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  • Why Worker’s Compensation Insurance Is So Important

    • September 5, 2022
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    It is important for contractors to have adequate worker’s compensation and general liability insurance to protect themselves from the risks associated with working on a construction site. Even if a project is not currently underway, Florida’s insurance requirements apply to all active licenses. When a contractor’s license is issued in Florida, the state gives the

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  • How To Keep Business Going As A Contractor During Slow Seasons

    • August 30, 2022
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    Over the past year, we’ve seen how unpredictable life can be. There have been many instances where businesses have been temporarily disrupted due to something outside of their control. Despite the pandemic, there are still good and bad times in business. Even though your business is doing well, it’s still important to prepare for the

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  • Daily Tip: Having Clear Communication As A Contractor Is Essential To Success

    • August 10, 2022
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    Communication problems can have a negative impact on various aspects of life, such as projects and relationships. Having the proper amount of communication can help two or more people avoid problems from happening in the first place. Communication problems during a construction job can lead to various issues, such as delays and accidents. Despite the

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  • What Are Construction Defects?

    • June 20, 2022
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    No one wants a construction defect to occur. Construction defects are a headache for builders/contractors and clients, especially if the issue gets brought to a construction defect trial.   It’s a builder or developers or contractor’s job to be on the lookout for construction defects; however, sometimes, defects get overlooked. Real problems arise when defects appear, and no one

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  • When Dealing With Contruction Lien Wavers, Be Aware Of These 3 Common Mistakes

    • June 10, 2022
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    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 construction  lien waivers. Do not ever hesitate to call us here at Licenses, Etc.! If we don’t

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  • Licenses ETC Celebrates 15 years In Business!

    • May 4, 2022
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    Licenses ETC Celebrates 15 years In Business

    On April 2nd, 2022, Licenses Etc. celebrated 15 years of being in business. We have assisted over 9,000 contractors obtain their contractor licenses, formed over 2,000 business entities, and pulled too many credit reports to count. Back in 2007, Licenses Etc. began as a small SW Florida business serving mainly clients from Collier and Lee

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  • Weekly Tip: Mobile Apps for Efficiency in Contracting

    • April 6, 2022
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    There’s an app for everything these days! Did you know there’s apps for contractors that help with efficiency in the field? There are! Each year, more apps are developed to help increase workflow efficiency. These apps feature electronic date capture in the field. We wanted to share with two of these apps with you. After

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  • What To Consider If You Want To Become An A/C Contractor

    • March 14, 2022
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    From plumbing and swimming pools to mechanical and air conditioning, there are all kinds of contractors. The trade of contracting is important and hard work. These jobs require a lot of skill, and often put people in potentially dangerous situations, because work sites, machinery and tools can all cause harm.  In this article, we will

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  • Thinking Of Starting A General Contracting Career? Lets Explore The Different Types

    • March 7, 2022
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    We help Florida contractors get their license. We streamline the contractor licensing process so contractors can focus more on their business at hand. There’s a lot of details in the licensing process in Florida, and we know all the ins and outs.   We also love sharing contractor information and news with our clients. Below,

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  • If You Are A Miami General Contractor, Check Out This Forum

    • February 7, 2022
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    The Miami Construction Forum is a great resource for contractors, and we’d like to share this great opportunity with you. The forum is free and there are no required meetings or events to attend. It’s all about learning. The Forum meets each month for a complimentary lunch and learn session. Construction professionals (company owners, manager,

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