Make Me Smart From "This Is Uncomfortable": "You'll never be ready to buy a home"
Jan 1, 2026
Chantal and Travis Lisback, newlyweds navigating the Seattle housing market, reveal the tug-of-war in their home-buying journey. Chantal's urgency, shaped by her immigrant family's background, clashes with Travis's more cautious approach. Licensed financial therapist Asia Evans joins them to tackle their money communication issues, suggesting strategies to turn fights into productive conversations. From differing spending styles to negotiating timelines, this candid exploration highlights the complexities of love, money, and shared dreams.
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Months Of Weekend House Hunting
- Chantal and Travis hunted for houses in Seattle while living in a 400 sq ft apartment with two corgis. They spent nearly every weekend looking and saw over 100 homes, which intensified tension between them.
Market Pressure Amplifies Personal Tradeoffs
- Seattle's competitive market forced tradeoffs between price and condition, pushing buyers toward either fixer-uppers or higher budgets. That pressure magnified differences in the couple's timelines and risk tolerance.
The Craftsman That Sparked The Fight
- They found a 1900s craftsman with lake views listed at $1.175M that Chantal loved and Travis hesitated over due to distance and wiring issues. The house became the focal point of their dispute about buying now versus waiting.