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How To Bid Commercial Painting Jobs: 7 Steps and Tips  

Every painter's been there: staring at a blank estimate sheet, trying to boil a complex painting job down to a simple number. Learning how to bid commercial painting jobs makes it a lot more manageable.

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How to Write a Receipt of Payment: A Step-by-Step Guide for Contractors 

A receipt is proof that money changed hands. It's something that keeps your cash flow healthy and your customers confident. In this guide, we'll show you exactly how to write a receipt of payment.

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Customer Care and Service 101: Contractor Edition 

As a contractor, offering exceptional customer care and service is critical to growing your business. Here’s how incredible service maximizes customer satisfaction and keeps clients loyal.

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Contractor’s Guide: Best Insulation Types Explained 

As a contractor, you can use many different types of insulation for homes, helping clients stay comfortable year-round. Choosing the best insulation can cut your client’s energy bills. 

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Why Contractor Reviews Matter: How Customer Feedback Can Win You More Jobs

Online reviews are influential in the home renovation industry. Leveraging this trend of contractor reviews can be a great way to win more customers and deliver insights into customer experiences.

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Commercial Mowing Contracts: How to Price, Bid, and Get Them 

Commercial mowing contracts are agreements between your business and property owners or managers. They outline services, schedules, and payment terms, cover bigger areas, and have higher standards. 

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How to Write a Business Plan with Pricing Samples + Tips 

Although writing a business plan pricing sample sounds like paperwork, it maps out how you’ll run a profitable business. Here are the different types of business plans and how to write them. 

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What Is Included in a Marketing Plan? A Guide for Contractors 

A marketing plan is the blueprint for the marketing channels, tools, and tactics you'll use to speak to your target audience and build a stronger, more visible business.

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How To Get Landscaping Jobs: 8 Pro Tips  

The first step to getting landscaping jobs is to decide which type of landscaper you want to be. Here are eight tips to help you get more landscaping jobs and build a successful business. 

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Tap to Pay Explained: How Contractors Can Get Paid Faster

What is tap to pay? Contactless payment is a quick, secure, and convenient way for customers to pay for goods and services. Want to get paid faster with fewer snags? We’ll tell you how.

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