The popularity of reality television has increasingly risen to extremes in recent years, and among the numerous reality T.V. shows that have become so hot these days are those pertaining to the real estate field. Not only do these real estate geared reality T.V. shows provide great entertainment, they also play an important role in educating and aspiring real estate agents, investors, buyers and sellers. The HGTV cable television network produces the most programming of real estate based television shows with high ratings and success. Other cable networks targeting this real estate trend in reality television are TLC, Bravo and A & E. Here's a list of a few of the most popular real estate reality t.v. shows:

"Property Virgins": Takes viewers inside the intense world of house hunting through the eyes of first- time home buyers. (HGTV) Tuesdays 9:30 pm/10:30 central

"Income Property": Real estate expert Scott McGillivray helps first-time home buyers turn their home into a moneymaker to help with their mortgage. (HGTV) Wednesdays 8 p.m/ 7 central

"Property Brothers": Real estate's twin brother duo, Jonathan and Drew Scott, help couples find, buy and transform extreme fixer-uppers into the ultimate dream home. (HGTV) Wednesdays 9 p.m./ 8 central

"House Hunters & House Hunters International": Takes viewers behind the scenes as individuals, couples and families learn what to look for and decide whether or not a home is meant for them. (HGTV) Every weeknight 10 p.m./ 9 central

"Bought & Sold": This series is all about the reality of real estate, focusing on the stories and high drama behind the sales and lengths brokers will to complete sales. (HGTV) Mondays 10:30 p.m/9:30 c

"Secrets that Sell" : This series features real estate pros that make sure their sellers leave no money at the table at closing. They use their expertise to size up homes that have trouble selling. They detail the short list of must-do's to maximize home value and generate offers. (HGTV) Tuesdays 9 p.m./ 8 c

"Get it Sold" : Helps people who haven't been able to sell their house in a softening real estate market. (HGTV) Wednesdays 8:30 pm/ 7:30 c

"Million Dollar Listings": This docu-series follows ambitious real estate agents as they give viewers an inside look into the aggressive, high stakes world of real estate's high end market as they close multimillion dollar deals at a face pace. (Bravo) 10 p.m./9 c

For more information on current real estate market trends or for assistance buying or selling a property, call Bristol Properties International. In Boca Raton, call 561-347-1303 or in Naples, call 239-352-6400 or email info@bristolre.com.