Own It with Angie Hicks

About Own It with Angie Hicks

Do you own your home, or does it own you? If you've ever felt like your house is running your life instead of the other way around, you're not alone. For over 30 years Angie Hicks–co-founder of Angi–has been hearing about homeowners' hopes and headaches. The takeaway? There's a lot nobody tells you about owning a home. Angie sits down with leading experts, industry insiders, and real homeowners to tackle the questions that keep you up at night. Should you renovate or move? What's actually worth the investment? How do you prioritize when you can't do it all? This isn't about fixing a leaky faucet or chasing Pinterest perfection. It's about making smarter choices, learning from people who've been there, and feeling empowered to make the decision that's right for you, even if it's not the one everyone says you should make. For the generation that grew up trusting Angie, she's still the voice you want in your corner when you need someone who gets it. Whether you're figuring out your first major project or chipping away at that neverending to-do list, this is the show that helps you own your home—instead of letting it own you. New episodes every other week. Production Company: Lower Street

Publisher

Angi

Category

business · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 May 2026

Latest episode

15 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

5 of 13 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   15 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Stop Designing Your Home for the People Who Don't Live In It

   Host Angie Hicks interviews HGTV builders Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt about designing homes for modern living, focusing on multi-generational needs and evolving dream home concepts.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Farnoosh Torabi on Why Your Home Isn't the Investment You Think It Is

   Host Angie Hicks interviews personal finance journalist Farnoosh Torabi about why homeownership isn't the investment many believe, offering insights into financial independence and owning your financial life.

3. 

   17 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   What Renovation TV Gets Wrong with Mina Starsiak Hawk

   Angie Hicks interviews Mina Starsiak Hawk about the true costs of renovation, the importance of inspections, and navigating contractor bids to avoid common pitfalls.

4. 

   3 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Your Outdoor Space Shouldn’t be Last with Sara Bendrick.

   Host Angie Hicks interviews landscape designer Sara Bendrick about prioritizing outdoor spaces and understanding renovation costs for a better return on investment.

5. 

   20 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   What Home Improvement TV Gets Wrong (From Someone Who Was On It)

   Host Angie Hicks interviews contractor and trades advocate Kayleen McCabe about the realities of home improvement beyond what television portrays, offering insights into DIY limits and renovation truths.

6. 

   6 Aug 2026

   You're Not Just Buying a House. You're Marrying the Neighborhood.

   Host Angie Hicks interviews real estate expert Kelly Edwards on understanding neighborhood fit and smart renovation strategies before buying a home.

7. 

   23 Jul 2026

   Don't Waive the Inspection. Home Inspector Joe Explains Why.

   Host Angie Hicks interviews Home Inspector Joe Mazza about why waiving home inspections is a costly mistake and what buyers truly need to know.

8. 

   9 Jul 2026

   Rates Aren't Going Back to 3%. Here's What Buyers Need to Hear.

   Host Angie Hicks interviews CNBC's real estate correspondent Diana Olick about navigating the current housing market and understanding buyer strategies when rates remain high.

9. 

   25 Jun 2026

   The CFO Mindset Every Homeowner Needs

   Host Angie Hicks interviews Investopedia Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver on adopting a CFO mindset to treat your home as a wealth-building financial asset.

10. 

    11 Jun 2026

    Fall in Love with A Cheap Old House. But Know This First.

    Angie Hicks interviews Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein about the realities and rewards of buying and restoring affordable historic homes.

11. 

    28 May 2026

    Buying a Home for Who You Are Now Is the Biggest Mistake You Can Make

    Host Angie Hicks interviews Tiffany Aliche, The Budgetnista, about the true costs and mindset shifts needed for smart homeownership beyond just the mortgage.

12. 

    14 May 2026

    He's Flipped 1,000 Homes. Here's What He Fixes First.

    Host Angie Hicks interviews Tarek El Moussa, a real estate investor, about his top strategies for maximizing home value and avoiding common selling pitfalls.

13. 

    7 May 2026

    Introducing Own It with Angie Hicks

    Angie Hicks interviews industry experts and homeowners about the realities of homeownership, offering practical advice for navigating common challenges.

Inside a recent episode

Stop Designing Your Home for the People Who Don't Live In It

Published 15 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] You just moved into the house. You need to make that house your own. We're seeing people are living in their houses a lot longer than they used to. So don't worry about resale that might be 10, 15 years down the road. People are so scared to personalize a house, which we encourage it. Don't worry about a resale that may or may not happen down the road. One thing you can't change or renovate is the location of your home. So that surrounding area in the community where you're located, like making sure you vibe with that as well. You mentioned this earlier when you're designing for three generations. […]

Who has been a guest on Own It with Angie Hicks

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Brian Kleinschmidt
• Mika Kleinschmidt
• Farnoosh Torabi
• Mina Starsiak Hawk
• Sara Bendrick

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.0 / 5

34 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

19 ratings

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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