They get 7 homes decorated for around $3500.00 a piece and free publicity. People are not exactly beating down the door to buy homes out there- And these "great" designers are going to have to provide their own transportation, meals and lodging during this entire thing if they are from out of town. Can't wait to see how this pans out.. I think they should go with the 80 year olds. Desperation brings out such bright new ideas.