To watch a video version of this podcast, click here: https://youtu.be/GcQUDCQAgsIIn this episode, Reuben Saltzman speaks with film producer George Siegal, known for his documentary Built to Last, Buyer Beware. They explore the hidden risks of home buying, with a focus on insurance coverage, building codes, and purchasing in high-risk areas. Drawing on his background in TV news, George emphasizes how often buyers overlook critical details such as insurance limitations and local hazards. The episode serves as a cautionary discussion, encouraging prospective homeowners to ask the right questions and make informed decisions to protect their investments and families.Here's the link to Inspector Empire Builder: https://www.iebcoaching.com/eventsCheck out George Siegal’s LinkedIn profile here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-siegal/Complete this short form for access to the special offer mentioned on the show: https://pro.speakerhub.com/speaker-feedback/?qr=980babe6-74ff-48c0-b387-83ec6aa6fe38For the long version of the film, Built to Last: movetheworldfilms.gumroad.com/l/kaywcoTakeawaysYou have to assess your overall situation.Don't think that just because your house burned down, you don't have to still pay the mortgage.You need to understand all this stuff, and it's not funYou have to ask questions and find out as much information as you can.If someone tells you you’re being a nuisance or refuses to answer your questions, don’t buy the house.You should know what they are before you go and ask them the question.You have to dig into that a little bit.You have to become a detective when you're buying a house.If a builder ever looks at you, puffs out his chest, and says, “This house is built to code,” I wouldn’t buy it.You want an inspector who does more than just look at the plug rating and say, “Yeah, that plug’s not connected right.”Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:55 George Siegal's Background and Career Transition03:08 Overview of the Documentary "Built to Last"04:25 Understanding Home Buying Decisions05:22 The Importance of Insurance Awareness09:24 Assessing Risks in Home Locations14:17 Building Codes and Their Implications18:28 Navigating Insurance Challenges22:38 The Role of Inspectors in Home Buying30:23 Key Questions for Home Buyers

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