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1,231,853
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Not sure what you mean by flip or flop.  Almost sounds like a politician 

Mar 30, 2017 07:37 PM
Rainmaker
4,572,183
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

In the past, I watched these shows for the entertainment value...which is best summed up with a y-a-w-n.   

Mar 31, 2017 12:31 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

I have watched them.

What I learned was that there are a lot of people out there with more money than brains.

Mar 30, 2017 08:05 PM
Rainmaker
1,543,823
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

I do not.

I used to watch HGTV when Mike Holmes was on and Paul James' Gardening by the Yard and shows like This Old House. I'm not seeing much value in the new shows, they are soap operas...have you seen how many hosts are in the news and tabloids for fake this and fake that. I made a bit of a comentary on this tonight, so funny you asked this. I know we have to be on top of what our clients are huffing, but I limit it severely.

Mar 30, 2017 07:53 PM
Rainmaker
4,457,083
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

NO do not watch it since here in Los Angeles getting anything approved takes 6 months or more so it is misleading...Endre

Mar 30, 2017 11:53 PM
Rainmaker
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I don't. First, they are too "formulaic" for my taste so after a while it's "same old, same old." Second, there is nothing real about these "reality" shows and sets people up with unrealistic expectations as to what it costs, how long it takes, potential profit, etc.
 

Mar 31, 2017 04:04 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

I don't.  I live it; I don't want to watch an unrealistic version of it on t.v. -Kasey

Mar 30, 2017 09:30 PM
Rainmaker
151,633
Julie Larson Realtor® Sarasota FL 941-284-9826
White Sands Realty Group FL | 941-284-9826 | Serving Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties - Sarasota, FL
When you're thinking of moving...ThinkSuncoast.com

Yes, I watch a few of them, but I only watch the last 10 minutes. That way I can see the before & afters without having to sit through the whole show!

Mar 30, 2017 08:35 PM
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3,164,294
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

sometimes I do, but for entertainment only.  HGTV has given me a few ideas for my home, but mostly it's just entertainment

Mar 30, 2017 08:23 PM
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5,230,102
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

On the RARE occasion - they're just SO unrealistic, it's hard to watch!

Mar 30, 2017 08:19 PM
Rainmaker
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William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I do not

Mar 30, 2017 08:09 PM
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Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

We can learn to be realistic about what it really costs and how long it takes, and realize that what they say and show is not the reality. It could provide some inspiration for people to take on remodeling projects and perhaps provide some ideas

Mar 30, 2017 07:59 PM
Rainmaker
2,220,654
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

No

Mar 31, 2017 06:15 AM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Peter Mohylsky - yes, a Hindi flicks.... learning from them? I doubt!

Mar 30, 2017 11:16 PM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I do watch, I don't learn

Mar 30, 2017 10:12 PM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

No.

Mar 30, 2017 08:41 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

I second Michael Jacobs assessment...which is one of the many reasons we cut cable out of our lives.  A

Mar 31, 2017 11:22 AM
Rainer
259,005
Mick Michaud
Distinctly Texas Lifestyle Properties, LLC Office:682/498-3107 - Granbury, TX
Your Texas Lifestyle is Here!

Yes and yes.  Even though they are staged for TV.  The couple from Waco is opening a branch office in my town now.  So I'll get to see first-hand how real they are. 

Went to the Texas Flip and Move house site in Rhome and it is completely staged for TV.  The bidders are all paid actors. 

Mar 31, 2017 07:24 AM
Rainmaker
5,216,409
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Bob Crane summed it up well!

Mar 31, 2017 06:43 AM
Rainmaker
989,652
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

I do not watch those ridiculous so called realty shows and no IMO nothing to see here moveing on.

Mar 31, 2017 06:13 AM
Rainmaker
564,494
Maria Sapio
Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA
Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I don't watch much tv - occasionally I'll bounce over to HGTV...

Mar 31, 2017 05:15 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

I've watched a few.  Can't say that there's very much valuable information other than some good design ideas.

Mar 31, 2017 04:55 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

No, I do not.

Yes, one can learn something. I suspect it would be on creative solutions and NOT business directives.

Mar 31, 2017 04:49 AM
Rainmaker
979,496
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Peter - I watch some of them for entertainment. Most of what they do is scripted, or unrealistic compared to the real world.

Mar 30, 2017 10:27 PM
Rainmaker
1,045,440
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

I have not so I can not answer as to whether or if there is anything to be learned from them Peter Mohylsky 

Mar 10, 2018 07:15 PM
Rainmaker
5,868,554
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

I do, but for pure entertainment.

Apr 02, 2017 03:34 PM
Rainmaker
911,338
Jeff Pearl
RE/MAX Distinctive / LIC in VA - Lovettsville, VA
Full Service Full Time Realtor

No and No.

Apr 02, 2017 03:41 AM
Rainmaker
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Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

I used to watch them, didn't learn a thing, it became like a drip drip drip on the forehead.

Mar 31, 2017 09:07 PM
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Sure.....what not to do!

Mar 31, 2017 04:55 PM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

I used to, but I have a hard time getting behind them.  They are good to see styles and get design ideas... but that's about it.

Mar 31, 2017 03:21 PM
Rainmaker
142,796
Diana White-Pettis
Bennett Realty Solutions - Upper Marlboro, MD
GRI, CDPE, CNE, WHC Upper Marlboro Homes for Sale

Not like I used to.

Mar 31, 2017 03:04 PM
Rainmaker
900,128
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

I don't know what that means...

Mar 31, 2017 02:26 PM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Yes, I watch them (drives my husband crazy) and I am amazed at the transformations that take place. I learn about new products and finishes that haven't made it to my area.

Mar 31, 2017 10:32 AM
Rainmaker
711,852
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

I watched them a few times, but they are not realistic as to what we do. My contractor husband finds the prices they quote for their work totally unrealistic as well.

Mar 31, 2017 09:40 AM
Rainmaker
1,844,301
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Yes I do & I think they offer some great information & other things you just have to take with a grain of salt. I think that Joanna Gaines decorating is just too country for me & I'd die living in a house with that much 'cute'. Others it would be ok.

It's good for people with no vision.

Mar 31, 2017 08:49 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

NO, I don't watch them....I've done enough fix and flips in 39 years to not need to watch them...

Mar 31, 2017 08:19 AM
Ambassador
3,345,091
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

No, I do not.  IF there is anything to learn ... I'll take the risk of missing that RE education. 

Mar 31, 2017 08:01 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,173
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

I prefer in the trenches, hands on learning upfront and personal. NO TV

Mar 31, 2017 07:32 AM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

No-I do it in real life

Mar 31, 2017 07:04 AM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

I think I would rather watch rocks melt in the Sun

Mar 31, 2017 06:54 AM
Rainmaker
7,836,139
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

I do not watch them. 

Mar 31, 2017 06:52 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Peter Mohylsky I've watched them. If you've seen one you seen them all. They all have the same format. We can learn it takes longer than a half hour to flip a house.

Mar 31, 2017 06:03 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

No and n/a

Mar 31, 2017 05:27 AM
Rainmaker
4,882,355
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

No I find them way to scripted.

Mar 31, 2017 05:19 AM
Rainmaker
2,182,552
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

You can rennovate and sell a property every 1/2 hour !

Mar 31, 2017 05:07 AM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I think you learn that if you don't have a large salary, sponsors, and a netowrk you may not want to flop. 

Mar 31, 2017 05:05 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Absolutely no, as they are staged, not always so real reality tv

Mar 31, 2017 04:45 AM