Navigating Bankruptcy: Types and Strategies

In this episode of Dirty Deeds, we sit down with Chris Craig, a seasoned expert in curative title work and distressed real estate. With over 25 years of experience in tech, data, and real estate investing, Chris brings a rare perspective on how title issues are solved, how equity can be created out of bankruptcy, and how creative problem-solving shapes the legal landscape in this industry. From his early days manually pulling foreclosure data off microfiche to building foreclosure databases before platforms like PropertyRadar existed, Chris has always been ahead of the curve. His background includes time in the Marine Corps, working in telecom during the dot-com boom, and eventually transitioning into law firm operations focused on distressed assets. In this conversation, he breaks down the misunderstood world of liens, notes, title issues, and how money really flows in real estate—hint: it’s not the banks. He also shares powerful personal stories about his early entrepreneurial hustle, lessons from military service, navigating career highs and lows, and building a new life centered around clarity, purpose, and family. Whether you're an investor, legal professional, or just curious about the hidden mechanics of real estate, this episode is packed with insight you won’t hear anywhere else.