In a candid Q&A, Gavin and Nicole respond to viewer questions about the realities of buying property, renovating an old farmhouse, and adjusting to small-space living. They share lessons learned around mortgages and financing, finding the right property, and building connections within a rural community—including the journey of adopting a rescue dog. Looking ahead, they discuss goals for self-sufficiency through livestock, shared resources, and renewable energy plans like solar and hydro, offering a grounded look at what they wish they’d known before starting this fixer upper.
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S2E14 Settling In as a House Grows In...
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