
Host and renovator Scott McGillivray shows homeowners with cash problems how to create rental suites in their home, as a way to generate additional revenue to defray mortgage costs. In each episode, McGillivray presents his client with two design options. After they pick the one that meets their needs, the host and his team of contractors renovate the space, with the meticulous McGillivray overseeing a sleek and cost-effective makeover.

Rob and Tricia are looking for financial freedom and think their unused basement will provide that.

A divorced father wants to rebuild his life after a business failure.

A couple wants to generate more money for their business by splitting their single family rental into a duplex.

Vic needs to pay for his mother's care by converting her apartment into an income property.