Saying No: Design Client Personalities to Avoid
Sep 26, 2011
In the design world saying no to a new client is an uncommon occurrence, especially in today's economy economic climate.However, there are times when saying no will save you a great deal of time, money...
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STATE AND FEDERAL LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: An Analysis of the Impact Licensing Regulations Have on th
Aug 13, 2011
By: Peter J. Lamont
August 3, 2011
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Most people can clearly distinguish between a home improvement contractor and an interior designer or ki...
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Guarding the Deposit
Jun 22, 2011
By:
Peter J. Lamont, Esq.
Regardless
of the size of your design company, one of the most important elements to finalizing
a sale is obtaining a deposit. Any good
designer knows not to order any ta...
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Giving In Not Up
May 24, 2011
By Peter J.
Lamont, Esq
The kitchen, bath, and design trades are
unique in that what is really being sold is a design or idea. Unlike a
retail store, most often our customers complain about the ...
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CONTRACTS: THE BACKBONE OF SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS
Mar 24, 2011
By: Peter J.
Lamont, Esq.
Far too often kitchen and bath
companies overlook the critical importance of utilizing comprehensive contracts
as part of their routine sales practices. Many companies imp...
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Act Quickly to Preserve Your Claim
Mar 23, 2011
It is important to remember that every cause of action including personal injuries, contract disputes, collections, medical malpractice, etc. are all governed by specific state statutes of limitation. ...
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Does your business need an attorney?
Mar 23, 2011
By Peter J. Lamont
March 04, 2011
Most business owners would rather go to the dentist than hire an attorney. Attorneys have the dubious reputation of being blood suckers, deal b...
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Consumer Fraud: Strict Consumer Protection Laws
Feb 04, 2011
By: Peter J. Lamont, Esq.
In the past, when a kitchen or bath company was sued the allegations
generally sounded in breach of contract or negligence. The defendant
kitchen and bath company typically...
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Understanding Errors and Omissions Insurance
Feb 04, 2011
It is inevitable that even the most cautious designer, installer or
kitchen design specialist will make mistakes from time to time. However,
there are ways in which kitchen and bath professionals can...
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PA Home Improvement Contractors Act
Feb 04, 2011
PA Attorney General announces that registration is now open for home
improvement contractors; under new law, contractors must register by
July 1
The Pennsylvania Attorney General has announced th...
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