
Trade Secrets Inspections Podcast
Join host Rick Kooyman of Trade Secrets Inspections and stay in the know. In each episode, Rick shares cutting edge insight on the best ways to protect you most valuable asset... your home.
Podcasting since 2021 • 21 episodes
Trade Secrets Inspections Podcast
Latest Episodes
TSI Season 2 Podcast # 7 NABOR vs. FAR Bar, Real Estate Contracts in Naples, FL
Sergio DeCesare and Rick Kooyman discuss the nuances of real estate contracts in Naples, Florida, specifically the board contract, the neighbor contract, and the state contract called the Fire bar. Rick emphasizes the importance of due diligenc...
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53:49

TSI Season 2 Podcast #6: Radon: An Invisible Threat
Rick Kooyman from Trade Secrets Inspections discusses the importance of radon testing in homes, emphasizing that radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause cancer and is the second leading cause of cancer after smoking. He explains that ...
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TSI Season 2 Podcast #5: Foundations and Floors
Sergio and Rick discuss the impracticality of basements in Florida due to the water table. Rick presents a case study of a house on a barrier island with a basement, highlighting structural issues like water intrusion, mold, and compromised fou...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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28:55

TSI Season 2 Podcast # 4 : How the Weather Affects Everything
Sergio DeCesare and Rick Kooyman discuss the impact of Florida's weather on homes. Rick explains how the sun's energy heats the Earth, creating temperature differentials and resulting in wind and thunderstorms. He emphasizes the role of humidit...
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31:58

TSI Season 2 Podcast #3 Navigating Insurance Demands
Join Rick and Sergio of Max Business Profits as they discuss how inspections and forms are crucial for avoiding PMI and meeting insurance requirements. Let Rick guide you through some of the ins and outs of the affect on policy holders.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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