Author Archives: Susan Vincent

Is an unlicensed contractor breaking the law to advertise construction services?

Is an unlicensed contractor breaking the law to advertise construction services?  That’s a good question [...]

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Top 10 Reasons to get a Contractors License

Top 10 Reasons to get a Contractors License If you’re like a lot of contractors, [...]

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Summer – A Great Time for a Contractor’s License!

Summer – A Great Time for a Contractor’s License!  Summer is a great time to [...]

Did you know your Military Experience can give you credit towards the work requirement to get your Contractor License?

Did you know your Military Experience can give you credit towards the work requirement to [...]

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CSLB Sting Operations

What is a Sting Operation?  In law enforcement, a sting operation is a deceptive operation [...]

Can a conviction of a misdemeanor or felony keep a person from being a licensed contractor?

Can a conviction of a misdemeanor or felony keep a person from being a licensed [...]

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Contractor Bonds – Why?

Sometimes I get calls from contractors asking about contractor bonds.  What are they?  Who needs [...]

What are the risks for Owner-Builders?

What is an owner-builder?  First let’s define exactly what is an Owner-Builder is, according to [...]