There was one reason - I wanted lake front property and needed someone that specialized in understanding lake front property specific issues (EPA - building - pollution - water sports - lake level fluctuations)She came right out and asked me why and I told her.

Both commercial and residential are at risk of environmental cleanup liabilities.  

Once there is a final commitment order the appraisal and environmental but keep the next one or two best lenders in the loop in case your first choice cannot close and make sure they accept appraisals from appraiser that is chosen.

Which can of course leak and depending on the material stored in them can be the cause of extensive environmental damage.Ive originated over 600 commercial mortgage notes and purchased about 50 others, usually 24-60 months into their life cycle.

If you have the funds but not the experience, for your first project team up with a developer that knows the approvals processes and how to find a good property and connect with tenants and that has good team members- brokers, architects, engineers, environmental inspectors,  attorneys, etc. and knows the ropes.

It needs to provide what DD documents/information seller will deliver to you and what due diligence rights you have (ie length of DD period, physical inspections, tenant interviews, environmental testing, etc.)...along with a lot of other terms a competent attorney can assist on

You have a supportive partner and you attend meetups to provide environmental exposure.

The companies focus would be on Class B and C multi-family residential properties with the commitment and responsibility to creating safe, comfortable, and affordable homes for tenants, while being an exceptional environmental steward, and generating financial strength for our Employees and Clients.I would love to hear your thoughts and questions on this! 

I am a sales professional in the environmental industry, previously an insurance agent.

The duplex had been on the market for quite some time with no price reduction so apparently they weren't entertaining low ball offers.We also watch for other potential environmental issues.