Property Brothers' Jonathan and Drew Scotthave got to be some of the busiest people on the planet.
Their empire started with their very first reality show,Property Brothers.
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While they now have myriad ofspinoffsfrom the original show and their ownproduction company,Property Brothersremains extremelypopular.
Here’s a peek into what it takes to get a shot atProperty Brothersstardom.
You must be part of a duo
First things first.
It is a requirement to fill out information about yourself and your sidekick.
Clearly, they want to know that contingencies can be covered.
They also said they make announcements about casting via their social media.
Though they are experts in their field, they understand that renovating a house is a stressful experience.
But to be on the show, it is a prerequisite that participants trust their advice.
This is what we do day in and day out, you have to trust us."
That episode never saw the light of day.
Renovating an entire house with the budgets they require would be tough, he noted.
There’s no use dilly-dallying and waiting for participants to hem and haw over every decision.
It is considered aneligibility requirementto “be able to make quick decisions so you can keep tight timelines.”
According to cast memberCarson Padgett, she wasn’t let in on many decisions in the first place.
If you trust them, it seems there are fewer decisions to make.
In addition, it may be helpful to have a really compelling story.
Just be yourself
The Scott Brothers are known for being themselves.
When they are looking for potential cast members, they are not looking for actors.
As Drew said in oneQ&A, “We just want homeowners to be themselves.
We don’t want any acting.
Just literally be yourself.”
He said, “We’re buying a house.
There’s no acting.”
Drew and Jonathan Scott have done their fair share of re-reacting on screen.
I could see myself getting along with that!'
And we’re like, ‘What are you talking about?’
And they’re like, ‘Oh!
We thought you wanted us to like it!'"
It is a delicate balance between not acting and making great television, for sure.
Production wants to know that potential cast members have a plan.
In cast memberCarson Padgett’scase, it took a full eight weeks to overhaul her new place.
you’ve got the option to’t see the house until it’s finished
No peeking!
Patience is key for cast members that make it on the series.
