Tell it like it is. He is a shyster. Wouldn't fancy ordering a fitted kitchen from his new "company". In fairness , paying total amount up front is just asking for trouble. I made and fitted a kitchen for a lady who had done just that- paid up front, and the guy who was doing it was never seen again. She then wanted to pay me up front as well. Some people never learn. I had to persuade her to only pay me a deposit until kitchen was in and she was happy with it. Hmmm..........I'm a cabinet maker/joiner......... Maybe I should start a baseboard business. Maybe not though.