bright and trendy urban space to call home, Sarah and Jason are crashing on a friend's futon. The couple are hoping to find a centrally located loft loaded with character and amenities? But are they prepared for the hefty price tag that comes with it?

E04

A Spacious, Sophisticated Home for Grown-Up Living

9/21/2009·30m

Tired of living in a seriously cramped one-bedroom apartment, university students and best friends, Colby and Heather are desperate for more space. Can Jodi find them a sophisticated launching pad for their new, grown-up lives?

E05

A Luxurious Downtown Pad With a Budget Price Tag

9/28/2009·30m

Tired of their cramped student digs, and with their studies nearly behind them, sisters Linda and Rashida want to find a spacious downtown apartment at a price they can afford. Can Jodi find them a sumptuous pad with a budget price tag?

E06

A Pet-Friendly Sky-High Condo on the Waterfront

10/5/2009·30m

With their promising new careers, and after a year and a half of dating, Linsday and Ryan are taking their relationship to the next level. Can Jodi help them find a new high-rise home along the waterfront, that will also suit their adorable new puppy?

E07

And Baby Makes Three

11/2/2009·30m

Jenna and Dean have been sharing cramped quarters for a year, but now that they're expecting a baby, the couple is looking for an apartment that's fit for a growing family. And although they're on a tight budget, they're hoping to stay in the same upscale waterfront neighborhood. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to leave no stone unturned in her search for a luxurious, two-bedroom apartment. But can she get the couple to keep an open mind? Jodi delivers plenty of options at both ends of the budget. But will they opt for a low-priced fixer-upper, or an expensive Victorian with all the bells and whistles?

E08

A Friend-Friendly Home

11/9/2009

With her maternity leave coming to an end, single mother Jeanine is looking for a new home closer to her support network. And in order to accommodate both her baby and her best friend, she's hoping to find a spacious, wheelchair accessible two-bedroom apartment in one of the city's most popular neighborhoods. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to find Jeanine an urban family pad with all the comforts but warns she'll probably have to compromise on her wish list. Every property she visits has its pros and cons. But will Jeanine opt for a wallet-friendly spacious apartment or a smaller one-bedroom with an unbeatable location?

E09

The Royal Treatment

11/16/2009·30m

A PhD student in psychology, Kim has just moved to the big city for a one-year internship. And since she's currently crashing at her friend's tiny apartment, she's desperate to find a spacious pad of her own where she can study in peace and entertain in style. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She vows to find the perfect space for a single gal, but with Kim's sizeable wish list, warns she'll have to adjust her expectations to fit the big city rental reality. Jodi shows her a luxurious downtown apartment, a spacious uptown home, and a one-bedroom condo. But can she help Kim negotiate a deal when the apartment she wants is beyond her budget?

E10

Daddy's Digs

11/23/2009·30m

Tired of couch surfing and in dire need of his own space, busy banker and newly single father of three, Kevin, is looking for a three-bedroom rental close to his children's home and within walking distance to their school. And although he's got a sizeable budget, finding a rental in an owner-dominated neighborhood is proving to be a huge challenge. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to find a suitable dwelling for Kevin and his kids... But can she get him to adjust his expectations or expand his search area? Jodi finds an entire detached home and a new condo across from a park. But is Kevin willing to compromise on size to get the perfect location? And can he negotiate an open-ended lease?

E11

The Sky's The Limit

11/30/2009·30m

With her new drama degree in hand, rental virgin Jessica is leaving her small-town behind and is hoping to make it big as an actress in the city. But beyond a job, acting classes, and an agent, she needs to find a safe urban pad where she can start her new life. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to find Jessica a grown-up inner-city apartment at a price she can afford but warns that space will be at a premium. Jessica visits a number of bachelor apartments at the heart of the country's entertainment industry and eventually narrows down the options. But without a job, can she convince the landlord she'll be a reliable tenant?

E12

Entrepreneurial Spirit

12/7/2009·30m

Fresh from recent break-ups and looking to start their own children's clothing line, fashion designers and best friends Nadine and Natalie are looking for a swank two-bedroom apartment where they can cut their expenses, focus on their new business, and entertain their friends. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to find them an ample live-work space to fit their glam personalities and tight budget. But can she get the picky pair to see beyond a home's esthetic flaws? The main floor of a bungalow fails to impress, but two high-rise options eventually end up on the short list. Can they negotiate a budget deal in a renter's market? And can Jodi create the inspired interiors they're looking for?

