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A Q&A About the Remodeling Process with Baxter’s Fine Jewelry(retail stores) Questions and answers with Paul Messerlian, owner of Baxter’s Fine Jewelry in Warwick, RI. 1. What are two most important steps you can take before the remodel begins? You need a well-planned out design to follow that has all your objectives clearly laid out and goals of your remodel. Are you remodeling to create a new environment, or are you looking to increase space and improve functionality? Once this is established you need to set a realistic budget and timeframe to accomplish this project. If you are moving to a new location, it's easier than trying to remodel your current location and stay open during the process. This will not only be challenging for your staff but will create security concerns which need to be addressed. Another important step is picking the right contractor. Research must be done to make sure they have a solid reputation, good reviews, and get recommendations from companies or people who have worked with them. Verify their credentials to make sure they are fully licensed, insured, and bonded. Try to get estimates from multiple contractors not only for pricing but materials used, timeframe to accomplish the project, and a written agreement that is clear and outlines all aspects of your project not only including payment schedules but start and completion dates. To read less than one minutes article, press this link: https://lnkd.in/edAADRvi To view pictures of Baxter's Fine Jewelry press this link: https://lnkd.in/eppu2PVF