Marge tells Homer that life is passing them by. She pressures him to make a conscious effort to get out of the house more often. Homer responds by taking Marge to a police-seized property auction. There he purchases a 1960s hot-rod convertible, formerly the property of a now-incarcerated Jailbird. During the ride home, Marge voices her displeasure with her husband’s irresponsible driving. Homer stop the car and lets Marge exit the vehicle. As she begins walking, Marge notices Lionel Hutz selling real estate. Hutz convinces her the career is a rewarding one. Marge passes a real estate exam and, soon afterward, is hired by Hutz to sell homes.

At first, Marge is completely enamored of her new, seemingly exciting career. But Marge’s honesty affects her ability as a salesperson: she cannot but help point out the flaws in every dwelling. Hutz warns her that any employee who fails to sell a house in their first week automatically loses their job. Filled with determination, Marge tells her family she will sell a house, no matter what it takes. The next day, the Flanders take an interest in a beautiful home. Unbeknownst to them, several previous owners were savagely murdered within. Marge keeps the house’s tragic history a secret and cements the deal.

Marge’s colleagues, friends, and family congratulate her on the sale. Meanwhile, Jailbird escapes from prison, having vowed to commit bodily harm against the individual who purchased his convertible. As Homer is cruising down a city street, Jailbird suddenly jumps into the passenger seat. A struggle ensues, and Homer loses control of the automobile. Shortly after a guilt-ridden Marge accepts the Flanders’ deposit check, the convertible crashes into the house, demolishing it. Relieved, Marge returns the money. When Hutz discovers what happened, he promptly fires Marge.