From ‘The Block‘ to ‘Grand Designs‘, home renovation and real estate shows have become a true small screen phenomenon, captivating audiences with dramatic transformations and inspiring home renovators and DIY enthusiasts at the same time. But for any wannabe property reality star, there’s a big unanswered question: what does it actually take to get onto one? Scott Cam and Shelly Craft from The Block. Picture: supplied Whether you you’re a home owner with a property that needs some serious TLC, or just an avid interiors fan with design aspirations, exactly how do you go from reality TV dreaming to landing a spot on a property show? Turns out, there’s a competitive and sometimes convoluted casting process that goes on behind-the-scenes. From crafting a compelling application, to tips to trump the competition and how to nail your audition tape, read on as the producers behind some of Australia’s most popular property programmes reveal the secrets of the casting process.