Lunes, Disyembre 12, 2016
General vs Specialized Contractors
The term "licensed contractor" can be a bit misleading, since it is a broad brush stroke that can be used to refer to either a general contractor, or a specialized contractor. In the State of Florida, there are a few types of licenses contractors can apply for, based on what type of work they
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Martes, Disyembre 6, 2016
Getting Licensed in the State of Florida
For any true professional doing business in this state, obtaining a Florida contractor's license is a key step in the process. And since Florida doesn't allow any reciprocity - just because you have a license in another state doesn't mean you're free to practice your trade here in Florida - it
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Biyernes, Nobyembre 25, 2016
What Activities Require a License in Florida?
When making the decision on whether or not to get licensed, or deciding which type of license is right for your business, it helps to know what activities the state considers holding a general contractors license a necessity, and which activities it allows individuals to engage in without a
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Martes, Setyembre 27, 2016
Miyerkules, Setyembre 21, 2016
Online Payments Temporarily Unavailable
ONLINE PAYMENTS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE We are sorry for the inconvenience. Our online payment function is currently in the process of being improved and will be online soon!
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Lunes, Setyembre 19, 2016
Linggo, Agosto 14, 2016
Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone: How to Determine if You Are Ready to Expand Your Offerings
There are many times in life where being comfortable is a really great feeling. But, in business, it can lead to a stagnant lead pool and result in your prosperity drying up. Contractors Reporting Services has been around for over 50 years and we know what it takes to succeed as a Florida
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Huwebes, Agosto 4, 2016
Construction Trends That General Contractors Should Know About
Each generation of consumers is slightly different than the one that came before. Whether the changes are driven by a need for improvement or a desire to create something unique, the newcomers hold tightly to their ideas. As a Florida General Contractor, you have boots on the ground in the
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Huwebes, Hulyo 14, 2016
Sabado, Hunyo 25, 2016
Skipping Permits - Is it Worth the Risk as a Florida Contractor?
Getting a General Contractors license in Florida is no small fete. At Contractors Reporting Services, we specialize in making sure you meet all of the Florida contractor license requirements. From passing the exam, to a background check, credit report, education/ work experience requirements,
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Lunes, Hunyo 13, 2016
Newsletters - How To Make This Business Tool Work for You as a General Contractor - Part 2
Being a General Contractor licensed in Florida, you already understand the importance of building relationships and working hard to maintain them. Keeping your clients happy over the course of a project is vitally important, but showing them that you care even after the job is over, will do
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Biyernes, Mayo 27, 2016
Newsletters - How To Make This Business Tool Work for You as a General Contractor - Part 1
As a Florida General Contractor, you are well aware of how quickly things can wrap up at the end of a project. You finish the job, clean up the site and finalize things with your happy client. When the job is done, the relationship is over, right? Wrong! Repeat business is the best type of
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Huwebes, Abril 7, 2016
Miyerkules, Abril 6, 2016
Special Offers
Special Offers We keep our pricing system simple and easy to follow. One price for the package. Now that was easy! No Á la carte pricing like other services offer. We are guaranteed to beat our competitors' prices and give you the most service for the absolute best price. All in One Package
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Martes, Abril 5, 2016
Local Licensing Services
Florida Contractor Local Licensing Services In order to obtain your Florida General Contractors license, you must complete several requirements with the state. You must also complete 14 hours of continued education each year in order to maintain an active General Contractors license in the state
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Lunes, Abril 4, 2016
Contractor Application Services
CLICK HERE to download the Financial Stability Review & Credit Report Forms CLICK HERE for specific info on Florida Contractor Licensing Services CLICK HERE to download the form to Grandfather Your Registered Contractor License Continue reading below for more information on the Florida
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Linggo, Abril 3, 2016
Contractor Consulting Services
Florida Contractor Consulting Services Embarking on a new career path as a General Contractor in Florida can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also be slightly overwhelming. The back-end paperwork and logistics of forming your business and making the right decisions to be successful, in
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Sabado, Abril 2, 2016
Florida Contractor Credit Reports
Credit Report Services - Establishing Financial Responsibility for your General Contractors License Did you know that before you can obtain your General Contractor license in the state of Florida, you must provide a personal and commercial credit report to prove financial responsibility and
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Biyernes, Abril 1, 2016
Contact Us
Let's talk further. If you have questions in the future and need a quick consultation, we're here. But it would also be smart to jot down your contact info. We'll contact you from time to time with specials, news that builders look for (we're builders ourselves, we'll keep you up to date with
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Huwebes, Marso 31, 2016
What Does it Mean for a Florida General Contractor Be Bonded?
