Thanks to HGTV's House Hunters, and the equally entertaining, International House Hunters, you can cozy up to your TV and become friends with people from across the country and the world as they search for their dream homes.

The House Hunters format is simple, yet deceptively fascinating. You join singles, couples and families as they check out three homes roughly approximating their wishes and budgets. You learn enough about the house hunters to appreciate, and like them, or, sometimes, not so much. You also get to weigh in on their final choice and, even better, you get to see what they do with the property once the deal is sealed.