From Nothing to Homeowner: The Inspiring Story of a Young Man Who Rebuilt His Life After Leaving Home at Nineteen

on time, finishing work cleanly, and treating every worker on the site with basic respect.

At twenty-four, I earned my contractor’s license. Shortly after, I bought a used pickup truck and had a small magnetic sign made for the doors. It read simply, “Hayes Restoration and Build.”

I kept my father’s last name on purpose. I did not want to run from it.continue reading …