Send us a textIn this week’s episode of Real Estate Explained, host Nick Bush sits with his wife, Lauren Bush, PhD, for a candid conversation about the fixer-upper that shaped their entire outlook on homeownership.From the moment they bought their first home in Washington, DC, the surprises started rolling in — a broken fridge in week two, a roof that needed immediate replacement, and a kitchen renovation that ended with an unexpected gas leak. What started as an exciting first home quickly became a crash course in renovations, patience, and what it really takes to manage a property.Nick and Lauren open up about:The fixer-upper fantasy vs. the overwhelming realityRenovation lessons that cost more than they ever plannedWhy their first house turned into a rental — and what being landlords is really likeHow moving from DC to Fredericksburg shifted their perspective on city vs. suburban livingThe mindset changes they’re taking into their next home purchaseThis episode is a mix of real talk, relatable homeowner struggles, and practical advice for anyone considering a fixer-upper, debating city vs. suburban life, or thinking about turning a property into a rental.If you’ve ever wondered what buying, renovating, and renting a first home actually feels like behind the Instagram highlight reel — this one’s for you.Podcast Intro  Follow us Leave a review 

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