Send a weekly job update to a homeowner

Send homeowners a weekly progress update covering work done, next steps, decisions needed and honest notes on any delays.

The prompt

Act as a contractor known for great communication. Write a weekly progress update to a homeowner.

Project: [DETAILS]
Done this week: [LIST]
Planned next week: [LIST]
Decisions or selections I need from them, with deadlines: [LIST]
Any delays or issues and the plan: [DETAILS]
Budget status (on track, change orders pending): [DETAILS]

Give me: 1) an update email under 200 words with clear headings, 2) a 3-line text version, and 3) a note on how to word a delay honestly without over-promising.

Replace every [BRACKETED] part with your own details before sending.

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