{"id":9941,"date":"2025-09-24T10:00:39","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T17:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/billbymel.com\/Staging\/?page_id=9941"},"modified":"2026-04-06T04:35:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:35:52","slug":"september-24-2025-bill-bymel-debt-doctor-with-greg-trotter","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/billbymel.com\/Staging\/september-24-2025-bill-bymel-debt-doctor-with-greg-trotter\/","title":{"rendered":"DD Podcast-Episode-26"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][mk_padding_divider size=&#8221;100&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][mk_page_section bg_color=&#8221;#f3f3f3&#8243; min_height=&#8221;0&#8243; el_class=&#8221;banner_bg&#8221; sidebar=&#8221;sidebar-1&#8243;][vc_column][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1692700055217{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1692700028762{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;10748&#8243; 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In this conversation with Greg Trotter, distressed property oversight expert in the commercial space, we get real about why property condition assessments and a disciplined approach to risk are non-negotiable if you want to succeed in this industry.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve seen too many investors chase deals without uncovering what\u2019s really under the hood. That\u2019s a fast track to costly mistakes. Greg and I share lessons from years in the trenches where the right due diligence process has protected capital, revealed hidden risks, and ultimately created opportunities others missed.<\/p>\n<p>We also talk about how the market is shifting, what new investors need to watch out for, and how to adapt as conditions change. It&#8217;s packed with practical insights to help you avoid costly mistakes and maximize your returns in distressed debt and real estate.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re serious about avoiding pitfalls and positioning yourself for long-term wins in distressed debt and commercial real estate, this is an episode you don\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n<p>About Our Guest:<br \/>\nGreg Trotter is the Founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecbcteam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Commercial Building Consultants (CBC)<\/a> and a trusted expert in CRE due diligence, project management, and distressed property oversight. Connect further with Greg on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/thebuildingguy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To advertise with Debt Doctor or request a podcast topic, please email podcast@billbybmel.com.<\/p>\n<p>First Lien Capital is your trusted investment and resolutions partner delivering security and strong returns while making real impact, and your Special Assets Group for hire delivering customized solutions to your distressed real estate debt scenarios.<\/p>\n<p>Schedule a consultation with Bill to <a href=\"http:\/\/billbymel.com\/Staging\/investor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ELEVATE<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/billbymel.com\/Staging\/advisor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">REVIVE<\/a> your portfolio today.<\/p>\n<p>Stay connected with Bill Bymel: <a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/billbymel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/linktr.ee\/billbymel<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row 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In this conversation with Greg Trotter, distressed property oversight expert in the commercial space, we get real about why property condition assessments and a disciplined approach to risk are non-negotiable if you want to succeed in this industry. I\u2019ve seen too many investors chase deals without uncovering what\u2019s really under the hood. That\u2019s a fast track to costly mistakes. Greg and I share lessons from years in the trenches where the right due diligence process has protected capital, revealed hidden risks, and ultimately created opportunities others missed. We also talk about how the market is shifting, what new investors need to watch out for, and how to adapt as conditions change. It&#8217;s packed with practical insights to help you avoid costly mistakes and maximize your returns in distressed debt and real estate. 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