Beachfront Bargain Hunt

A couple want to find a canal-front home on Merritt Island in Florida, with easy access to the water and room to entertain.

A couple want to make memories before their teenage daughters grow up, and decide to find a beachfront home in Costa Rica.

A couple that spend a lot of time apart want to find a retreat where they can spend quality time together in Galveston, Texas.

A young couple from Calgary, Alberta, would like to find a beachfront vacation property in Puerto Rico.

Chris and Cari are leaving their life in Alaska for new opportunities in the Lower Keys of Florida. The area's natural atmosphere and plethora of flora and fauna make it a dream location for these wildlife biologists. With the help of real estate agent Sandy Tuttle, this family of three is looking to retire their snow boots with a waterfront home for under $350,000.

Hayes and Paola are relocating from Panama to the Dominican Republic and are looking for a casa on the cinnamon colored sands of Jaco, Costa Rica. With Paola's family an hour and a half away in San Jose, Jaco is the perfect location for a central family vacation house. With the help of local real estate agent, Sergio Gonzalez, Hayes and Paola look to find a seafront spot to siesta for under $220,000.

Todd and Kristy have been married for over four years and are expecting their first child in just a few months. Between their hectic workweeks and constant preparation for the baby, it's hard for them to find time to unwind. In an effort to ensure they'll have a break from the daily stresses of life, they've decided to scour the remote shores of Fripp Island, in search of a vacation home. Just a short drive from their hometown of Bluffton, South Carolina, Fripp Island offers a laid back coastal vibe, the ideal setting for a weekend getaway. Shopping with a strict budget of $350,000 they're not exactly sure what type of property they'll be able to afford but they're hoping real estate agent, Wayne Zerler, can find them a house right on the water.

Residents of San Diego, Jeff and Ginger enjoy the perks of beach life, but are ready for the island lifestyle. This active couple is moving over 6,000 miles to the island of Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands. They're looking for a single-family home with room to prep and store items for their brand-new barbecue food trailer business. With the help of local real estate agent, Tim Goodwin, Jeff and Ginger will find a Saipanese sanctuary on the hidden gem of Saipan for under $275,000.

After a history of renting, Jason and Marney are ready to live out their waterfront dreams and purchase a home on the sea oat-covered sands of Alligator Point, Florida. Jason's love for fishing has him leaning towards a home on the bay, while Marney would rather be steps away from the beach. With the help of local real estate agent, Marsha Tucker, Jason and Marney look to find a coastal haven on the Forgotten Coast for under $250,000.

Mitch and Randee are newlyweds from Palmer, Alaska, and their blended family consists of five children. Enduring bitter winters her entire life, Randee has always fantasized about finding a tropical vacation getaway for her family. Luckily her childhood friend, Garrett, moved down and opened a real estate company with his father in the pacific coast community of Manta, Ecuador. After chatting over the phone and social media, Garrett opened both Mitch and Randee's eyes to the endless oceanfront possibilities of Ecuador. With his help they hope to achieve Randee's life long dream and find a South American sanctuary for $250,000 or less.

Elizabeth and Roger love spending quality time with their three kids, but they're ready to enhance this family fun with a beachfront home in Galveston, Texas. Located only an hour from their home in Houston, Galveston is the perfect action-packed resort destination for this family of five. With the help of local real estate agent, Margaret Matarazzo, this family is grabbing a deal on a beachfront home for under $235,000.

Dan and Kara are looking to escape their fast-paced lives in Denver, Colorado, for permanent relaxation in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. As the world's second most environmentally sustainable country, Costa Rica offers Dan and Kara the ability to live amongst nature, while leaving a smaller footprint on the Earth. With the help of real estate agent, Rebecca Clower, this couple is looking for a sustainable beachfront oasis for under $250,000.

Kristin and Jonathan love spending time at their friends' condo in Daytona Beach, FL. But, after three years of sharing a space they are ready for a beachfront home of their own. Daytona's surf, sun, and sand, makes it the perfect vacation destination for these Kentucky natives. With the help of real estate agent, Ron Wysocarski, this couple is sailing the shores of the Atlantic to find a vacation home for under $300,000.

Dan and Kara are looking to escape their fast-paced lives in Denver, Colorado, for permanent relaxation in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. As the world's second most environmentally sustainable country, Costa Rica offers Dan and Kara the ability to live amongst nature, while leaving a smaller footprint on the Earth. With the help of real estate agent, Rebecca Clower, this couple is looking for a sustainable beachfront oasis for under $250,000.

Dan and Kerry live in Charlotte, North Carolina and have been married for over 20 years. They love spending quality time with their two children Hayley and Luke, especially out on the water. Over the years they've rented vacation homes along the coast of North Myrtle Beach, but have grown tired of always visiting within a set timeframe. After saving for several years, Dan and Kerry feel that now is finally the time to pull the trigger and buy a place of their own. With a firm budget of $199,000 they're not sure what type of property they can afford, so they've hired real estate agent, Brandon Brookshire, to help find an oceanfront sanctuary the whole family can enjoy for many years to come.

Jitka is ready to leave behind her single-family home for a more manageable residence on Agana Beach in Guam. With less housework to do, Jitka and her six children will be able to fully enjoy the natural beauties that Guam offers- scenic cliffs, green hills, waterfalls and beautiful beaches. Local real estate agent, Norma Del Carmen, will help Jitka shake off high prices and say 'Hafa Adai' to an oceanfront home for under $350,000.

Ramiro and Liz are looking to find a family vacation home in the Sunrise City of Fort Pierce, Florida. With Ramiro often on the road for work, they are looking for a place where they can relax and spend precious time together. Liz has her heart set on a condo, while Ramiro pictures himself in a home. With the help of real estate agent, Delila McKenna, this couple will compromise on a castle on the coast for under $250,000.

Working in the travel industry has provided Marty and Jim a ticket around the world and an education in hospitality. They've learned that expectations are high and are looking to live up to them by opening their own bed and breakfast in San Jacinto, Ecuador. Finding a home to live and work in won't be easy, but with the help of real estate agent, Tom Saunders, Marty and Jim are searching for a spot on the sand to make their own, all for under $200,000.