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How to Get Featured on HGTV's House Hunters!

Winter Baserva, Atlanta Realtor, to be on Upcoming Episode of HGTV's House Hunters!!!!

When I got the call from High Noon productions that they wanted me to run a test shoot for an upcoming episode for HGTV's House Hunters, I was beside myself. I asked them how they found me and why they were interested in me and they said they were looking for really fun agents that were having smashing success in a down economy. I guess my making fun of Brittney Spears was noticed by someone...

My clients and I did a test shoot and within a week found out we were approved for our very own episode. I found out later that we were actually the last episode that was shot in Atlanta and only one of three total to ever make it to the big screen. That means out of 46,000 licensed agents in Georgia, I was selected to be one of the three to ever air in the Atlanta area...To say I'm humbled is an understatement.

Since the shoot, I have to say, I have a WHOLE new respect for the entertainment industry. A lot of time and money spent is spent on these shows. House Hunters flew in a film, sound, and production crew from Denver and spent approximately four, 10-hour days making this a reality for me and my clients.

winter baserva featured on hgtv's house hunters

So, what is my episode about????
Buyers Brian and Kelly are looking for the PERFECT Brookhaven home and have selected me to help them embark on the most important decision they've ever made...

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So, did they choose the:

*4 bed/3.5 ba, 3200 sq. ft home for $469,900

*5 bed/ 4 ba 3200 sq. ft. home for $470,000

*4 bed/2 ba/2 half bath 3000 sq. ft. home for $474,900

We'll I can't give away the show, but I can say we had some great "out-take moments" that I would love to get my hands on! I don't have the outtakes, but I do have some of the more memorable parts of the experience to share.

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The drive scene..not easy to drive when you're wired! Smile...you're being watched by millions!

winter baserva featured on hgtv's house hunters

"Wow, look at the crown molding and millwork detail"

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"This is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath with 3200 square feet and is listed for $469,900"

All and all, I'm completely humbled by the opportunity, effort, money and time that High Noon productions put into my episode. I LOVE what I do and I work extremely hard at it. I feel so blessed to be able to show the world a bit about the real estate profession.

The episode airs early spring, so be on the lookout for the launch date. And, if you would like to start your own house hunt with me, please give me a call at 678-463-3173.

winter baserva featured on hgtv's house hunters

Buyer, Brian; Agent, Winter Baserva, Buyer, Kelly

Posted by Winter Baserva Realtor Atlanta, GA Homes For Sale on 09/15/2009 01:05 PM

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77 Comments on How to Get Featured on HGTV's House Hunters!

SEP

That is so fantastic congratulation! I never miss the show!

Its awesome to see you bloom even more in your profession. Thanks again for the hard work you put into selling my home. I don't know what I would have done without you.

Rick Morea

Pretty cool Baserva

Wowza! What can I say...Winter plays full-out and the results are indisputable. When a major television series comes calling, that is no accident. Winter delivers hard work, creativity, and an advanced knowledge of people because she consistantly invests in her own knowledge, for the purpose of serving others. She is full of personal power!

Winter! I love that show! That is so fantastic! I'm proud of you. Don't forget my holiday party in Nov.!

Winter, congratulations to your success! The pictures show you had fun doing it and that is reflected in your Buyers faces. Great PR!

How fun!!!!! What a great experience to be sure!

Congratulations Superstar. I am a big fan of House Hunters. Matter of fact,I was just watching the episode before I just read your blog. I would love to be on that show. I would be on the look out of the show when it airs Winter. Much success to you. Great post.

Hi Winter!!!

Congrats on being selected for this honor. I'm certain that you earned it! Please remind us before the show airs! Oh, BTW it was great working with you earlier this year ... I think that your success rubbed off on me!

I love it Winter - Congratulations - i bet you'll be great...

Winter - What a great post and congratulations on your smashing accomplishment(s) in a down economy. Looks like you had fun with this one.

Winter,

How awesome is that! Very, very cool!

Congratulations Winter!

I'm glad you enjoyed the experience.

