In the film, A New Lease on Christmas, the protagonist, a real estate agent named Kerry, is tasked with evicting Simon, the owner of a popular coffee shop in the town, to make room for a big-box store. Kerry is excited about the job since it could lead to a promotion, but after meeting Simon, she quickly realizes he isn't just a business owner, but a part of the community.
Simon is handsome, charming, and just the type of guy Kerry would date. Kerry, however, knows she can't tell Simon about her job since it might cause him to not trust her. Instead, Kerry tries to distance herself from Simon, but fate keeps bringing them back together. They end up working together on organizing events for a Christmas charity and slowly start to fall for each other.
Kerry is conflicted about her newfound feelings since she doesn't want to hurt Simon, and she knows her job requires her to evict him. She starts to question her values and whether her job is worth ruining someone's livelihood and the town's sense of community.
As Christmas approaches, Kerry must make a decision, and she realizes that her love for Simon and the town outweighed any promotion or job opportunity. She decides to not evict Simon and finds another solution that benefits everyone.
In the end, Kerry and Simon are happily together, and the town's community is stronger than ever. A New Lease on Christmas is a heartwarming holiday romance that reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas – love, family, and togetherness.