48 Hours to Buy - Episode Guide

To start a new job in two weeks, Mike and Amy need to move from Monument, Colorado to Charlotte, North Carolina. Amping up the pressure, they have just one weekend to find their dream house that meets all the needs of their blended families. At the top of their wish list is a big backyard and pool, but Amy's fear of bugs adds a wrinkle as the clock ticks down and tears flow. If they can't find what they want, they'll have to make the move with no idea where they're going to live.

Newly married Acquah and Ariana recently found out their Pasadena, CA rental apartment is being sold and they have to be out within the month. And now Ariana's job is moving to Atlanta! So the newlyweds have to move fast–and across the country to a city they barely know. These first-time homebuyers are excited to settle in and start a family–but first they need to find their dream kitchen, three+ bedrooms and a deck for outdoor entertaining on a starter home budget–and they have just two days to do it!

Aiming to leave the Wisconsin winters in their rearview mirror, Alex and Matt rush to find a house in Orlando, Florida in time for their children to change schools. Matt's love of high-performance cars and monster trucks drives his top must-haves: a flat driveway and a large garage. But even with a $1.5 million budget, the couple's search hits a series of speed bumps, sending them off-course and creating a challenging race to the finish–can they find a house that meets their needs before the clock runs out?

After 30 years in their New Jersey home, Kris and Curt are ready to retire to their favorite spot--sunny South Florida. But after accepting an offer on their house, rest and relaxation can only come after they find a place to live. Within a whirlwind weekend trip, they need to learn an area they've only known as tourists and find a house that meets their needs to entertain, access the water and stay around the price of their newly sold house. With endless options and only two days, the pressure is on to make one of the most important decisions of their lives!

After 20 years of marriage, Ric and Jeanne are gearing up for a big life change--moving from Los Angeles to Nashville. Ric is a professional drummer in high demand and Jeanne is ready to retire to country living. There's just one problem--Ric needs to be close to downtown for gigs and Jeanne pictures herself with a tractor and an acre of land. Adding to the complications, Ric needs a dedicated space to build a recording studio and they both want to be near water! It's a tall order for their agent Christine, but she's confident they can find a happy medium that will make everyone's hearts sing.

Derek and Tiffany have a full household in Ludowici, Georgia, with four-year-old twins and three lively dogs! Tiffany, a stay-at-home mom, loves having almost 4000 square feet of space for her energetic kids to play. But when Sergaent First Class Snyder receives a permanent change of office to Tacoma, Washington, this Army family must rise to the challenge of a cross-country move. Their biggest hurdle? Adjusting to the cozy style of homes they'll find in the Pacific Northwest--aka downsizing their space by nearly half. Their agent Katrina, herself an Army wife, feels confident she can find the perfect fit for this active family. It just may take some tactical patience and a few creative negotiations.

A dynamic duo, sisters Erika and Shanya, need to move from chilly Sitka, Alaska to "Hotlanta" Georgia to start new jobs. Leaving the snowy north, the sisters bring a long wish list that doesn't seem to line up with their budget. Searching for a good fit, their agent Chenell, aka "The Brick Flipper," shows the sisters a series of houses that never quite meet their wants. Every house is a new adventure, but each seems to disappoint in a new and different way. With the clock ticking down on the last day, Chenell attempts a Hail Mary. But can she find the sisters their dream house before they need to fly out the following day?

Retired drill sergeants Bernadette and Chris are on a mission fueled by love of family. Aiming to get the best medical care possible for Bernadette's mother, and to build a nest where their young children can flourish, the couple takes the Texas housing market by storm. In a whirlwind of house tours, they find several they love. But that's where the sparks start to fly. Will Bernadette get the house she loves, or will Chris get the one that costs less and allows for his RV to be parked on the lot?

Dads AJ and Robert are facing a dramatic life change. AJ has recurring carcinoma and needs to escape the intense Florida sunlight as soon as possible. Luckily, they've identified the perfect canopied oasis in the Pacific Northwestern town of Bellingham, Washington. Because they need to move before their son starts a new school, agent Margaret has only one weekend to help them find a house. They need enough space for both dads to work from home, their teenaged son to have privacy, and the family dog to play outside. Fortunately, Margaret is rooted in this quaint community and will do whatever it takes to bring this family home.

