Could the secret to buying a healthier home start with choosing the right realtor? Tune in as holistic realtor and building biology advocate Tori McGee shares how her unique approach helps buyers spot red flags and uncover hidden health risks such as poor indoor air quality, moisture issues, and environmental exposures during the home-buying process. From finding signs of water damage and navigating disclosures to radon testing and requesting CLUE reports, Tori equips listeners with practical tips for making informed, health-conscious real estate decisions. Whether you're looking for your next home or supporting someone else through the process, this interview reveals why hiring a holistic realtor could be one of the wisest choices you make.
Episode Highlights:
- What is holistic real estate, and how does Tori McGee use it to help buyers find healthy homes? (2:56)
- What inspired Tori to specialize in holistic realty? (4:10)
- How does Tori assess the health of a home before an offer is made? (7:21)
- What listing red flags might signal hidden issues with a home’s health? (10:37)
- How can buyers uncover as much information as possible about a property, and what should they know about disclosures and the legal doctrine “buyer beware”? (11:35)
- How can buyers get the inspections they want while still having their contract accepted? (14:42)
- Is mold or water damage a required disclosure in the state of Georgia? What can a CLUE report reveal? (17:47)
- Is it a red flag when a seller paints their home prior to putting it on the market? (21:37)
- If you discover problems with a home, is it best to walk away, ask the seller to fix it, or negotiate? (23:09)
- Which home features tend to be more problematic for your health? (30:04)
- What additional features do health-conscious buyers look for in a home? (31:47)
- What tips does Tori have for health-conscious home buyers? (34:06)
- How can you find a holistic realtor near you? (35:45)
Links Mentioned in Interview:
The Five Signs of Water Damage: https://changetheairfoundation.org/free-downloads/
Radon 101: Test, Mitigate, Breathe Easyhttps://changetheairfoundation.org/radon-101-test-mitigate-breathe-easy/
Start Here tab: https://changetheairfoundation.org/mold-water-damage/
An IEP’s Perspective: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home Interview With Michael Schrantz: https://cA Home Inspector’s Perspective: Tips for Buying and Renting a Healthier Home
Interview with Cy Porter: https://changetheairfoundation.org/a-home-inspectors-perspective-tips-for-buying-and-renting-a-healthier-home/
An IEP’s Perspective Part 2: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home Interview With Michael Schrantz: https://changetheairfoundation.org/an-ieps-perspective-part-2-tips-for-buying-renting-a-healthier-home/
A Builder’s Perspective: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home Interview With Brian Tinker:https://changetheairfoundation.org/a-builders-perspective-tips-for-buying-renting-interview-with-brian-tinker/
A Home Inspector’s Perspective: Tips for Buying & Renting a Healthier Home Interview With CY Porter:
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