Georgia State Licensing Board Proposes New Rule

The Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors proposes a new rule for Chapter 553-3 qualifications for licensure. The new rule will implement a process so that military spouses and transitioning service members may qualify for licensure with the State Licensing Board. A public hearing will be held on June 21, 2017 at […]
IF YOU’RE ACTIVE, KEEP IT COVERED

It’s no secret to contractors that when you’re on a jobsite, it’s extremely important to ensure that your general liability and worker’s compensation insurances are sufficient and up-to-date. But, one thing that is often overlooked by new licensees, or even veteran contractors who are not actively engaged on projects, is that the State’s insurance coverage […]
HOW ARE YOU ABLE TO LIEN A JOB WITH MULTIPLE DIRECT CONTRACTS?

Growth through innovation/creativity. Rather than be constrained by ideas for new products, services and new markets coming from just a few people, a Thinking Corporation can tap into the employees.
CONGRATULATIONS, JANUARY LICENSEES!

Growth through innovation/creativity. Rather than be constrained by ideas for new products, services and new markets coming from just a few people, a Thinking Corporation can tap into the employees.
ANNUAL REPORTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR FILING (FLORIDA AND GEORGIA!)

Many businesses, large and small, have a huge source of great ideas that can help them improve, innovate, and grow, and yet so many of these companies never think of using this amazing corporate asset. What is this highly valuable asset? Its own people.
HOW TO HIRE AND MANAGE A CONSTRUCTION LAWYER

Growth through innovation/creativity. Rather than be constrained by ideas for new products, services and new markets coming from just a few people, a Thinking Corporation can tap into the employees.
FOUR LIEN ERRORS TO AVOID

The following article was written by Miami Construction Lawyer Alex Barthet and appeared first on TheLienZone. It was re-posted with permission. For more information about Alex and his firm, please visit www.TheLienZone.com and www.Barthet.com. See below for some great information we found on lien errors. Do not ever hesitate to call us here at Licenses, Etc.! If we don’t have […]
UPGRADING YOUR LICENSE

Did you know you can upgrade some contractor’s licenses? Certain certified licenses are eligible to be upgraded after a certain amount of time. Eligible licenses for upgrading include: HVAC – Class C, HVAC –Class B, Residential, Building, Swimming Pool Servicing, Residential Pool Contractor. If you currently have one of the licenses above, you may be […]
POST-HURRICANE FLORIDA CONTRACTOR INFORMATION

Hurricane Hermine came and went, but we’re still in hurricane season here in Florida and it’s always important to be prepared and stay safe during a storm. Hopefully, Hermine didn’t do any damage to your home or business, but if it did we want to share a reminder from the Department of Business and professional […]
STOPPING UNLICENSED ILLEGAL ACTIVITY

At Licenses Etc., we believe in sharing important information and resources with our clients and the contracting community. Below, we want to discuss the issue of unlicensed activity. Unlicensed activity is a criminal offense. The information below comes directly from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). It is in the best interest […]