Should a couple get married with a big, fun wedding or choose a down payment on a house? That’s the premise of Marriage or Mortgage and it has gotten people talking. Many viewers have tweeted their thoughts and opinions, and the general feeling is that a house is always the wise, financial choice.

A reality show is only as strong as its hosts, and realtor Nichole Holmes and wedding planner Sarah Miller do a great job getting to know the couples and steering them toward their side. Both hosts bring up great points and share amazing ideas with the couples, making each episode a rollercoaster of emotions and the final decision a real nail-biter. When comparing the hosts of Marriage or Mortgage, both bring a wonderful personality and lots of knowledge to the table.

10 Sarah: She Knows A Wedding Takes Couples To The Next Phase

When the couples picked wedding on the show, it was clear that having this special day meant a lot to them. They wanted to create memories and take the next step in their relationship.

Sarah can be the more convincing host of Marriage or Mortgage because she knows that a wedding is so symbolic and memorable. It’s definitely tempting to want to follow the more traditional trajectory of getting married and then thinking about a house or moving to a bigger condo.

9 Nichole: She Helps Couples Really Picture The Future

On the other hand, when Nichole creates an amazing garage gym or outfits a sweet nursery, it’s hard for couples not to get emotional picturing themselves in the space

Nichole helps couples see their future and it’s very real and tangible to them. Denise and Nicholas bought a house and they were thrilled to continue to raise Nicholas’s daughter there. They also want to adopt, and they loved finding a home where they could start that process. In another episode, Scott and Brittany were able to choose a house and build their dream one, which was really cool.

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8 Sarah: She Has Super Creative Ideas For Weddings

While some people want a more traditional wedding and of course that’s totally up to them, Sarah knows that some couples want something different, and she always offers up creative ideas.

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From cool cocktails to a donut wall, a Graceland-themed wedding with seating areas, or the ranch fountain that Precious loved, Sarah has cool thoughts about what could make the big day special and set it apart. When she shows the couples what is possible, she’s definitely convincing.

7 Nichole: She Has Spoken About Her Own Huge Wedding

It’s interesting to learn more about the show’s hosts, and Nichole has talked about getting divorced two times. Nichole said that her first wedding was huge and it would have made more financial sense to use the money for a car or house.

Since Nichole has said that she would have made a different choice now, that suggests that going with a house over a wedding could be the better decision. No one wants to have any regret in life and her story suggests that it’s possible to have the big wedding and then, a few years down the road, wonder if buying a home was smarter.

6 Sarah: She Gets Incredible Deals For The Couples

The perks for each couple are incredible as Sarah makes sure that she’s giving everyone an amazing deal. While each couple has around $30,000 to spend, that doesn’t often cover all that they want, so she knows that she has to figure some things out.

While Nichole does get some money off the house’s price tag or offer up free renovations, it makes sense why some of the couples love the idea of saving so much money on their big day. Because Sarah can work some serious money magic, she’s the more convincing host at times.

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5 Nichole: Most Viewers Seem To Agree That Buying A House Is Better

While Sarah is a solid wedding planner, it’s true that fan reaction to the series has shown that most people would choose the house. So many viewers want the couples to pick a house instead of a wedding. One fan wrote on Reddit, “I don’t know why the house doesn’t just win every time?” and that sentiment is echoed in many threads.

When thinking about spending thousands of dollars, it objectively makes more sense to think about a house, so Nichole has convinced many viewers to be on her side.

4 Sarah: She Wants A Couple’s Love Story To Be Reflected In The Wedding

While people can decorate their house to reflect their personality and it’s possible to feel at home when walking into a new space, a wedding really offers the opportunity to tell a story. Sarah is the more convincing host because she wants each couple to be able to get the wedding that they want so it’s not another cookie cutter ceremony and reception.

Sarah made sure that Cindy and Karla had a wonderful wedding complete with a gorgeous outdoor space and great band. She suggested a donut wall for Emily and Braxton, and she knew that a grand entrance was important to Sarah and Eli, so she set up a free helicopter ride.

3 Nichole: With A House, Couples Can Have An Affordable DIY Wedding

It’s possible to buy a house and then have a more affordable wedding that doesn’t cost as much as a down payment. This is especially true if the backyard is large enough for a reception, which could be really nice. Nichole is the more convincing host because couples can follow a different path than engagement, marriage, and house. They can get a home first and then make that commitment.

Nicholas and Denise eloped after appearing on the show, proving that there are many options. It’s also fun to plan a more DIY wedding, whether an elopement or intimate wedding.

2 Sarah: Buying A House Is Really Tough

With HGTV decor series and Netflix series like Selling Sunset and Million Dollar Beach House, many people have seen a lot of home buyers make big decisions.

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But while Nichole shows each couple two to three houses, the truth is that buying a house can take a long time and can be a lot harder than it looks on TV. It can feel more tangible and realistic to plan a wedding, especially with Sarah’s help and good deals, and then figure out the home situation later on. People might also be nervous about picking a house and then regretting it, or feeling pressured to go with a place that they’re not completely sold on.

1 Nichole: Many Of The Couples Are In Less Than Great Living Situations

From living at home separately, as in the case of Emily and Braxton, to being in a smaller space, many of the couples on Marriage or Mortgage aren’t in their ideal apartments or houses.

For that reason, Nichole seems like the more convincing host, as she is able to help these couples move forward in their relationships and find a great solution. She listens to what everyone wants and needs, from a gym to an outdoor space, and she makes it easy and stress-free.

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Aya Tsintziras is a freelance writer who writes about pop culture and TV. She has a Political Science degree from the University of Toronto and a Masters of Journalism from Ryerson University. She loves coffee, reading, working out, and watching TV. She lives in Toronto with her husband.

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