Marines Dave and Stephanie have to embark on their next, and possibly most challenging, mission: traveling cross-country to scout out and secure a new house in just 48 hours. Their orders are to relocate from sunny southern California to the swamplands of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina. With military precision, they join their agent and friend Sam on a whirlwind operation, heading into a market where houses are snatched up almost as fast as they're listed. But as the pressure mounts, sparks start to fly between husband and wife over which house is the best fit for their family. Will their top choices fall into other hands, or can they come to terms in time to get the house they need?

A rapid-fire, cross-country house search gets underway for Travis and Shannon when Travis takes a new job that requires the whole family to move in a matter of weeks. Shannon rolls with this huge change, but both have non-negotiable requirements. They want plenty of space for their friends and family, Travis needs a garage that can fit a set of rolling toolboxes, and Shannon wants a primary bathroom with a private toilet. Given the tight deadline and large list of needs, their agent Kelly scrambles to find the perfect house.

A rapid-fire, cross-country house search gets underway for Travis and Shannon when Travis takes a new job that requires the whole family to move in a matter of weeks. Shannon rolls with this huge change, but both have non-negotiable requirements. They want plenty of space for their friends and family, Travis needs a garage that can fit a set of rolling toolboxes, and Shannon wants a primary bathroom with a private toilet. Given the tight deadline and large list of needs, their agent Kelly scrambles to find the perfect house.

Newlyweds and New Orleans natives Leona and Gloria race to find their dream house in Chicago just weeks before Leona's new job starts. With a wish list as bold as their personalities, they need space for 400 pairs of shoes, bedrooms on the first floor for elderly visitors, and a large, modern kitchen. Their agent, Shantel, scrambles to deliver. But when their first choice springs a leak, Gloria and Leona realize it could put them underwater. Instead of pulling the plug on their search, the two dive deeper, searching for the one place that can float their boat.

Samantha and Ryan have been longing to move their family of four from fast-paced LA to small-town Texas. When a salon space opens up in downtown Comanche that could expand Sam's business, now is the time to seize this rare opportunity! That is if they can find a home over a weekend visit. Adding to the stress, housing in Comanche is surprisingly competitive, especially when factoring in this family's needs. To keep from being homesick for LA, Ryan must be close to water. They also want an open concept that's move-in ready and, most importantly, the vibes have to match their own. Luckily, this isn't agent Kerry's first rodeo. It's a race to the finish as Samantha and Ryan need to make their California-to-Texas dreams come true.

Mike and Jackie aim to make a big move from California to Tennessee, chasing the dream of the perfect home for their growing family. They've already sold their house, Mike has taken a new job, and Jackie needs to relocate her bible repair business, so the pressure is on to find a house in just one weekend. Real estate agent Christina pulls out all the stops, searching for a house that has a workspace in the garage, a downstairs office, at least five bedrooms, and an open concept for Mike and Jackie's very active boys. It's a rollercoaster ride that almost runs off the tracks when Mike and Jackie struggle to make a decision right up to the last minute. 

With new jobs starting in less than a month, Pastors Jermell and Demontrice are relocating from Seattle to Atlanta, determined to find the perfect home in just one weekend. They need enough space for a family of four and a location close to the airport so their kids can visit. They'd also love to be near the vibrant arts and culture that downtown Atlanta offers. The challenge: they know nothing about the area. Veteran agent and Atlanta native Jasmine quickly discovers that the couple's preferences–and non-negotiables–are piling up. At the top of the list: Demontrice can't stand carpet, while Jermell insists on a gas stove for cooking. And neither of them wants to deal with a lawn. With time running out, Jasmine realizes it's going to be a tough 48 hours to get them to make a decision.

Amber and Joseph are moving with their two kids from Tennessee to Georgia to be closer to family in Atlanta, and they have to move fast! Amber is expecting another baby in just a few weeks, and they need to get settled before the new baby arrives.

Matthew and Raegan are rushing to find a house in Minneapolis, where Raegan is set to launch her career in women's professional tackle football. After living three years in Italy, they have one shot to make the move.

With moving day quickly approaching, Rasheem and Kendra have one weekend to lock in their new home before Rasheem's job transfer to Washington, D.C. takes effect. The market is hot, and the pressure is on.