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May 15, 2026 31 min

#71 CMC Home Repairs (Part 2)

from Handyman Success Podcast Hosted by Jason Call & Allen Lee

Still working out of a cramped SUV… and wondering when it’s time to upgrade? This is Part 2 of our conversation with James from CMC Home Repairs—and we get real about the behind-the-scenes decisions that can make or break your handyman business. 👉 Should you go into debt for a work van? 👉 How do you invest in tools without going broke? 👉 What actually matters more—image or quality work? If you’re in the early stages (or stuck trying to level up), this episode is full of hard-earned lessons you don’t want to learn the expensive way. We cover: The real cost of upgrading to a work van (and why most rush it) Smart vs. risky business investments early on Tool buying mistakes (and how to avoid “tool addiction”) Creative ways to operate without a full van setup Why trust, quality, and reliability beat “looking professional” Biggest wins (and painful mistakes) from year one The #1 habit that prevents losing money on jobs Why “just starting” is the biggest win most people avoid 💡 If you're trying to grow without drowning in debt—this episode is for you. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

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Still working out of a cramped SUV… and wondering when it’s time to upgrade? This is Part 2 of our conversation with James from CMC Home Repairs—and we get real about the behind-the-scenes decisions that can make or break your handyman business. 👉 Should you go into debt for a work van? 👉 How do you invest in tools without going broke? 👉 What actually matters more—image or quality work? If you’re in the early stages (or stuck trying to level up), this episode is full of hard-earne...

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