HGTV RENEWS 'DESERT FLIPPERS' FOR A SECOND SEASON

New York [For Immediate Release - January 23, 2017] More So-Cal home renovations are on the way as HGTV orders a second season of Desert Flippers.The series, which delivered double-digit P25-54 ratings growth year over year in the 11 p.m. timeslot during its first season, stars real estate agents Eric and Lindsey Bennett as they defy the triple-digit heat in Palm Springs to renovate dilapidated homes while raising three small children. Facing unique desert challenges including scorpions, snakes and spiders, these flippers utilize their expertise to transform real estate disasters into stunning family dream homes. The 10-episode season is set to premiere in June 2017.

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