Hosted by Christina Griffin
GRID St. Pete Investor Series

Ugly houses. Beautiful profits.

Learn how to spot hidden gems in ugly houses and turn them into cash-making machines, with zero fluff. This month features Dolmar Cross, nationally recognized investor and star of A&E's Zombie House Flipping.

WhenThu, August 20, 2026
Networking5:00 PM, Lobby Bar
Program6:00 to 7:30 PM ET
WhereHilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park
Reserve your seat Open to everyone. Seats are limited.
The difference is one decision
One renovation mistake
-$20,000
The wrong call before the first contractor arrives
vs
One smart decision
+$50,000
The improvements that actually move value
Come learn the difference.
The Takeaways

What you will leave with

Dolmar will walk through real renovation projects, from properties that looked unsalvageable on day one to profitable transformations, with actual case studies, budgets, and before-and-after examples.

The 5 renovation decisions that have the greatest impact on profit
Real-world renovation case studies from active projects
A printable rehab scope and budgeting checklist
Strategies for avoiding costly renovation mistakes
Insights from an investor who has completed over 1,000 transactions
Connections with active investors, contractors, lenders, and agents
Is this for you

Real value whether you are starting out or seasoned

New Investors

See it before you risk capital

See what a successful rehab actually looks like before risking your own money. Learn how experienced investors evaluate projects, budget renovations, and identify the improvements that truly move property values.

Experienced Investors

Pressure-test your strategy

Measure your current renovation approach against one of the country's most recognized renovation experts. Even seasoned investors discover small adjustments that save thousands in construction costs and raise profitability.

Real Estate Agents

Serve investor clients better

Investors think differently than traditional buyers. Learn how successful flippers evaluate opportunities, estimate repairs, and calculate returns so you can win investor clients and spot deals before they hit the market.

Who is on stage

A no-fluff evening with someone who has done it 1,000 times

Special Guest Speaker

Dolmar Cross

Star of A&E's Zombie House Flipping

Tampa-based real estate investor, entrepreneur, educator, and television personality. Dolmar has renovated and flipped hundreds of distressed properties throughout Florida, co-founded REAL Advisors, mentored investors nationwide, and participated in more than 1,000 residential and commercial transactions, turning some of the area's most challenging properties into profitable investments.

Hosted By

Christina Griffin

Founder, GRID St. Pete

With more than two decades in real estate and over 5,000 transactions, Christina specializes in helping agents and investors uncover opportunities in distressed, off-market, institutional, and investment-focused real estate.

Good to know

Event details

Date
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Networking
5:00 PM in the Lobby Bar
Come early for networking before the program. Open to everyone.
Program
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM ET
Location
Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park
950 Lake Carillon Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33716
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Why attend

Not every renovation makes money. Some create six-figure profits and others quietly destroy them, and the difference usually comes down to a handful of decisions made before the first contractor ever steps onto the property. Come learn which ones matter.

The difference between a $20,000 mistake and a $50,000 win.

Two and a half hours, in person, with one of the most recognized renovation experts in the country.

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