Category Archives: Our American Dream

21 Questions to Ask to Make Sure Your Project Gets Done on Time

Posted on May 1, 2012 by handymanmatters.com

Handyman Matters President and Founder Andy Bell’s commitment to educating consumers is so strong that he spent six months compiling the “Consumer Guide to Choosing a Home Repair or Remodeling Contractor,” which includes 21 questions to ask to make sure … Continue reading →

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The Story of Our American Dream, Part 19: Value & Listen

Posted on August 15, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

Another lesson in the dogged pursuit of My American Dream has been learning to value, listen—really listen—to the opinions of those I’ve asked to accompany me on the journey. If I’ve asked somebody to have faith in my goals, then … Continue reading →

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Franchising will help to boost economic recovery

Posted on August 12, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

IndUS Business Journal By Rhonda Sanderson With the economy inching along, franchising is showing some signs of recovery. According to the Franchise Business Economic Outlook, the number of franchised establishments is expected to increase by 2 percent with 17,801 new … Continue reading →

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The Story of Our American Dream, Part 18: The Double-Edged Sword

Posted on August 11, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

I’ve mentioned before that my Handyman Matters business started in the basement of the home my wife and I owned.  This was, to say the least, an inauspicious beginning, but we made it work. Our “high tech” office furniture was … Continue reading →

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The Story of Our American Dream, Part 17: Giving Back to the Community that Supports You

Posted on August 4, 2011 by handymanmatters.com

One of the core values of my American Dream has been that The Handyman Matters Business isn’t just about making a better life for my family, my employees and myself; it’s about looking at the community in which we make … Continue reading →

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