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Keep contractor risk visible
This lesson is intentionally a navigation layer, not a duplicate of the common-mistakes modules. Before hiring, confirm scope clarity, references, insurance, permit responsibility, payment milestones, photo cadence, and change-order rules.
The safest contractor process makes ambiguity expensive before work starts. If scope, pricing, timeline, or communication is vague, slow down and get help before the deposit leaves your account.
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