The Wizard of House Podcast: Recent Episodes

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On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips that will help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

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Are you ready to learn about mortgages today? 

In this episode of Wizard of House, Mr. T talks with Freddy Kling of Simplicity Mortgage about numbers, mortgages, changes in the market, and what it’s like to apply for a loan. 

Mr. T has you covered, he will guide you to success.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

00:00 Intro/Guest Introduction 
01:46 Freddy Kling 
03:27 Liking Numbers 
6:01 Changes This Year 
10:14 How’s The Market? 
17:20 Applying For A Mortgage 
30:30 Qualify With Locked Interest Rate 
34:18 Do You Have Any Good Stories? 
37:52 Bank Vs. Mortgage Broker 

Simplicity Mortgage is a local mortgage brokerage, ready to provide our clients with a smooth and successful home financing experience.   Equipped with a large loan portfolio and years of experience, we have the products and expertise to help you close your next purchase or refinance.
Contact Freddy Kling
386.401.9000
INFO@SIMMORTGAGE.COM
https://www.simmortgage.com/teamsimplicity

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian 
Executive Realty Group 
386.299.8989
www.MrTSells.com 

mortgageexperts #mortgagebroker  #realtorlife #mortgagerates #interestrates #realestatemarket

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Learn How To Keep Bugs Out Of Your Home From A Pest Control Expert!  Today's show we have a pest control expert, Jonathan Stoddard of Imperial Pest Prevention, and he explains the different types of licenses needed for an inspector, termite bonds and inspections, the various types of roaches found in the home, and how to get rid of them, plus we talk about those pesty ghost ants.  

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

00:00 Introduction 05:55 Services provided by Imperial Pest 07:02 Types of pest inspections 10:00 Wood Destroying Organism inspection 14:26 Costs of inspections and treatments 16:00 Block homes  23:20 Termite inspections and treatments in Florida 25:10 Types of termite treatments and repair bonds 36:20 American roaches – management and prevention tips 46:45 German cockroach treatments   50:53 Imperial Pest Prevention is a full-service company

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian  Executive Realty Group  www.MrTSells.com 

Imperial Pest Prevention https://www.imperialpestprevent.com/  @Imperial Pest Prevention  

pestcontrol  #critters #termites #bugs #ants #realtorlife #mrt #pestprotocol #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #prevention #homeinspection

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As a realtor, I am often asked “Should I repaint my house before selling it"? It can be a challenging task and one best for a professional to complete. Today I have Maurice Ragot with "A Classic Touch Painting" to discuss the process of painting a home, from choosing the correct colors, the types of texture, primer or no primer, interior and exterior, and much more. Any questions you may have about paint, get answered today.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr. T.” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

00:00 Introduction 04:35 Commercial and residential painting 06:10 Selecting colors 09:15 Different types of paints 12:40 Applying paint to a surface 16:35 Stucco finished surfaces 23:13 How often to paint houses in Florida 26:17 Memorable painting jobs and challenges 31:26 Preparation and application of epoxy finishes 42:20 Maintaining the outside of your home 45:17 Refinishing kitchen cabinets 48:10 Company information

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group www.MrTSells.com

homepainting #floridahome #realtorlife #mrt #painter #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #remodel #floridaweather #daytonabeach #exteriordesign

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Are you a homeowner unsure about getting hurricane shutters for your home? Did you know that installing them can save you money on your home insurance? Mr. T. has a hurricane shutter expert on today's podcast, the founder of APS Hurricane Protection and Windows, Tim Stipanovic. You will learn about the various types of shutters, the most economical ones, and the installation procedure and maintenance of owning shutters. Oh, by the way, we recorded this podcast during hurricane Ian.

Your home’s entry points; windows and doors are the most vulnerable, during a hurricane. Protecting those entry points can drastically alter potential outcomes of storms, protecting more than just your home, but also keeping your family and keepsakes safe, dry, and with you.

According to NBC News, installing impact windows and accordion shutters can cost an average of over $4,000. They affirm that homeowners “who live in wind-prone areas could see a 10-15% credit on their policy for wind protection upgrades.”

