State48 Homeowner Podcast

Financial Advisor Michael Klein talks with Scott Kooiman about retirement planning, including different types of retirement accounts, how much to save, and where to save to set yourself up for the lifestyle you want in retirement .

Brian Kabat and Joseph Burks from Ace Hardware talk with Scott Kooiman about outdoor living in Arizona, including outdoor cooking options, misting systems, outdoor furniture, gas fireplaces, lighting, and more.

Scott Kooiman talks with interior designer Jem Funk about the interior design trends as we move into 2023.

Scott Kooiman talks about household donations with Christina Kiser with Sunshine Acres Children's Home and Anika Robinson with ASA Now. Both organizations help children experience a family environment, and both have a big need for clothing, games, books, furniture, and more. Join us as we talk about how you can give your items, and what happens when you do.

In this special episode of the State 48 Homeowner Podcast, join us as we delve into the lease purchase program. Discover why lease purchase has gained popularity, how it works, and who can benefit from this alternative route to homeownership. Learn about the advantages, potential outcomes, and why now is the perfect time to consider lease purchase. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stabilize y...

Josh Leon, a Mesa Police Department Sergeant and a father to small children, talks with Scott Kooiman about firearm safety in the home, including firearm usage, storage, and training habits to take to ensure your family's safety.

75% of Americans have fallen victim to package theft from their front porch. Scott Kooiman talks about the "porch pirate" epidemic and what homeowners can do to minimize package loss, as well as discussing things that probably should work, but don't.

Scott Kooiman talks with interior designer Jem Funk about residential lighting design, including current trends for recessed lighting, decorative and portable lighting, new technology, and landscape lighting.

Andrea Brundage joins us again as she and Scott Kooiman talk about a new concept – Rightsizing – and how that helps homeowners live sensibly within the bounds of their homes.

Steve Farrington, Branch Manager of Cross Country Mortgage, talks with Scott Kooiman about the economy, housing and lending markets, foreclosures, and recession projections after Tuesday's elections.

Brian Kabat and Joseph Burks from Ace Hardware talk with Scott Kooiman about how to keep our electric and gas bills down by conserving electricity and water.

We talk about grilling and smoking meats with Traeger aficionados Josh Havens and Jason Hogue, including meat selection, equipment, and best practices.

Sometimes the most dangerous things for pets aren't things that are dangerous to humans. Dr. Nicole Moss joins us again to talk about common household toxins and what we need to know to keep our pets safe.

Susanne Lynch talks with Scott Kooiman about her kitchen remodel. Subscribers will remember Susanne from Episode 35, Underground Water Leaks where she talked about a water leak she had under her home. In today's episode we discuss the changes she made, how her kitchen turned out, how she made decisions, and more.

Kraig Klaus and Steve Farrington talk with Scott Kooiman about how today's market is different, what sellers need to do to sell their homes in today's market, and what other solutions exist for renters who want to start building equity through homeownership.

Bryan Holm, Attorney Partner with Woods Law Group, talks with Scott Kooiman about LLC protection, especially as it relates to liability protection for your rental properties.

We talk about home safety with Michele Long and Meghan Chute from Mesa Fire and Medical Department, including everything you need to know about home fire hazards, kitchen fires, and general maintenance tasks to keep your home safe from fires.

Steve Farrington, Kraig Klaus, and Scott Kooiman discuss the Arizona real estate market including inventory, demand, rates, and market forces.

Landscape Designer Jeff Held with Sonoran Landscape Design talks with Scott about the best ways to bring color to your landscaping to brighten up our Arizona greens and yellows.

Andrea Brundage joins Scott Kooiman on today's podcast episode as we talk about some of our important photos, memorabilia, and family heirlooms and what do do with them when keeping an organized household.

Susanne Lynch and Scott Kooiman talk about air fryers – what they are, pros and cons, and how it can make your life healthier.

Kraig Klaus, Steve Farrington, and Scott Kooiman discuss the facts of the local real estate market and the mortgage markets.

Andrew Lee from Lexington Insurance Services returns to share with host Scott Kooiman some true stories of actual claims while explaining what an umbrella policy is and why homeowners might consider one.

Landscape Designer Jeff Held with Sonoran Landscape Design talks with Scott about the best and worst trees and shrubs for Arizona outdoor living spaces.

Bryan Holm, Attorney Partner with Woods Law Group, talks with Scott Kooiman about probate, trusts, and wills and how to best plan your estate.