In this Listener Q&A episode of Contractor Cuts, we tackle real questions submitted by contractors.

From paying outstanding invoices with new job deposits… to firing a sub who threatens a lien… to handling hostile homeowners mid-project — this episode dives into the messy, uncomfortable situations contractors face every day.

We break down:

  • What to do when cash flow is tight and you’re juggling deposits
  • How to properly fire a sub (and protect yourself from lien threats)
  • Why doing “free” work to be nice often backfires
  • How to respond when clients demand to see invoices and receipts
  • When to stand firm on pricing — and when to walk away
  • The real line between finishing the job and firing the client

If you’ve ever dealt with payment standoffs, nitpicky homeowners, or midnight bank account panic… this one’s for you.

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