6 years ago, I traded my wingtips for work boots and haven't looked back since. I used to hang out with bankers, but contractors are "my people" now. ...more
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October 04, 2025•4 min read
What if I told you there's $300K+ in profit already hiding in your business? Not from landing new jobs. Not from working harder. But from fixing what's already broken. ...more
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September 27, 2025•4 min read
The same 7 numbers that separate contractors from making $250K on $5M versus those that can make $1M with the same revenue. ...more
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September 20, 2025•3 min read
From the outside, his commercial drywall business looks flawless. Perfect finishes. Signature projects. Strong reputation. But like any good contractor knows it's what's behind the walls that matters. ...more
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September 13, 2025•4 min read
The 7 Numbers Every Millionaire Knows. The number that makes or breaks you. Labor & Materials dialed into the exact percentage, not a rough estimate or guess. ...more
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September 06, 2025•3 min read
Like a doctor reading X-rays before meeting a patient, I'd already diagnosed his financial health. The symptoms were clear as day. ...more
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August 30, 2025•4 min read
I meet contractors every day. Here's a typical scenario: $15M in revenue. Living paycheck to paycheck. ...more
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August 23, 2025•5 min read
Why Your Accountant Isn't Making You Rich Because Your accountant, banker, and bookkeeper are not your strategic financial advisors. ...more
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August 16, 2025•4 min read
The contractors who get what they want are the ones humble enough to accept what they need. ...more
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August 09, 2025•2 min read
Here's the brutal truth: You get one shot to make a first impression with your banker. Show up unprepared? ...more
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August 02, 2025•3 min read
Most contractors aren’t intentionally leaving money on the table. They’re just following the herd. But here’s the difference... ...more
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July 26, 2025•2 min read
This one's important. Last week, a contractor called me frustrated. Ten years in business. Solid reputation. Steady work. But he didn't have a line of credit to fund growth. ...more
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July 19, 2025•6 min read
Ever wonder why some contractors can land $2M jobs while others are stuck bidding on $200K projects? It's not about skill. It's not about reputation. It's about bonding capacity. ...more
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July 12, 2025•6 min read
Banks aren't impressed by how busy you are; they want to see if your business is financially sound, sustainable, and structured for repayment. ...more
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July 05, 2025•4 min read
The more jobs they took on, the worse cash flow became. The turning point usually came late at night staring at numbers that didn’t make sense. ...more
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June 28, 2025•4 min read
Late payments, rising costs, and unchecked spending can quietly drain your cash reserves. Learn how to improve cash flow and keep your business healthy. ...more
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June 24, 2025•4 min read
7 lessons entrepreneurship taught me each one shaped by my personal journey, and deeply relevant to anyone running a trade contracting business today ...more
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June 21, 2025•4 min read
Many businesses struggle to position themselves as strong candidates for lenders. Learn how to secure a commercial loan by proving you're prepared. ...more
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June 16, 2025•3 min read
Most trade contractors I meet are excellent at their craft—but when it comes to getting capital to grow, they struggle. ...more
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June 14, 2025•2 min read
That's a big mistake because this limited mindset will hold you back from true prosperity. As a growing contractor, here's a harsh truth ...more
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June 07, 2025•3 min read
When it comes to construction, you don’t guess. You follow a carefully laid-out blueprint. Your business should be no different. ...more
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May 31, 2025•2 min read
Wondering if a loan for a construction trade business is the right decision? Learn how smart financing can help you hire more crews, buy equipment, and more! ...more
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May 29, 2025•3 min read
If you’re growing your construction trade business, chances are you’ve asked yourself Should I get a business loan? ...more
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May 17, 2025•3 min read
What is a loan consultant, and how do they differ from standard lenders? Learn about their role, when to bring one in, and how they help grow your finances. ...more
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May 14, 2025•3 min read