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Craigslist Follies: Investor looking for Contractors who finance

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I noticed this ad today in Metro Detroit Craigslist: Investor looking for Contractors who finance (East & West Detroit) Date: 2011-08-01, 4:18PM EDT Reply to: see below [Errors when replying to ads?] I am an investor. I just purchased 60 properties and will be purchasing more, I am seeking a professional construction company that can [...]

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Questions, Questions, Questions…

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A contractor got a laundry list of questions from a prospective client.  They were posted on the Contractortalk forum: Member Heritage said: Too good not to share To make a very long story short…here is one of my prospective clients. We haven’t signed anything yet but since they had concept drawings for their reno & [...]

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Pesky Homeowner Peaks Over My Shoulder

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Today was different.  A customer hired us to paint (2) – 10′ x 12′ back bedrooms, and install crown molding.  We advised the homeowners that any loose items should be either removed from the room or if items should stay, could they please move them to the center of the room as much as possible. [...]

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Where’s My Cart?

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This homeowner went to Home Depot to get materials.  His shopping cart was just here!  Now he must locate it. He should have just let his contractor pick up the supplies! Okay guys. I’ll admit it. I’m bored on a Saturday morning… Here’s some more homeowners testing out the Door Guardian at the Depot: Sledgehammer [...]

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Eat Breakfast Or Wait ‘Til Later?

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I have a pressing question.  How many of you guys eat breakfast before starting the day and how many wait ’til later, like lunchtime?  The reason I ask is because lately I’ve been having my regular coffee routine in the morning and go straight to the jobsite. Is it just me, or does it sorta [...]

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Don’t Be A Slob When Service Calls

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Some contractors get a lot of flack when showing up at a homeowner’s jobsite because of the way they are dressed.  The client will never tell you, but you should take your uniforms seriously.  They may not hire you again if your company appears unprofessional.  You may have all your credentials in line: being licensed, [...]

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