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Discovery: No US challenge to $43B WarnerMedia deal
Read full article: Discovery: No US challenge to $43B WarnerMedia dealU.S. antitrust regulators have not challenged the $43 billion combination of Discovery and AT&T’s WarnerMedia during a key review period, according to corporate securities filings, easing the way for the deal to close in the next few months.
Houston stars of HGTV’s ‘Two Steps Home’ share renovation tips to help you sell your home
Read full article: Houston stars of HGTV’s ‘Two Steps Home’ share renovation tips to help you sell your homeJon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin are the local stars of HGTV’s ‘Two Steps Home,’ a show where they help their Houston-area clients sell, buy, and renovate to create their ideal home.
Become a ‘Fixer Upper’ homeowner: You can buy this iconic home renovated by Chip and Joanna Gaines
Read full article: Become a ‘Fixer Upper’ homeowner: You can buy this iconic home renovated by Chip and Joanna GainesFollowing its renovation, the home was transformed into a rental property. Marla and David ultimately sold their “Fixer Upper” in 2018. While on the market, the house continues to operate as a rental property and is currently accepting reservations on Airbnb and VRBO. The answer: Location, location location. Whether or not you have any intention of relocating to Waco to fulfill your wildest “Fixer Upper” dreams, you can still enjoy this adorable abode, courtesy of the internet.
From flipping houses to TV stars: This Houston couple will inspire you to dream big!
Read full article: From flipping houses to TV stars: This Houston couple will inspire you to dream big!HOUSTON – Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin left their day jobs and started a home renovation business. Fortunately, their work flipping houses right here in Houston got the attention of HGTV. Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin (Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, HGTV)“We did have solid jobs that we really liked. To connect with Jon Pierre and Mary, visit their website here. To see Jon Pierre and Mary’s complete interview, watch the video above.
Discovery's reality-heavy streaming service launches in Jan.
Read full article: Discovery's reality-heavy streaming service launches in Jan.Discovery is joining the increasingly crowded streaming fray with its own reality-focused service Discovery Plus that will include shows from the Food Network, HGTV, TLC and its other networks. By comparison, the ad-free Disney Plus costs $7 a month and Netflix' most popular plan costs $14 a month. Discovery CEO David Zaslav first announced the streaming service in late 2019, but did not provide details until now. Discovery Plus joins a slew of new streaming services started to challenge traditional TV providers and dominant streaming services like Hulu and Netflix over the past year, including Disney Plus, Apple TV Plus, HBO Max and Comcast’s Peacock service. The service will role out in 25 countries in 2021 including Italy, Spain, U.K. and Ireland as well as India.
What Joanna, Chip Gaines had to say about filming the reboot of ‘Fixer Upper’ for their own network
Read full article: What Joanna, Chip Gaines had to say about filming the reboot of ‘Fixer Upper’ for their own networkAfter saying goodbye to HGTV’s beloved “Fixer Upper” show at the end of season 5 in 2017, Joanna and Chip Gaines are now a few months away from launching the show’s reboot, however this time, on their own television network. But now that a new chapter is in the works, his wife admitted that she and Chip were “a little rusty" when filming for the show’s comeback following their three-year break. What do we do?’ But I think we’re starting to get the hang of it,” Joanna said in a recent interview with People Magazine’s Emily Strohm. “The thing about ‘Fixer Upper’ was that we got to do the work we love right alongside all of you," Chip wrote. “Every week, we could feel you cheering on these families from the other side of the screen.
HGTV’s ‘Flip or Flop’ is back starting Oct. 15
Read full article: HGTV’s ‘Flip or Flop’ is back starting Oct. 15Despite their divorce, Tarek El Moussa and Christina Anstead are back to snatching up old homes and flipping them for a profit. Fifteen new episodes of their hit TV show “Flip or Flop” will begin airing on HGTV, starting Oct. 15. According to HGTV, the season premiere will feature Tarek and Christina buying a small, two-bedroom home. If you can’t wait until Oct. 15 to see the real estate experts back in business, you can catch their solo shows in September. El Moussa will be featured in four new episodes of his solo show starting Sept. 17.
5 places in Waco every Fixer Upper fan must visit
Read full article: 5 places in Waco every Fixer Upper fan must visitHere are places every Fixer Upper fan must visit in Waco:1. Magnolia Market at the SilosMagnolia Market at the Silos is an essential stop for Fixer Upper fans. Little Shop on BosqueBefore Fixer Upper, Joanna opened the Little Shop on Bosque which is the original home of Magnolia Market. Stay in a Fixer Upper rentalIf you have ever dreamed of living in a home remodeled by the Gaines now is (kind of) your chance. Check out these Fixer Upper vacation rentals available for booking online.
Home Town Takeover' Stars Ben and Erin Napier Show Off Their Celeb-Gifted Airstream (Exclusive)
Read full article: Home Town Takeover' Stars Ben and Erin Napier Show Off Their Celeb-Gifted Airstream (Exclusive)For Home Town stars Ben and Erin Napier, hosting their own hit HGTV series has been a life-changing journey. The Airstream will come in handy for the pair, as their HGTV series, Home Town, just got picked up for a fifth season, and their six-part special, Home Town Takeover, kicks off in 2021. The special will follow the Napiers as they makeover the entire small town of Wetumpka, Alabama. RELATED CONTENT:'Home Town' Stars Ben and Erin Napier on How Their Daughter Has Impacted the Show (Exclusive)'Home Town' Stars Ben and Erin Napier Welcome Baby Girl -- Find Out Their Nursery Details! (Exclusive)'Flip or Flop' Star Tarek El Moussa Is Getting His Own HGTV Series
You can stay the night at this ‘Fixer Upper’ home listed on Airbnb
Read full article: You can stay the night at this ‘Fixer Upper’ home listed on AirbnbThe Shotgun House, a one bedroom home featured on the couple’s HGTV hit show, “Fixer Upper,” is up for grabs on Airbnb and it costs just $175 per night. “Anyone who loves the Fixer Upper needs to make the trip to Waco! Nothing about our trip was a disappointment and getting to stay at the Shotgun House made it all the better,” wrote Kimberly, who stayed in November. The location of the Shotgun House makes it the perfect place to stay for a trip to the Silos. The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)The Shotgun House (Airbnb)