E13

Bosom Buddies

12/14/2009·30m

Kelly and Sarah both loved living on their own, but since Kelly's new landlord is taking over her apartment, the two friends have decided to pool their resources and find a charming inner-city oasis they can share. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour. She promises to find them a rental with plenty of character that's complete with the outdoor space they crave. But will be they willing to adjust their expectations? They tour a number of tempting homes that feature the all-important patio. But after narrowing down the options, can they get the landlord to create a privacy partition? And will Jodi's efforts make their new space feel like home?

Season 1

13 Episodes

2008

E01

A Single Schooteacher's First Apartment

12/29/2008·30m

Desperate to leave his parents' suburban home and grueling commute behind, single schoolteacher Scott wants to find his first-ever, one-bedroom bachelor pad in a trendy downtown neighborhood. But after six months on the rental market, he's beginning to lose hope. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour promises to help him find the perfect place, but warns he'll have to act fast.

E02

A Search for an Apartment Prompted by Cramped Quarters

1/5/2009·30m

For the past six months, Amy and Justin have been trolling the Internet for a place of their own. As recent graduates, they are desperate to redefine themselves as young professionals, but their crowded quarters and three other roommates are seriously cramping their style. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour promises to help while suggesting they may need to make some compromises.

E03

A Single Man Searches for Peace and Quiet in the City

1/12/2009·30m

After nine years in the same high-rise, Chris is ready to move on. The noise has been getting to him, but finding a two-bedroom rental condo in a trendy neighborhood is harder than he remembers. He's been searching for two years and hasn't found anything yet, so rental expert Jodi Gilmour enters the scene to help him find a new home that's both peaceful and affordable.

E04

A Single Mom and Her Daughter Look for a New Apartment

2/2/2009·30m

After six years, single mom Drey and her daughter Juel are on the move. The property they live in has been sold, and the new landlord has given them just ninety days to get out. So far, the search for a suitable new place that's within their budget and close to Juel's school has been frustrating. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour is here to help them.

E05

A Search for a New Pad Loaded With Character and Charm

2/9/2009·30m

Single make-up artist Whitney is turning 30 soon and, before she does, she'd like to trade in her generic shoebox apartment for a new urban oasis in a trendy neighborhood. Her perfect pad would be loaded with character and period details. So far, her search has turned up nothing, and she's asked rental expert Jodi Gilmour for help.

E06

Finding More Space in the Suburbs

2/16/2009·30m

Newly engaged renters Brooke and Colin are saving money to buy their first home. In the meantime, they're squeezed into a basement bachelor pad and are desperate for more space. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour suggests they consider moving to the suburbs where they'll find more room at more affordable prices.

E07

Help in Locating a New Home

2/23/2009·30m

Recent grads Caitlin and Jamie have been desperately searching for their first grown-up apartment together but have turned up nothing. Enter rental expert Jodi Gilmour to help them find a home that fits the bill.

E08

Looking for the Ultimate Urban Pad

3/2/2009·30m

Amanda is used to living in style at her best friend's place. But as a recent law school graduate with a promising new career, she's ready to move out on her own. As of yet, she hasn't had any luck finding a rental condo that meets her lofty expectations, so Amanda has called rental expert Jodi Gilmour for help in finding her ultimate urban pad.

E09

A Tent-Dwelling Couple Looks for a Place of Their Own

3/9/2009·30m

Mandy and Steve are tired of living in a tent in the summer and crashing with friends in the winter. They yearn for more creature comforts and even their very first sofa, but their budget is tight and the competition in the rental market is considerable. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour vows to find them a home that meets their wishes.

E10

Leaving the Nest

3/16/2009·30m

Twenty-something rental rookie, Anlina, has outgrown her parents' home and is ready to leave the nest for good. She wants to find a three-bedroom rental to share with two male friends and has recruited rental expert Jodi Gilmour to help them find the right spot.

E11

Enviro-Conscious Exploration

3/23/2009·30m

Paul and Yvette have become more conscious of the environment and want to scale down their consumption and their commute. They're looking to trade in their current three-bedroom home for a compact, energy-efficient downtown space.

E12

Downsizing on a Deadline

4/13/2009·30m

New parents Alex and Jason loved their roomy suburban home a year ago, but now they feel that they have too much space and are looking to downsize to a family-friendly rental. They're becoming frustrated since their house has already sold and they have just one month to find a new place.

E13

Rock and Roll Rental

5/24/2009·30m

Newlyweds Marnie and Shaun recently rolled into town with two other members of Shaun's band. Now, the four of them are desperate to move out of the tour bus and into a permanent space, but looking for an apartment in a city you don't know is a challenge. Rental expert Jodi Gilmour promises to find them a suitable, wheel-free home in a trendy neighborhood.