Contractor Licensing FAQs

The Capitol Connection is our weekly Q & A column for contractors that focuses on topics pertaining to contractor's licensing.

Legislative Update 2022

Sometimes it’s hard for busy contractors to keep up on the new rules and regulations. That’s just one reason we provide this resource for readers and when called on can provide the latest expert opinions in a hurry! Just check out some of what’s new this year 2022… First up is AB 569 on penalties. This bill…

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Worker Comp Exemption, Merging LLCs, Utah Reciprocity and Family License Waivers

What’s ‘old’ may be new again, but will you keep the license? I will ‘LLC’ what can be done. Another out of state contractor discovers that what was then isn’t now. Have an issue, questions or concerns about contractor licensing or rules for the construction industry? With decades of licensing assistance experience I can provide some…

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BESS, Veteran Service Credit and CA Veterans Application Assistance Program

As we recently honored military service on Veteran’s Day I wanted to revisit the opportunity available for our service men and women in construction and as licensed contractors. As many return from Afghanistan to enter the civilian job market the construction industry may offer positions and opportunity based on their service. And a second reminder that…

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Multi-State General, Changing LLC State, Business Name Change and Electrical Conduits

Who’s on first? As an expert I can tell you it depends on which states your working in. Another contractor’s business is also ‘moving’ on. An ‘explosive’ inquiry, and for another contractor ‘time’ is of the essence. No matter where or when I can help… Q:  We need to apply for a General Contractor’s License in CA…

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