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Nancy Mandell

Nancy R. Mandell is a New Jersey-based financial writer who has worked for On Wall Street and Wealth Manager magazines. A longtime home owner, she has had to work with her share of contractors over the years.

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The Contractor Bond: When a Handshake Isn’t Enough Assurance

“Word is bond,” the saying goes, but with home improvements, the contractor bond should be in writing. Read More

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