Flipping America

This is the long awaited show -- your stories about Contractors and their failings. Sometimes dishonest, sometimes incompetent, always the source of -- let's say -- interesting situations with our rehabs. To be fair, there are plenty of good, honest, hard-working and competent contractors out there. They may even be in the majority, but the horror stories are prevalent. It usually takes some time, but after sufficient time has passed, these stories can be a source of entertainment. So, enjoy! ...and try not to cringe. Lessons: Clear and detailed Scope of Work Due your diligence on the contractor References The NOT References Insurances, GL, Workers Comp License Clear contract Clear payment policy, including interim lien waivers Monitor the progress Monitor the property, vary your schedule. Protect your investment Emails: Ron: Contractor was hired, asked for money to get started. Never showed up to do the first bit of work. Raymond: Contractor completed 41,000 in work and was paid. Still lacked 2000, but after