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  • Safety Tip #1 For The New Year: Boots Keep Your Contractor Business On Its Feet

    • January 6, 2023
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    You’ve just received a license from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and you’re ready to get to work. But before you step onto your next job site, are your feet properly protected? Picking the right boots will keep your feet safe, comfortable, and could even help boost productivity in the long run. Tens

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  • Reminder: Annual Report Filing Is Coming Up

    • December 26, 2022
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    • Category: Annual Report, Business License Information for Florida
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    Happy Holidays from everyone here at LicensesETC.  With the new year upon us, there are many things that you may want to tackle as you continue your Florida Contractor business into 2023.  But in all of those great new ideas, you can’t forget some of the yearly action items for your Florida business. We want

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  • Know The Difference Between Arbitration and Litigation

    • December 19, 2022
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    • Category: Contractor Information, Contractor Legal Information
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    A few years back, we shared an article regarding how to handle disputes should they arise and our friends over at TheLienZone had a great article on this very topic that as we enter the new year of 2023, we like to share with you again. The following article was written by Miami Construction Lawyer

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  • Construction Technology Software That You May Want To Incorporate In Your Business

    • December 12, 2022
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    • Category: Contractor Information
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    As a contractor in this industry, you are faced with planning and communication obstacles and what better way to overcome these by incorporating technology in your daily process to better your business and customer experience. We recently came across 3 software companies and tech providers who have recently announced new and updated products designed to help contractors

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  • Staying Committed To Deadlines Will Make Your License Florida Contracting Business Flourish

    • December 5, 2022
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    • Category: Contractor Information
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    Construction jobs are often about money and time. Both factors are important when it comes to hitting deadlines, which are crucial in order to retain clients or refer them to you again. There are always going to be bumps in the road when it comes to projects, and it can be very unpredictable. Things can

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  • Claim Of A Lien: What To Know

    • November 28, 2022
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    • Category: Contractor Legal Information
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    A few years back, we shared this great article from our friends at TheLienZone and as the new year is 1 month away, we thought it be a great idea to share this again. 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

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  • Great Communication Is Essential For Your Florida Contractor Business

    • October 10, 2022
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    • Category: Blog, Contractor Information
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    Running a business can be a daunting task.  As a business owner, you are faced with many tasks all at one time forcing you to wear many different hats especially when you are a Florida Contractor.  If clear and concise communication is not executed between your client and all expectations that your team will deliver

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  • In The Know: What Are The Possible Penalties For Unlicensing Contracting?

    • July 12, 2022
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    Unlicensed contracting is a first-degree misdemeanor in Florida, and it can result in up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. If the accused has been convicted of doing business without a license, then they could be charged with a third-degree felony, which carries a maximum sentence of up to five years in

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  • In The Know: What Does The Law Say If One Operates Without A License In Florida?

    • July 5, 2022
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    • Category: Blog, Contractor Legal Information, Florida Construction, Florida Contractor License
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    As you enter the world of Construction in Florida, you need to be licensed under Florida.  Under Florida law, the offense of “Contracting Without a License” can encompass a broad range of conduct related to the construction and home improvement industries. Section 489.127, Florida Statutes, provides as follows: (1) No person shall: (a) Falsely hold himself

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  • Thinking Of Getting Your Florida Electrical Contractor’s License?

    • June 30, 2022
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    • Category: Blog, Business License Information, Electrical Contractor License, Florida Electrical Contractor License, Uncategorized
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    If you want to become an electrician in Florida, you need to have a license to practice electrical contracting. Doing so will allow you to legally work in the state.  According to U.S. News World Report, electricians are the #3 job in construction right now. By 2026, there should be 60,100 new positions for electricians,

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