Beachfront Bargain Hunt

Kristin and Jonathan love spending time at their friends' condo in Daytona Beach, FL. But, after three years of sharing a space they are ready for a beachfront home of their own. Daytona's surf, sun, and sand, makes it the perfect vacation destination for these Kentucky natives. With the help of real estate agent, Ron Wysocarski, this couple is sailing the shores of the Atlantic to find a vacation home for under $300,000.

Dave has spent most of his life dedicated to the Canadian telecommunications industry. Constantly working sixteen-hour days, nearly to seven days a week, there's no time for him to slow down and relax. After reevaluating his situation Dave has decided to ditch his intense, fast paced lifestyle and find an oceanfront retreat where he can throttle down and find some peace and tranquility. While exploring the shores of Ecuador, Dave found a beautiful beach in the remote fishing village of Crucita. He loves that it's an authentic South American town, yet has restaurants and shops nearby. His budget is $100,000, which is a low number for a house on the coastline, but he hopes his real estate agent, Tom Saunders will help him find the perfect place to settle down, without having to sacrifice too much. (HGTV.COM)

Sean and Donna are from Brooklyn, New York and their two teenage daughters, Mika and Maya, will soon be moving into the collegiate phase of their lives. But before they're out of the house and on their own Sean and Donna would love to create some indelible memories. They've decided that the purchase of beachfront home would be the ideal setting for family fun and would entice the girls to come visit more often in the future. (HGTV.COM)

Season 9, Episode 9 It's a Life of Ease in the Lower Keys of Florida Chris and Cari are leaving their life in Alaska for new opportunities in the Lower Keys of Florida. The area's natural atmosphere and plethora of flora and fauna make it a dream location for these wildlife biologists. With the help of real estate agent Sandy Tuttle, this family of three is looking to retire their snow boots with a waterfront home for under $350,000.

Dan and Kara are looking to escape their fast-paced lives in Denver, Colorado, for permanent relaxation in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. As the world's second most environmentally sustainable country, Costa Rica offers Dan and Kara the ability to live amongst nature, while leaving a smaller footprint on the Earth. With the help of real estate agent, Rebecca Clower, this couple is looking for a sustainable beachfront oasis for under $250,000. (hgtv.com)