When contractors, mechanics and sales people see a target, we've got your back.
I'm with the mechanic now. Estimate attached. $4k??? OMG!
yikes. Ok, reading now...
I'd suggest just doing the brakes for now. IMO the rest can wait.
pls confirm no safety issues or damage to the vehicle if you wait on the oil cooler.
He said should be fine for a little while. Just keep an eye engine temp. TY! down to $650!!!
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Buying a car
Not sure if the deal is fair or if the car will cost you more down the road? We help you spot hidden fees, break down add-ons, and avoid vehicles known for problems.
Dealing with contractors and mechanics
Before you approve that expensive repair or roof quote, we’ll help you separate what’s urgent from what’s unnecessary.
Getting ready to buy or sell a home
We’re not realtors, we’re the practical backup. We review inspection results and help spot both opportunities and money traps.
Concerned with a scam
Whether it's a strange text, sketchy email, or high-pressure tactic, we help you figure out what's legit and what's not.
The cost of going it alone
65%
of women say they’ve been overcharged or upsold on car repairs or home services simply because they were alone.1
30%
Older adults living alone spend up to 30% more on home repairs than those who have someone to help evaluate quotes.2
20-30%
In one national study, auto repair shops gave 20–30% higher quotes to women than to men when asked about the same issue.3
70%
Nearly 70% of single women homeowners say they feel vulnerable or unsure when dealing with major home repairs.4
1Northwestern University Center for Behavioral Science. 2AARP, Home Improvement Impact Study 3National Bureau of Economic Research 4Consumer Reports
A leaky roof quickly disrupted my whole life as a single mom. $35k was a scary estimate to get. HnyDo literally saved the day.
Sara runs a business out of her home and raises two teenage sons alone. She noticed her roof started leaking one night. A contractor gave her a $35,000 quote and said it needed replacing immediately. She didn’t have time to research, compare, or push back.
We reached out to 3 other contractors in the area, scheduled their onsite visits - which she didn't need to be available for - and spoke to them on her behalf.
Two of those contractors said the shingles were in great shape and no major repairs were needed immediately, other than a spot fix on the leak that could be monitored.
This resulted in a $500 repair, which is still holding up today.
A personal mission
I’m Jon. I’m a dad of three grown daughters, a lifelong fixer, and the one people call when they need a gut check. I spent 10 years at Plante Moran, worked with the CIA, and know my way around homes, cars, and high-stakes choices.
When I see people under stress getting pressured by mechanics or salespeople, I feel a responsibility to help. HnyDo is how I make time to do that.
I’m bringing in others too: dads, mechanics, contractors. People who aren’t selling anything. Just here to protect and advise when it counts. Sometimes, a second opinion is all it takes.