My guess is that they picked #2. However, I reserve the right to change my mind while watching the show.

that is so cool...congratulations.. that seems like it would be great fun.. :)

What great exposure for you. I have watched House Hunters many times. I am curious, do you have to get the permission of the sellers to show their homes when you have a film crew in tow? I have noticed on a lot of House Hunters the homes are vacant which I assume makes it easier.

Winter - Congratulations!!! What an exciting experience it must have been.

Wow! How exciting and what a wonderful opportunity!! Thanks for sharing & I look forward to seeing your episode.

We can't wait to watch the footage. We know you did well and we are both so happy for you.

The Jones'

That is way cool! Congrats on making the show...very jealous.

That is very exciting! I'll look forward to watching the show. I was supposed to be on one almost two years ago but the schedule was tight. It was around the Christmas holiday and my buyers had a delay in getting into the new home so we wound up not doing it. I think my buyers were relieved. She was really nervous about appearing on tv. I, on the other hand, was less happy.

As for which home they choose, almost always it will be whichever one is vacant. My buyers taught me that. Funny, I'd watched the show for years before they figured that out.

When you find out the date, let us know.

Congratulations Winter! That had to be very exciting     experience. Looking forward to see you and the show.

Hi Winter~ That is so exciting. Please remind us when the show airs so that we do not miss it. Keep up the good work!

did you get paid to be on camera as well? did you get your SAG card? Oh well if you didnt thats awesome that you are featured on the show! Crush it!

Congratulations! I'll definitely be watching for the episode.

Winter that is so fantastic! House Hunters is on each night during the late dinner-making hour and since my kitchen TV is permanently tuned to HGTV, I see it often. (It's also my dog's favorite when I'm out.) Look forward to watching your show in the Spring!

Congradulations, that's a very big deal.

Hi Winter...As an avid watcher of House Hunters I sure hope I don't miss your episode. Please let us know as soon as you know. I want to get thie date in my Blackberry.

You've got some great shots of your experience.

You must have been excited and on cloud nine. Whoopee for you!

Kate

Congratulations Winter!! Let us know when it airs so we can all be a part of your awesome success. Keep it up!!

Wow! That's wonderful. From the pictures, it looks like you had a great time. Congratulations.

Winter.. This is AWESOME.... CONGRATULATIONS on your House Hunter experiance. I look forward to the show. Please remind us when it will air.

I like the Opps She did it again sign as well ! Great promo...

Congratulations. How much fun that must have been and what great exposure for you as well.

SEP

Congratulations! I'm looking forward to seeing the show.

Winter-

You earned it! It's great to see that those involved in productions treated you so well, too. I look forward to catching this episode!

Congrats! That would be so much fun! I will have to keep watching. Let us know when you are on.

WOW! Very cool, tell them to come to Washington state and I might consider interviewing them to be on their show ;).

Josh Murphy

Wow concratulations thats really cool. I look forward to watching your episode.

Congrats, I would love to get this opportunity.

Congratulations! Enjoy your ride to fame!

Winter,

What a great story! This will boost your own "ratings" and be a great marketing opportunity. Love the show and look forward to seeing this episode!

I love that show! Lucky you! I look to see if the properties are staged or not!

Way to go Winter we will definitely be watching for you.

That is great! Another agent in Atlanta did a show about two years ago and people still recognize her. More sales should follow.

I kept waiting for the "HOW" to get featured part. :( Just kidding, I'm just JEALOUS! Congrats, let us know when your on so we can watch.

WTG !!! We love to watch the show !!! I'll be lookin for ya !

What a great story! Congratulations!

Hey Winter, welcome to the club. Congratulations on being chosen, too. I know how long those days of filming can be and how much, at times, you yearn to hear the words: room tone. I am surprised there is not a group on Active Rain for House Hunters' alumni. That way, we could all let each other know when our shows will air.

Great photos! I really like the way you captured the essence of the filming. It looks like you had a delightful time!!

I am in the middle of the same thing right now, with another reality show. I have recieved call backs I guess they call it in the 'biz for a guest hosting/expert slot on a similar show.

