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Contractor Deposit Rules by State: How Much Can You Ask Upfront?
There is no national limit on contractor deposits. California caps it at $1,000 or 10%, Maryland at one third, Virginia issues guidance, and many states set no cap at all. Here is how to find your rule.
Is a Quote Legally Binding in the US? What the Law Actually Says
A quote is an offer. It becomes a binding contract when the customer accepts it. Here is how offer and acceptance work under US law, how long a quote stays open, and when you can still withdraw it.
How to Write a Quote for a Client (With a Worked Example)
A step-by-step method for writing a quote that gets signed: scoping the job, itemizing the price, stating exclusions, setting an expiration date, and the details that move acceptance rates.
How to Follow Up on a Quote: Timing, Scripts and What Not to Do
When to follow up on a quote, how many times, through which channel and with what words. A three-touch method with email scripts you can copy.
Quote vs Estimate: What's the Difference (and Which One to Send)
A quote is a fixed price offer that becomes a contract once accepted. An estimate is an informed guess. Here is where the line falls, what bids and proposals are, and which one to send.