We end up settling for a fixer-upper, which at times feels like a nightmare rather than a dream come true.
我们最后只能住进一栋破房，这有时感觉像一场噩梦，而非什么成真的美梦。
2
Five years ago, my husband and I found ourselves faced with the opportunity to own a "fixer-upper" house, with the potential to make a profit if we ever decided to sell it.
五年前，我和我的丈夫有了一个拥有一栋“待修”房子的机会，而且如果我们要卖掉它的话可能会赚钱。
3
After moving into your dream fixer-upper, you start hearing your child whispering when they're alone.