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The Real Connection

The Real Connection

By: David McCall
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"Explore the world of real estate, home ownership, Renovation & Construction with our podcast! From buying and selling tips to interior design inspiration, we cover it all. Join us as we dive into the exciting and ever-changing landscape of the housing market, providing valuable insights and expert advice to help you navigate your real estate journey."© 2024 David McCall Economics
Episodes
  • Sean Santoro and Dave McCall interview Danielle Wellings-Carrierefrom One Source Moving Solutions.
    Jul 16 2024

    In this episode, Sean Santoro and Dave McCall interview Danielle Wellings-Carriere from One Source Moving Solutions. They discuss the services provided by One Source Moving Solutions, which include helping seniors, professionals, and families with transitioning and downsizing. They offer a range of services such as sorting, packing, moving, unpacking, and full set up. They also handle property clearance and content dispersal through discard, donation, and online auctioning. The conversation covers topics like dealing with the emotional strain of moving, downsizing, and purging belongings. They also discuss the handling of damaged items, the weirdest things they have moved, and the unique services offered by One Source Moving Solutions. ONESource Moving Solutions is a full-service moving company that offers a wide range of services to make the moving process stress-free for their clients. They provide services such as packing, organizing, cleaning, and even deep cleaning prior to listing a property. They also arrange for storage solutions, including portable storage bins and humidity-controlled storage units. The company has a strong focus on customer service and treats their employees with respect and flexibility. They have plans to expand across Canada and into the US through franchising.

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    33 mins
  • Sean Santoro and Dave McCall are joined by Kass DiPasquale from Kass Design Studio
    Jul 9 2024

    In this episode, Sean Santoro and Dave McCall are joined by Kass DiPasquale from Kass Design Studio. Kass shares her journey into the world of design and how she helps clients transform their spaces. She emphasizes the importance of asking a lot of questions to understand clients' needs, preferences, and lifestyle. Kass also discusses the challenges of working with clients who have vague ideas and constantly changing preferences. She shares her approach of providing a few options at a time and guiding clients through the decision-making process. The episode concludes with a discussion about current design trends and Kass's experience working on large-scale commercial and residential projects. In this conversation, Kass DiPasquale from Kass Design Studio discusses the importance of hiring a designer for home renovations and the benefits they bring. She emphasizes the value of having someone to navigate the renovation process, handle subcontractors, and be an advocate for the homeowner. Kass also highlights the importance of understanding priorities and budget when it comes to design choices. She mentions that she can provide design consultations for various projects, including auxiliary dwelling units (ADUs).

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    37 mins
  • Sam Clark from Toolcan joins the podcast to discuss handyman services the good and bad.
    Jun 23 2024

    Sam Clark from Toolcans joins the podcast to discuss his mobile handyman service. Toolcans provides assistance with a variety of small to large tasks, from door knobs, to home improvements and furniture assembly, they can do it all. They focus on being an on-time service and cater to a variety of structures, including residential, commercial, and rental properties. Sam shares that they often receive calls from seniors and veterans and strive to provide quality service to them. The name Toolcans originated from Sam's childhood nickname, Two Can Sam, and reflects the company's local, small, and memorable image. Sam Clark, the owner of Toolcans, shares his journey of starting a handyman service company in Canada. He talks about his background in the military and how he ended up in Canada. Sam emphasizes the importance of providing quality service and attention to detail in his business. He also discusses the challenges of finding the right people to work for his company and the importance of having the right mindset. Sam's goal is to leave a legacy for his children through his company. The conversation highlights the value of word-of-mouth referrals and the long-term effects of providing excellent service.

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    32 mins
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