Humbling story - Page 4

06-20-2007, 11:47 PM

Generally, spring, summer, and fall are incredibly busy for me. This year has been slightly different. In fact, this last month has been rough. I bid a few good jobs and felt confident I would land several. For various reasons (usually because I was outbid), I didn't. So a couple weeks ago the wife tells me we're running short and I needed "X" amount of dollars by the end of the week.

I had been talking to a member of this board about doing his basement, kitchen, and painting his house exterior so I contacted him and told him I'd paint his house for peanuts. Literally, I bid it for about 40% of what I'd normally charge just so I could generate some cash flow.

Obviously, the guy jumped all over the deal and I started painting and repairing wood rot a couple days afterwards.

Then comes the surprising part of the story.... Bill Lundberg approached me and told me that he and his wife had spoken and they weren't going to allow me to paint their house for the amount I had quoted.... They were going to double it - and they did. I just finished touching up everything tonight and got my final check.

I'm not sure if they knew how much it meant to my family, but it couldn't have come at a better time. I didn't really want to tell this story on the board, but I wanted to thank Bill Lundberg and his wife for their generosity and decency towards me.

I don't know anything about how Bill Lundberg runs his mortgage business, but he's earned my business the next time I'm in the market. So, if you're looking for a virtuous individual to handle your mortgage I'd expect this guy will definitely take good care of you.

CHENZ A! · 06-21-2007, 01:44 AM

There seem to be some genuine people that post on here, that's a big reason why I come back. Good shit man.

ChiefaRoo · 06-21-2007, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Phobia

Generally, spring, summer, and fall are incredibly busy for me. This year has been slightly different. In fact, this last month has been rough. I bid a few good jobs and felt confident I would land several. For various reasons (usually because I was outbid), I didn't. So a couple weeks ago the wife tells me we're running short and I needed "X" amount of dollars by the end of the week.

I had been talking to a member of this board about doing his basement, kitchen, and painting his house exterior so I contacted him and told him I'd paint his house for peanuts. Literally, I bid it for about 40% of what I'd normally charge just so I could generate some cash flow.

Obviously, the guy jumped all over the deal and I started painting and repairing wood rot a couple days afterwards.

Then comes the surprising part of the story.... Bill Lundberg approached me and told me that he and his wife had spoken and they weren't going to allow me to paint their house for the amount I had quoted.... They were going to double it - and they did. I just finished touching up everything tonight and got my final check and all I had to do was perform fellatio on him and he didn't even shoot a bullet in my face. What a guy.

I'm not sure if they knew how much it meant to my family, but it couldn't have come at a better time. I didn't really want to tell this story on the board, but I wanted to thank Bill Lundberg and his wife for their generosity and decency towards me.

I don't know anything about how Bill Lundberg runs his mortgage business, but he's earned my business the next time I'm in the market and the next time I'm heading down to the White Swallow bathhouse I'm sure going to invite him. So, if you're looking for a virtuous individual to handle your mortgage and someone who won't fire a bullet in your face when your blowing him I'd expect this guy will definitely take good care of you.

Love and Kisses,
Phobia

Fixed your quote Phobes

cookster50 · 06-21-2007, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by luv

I see, so you like them because that's where you can get the most creative, and it's a bigger challenge.

No, Phobia likes to eat, thus the kitchen. He also loves to crap, thus the bathroom. It's all about input/output.

**Saulbadguy** · 06-21-2007, 05:34 AM

Know anyone that can do concrete work? Mudjacking? I think that is what I need. Bunch of BULLSHIT!

Mr. Plow · 06-21-2007, 08:57 AM

We are trying to "prepare" our house to sell late next year. My parents are trying to "prepare" their house to sell early next year.

This remodeling stuff is not my thing.....but I'm learning. At least I think I am.

Congrats Phobia! If you were in my area, I'd be able to keep you busy with my damn basement that seemingly will never get finished.

06-21-2007, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

Know anyone that can do concrete work? Mudjacking? I think that is what I need. Bunch of BULLSHIT!

I know mudjacking equipment isn't cheap, so expect to pay a lot for the few hours they'll be there. I don't know anybody personally. I did see a sign advertising mudjacking over in OP yesterday.

06-21-2007, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefaRoo

Fixed your quote Phobes

It sounds like you have strange fantasies, dude.

ROYC75 · 06-21-2007, 09:03 AM

Nice ....... Props to both of you, Phil and Bill.

bringbackmarty · 06-21-2007, 09:07 AM

Wow, I was all worried when I started to read the story, glad it worked out. I'll definintely be looking that guy up when we buy a house. Best of luck Phil!

Micah

Bill Lundberg · 06-21-2007, 09:09 AM

Phil did a terrific job on the house and in all honesty he probably saved me the extra money by recomending lower cost materials and paint that suited my time frame for the job. Aside from that it's nice to have someone working on your house who you can trust to have the "keys to the kingdom" while you're away and know that everything will remain just how you left it (although I haven't done a beer count since returning from the weekend).