Today's consumers are an educated group, arming themselves with the knowledge of what is available to them and how to get it for the best price, without compromising on quality. But, another factor they consider is how to ensure that they are protected, should anything go wrong with their
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Miyerkules, Marso 30, 2016
Resources
Construction Schools CamTech www.camtechschool.com 800-875-PASS (7277) Insurance A. Kilbride Insurance www.akilbride.com All Business Underwriters www.agencyauditservices.com Phone 727-403-9470 Legal David E Bryant Attorney at Law 941-914-2584 Building Materials
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Martes, Marso 29, 2016
About Us
Helping builders dot "i"s and cross "t"s since 1965. You have additions to worry about, logistical, structural issues, scheduling problems-you have enough to keep you busy. And Contractors Reporting Services has been helping the construction industry take care of the paperwork and
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Lunes, Marso 28, 2016
Linggo, Marso 27, 2016
Business Services
Business Services Services R Financial Stability Review & Report R Licensing Services R Business Services R Special Offers You have a job to do. We'll take care of the business. We know getting a contractor license can seem like a lot of work, so we broke out the
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Sabado, Marso 26, 2016
Biyernes, Marso 25, 2016
Lunes, Marso 14, 2016
6 Reasons You Should Be Accepting "Plastic" as a Florida General Contractor
This digital age has created a mindset of expectation for everything to be faster, easier and less messy. Some old-schoolers may still prefer a paper copy or receipt, but the vast majority of people are far happier with paperless system. Purchases can be made by simply passing a cell phone over
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Linggo, Marso 6, 2016
5 Reasons to Start Carrying Business Cards as a FL Contractor
Some might say that a business card is an antiquated marketing tool, most often used to enter giveaways and contests for office lunches. With the growing popularity of digital conveniences, a paper "calling card" seems like yesterday's option. However, just because something has been around for
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Huwebes, Enero 28, 2016
Martes, Enero 26, 2016
Lunes, Enero 25, 2016
Frequently Asked Questions about Florida Contractor Credit Reports for HVAC specialists
Most contractors have many questions about the financial stability portion of the general contractor licensing requirements for HVAC specialists. Our Florida contractor credit report team is here to help you find answers and establish your financial responsibility so you can earn your general
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Linggo, Enero 24, 2016
Sabado, Enero 23, 2016
How to prove your financial responsibility with our Florida Contractor Credit Report service - Contractor Reporting Services
One of the most important steps during the general contractor licensing process in Florida is proving financial responsibility. People striving to earn the Florida HVAC license and general contractor license must submit a Florida Contractor Credit Score, as well as other documentation to prove
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Biyernes, Enero 22, 2016
How to "grandfather" your Registered Contractors License in Florida
In 2012, Governor Rick Scott signed a bill to extend the time period during which registered contractors license could receive a statewide, certified Florida contractor's license through a "grandfathering" process. Here are some of the details from the bill to help you better understand what
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Huwebes, Enero 21, 2016
Why Consider a Specialty License?
