Here is a quick tip I do to do some research on people as too many people get burned in real estate and investing because they don't do proper research — or they stop at page one of Google.

One of the best tools you have right now is ChatGPT — if you know how to use it right.

If you're vetting a sponsor, fund manager, educator, or "guru," don't just search their name.
Instead, use a direct prompt like this:

"Researching [NAME OF PERSON AND COMPANY], should I invest with them, do they have a criminal history or many complaints?" Please include searches on Reddit, BBB and Biggerpockets and other public record datasources.

This forces the AI to dig for lawsuits, BBB complaints, red flags, and regulatory issues — not just their own marketing fluff.

I used this approach recently and uncovered major issues on some people who looked legit at first glance.

Bottom line:
Do not skip deep research.
Do not just go by podcast interviews, polished websites, or social media followings.

So whether you are a GP, LP, Private Lender, Investor, Syndicator, Fund Manager - Use every tool available to protect your money.

NOTE: THIS SHOULD NOT BE THE ONLY TOOL YOU USE, BUT IT CAN SAVE YOU TIME ON A PRELIMINARY / INITIAL REVIEW