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Re: My contractor did not sign the contract he provided me. There was only a space for my signature. In addition, to the $1000 down payment,

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He also requested a cash advance, which was not reflected in the stated amount on the contract. Is that okay/ legal ?

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Sep 13, 2019

CA law limits the down payment to $1,000, or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less.

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Sep 13, 2019

Sounds like your contractor may have violated the Business and Professions Code by asking for a "cash advance" in addition to a $1,000 down payment.

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