Uncommon Real Estate

Dear Agent, This $5M Mistake Could Kill Your Deal w/ Greg Trotter

• Chris Craddock, Greg Trotter • Season 1 • Episode 277

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In this episode, Chris interviews Greg Trotter, founder of Commercial Building Consultants and a nationally respected expert in commercial property condition assessments. Known in the industry as a "bodyguard for buyers," Greg shares the silent killers of commercial real estate deals, how to uncover hidden structural and safety issues, and how agents and investors alike can safeguard their investments. 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • Why roofs and drainage are the #1 overlooked money pits in commercial buildings.
  • The low-cost due diligence hacks you can do before ever calling an inspector (hello Google Earth).
  • The $5M lawsuit: A cautionary tale of a missed assessment and what to never overlook.
  • BuildFax: The "Carfax" for commercial properties and how to use it to uncover a property’s secret history.
  • How to empower your clients with foresight instead of surprise after closing.
  • Why every agent and investor should “trust their gut” when inspecting property.
  • What should always be in a property condition assessment and how fast you can get one done.

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