EPISODE · Dec 25, 2025 · 33 MIN
How to Track a Job Budget in Real Time
from Modern Craftsman · host Modern Craftsman
Stay out of the cold with these hot budget tips as Tyler breaks down exactly how he budgets a real porch job, from the precon fee and deposit strategy to tracking every cost day by day. The big takeaway is how to communicate "extras" without panic, keep cashflow protected, and still finish strong without rushing. Show Notes:00:00 Cold office, hot topic 02:05 Precon fee and setting the budget 05:15 Deposits and staying out of the red 08:40 Daily tracking and invoice cycles 13:55 Calling out extras without change-order chaos 20:45 Reconciling budget vs real costs 27:35 Don't rush the finish 30:10 Wrap and why he won't show the spreadsheet Video Version:https://youtu.be/4woZAp_WBqU Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Harnish Workwear Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear NAHB International Builders' Show The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Partners: Andersen Windows Buildertrend Harnish Workwear Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear NAHB International Builders' Show The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media
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