**OnTheWarpath15** · 06-21-2007, 09:18 AM

Great story, and classy move by Mr and Mrs Lundberg......

06-21-2007, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bill Lundberg

Phil did a terrific job on the house and in all honesty he probably saved me the extra money by recomending lower cost materials and paint that suited my time frame for the job. Aside from that it's nice to have someone working on your house who you can trust to have the "keys to the kingdom" while you're away and know that everything will remain just how you left it (although I haven't done a beer count since returning from the weekend).

I have a recommendation for a post-party carpet cleaner if anybody needs it. They do a great job on blood too.

Brock · 06-21-2007, 09:22 AM

way to go, Bill.

Eleazar · 06-21-2007, 09:27 AM

Nice story.

I would help out but I don't really have any work for anyone, unless they can replace the windshield on my jeep

**Iowanian** · 06-21-2007, 09:31 AM

Haven't you learned anything Lundberg?

If you can't kick a man when he's down, when the hell can you?

06-20-2007, 11:47 PM
Phobia Guest Casino cash: $	Humbling story Generally, spring, summer, and fall are incredibly busy for me. This year has been slightly different. In fact, this last month has been rough. I bid a few good jobs and felt confident I would land several. For various reasons (usually because I was outbid), I didn't. So a couple weeks ago the wife tells me we're running short and I needed "X" amount of dollars by the end of the week. I had been talking to a member of this board about doing his basement, kitchen, and painting his house exterior so I contacted him and told him I'd paint his house for peanuts. Literally, I bid it for about 40% of what I'd normally charge just so I could generate some cash flow. Obviously, the guy jumped all over the deal and I started painting and repairing wood rot a couple days afterwards. Then comes the surprising part of the story.... Bill Lundberg approached me and told me that he and his wife had spoken and they weren't going to allow me to paint their house for the amount I had quoted.... They were going to double it - and they did. I just finished touching up everything tonight and got my final check. I'm not sure if they knew how much it meant to my family, but it couldn't have come at a better time. I didn't really want to tell this story on the board, but I wanted to thank Bill Lundberg and his wife for their generosity and decency towards me. I don't know anything about how Bill Lundberg runs his mortgage business, but he's earned my business the next time I'm in the market. So, if you're looking for a virtuous individual to handle your mortgage I'd expect this guy will definitely take good care of you.
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06-21-2007, 01:44 AM	#46
CHENZ A! pimping hoes + clocking a grip Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: KCMO Casino cash: $9977569	There seem to be some genuine people that post on here, that's a big reason why I come back. Good shit man.
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06-21-2007, 05:34 AM	#49
Saulbadguy When a nightmare becomes real Join Date: Nov 2003 Casino cash: $2616966	Know anyone that can do concrete work? Mudjacking? I think that is what I need. Bunch of BULLSHIT! __________________ http://www.goemaw.com
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06-21-2007, 08:57 AM	#50
Mr. Plow In Search of a Life Join Date: Dec 2005 Casino cash: $1967391	We are trying to "prepare" our house to sell late next year. My parents are trying to "prepare" their house to sell early next year. This remodeling stuff is not my thing.....but I'm learning. At least I think I am. Congrats Phobia! If you were in my area, I'd be able to keep you busy with my damn basement that seemingly will never get finished.
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06-21-2007, 09:03 AM	#53
ROYC75 Time For Your Wake Up Call !!! Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Barn Yard Casino cash: $5659400	Nice ....... Props to both of you, Phil and Bill. __________________ Our society is run by insane people for insane objectives. I think we're being run by maniacs for maniacal ends and I think I'm liable to be put away as insane for expressing that. That's what's insane about it. John Lennon
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06-21-2007, 09:07 AM	#54
bringbackmarty Gonna go back in time.... Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $2995510	Wow, I was all worried when I started to read the story, glad it worked out. I'll definintely be looking that guy up when we buy a house. Best of luck Phil! Micah __________________ https://www.facebook.com/The-Pheasan...6018120266009/
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06-21-2007, 09:09 AM	#55
Bill Lundberg American Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10004925	Phil did a terrific job on the house and in all honesty he probably saved me the extra money by recomending lower cost materials and paint that suited my time frame for the job. Aside from that it's nice to have someone working on your house who you can trust to have the "keys to the kingdom" while you're away and know that everything will remain just how you left it (although I haven't done a beer count since returning from the weekend). __________________ Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after. ~Henry David Thoreau
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06-21-2007, 09:18 AM	#56
OnTheWarpath15 MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Casino cash: $4901115	Great story, and classy move by Mr and Mrs Lundberg......
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06-21-2007, 09:22 AM	#58
Brock Say hello to my little friend Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Larryville Casino cash: $9598422	way to go, Bill.
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06-21-2007, 09:27 AM	#59
Eleazar Beyond the Rapids Join Date: May 2003 Location: Langley, VA Casino cash: $-370000	Nice story. I would help out but I don't really have any work for anyone, unless they can replace the windshield on my jeep
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06-21-2007, 09:31 AM	#60
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4758454	Haven't you learned anything Lundberg? If you can't kick a man when he's down, when the hell can you?
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