But that’s not even the most ridiculous myth that this show perpetuates.

Sure, it’s fun to peruse new houses with the featured clients.

It’s not as straightforward as you think

The “House Hunters” formula is simple.

House Hunters house shot

Sounds straightforward, right?

However, DiBugnara says this process is normal.

Even theHGTV episodes themselves take a lot longer to film than you might think.

real estate agent showing home

Don’t let reality TV paint your actual reality

Oh, and the three tours themselves?

Yeah, those are staged, too.

In today’s housing market, even successfully going under contract is a myth in and of itself.

Person handing off house keys to someone else

If you think those numbers don’t add up, you’d be right.