I came into an agreement with a friend to remodel my house. I was going to put in a certain amount of money and he was going to put some as well. He is a licensed contractor but as friends, nothing was done in writing. Part of his contribution was, as a contractor, to do the work. I gave him a check for my first half and the other half I gave in cash. We had an argument because he wanted more money. He left and would not respond my calls nor my text messages. The house was destroyed in many ways and I hired people to come and do the work. Now, the workers he had brought in, and he should have paid to, are coming to me saying he did not pay them and want me to pay them. I have no money left and the are harassing me saying they will put a lien on the hose. Can you please advice me? I have never had problems with anybody before and feel very stressed.This is in Albuquerque, NM Thank you in advance! Sandra