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Stager Invasion

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Lisa Lynch, Where to watch: TLC)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 11.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Show about upping homes' sellability isn't aimed at kids.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The message that you don't need a lot of money to make a house sell-able is a large part of the show.  The show also promotes teamwork and sticking to a deadline.
 

What to watch out for

  • Role models:

    The star/hostess can be something of a martinet -- driving her crew, complaining, and generally freaking out at times.

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Lots of "gateway" language like "damn," "sucks," "frickin'," and "hell," as well as the occasional bleeped word (often during particularly stressful moments).

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Stager Invasion

Parents need to know that although the star/hostess of this show about families who need help selling their homes can be a little harsh in her assessments of the homes and hard on her crew, she also gives sellers realistic, practical advice. Kids aren't likely to be interested, but if they are, the use of some "gateway" swear words (usually used in the heat of an intense moment) like "crap," "sucks," and "hell" is about as iffy as the content gets.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the fact that many of the featured families are selling their homes to avoid foreclosure. Parents, ask your kids about what they're hearing about the current financial crisis. Are they worried? If so, address their concerns.
  • Parents can also ask their kids what they might want to change about their own houses. What did you learn about selling homes from the show? What parts of your house reflect your family's personal taste? Why isn't that always a good thing?
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