True Crimes of Real Estate
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He Sold a Termite-Infested Home With a Fake Report
In their True Crimes podcast, Troy Palmquist and Summer Goralik discuss what one disciplinary case reveals about brokerage supervision, operational controls and hidden risks
Listen to Real Estate Fraud and Compliance Case Episodes
Episode 1: Trust issues
January 26, 2026
Episode 2: Secret Profit: The Real Estate Compliance Trap Most Brokers Don’t See Coming
March 25, 2026
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Episode 4: A Real Estate Agent Used a Fake Buyer to Steal a House
May 26, 2026
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What We're All About
True Crime: Real Estate Edition is a first-of-its-kind investigative podcast and video series that exposes the real stories behind how real estate professionals face license discipline—revealing fraud, unlawful conduct, ethical failures, and compliance breaches that shape the industry’s darkest moments.
Breaking down real cases with expert insight, operational context, and lessons every agent, broker, and industry leader can learn from. Entertaining, informative, and eye‑opening, the series aims to elevate professional standards while captivating audiences with the high‑stakes drama of real estate gone wrong.
Meet Your Hosts
Troy Palmquist
Real estate strategist and former broker-owner recognized for
modern brokerage leadership, agent experience innovation, and
proptech advisory work. Previously licensed in four states, he
brings firsthand perspective from building and operating real
estate businesses. A contributing author for Inman News and
HousingWire, Troy delivers clear insight on the evolution of the
industry and turns complex topics into compelling stories.
Summer Goralik
Summer Goralik is a seasoned real estate compliance consultant whose expertise was shaped by her years as a California Department of Real Estate Investigator and an Economic Crimes Investigator for the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. Since 2016, she has been working with real estate brokers to help them understand the law, strengthen supervisory systems, prepare for audits, and navigate complex compliance challenges.
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