Tools You Can Use – Essential Gadgets for Home Buyers & Realtors
In Episode 67 of the TorontoLiving’s Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the chaotic yet insightful world of essential tools for home buyers and realtors.
They discuss a range of gadgets including tape measures, flashlights, moisture meters, and EMF readers, sharing practical tips and personal anecdotes. The episode also features lively banter about their week, with foodie adventures in Yorkdale’s food court and a reminder about the importance of the vacant home tax. Tune in for useful advice mixed with humor and real-life stories.
Top Tools
1. Measuring Tape – https://www.amazon.ca/Craftsman-Measure-Self-Lock-25-Foot-CMHT37225S/dp/B07QG3ZXQC?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB
2. Flashlight – https://www.olightstore.ca/baton-4-powerful-edc-flashlight-1300-lumens?srsltid=AfmBOoqN7NZoCZAy5S_iGjwgDLyGH4Dv7E_F4Hc8XQUtEdUoxBEZcrPu_9g
3. Electric Outlet Tester – https://www.homedepot.ca/product/klein-tools-gfci-receptacle-tester/1001012662?eid=PS_GO_140203__ALL_PLA-526641&pid=1001012662
4. Moisture Meter – https://www.amazon.ca/General-Tools-Instruments-MMD4E-Moisture/dp/B00275F5O2?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB
5. Sound Meter – https://www.amazon.ca/Tadeto-Digital-Sound-Level-Meter/dp/B09G6HLNVV?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A22D7Q75YKXJL2
6. EMF Reader – https://www.amazon.ca/Meter-TESMEN-Hound-200-Detector-Electromagnetic/dp/B0CKVZFT5T?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A18WSJ5TNTJ1LS
7. Sun Tracker App – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sun-tracker-ar/id1460472433
8. Colorsnap Visualizer – https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/color-tools/colorsnap-mobile
9. Home Styler App – https://www.homestyler.com/room-design-app
10. Door Shim – https://www.homedepot.ca/product/everbilt-brown-rubber-door-stopper-2-pack/1000100117?eid=PS_GO_140203__ALL_PLA-526641&pid=1000100117
(00:00) Introduction and Episode Overview
(00:43) Meet Your Hosts: Marc and Joey
(02:22) Weekly Catch-Up: Food Adventures
(10:04) Real Estate Tools and Tips
(12:14) Toronto News and Updates
(19:53) Bank Competition and Renewal Season Tips
(20:19) Lightening the Mood with a Hilarious Zoo Story
(22:20) Apps, Hacks, and Gadgets for Home Buyers
(23:11) Essential Tools for Realtors and Home Buyers
(26:46) Advanced Gadgets for Home Inspections
(32:17) Fun and Unusual Tools for Home Buyers
(40:10) Practical Tips and Final Thoughts
(43:11) Shoutouts and Closing Remarks
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