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Carolla begins by expressing his frustration at the casual manner in which high-value purchases are handled, drawing from real-life anecdotes. He recounts a recent encounter at an open house in Malibu for a $7.6 million property where the realtor could not provide basic details about the house's history or its square footage. His irritation points to a broader trend of neglect in sectors where expertise, particularly in real estate and automotive sales, should be paramount. He contrasts this with the comprehensive knowledge associated with buying a smartphone or a relatively inexpensive sandwich, suggesting that familiarity and expertise are paradoxically reserved for lower stakes.