The Essential ContractorWritten by Brian L. Pruitt
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5. How well do they communicate with you. Communication is vital to success of your project. 6. Do they have liability and workman's compensation insurance? Get a copy of their insurance policy prior to allowing them to perform any work. 7. Do they seem to have big picture when it comes to what you are trying to accomplish in your real estate projects. 8. Are they looking for a long-term relationship with you. If you plan on a lot of projects don't get a weekend-warrior. 9. Inquire about seeing some of their former projects. See their workmanship. 10. Talk to their former project general contractors. Whether it be an investor, such as yourself, or a general contractor who hired prospect as a sub-contractor in recent past. Never, never, never pay prior to completion of project. Paying on draw system is expectable. Once a certain pre-discussed part of project has been completed, then you would pay your essential contractor a portion of entire bid amount. Keep in mind when you owe contractor, that is your assurance that he will be around to complete your project. Now this sounds harsh but once you have developed a relationship with your essential contractor you may want to ease up on reigns slightly. Remember, your essential contractor is a vital part of your team and once relationship is established and proven, this person should be recognized as such. Contracts. Get everything in writing from your essential contractor in a contract. Put everything in this document including small stuff. When things are in writing and signed by both parties there is nothing to debate. Last, but by no means least, have your contractor sign a "release of liens" prior to final payment. This document, in a nut-shell states contractor has been paid in full and relinquishes his rights to place a lien against your home. This is a safeguard for yourself against any crooked contractor who, even thou being paid in full, claims he has not, and places a lien against your property in hopes he can get some "free" money out of you. I recommend you seek advice from your attorney on this process. Now, get started searching for that Essential Contractor. Keep Reaching, Keep Dreaming! Webmasters & Ezine Publishers: Free Content - Pre-Licensed To You... You are invited to use this article in your publication or website. The only stipulation is that you include following information attached to each article used. Article by Brian L. Pruitt. Visit http://www.gatewaytocreatingwealth.com for FREE articles, "Wealth Building" information, books, and much, much, more.
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| | Are You Walking the Talk?Written by Diane Hughes
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2. If you offer "24/7 service" be prepared to answer emails or phone calls cheerfully and graciously at 3:00am when someone overseas phones you. 3. If you make claims of giving "100% satisfaction guaranteed" refunds, get ready to fork over money without asking any questions whatsoever. "I wasn't satisfied" is all customer has to tell you to take advantage of your offer. 4. UNDER promise and OVER deliver. If you "think" you can get back to customers within 24 hours, tell them it will take 48 hours. This way, when you call them sooner, they'll be thrilled with attentive service you offer. 5. Stop and think. Before putting any claims on your site - service, delivery, refunds, product features, service benefits. ANY claims - have an outside party check behind you. Does it work? Is it fast? Are you cheerful? Will it actually wake me up, start coffee, and heat water for my shower all at same time? If not, don't put it in your copy. Online customers have had enough. They are paying more attention online and expecting more from Web businesses they deal with. Above all - use ethics, manners, and good common sense in your business dealings. Stand behind what you say. When you do, you'll find profits from your long-term relationships and increase in your reputation will far outweigh any short-term sales trends.
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