Property Virgins

Join Property Virgins host and real estate expert Egypt Sherrod as she guides rookie homebuyers in search of their first-ever home. More than an agent, Egypt is equal parts counselor and financial advisor, but above all a trusted friend. After all, navigating the real estate market can be an emotional experience. The househunt doesn’t always result in a sale, but these property virgins definitely dive in headfirst, and learn to tailor their first-home visions to fit the market and their budget.

21 – 27 Oct:  Episode 20 – Matt & Jo

Matt and Jo have moved 10 times in the past nine years, but now with two little boys their nomadic lifestyle is no longer an option. Charm tops the wish list in their search for a family-friendly Charlotte-area home, but while they agree on style the couple is miles apart on budget.

It’s up to property expert Egypt Sherrod to get them both on the same page. And since ‘penny-pincher’ Jo wants to spend as little as possible and Matt is prepared to pay more for a turnkey home, the house hunt includes listings at both ends of their budget. Surprisingly, several properties make the grade and the couple is faced with an enviably tricky decision. That is, until Egypt reads the fine print and uncovers a game-changing shocker.

Episode 21 – Kat & Sebastian

Not your average homebuyers, Kat and her street performer boyfriend Bash are looking for an historic starter home in Wilmington, North Carolina with loads of character, and enough storage space for his massive collection of unicycles, trampolines, costumes, and props.

Property expert Egypt Sherrod starts by leading the eccentric pair to an artsy community where she’s sure they’ll find the perfect fit, but warns that matching the couple’s big wish list with their limited budget may be a challenge. After several weeks, the couple’s promising house hunt suddenly hits a wall, and that’s when Egypt steps in to have ‘the talk’.

Episode 22 – Anneliese & Peter

When New Yorkers Anneliese and Peter landed in Wilmington, North Carolina, they realized they’re both Southerners at heart. Now the soon-to-be-weds are looking to put down roots in a suburban Wilmington dream home that’s close to the beach.

With their precise wish list and decisive nature, property expert Egypt Sherrod has the couple figured out from the start, and the search is on for a dog-friendly home with a F.R.O.G. Once they’ve toured a few homes that almost fit the bill, Egypt is more determined than ever to hit a real estate home run.

Episode 23 – Brett & Rebecca

With their ever-growing litter of rescue cats and dogs, firefighter Brett and police officer Rebecca are feeling the squeeze in their tiny home, and are desperate to find a rural oasis where they can all stretch their legs and roam free.

Property expert Egypt Sherrod is determined to find the ideal property for these real-life heroes and their expanding menagerie, but unleashes their Wilmington, North Carolina house hunt with a reality check—the couple’s limited budget won’t get them as close to the beach as they’d like. For Brett and Rebecca, size really does matter. And when they stumble upon the home of their dreams, they’re ultimately faced with a tough decision.

Episode 24 – Jess & Evan

Tired of big city living and ready for a change of pace, former southerners Jess and Evan are moving home, and are now on the hunt for a Wilmington, North Carolina property with lots of space and plenty of character.

Property expert Egypt Sherrod steps in with a plan and when she figures out exactly what her clients are looking for, the search is on for a fixer-upper that’s oozing with Southern charm. The couple is focused and ready to make a move. But when they finally visit a property that ticks all the boxes, they’ve got less than an hour to make up their minds, and just one chance to land the home of their dreams.

Episode 25 – Nicki & Marilyn

Nurse Nicki recently landed herself a great career job in Wilmington, North Carolina and now she’s looking for a historic downtown cottage that’s as unique as she is.

The house hunt gets under way with a reality check when property expert Egypt Sherrod explains that Nicki’s budget won’t get her into the location of her dreams. But Nicki is determined to try. Egypt scours every available listing to find her the perfect property. And when her client finally falls for a landmark home that’s almost too good to be true, her hesitation could cost her the deal of a lifetime.

Episode 26 – Mark & Hannah

Mark and Hannah first met on a beach, and now the couple is searching for the perfect Wilmington, North Carolina property complete with the carefree coastal lifestyle they both love. Property expert Egypt Sherrod is confident she can find them what they’re looking for. But waterfront living comes at a price tag that’s well beyond their maximum budget. With an expanded search area, Egypt promises to get them a spacious home that’s as close to the beach as possible. But when she leads them to the perfect property, a round of high-stakes negotiations puts them in the hot seat.