Tools of the Trade

[Geoff Bishop]

What computing & other tools do Investors use, and why?
I'm thinking about the following toolset:

HOME COMPUTER  Desktop Computer with 2 monitors, full keyboard, full mouse, printer, scanner, and MS Office Software.  This will let me do serious analysis and research work at home.

MOBILE COMPUTER  None.  No Laptop.  Will use a mobile phone instead, when on the go.

TABLET COMPUTER  None.  No Tablet.  I find these to be toys, and not serious business devices.  Plus, with only one real computer, I won't have to worry about syncing any files.

PHONE  Large screen Android phone with Bluetooth headset for phone calls.  Larger screen will be good for browsing the web when I'm in the field.  (I'm sure iPhones are fine; I'm just not an Apple person.)  Hopefully I can find one that makes dictation easy; Seems like that might be useful.

VEHICLE  What is an ideal vehicle for property hunting, showing, and deal-making?  I'm thinking a sedan or SUV.  I need to trade in my little 350Z for something a bit more real-state focused.

Are fax machines still necessary?  Video Camera?  Still-Shot Camera?  What tools do you love?