Congrats-- what a neat experience! See you on the re-runs

That is an awesome post! Thanks for sharing. It will be awesome showcasing three Atlanta homes and show the rest of the country what a great value you can get when you move South!

Craig Bland, Academy Mortgage 678-234-0545

Congrats on the show. An agent in my office was featured on House Hunters here a couple of years ago, and he showed his buyers one of my listings. My sellers were thrilled to see their home on the show, even though it was not the one picked by the buyers.

Winter - this is amazing! I'm proud to be part of your team. Thanks for selecting us to handle the closing on the house. It was a privilege working with you, Brian and Kelly. You're the consumate professional. Here's to much more future success in the Atlanta real estate market.

Lee Cohen (Neel & Robinson Attorneys at Law, LLC)

Wow, what an awesome experience and chance for you! nervous at all??

Make sure you let us all know when the show will air, you know we'll be there watching and supporting!

Congrats!! I'm so jealous. I'll be looking for you on the big screen.

Congrats! I did one for HGTV's Sleep On It and it was great fun!

Kathy

Winter: Thats great! I know that any one of my team members would love a shot on that show! They have never been to Delaware (that I am aware of), so maybe someday we will get our chance! Anyway, I will make sure we tune into your show! Congrats again!

I can't say that I watch much HGTV especially since those bad old shows that showed how much commission the agent was making. Let's hope that your segment restores some professionalism and civility to the public's real estate perception.

So cool!! I always wondered how they decided on how they choose who is featured.

I have a question: have you been working with these buyers for awhile and these are the final three houses, or did they give you buyers and the houses they were intersted in?

Nice! I'll be waiting for the show.

Congratulations! What an honor! I bet your business will pick up after the episode airs in the spring.

Kathy

Winter, that is awesome fun, I am sure. I could easily stage a home for the camera, but not myself! ;-) Whew! Can't wait to see the episode!

Winter:

What I really think you should share with everyone is that you have only been in real estate for one year.

Not very many agents would have the nerve to start a real estate career in a down market.

You have clearly proven that winners pay no attention to the media and the doomsayers.

Congratulations on your SUCCESS which I know goes far beyond being featured on HGTV. It is your clients that are the real winners with an agent like you.

Congratulations on this one! I hope to catch this when it airs although my wife watched more than I.

Bully for you! That's great....I'd love to do this too.

Patricia Aulson/portsmouth nh homes

Awesome job Winter! Look forward to watching you in action.

I love that show!!! Congrats on the gig and I can't wait to see another AR face on the tube! Way to go Winter!!!

How cool!

Now all they need is a show about the appraisers. :)

Keep us posted on the air date.

Hi Winter, that is so awesome and exciting! Can you let us all know when the episode airs so that we can watch and cheer you on?!?

Hi Winter -- How cool is that? You go! I love this show and I hope I can catch this segment of yours!

Very cool Winter. I'm sure your business will skyrocket after the episode airs!!

Good luck.

THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND KIND WORDS!! It TRULY means the world to me. To answer your questions:

Alan-YES, you have to get permissions from the sellers to film. You have to get permissions from EVERYONE!!

Tim-The buyers were paid a little to do the show. The agent is paid less, but its not about the money, its about the exposure.

Sheree-I wasn't nervous because its not live, if you mess up, you just do another take.

Shana-These were my buyers. I had been working with them for about 6 months. I sold their condo in Buckhead and then they bought the home. The show contacted me and my buyers had to apply, but its definately real buyers and real houses that we were looking at.

THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE!

Good for you Winter! I just wish they would come to Ohio!!!!!

Your story is inspiring. I will keep an eye out for the airing of the show.

Bets of success to you!

That was a great story, thanks for sharing and motivating!

SEP

Congrats, what a great time! Can't wait to see the show.

How fun is that! Congrats girl!

Congratulations Winter. What an honor and I am so glad to see that there are others out there who love real estate for what it is, meeting new people and helping them achieve their goals/dreams. I lok forward to watching the show.

SEP

This is great winter! I can't wait to see the show!

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