[Goose]

...Never showed, verb agreement, no contract 1/2 paid. Help? The Mortgage broker suggested a contractor, her boyfriend, to replace roof and remove trees. I have both of their numbers and can only contact the broker. The contractor will not pick up or return calls. I've even called her and she put him on the phone only to guarantee work completion that week... with no call, no show, again. The contractor has lied to her repeatedly about work completion, requiring permits (which I've looked into), etc. I have emails to and from her confirming this correspondence with apologies. There is only a verbal agreement with no written contract. I've paid 1/2 the loot up front. I'm really trying not to get old school about this. We're going on a year and winter's almost here... I would really appreciate any help!

[lojan12]

This happens alot in the contracting business. Attorneys do this too. It is a scam. When business is shady, put on by shady contractors. Business is very unethica. Is he licenced? If so, look at his record. If he has a business. Make a complaint to the local Better Business Bureau. You have evidence of an incomplete job. Her emails.The worst case is you are out x amount in $$$. The best case is he comes back under pressure of a bad reputation in town and finishes the job. Meanwhile, you keep those emails in a safe place. Copy them, Forward them to your friends email, your other email accounts, etc.And, btw, I feel you--I know what you mean.