A couple is searching for a family beach house along the shores of Brigantine, N.J.; they're hoping to find a home with lots of space both inside and out, but also a property that has the potential to generate rental income.

A couple looks for a family beach getaway in the Outer Banks along the shores of Avon, N.C.; the family of do-it-yourselfers tackle the home's major projects and repurpose as much as they can to keep renovation costs down.