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group www.MrTSells.com

APS Hurrican Protection and Windows https://apshurricaneprotection.com/

0:00 Introduction 4:00 Different types of window protection 8:21 How Tim got his start 12:02 Bahama shutters 14:09 Colonial shutters 14:54 Accordion shutters 18:00 Blending the shutters 20:00 Evaluating options 21:08 Impact double pane windows 23:00 Switch and remote-powered shutters 25:22 Recommendations for hurricane preparation 30:20 How Tim protects his house 33:13 Outro

hurricane #floridahome #realtorlife #mrt #shutters #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #storm #hurricaneshutters #floridaweather #daytonabeach

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Are you a homeowner with a pool and can't decide if you should clean it yourself or hire a pool service company? First a couple of questions: Do you know how often you should service your pool or what type of chemicals to use? How long should your pool run during the day? Do I need a saltwater pool or a chlorine-based pool? Each pool is different and In today's episode, those questions and many more get answered when Mr. T. and his guest, Matt Superior of Matt's Superior Pool Services, dive into the deep end of pool maintenance, costs, the types of pools, and the challenges pool homeowners encounter each season.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group www.MrTSells.com

Matt's Superior Pool Services https://www.facebook.com/mattssuperiorpoolsllc/

0:00 Episode Introduction 2:00 Matt Cavarretta 5:15 What Sets Matt apart 6:00 The Pool’s Environment 8:57 Saltwater pools and chlorine-based pools 13:30 One-Stop Shopping 15:10 Algae Buildup 18:45 Pool Timer Settings 21:30 Electric and Gas Pool Heaters 23:38 Leaks In Your Pool 25:44 Advice for Homeowners 27:45 Hurricanes and Cold Weather 32:30 Contact information 34:10 Episode Outro

pools #floridahome #realtorlife #mrt #pool #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #poolservices

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Considering Having An Home Automation System Installed? Automate your lights, surveillance, cameras, audio, appliances, and much more! Mr. T sits down with an expert in home automation systems, Chris Lozano of Precise Audio. Chirs gives all the details on the here-to-stay trend and why you should have an automated home. 

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian  Executive Realty Group  www.MrTSells.com 

Chris Lozano  Precise Audio  https://preciseaudiofl.com/

0:00 Episode preview 1:35 Chris Lozano with Precise Audio 4:40 Latest trends in home automation 7:05 Procedures for automation setups 11:40 People stayed home during the pandemic 15:40 Outdoor systems 19:30 Surveillance packages 22:48 Centralized App 27:12 Contact Information 28:35 Show Outro

homeautomation  #automated #realtorlife #mrt #installation #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #homerealestate

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Can't Decide Whether To Buy New Home Construction? We answer the questions that potential buyers want to know about new home construction. What are the costs? How long will it take? Who pays the closing costs? Can I bring my own realtor?

Mr. T's guest, Kadie Myers of ICI Homes, gives all the details on new home construction, the history of ICI homes, and the future plans of ICI.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts, and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips to help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group www.MrTSells.com

Kadie Myers ICI Homes www.ICIHomes.com

0:00 Episode Introduction 1:20 Kadie Myers of ICI Homes 5:00 The 1st Customer 7:55 New Commercial Properties 9:45 ICI Design Center 14:00 Buying A New Home 18:50 ICI Team Members 25:45 Why ICI? 30:05 Closing Costs 34:25 Bringing the Outside In 43:00 Realtor Policy 46:35 Contact Information 48:47 Episode Outro

newhomeconstruction #icihomes #realtorlife #mrt #newhomes #floridarealestate

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Do you have standing water in your yard or washouts? How about learning how to achieve better yard drainage? Mr. T's guest today, Derek Jensen from Backyard Dirt Works, is an expert in drainage solutions, 

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips that will help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian  Executive Realty Group  www.MrTSells.com 

Backyard Dirt Works https://www.facebook.com/backyarddirtworks/

0:00 Introduction 2:50 Backyard Dirt Works Company History 5:30 Derek Jensen's Background 7:15 Port Orange Water Problems 11:00 Grading of Homes 13:25 Downspouts and Decorative Curbing 17:18 Methods To Manage Water 23:25 Solutions  27:50 Maintenance is VERY IMPORTANT 32:15 Homes on Lakes 37:10 Contact Information

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Have you ever wondered how much it costs to replace your roof? Do you need to replace your entire roof or just a section? What is the right underlayment for me? Are gutter guards any good for my roof? What type of policy should I have for my roof? Today on the Wizard of House Mr. T’s guest, Dave Fuit of Astro Roofing Inc in Volusia County, is a roofing expert. He answers all roofing questions that every homeowner needs to know.  

