EPISODE 243: In this episode of The Wealthy Contractor podcast, I sit down with attorney Heather Macklin to uncover the legal blind spots that can take down even the most successful contractors, remodelers, or home services companies.

Heather doesn’t just talk theory, she lives this stuff. As both a lawyer AND a home improvement business owner, she understands the real-world risks contractors face in 2025 and beyond.

In this episode, she shares real examples of legal screw-ups that cost contractors thousands, along with the simple systems you can put in place to avoid them.

We also talk about:

• Why operating under an LLC or corporation is not a legal safety net
• Common contract mistakes that put your business at risk
• Which poor documentation policies could end up costing you BIG TIME
• How certain employee “agreements” could be problematic (and by problematic, we mean illegal)
• What a “corporate agent” or “registered agent” is and if you need one
• Important updates on the TCPA one-to-one consent rule (and some wrong info you may be receiving from certain led gen or marketing companies)
• Why you shouldn’t hire Google as your lawyer

This episode might not be sexy…but it could save your business.

Protect what you’ve built. Listen now.

👉 Subscribe to hear more stories, strategies, and secrets that top contractors use to grow their home improvement businesses and enjoy more success, wealth, and freedom.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Heather (00:55)

Think forming an LLC is enough? Think again (07:46)

Labor laws to keep in mind (12:30)

Insurance and risk management (21:07)

What about contracts? (22:52)

Why you need to follow document retention policies (24:31)

TCPA compliance (28:54)

Legal resources (38:56)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Connect with Heather: https://www.macklinlawllc.com/

⚡ Learn more about Discovery Day at The Wealthy Contractor Success Society: https://TheEntryDoor.info/

⚡ Learn more about The Profit Masters: https://www.TheProfitMasters.com/

⚡ Brian’s book, The 7 Secrets To Becoming A Wealthy Contractor, is now available. Visit https://www.TheWealthyContractor.com/ for a free copy (just pay shipping).

⚡ Follow us on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWealthyContractor

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheWealthyContractor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheWealthyContractor/

EPISODE 242: What if scaling your home improvement business didn’t mean working more, but finally doing less?

That’s the exact mindset shift Rebecca Ackerly made—and the results have been transformational.

With a diverse background in construction, business development, and digital marketing, Rebecca has built a successful career by combining hands-on experience with strategic leadership.

In this week’s episode of The Wealthy Contractor podcast, Rebecca and I discuss her professional journey, including how she helped scale Universal Windows Direct of Manchester into a successful, multi-million-dollar business that’s well positioned to grow during this time of change in our industry.

Join us as we cover:

• The game-changing power of delegation (and how to get out of your own way)
• Why most contractors are just giving themselves a paycheck
• Why mentorship, community, and mastermind group support are essential for serious success
• Rebecca’s unique perspective as a woman thriving in a traditionally male-dominated field
• How she helped her company escape "lead aggregator dependence" in the nick of time
• What happened when Rebecca sent Brian a direct mail piece to critique
• Why Rebecca used to put her Barbie dolls in the toaster oven

…and so much more!

If you’re a contractor stuck in the grind, wearing 17 hats, or just trying to figure out how to grow without burning out, this episode is your wake-up call.

▶️ Listen now to hear how Rebecca scaled her contracting business by letting go—and how you can, too.

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Rebecca (01:14)

The importance of community in business growth (11:54)

The role of EOS in scaling the business (13:49)

Why you need to stop relying on lead aggregators (25:22)

Assessing your pricing strategy (30:59)

Shifting from a survival mindset to growth and legacy-building (40:08)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Learn more about Discovery Day at The Wealthy Contractor Success Society: https://TheEntryDoor.info/

⚡ Learn more about The Profit Masters: https://www.TheProfitMasters.com/

⚡ Brian’s book, The 7 Secrets To Becoming A Wealthy Contractor, is now available. Visit https://www.TheWealthyContractor.com/ for a free copy (just pay shipping).

⚡ Follow us on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWealthyContractor

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheWealthyContractor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheWealthyContractor/

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EPISODE 241: Do you ever feel like you’re flooring the gas, but your business is still stuck in first gear?

Well, I’ve got some news for you: you may THINK it’s the economy, or your team, or your leads.

But the truth is…it might be you.

That was the case for my guest on this week’s episode of The Wealthy Contractor podcast, Donald Robbins.

Donald runs a successful remodeling business. He’s a smart guy and a hard worker, but for the longest time, he couldn’t figure out why his hard work didn’t seem to be paying off.

Here’s what Donald DID know: He couldn’t keep coming home, saying business was booming, only to hear his wife ask—again—“So…where’s all the money?"

Then he discovered something big—his own thoughts and beliefs around money were sabotaging his success. The REAL growth? Believe it or not, it all started when he shifted his mindset.

In this episode, Donald gets real about how his daily mindset works, some powerful coaching, and giving himself permission to win turned EVERYTHING around. He even opens up about how finally joining The Success Society gave him the tools and support he needed to level up in a big way.

Listen in and learn:

• Why your bank account won’t grow until your mindset does
• How your subconscious beliefs can hold your business back
• Why daily mindset work isn’t woo-woo—it’s survival (and why Donald hid it for a while so nobody thought he went crazy)
• The real difference between a business problem and a mindset problem
• Why so many contractors feel “stuck”—and how to break through
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…along with a whole lot more.

If you’ve ever had the sneaking suspicion that YOU might be the bottleneck in your home improvement business, don’t miss this episode.

Tune in now to learn more!

Key Takeaways:

Introduction (00:00)

Meet Donald (00:56)

Daily mindset work (09:44)

The decision that will change everything (19:02)

How mindset changes spread to your team (34:10)

Why you need to embrace gratitude (40:04)

Learning from The Success Society (49:30)

Additional Resources:

⚡ Learn more about Discovery Day at The Wealthy Contractor Success Society: https://TheEntryDoor.info/

⚡ Download The 4 Numbers Exercise: https://Success.TheWealthyContractor.com/4numbers-exercise

⚡ Learn more about The Profit Masters: https://www.TheProfitMasters.com/

⚡ Brian’s book, The 7 Secrets To Becoming A Wealthy Contractor, is now available. Visit https://www.TheWealthyContractor.com/ for a free copy (just pay shipping).

⚡ Follow us on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWealthyContractor

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheWealthyContractor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheWealthyContractor/

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The Wealthy Contractor is a podcast for home improvement professionals who want to grow their business, work less, and make more money. Follow us for more!