What are Ben and Erin Napier doing now?

Ben and Erin Napier are back with a new HGTV series: What we know about 'Home Town Kickstart' Your favorite HGTV couple, Ben and Erin Napier, are back! "This is so big," Erin, an artist and graphic designer, says in an exclusive sneak peek of Napier's new show "Home Town Kickstart" published by People on Sunday.

Are Ben and Erin moving to the country?

The couple revealed that they're currently working on the wood floors in their new house outside Laurel, Mississippi. "We bought a house out in the country to give our girls a place where we can all get away together without having to really get away," Ben explained.

Are Ben and Erin Napier still together?

November 2008. The duo tied the knot at the University of Mississippi's Paris Yates Chapel on November 22, 2008. “13 years ago we became family then went to NYC for Thanksgiving. Every year on our anniversary week, I'm so very thankful for you and the life we've made together,” Erin wrote via Instagram in November 2021 ...

Do Ben and Erin still live in Laurel?

Erin Napier and Ben Napier have become one of HGTV's most popular couples with their hit show, Home Town. The pair are home improvement experts who live in the historic district of Laurel, Mississippi.

Why did Ben Napier stop being a pastor?

He used to be a minister himself.

He resigned in 2014 to further hone his skills as a woodworker and to focus on his and Erin's businesses, Laurel Mercantile Co.

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What religion is Ben and Erin?

As they navigate their lives in the spotlight, one thing they will always keep at the forefront of everything they do is their Christian faith. Ben, the son of two Methodist ministers, grew up in a religious household. After meeting Erin and tying the knot in 2008, the couple moved in together in Laurel, Mississippi.

Is Home Town real or staged?

They use a lot of the couple's existing furniture. Anything custom-made for a home is given to the family, but most of the staged items are taken back unless homeowners are willing to pay an extra fee. It may seem deceptive. But HGTV fans should know by now not to believe everything they see on renovation shows.

What disease does Erin Napier have?

Erin revealed that she was diagnosed with a perforated appendix. Fast-forward 8 years and the Home Town Takeover star is still experiencing troubling symptoms. The touching subject is even a topic she's included in Make Something Good Today: A Memoir, the book she and Ben wrote.

Is Mallory related to Erin on Home Town?

He and Erin (Rasberry Napier) are first cousins — their dad's are brothers.

Does Ben really work on Home Town?

Ben, along with his wife and Home Town co-host, Erin, revealed in a July 2021 interview on the “Biscuits & Jam” podcast, that Ben is not a contractor. Instead, he largely spends his time honing his furniture-making skills and is considered a woodworker — which is evident in just about every episode of Home Town.

How much do they get paid on Home Town?

Home Town salaries explored

Fixer Upper hosts Chip and Joanna reportedly make around $30,000 per episode, as reported by Business Insider. So, it's likely that Ben and Erin receive a similar pay cheque, due to the five-season success of the renovation series.

Why was Home Town Cancelled?

'Home Town' is not cancelled; new episodes will air later in 2022 on HGTV. Home Town Season 6 premiered in late December 2021. The mid-season finale aired April 3. Since then, there's been a Home Town drought on HGTV.

Who paid for the renovations on Home Town Takeover?

The Home Town Takeover renovations are paid for in part by the homeowners of the property.

Are the Napiers moving?

The Napiers' new country retreat is coming along! The Home Town stars revealed the news that they were working on renovating an older home to be an out-of-town getaway for their family of four exclusively to PEOPLE in a January cover story.

Can you hire Ben and Erin Napier?

Erin and Ben Napier's Store, Laurel Mercantile, Is Currently Hiring — Here's How to Apply. Working with the Napiers sounds like a dream!

How many houses have Ben and Erin renovated in Laurel Mississippi?

"Erin and I have renovated more than 80 homes in Laurel for Home Town and we've seen how these improvements change a community for the better," says Ben. "Now, with help from HGTV, we're going to continue what we started and help more small towns across the country."

What happened to Kendall's husband on Home Town?

Kendall's episode was one of the most-watched episodes in Home Town history. If you missed it, she shared how her late husband, Kurt, passed away unexpectedly in an accident only two years after their wedding.

What does Jim Rasberry do for a living?

You've probably seen Jim Rasberry, co-owner of Laurel Mercantile and CEO of Rasberry Financial, helping Ben Napier in multiple episodes of Home Town. His most notable title is CBS Sunday Morning's biggest fan.

What does Lauren Napier do for a living?

Lauren Napier is determined to make a name for herself on her own terms. She could have rested on a career as a celebrity makeup artist working with Estee Lauder, M.A.C. Cosmetics and Saturday Night Live. Or been satisfied with having her work featured in fashion magazines like Vogue, Vanity Fair and Essence.

What is wrong with Ben and Erin's new baby?

On Mother's Day in 2017, Erin and Ben found out they were expecting their first child. The news came as a surprise to the couple after Erin was diagnosed with a perforated appendix. “It was a new lease on life.

Are Home Town couple still together?

They've been married for 13 years now.

What is Ben and Erin worth?

As of 2021, Erin and Ben's combined net worth is about $5 million. The pair's HGTV series fame and small enterprises in Laurel, Mississippi have allowed them to amass a significant fortune.

Do the homeowners on Home Town keep the furniture?

"The homeowners' budget usually does allow for lots of pieces they get to keep and the custom pieces @scotsman.co builds for each home," Napier explains in a lengthy Instagram post, adding that she also likes to use the homeowner's own furnishings as much as possible.

Who is the floor guy on Home Town?

Mike 'the floor guy' is actually called Mike Husers and he's an OG in the world of home improvement. He's the owner of GM Hardwood Floors which is a family business of over 20 years that specialises in hardwood flooring.