Astro Roofing Inc. is a family-owned and operated roofing company established in 1986. As a top-rated roofer in East Florida’s greater Daytona Beach area, we have worked all over the state including the re-building effort in the south after Hurricane Andrew, “storm of the Century in 1993”, and hurricanes Charlie, Frances, and Jean.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips that will help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

Dave Fuity Astro Roofing Inc. https://astroroofinginc.com/

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian  Executive Realty Group  www.MrTSells.com 

0:00 Intro 1:00 Episode Topic “Roofs” 2:20 Dave Fuit of Astro Roofing 5:05 Types of Shingles 9:15 RCV ACV Policies 12:05 Lifting of Shingles 12:35 Day to Day Activities  18:20 Maintenance of Your Roof 20:20 Leaf Guards 25:00 Hail Damage Repair 27:40 Peel and Stick Underlayment 34:50 Start to Finish Roofing Process 38:52 Boats and Cars 42:00 Contact Information

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Everything You Need To Know About Insurance with Steve Hall of East Coast Insurors and Mr. T on today's episode of Wizard of House. Florida has 8% of all insurance claims in the US, but 75% of all lawsuits against insurance claims.

On the Wizard of House podcast, Lee “Mr T” Toutounchian pulls back the curtain on residential real estate and reveals the process of turning a house into a home for buyers and sellers. The podcast features casual conversations with homeowners, industry experts and a variety of guests about their failures, successes, and overall experience in real estate. Mr. T also shares advice, strategies, and tips that will help pave a yellow brick road for real estate success.

0:00 Introduction 2:17 Steve's Knowledge 3:35 Florida Insurance Has Dramatically Changed 4:45 Insurance Company Bankruptcies  6:15 Legal Issues in Florida 11:00 Age of your Roof 16:05 Coverage's 21:20 Hail Damage 32:00 Public vs Private Insurance 42:20 Replace my roof, why? 46:40 Contact Steve and Mr. T

Steve Hall  East Coast Insurors https://www.eastcoastinsurors.com/

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group  wwwMrTSells.com

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Do you have title insurance yet? If not, you may change your mind after listening to today's episode with our guest, Southern Title's CEO and President Shelley Stewart. 

0:00 Introduction 1:30 What is Title Insurance 4:10 Land Records Date To Original Settlers 6:20 Stamps Costs 8:15 What Does a Title Company Do? 14:10 Cyber Fraud and Bad Actors 19:05 Wire Fraud 21:30 Southern Title Cyber Security 24:25 City Lien Search 27:35 Condo Fees 31:20 Don't Leave Anybody in the Dark 33:20 Preparing for a Closing 35:00 Southern Title Contact

Shelley Stewart CEO and President of Southern Title https://www.stitle.com/

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group  wwwMrTSells.com

Realestate

daytona

Florida

Mortgage

Lending

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Are you familiar with all the steps in an home inspection? Have you had a home inspection?  On episode 5 of Wizard of House,  Mr T has guest Matt Korr from Korr & Company LLC as they discuss the ins and outs of residential home inspections.

0:00 Introduction 1:50 Matt Korr's experience 3:20 Why get a home inspection? 7:15 Important steps to a sale 12:40 Get inspection while under home warranty 13:30 Certifications 16:00 Mold Inspection 19:10 Mobile Homes 25:30 4 Point Inspection 27:30 Inspection Estimate 33:12 Contact Us

Matt Korr Certified Master Inspector Licensed UAS (Drone) Pilot Learn More https://homeinspectionfl.com/

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group  wwwMrTSells.com

Realestate

portorangeFL

Florida

TermiteInspection

HomeInspection

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Ever wonder what your credit score rating needs to be to qualify for a loan?  Do you know how to check your credit score? In episode 4 of Wizard of House,  Mr T has guest Seth Jones from Movement Mortgage as they discuss the necessary steps needed to qualify for a mortgage.

Seth Jones | Branch Leader Email seth.jones@movement.com Apply or Learn More https://movement.com/lo/seth-jones/ www.movement.com 

Lee "Mr. T" Toutounchian Executive Realty Group  wwwMrTSells.com

Realestate

portorangeFL

Florida

Mortgage

Lending

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In episode 3, Mr T explains the terminology used in the real estate world. Those who are new to real estate, or want a better understanding of the basics around real estate, this episode is for you.

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In Episode 2, JD and Mr T. discuss how the global supply chain has affected the real estate market and what can buyers and sellers can expect in the year 2022.

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In part 2 of Episode 1, Mr. T speaks with one of his very first home buyers George Daniels where they discuss the challenges of moving his family from out of state to the sunshine state. Sit back and enjoy!

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On the first episode of the Wizard of House podcast, we get to meet our host Lee "Mr T" Toutounchian. He is a successful realtor with Executive Realty Group in Port Orange Florida and on today's episode he shares his story on what brought him to America and how he started his career in real estate.