Can you recommend me a reputable and honest construction company? 

Quote from @Michael Simmonds: Hello BP Family,I am in need of a reputable builder/GC in Cape Coral who is willing to take on a partially finished new construction home. 

There's nothing wrong with seeking concessions if there are issues that arise in the report, but using this as a strategy will garner you a reputation within the community if you are repeatedly going under contract and then seeking large re-trades. 

I went to someone who was considered a reputable broker and he said he had a great new program.

But seems like being a sponsor could be a good gig.. although you do have your reputation at stake if not your PG on these deals..  

If you can befriend and connect with them you can "borrow/steal" their resources such as reputable contractors, agents etc.

Note investors who think learning from people who scam others out of millions is a good idea and a way to have a good reputation in the space. 

Bonus points if they can refer you to reputable contractors in the area. 

You do that with skill, time, and reputation.

Our agent seems incredibly stressed by it all, she's spent decades building her reputation which is now being dragged down by this guy but I don't know what she can do.