Jonathan ~
I own 2 property preservation businesses. There's a lot of up front money involved if you want to do it right. You'll need general liability insurance, decent equipment, fuel, equipment rental, and labor. A website wouldn't hurt either, even a simple one like mine. Plus, you can go weeks without substantial work until everyone knows you're out there.
It was a terrific struggle to get to where we are now but, if you're determined enough, send me an e-mail to
[email protected] and I'll see if I can help.
I cover 5 counties in Southern California, the tri-state area of Nevada, Arizona, and California, and will soon have another startup out of Idaho.
I have an awesome crew and the best, most efficient office staff. But it was awhile before I could hire the right labor because the money is slow coming in. Now I offer 30, 60, and 90 day terms and payment plans to lenders and brokers.
I hope all that doesn't scare you off. There's a lot of work out there for the right type of person. If it didn't scare you off, contact me.
Linda