Becoming an FL General Contractor is the best decision for anyone looking to get a contracting business started. The term "general" gives the sense that most of the jobs you would be presented with could be handled, as long as you hold a license as a FL General Contractor. This is true, however,
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Miyerkules, Enero 20, 2016
How to Form an LLC for your Contractor Company
Starting your career as a general contractor in Florida requires several steps. You must first pass the exam and complete the requirements for experience, financial responsibility, and insurance for future events for your contractor company. Once you get all of those pieces into place, the final
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Martes, Enero 19, 2016
Lunes, Enero 18, 2016
Linggo, Enero 17, 2016
Tips to Help You Study for your Florida Contractor License
Earning your Florida general contractor license is more complex than simply filling out an application and picking out a clever business name. Obtaining your contractor license requires years of building experience, financial stability, and - the most important piece of the puzzle - passing the
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Sabado, Enero 16, 2016
How to Get Your Customers to Say "Yes" - Part 1
Contractors Reporting Services is here to help with everything you need to obtain and maintain your contractors license FL; but our work doesn't end there. We want you to be successful in growing your contracting business and your customers are the first and fastest way to get it off the ground.
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Biyernes, Enero 15, 2016
Navigating the Red Tape - How to Become a Contractor
At Contractor Reporting Services, we have spent over forty years helping contractors become licensed and prepared for jobs in the field. In our years of experience, we have helped how to become contractor move from passing their exams to becoming licensed general contractors in the state of
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Huwebes, Enero 14, 2016
Three Tips to Become a Successful General Contractor in Florida
Building a successful general contractor business in Florida requires dedication and planning. The first step to building your business is to obtain your general contractors license by taking the Florida General Contractors exam. After you take the exam, you must apply for your FL general
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Miyerkules, Enero 13, 2016
Steps for getting an HVAC license in Florida
Earning your HVAC license in Florida to become an professional takes hard work, dedication, and the right guidance. It's easy to want to be a one-man show, but when it comes to business, it's better to delegate your weaknesses to others so you can focus on your strengths. When it comes to
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Martes, Enero 12, 2016
General Liability Insurance and Your Florida Contractors License
Obtaining your Florida General Contractors License is an in-depth, but very straightforward process. As long as you meet the application and licensing requirements, little can stand in the way of you getting your business started. However, making sure that every single box is checked requires a
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Lunes, Enero 11, 2016
How to start your plumbing company in Florida
The first step to start your plumbing business is to earn your Florida contractors license by passing the exam and proving your experience and financial responsibility through documentation. This is a very thorough process and, if not done correctly, can take a long time to complete. We strongly
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Linggo, Enero 10, 2016
Which is the better option for your HVAC business: a LLC or S-corp setup?
Starting a HVAC business in Florida can be daunting, especially when faced with the decision of which business set up to choose: a LLC or S-corp. If you've researched the two business plans at all, you will see that they offer vastly different benefits. If you are not sure what you want your
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Sabado, Enero 9, 2016
What to do if your Florida Contractor Credit Report is Lower than 660
Applying for your Florida general contractor license requires proof of financial stability. At Contractor Reporting Services, we often hear the question, "how important is my credit score in the licensing process?" and what if you have lower Contractor Credit Report. The answer is that your
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Biyernes, Enero 8, 2016
A Good Credit Score can Help You Obtain your Florida Contractor License
The requirements to earn your Florida Contractor License include several steps, including passing the exam and proving your years of experience in your industry. However, the requirement that surprises most general contractor hopefuls tends to be the financial responsibility portion of the
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Huwebes, Enero 7, 2016
How to Improve your Florida Contractor Credit Report Score
One of the most difficult requirements for people to meet in order to become a general contractor in Florida is the financial responsibility requirement and we are here to help you improve Florida contractor credit report. Most people assume that the only requirement is passing the exam, but
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Miyerkules, Enero 6, 2016
Florida's surging construction industry faces worker shortage
Since joining his father's construction crew when he was 16, Casey Ellison has ridden 21 years of Florida building booms and busts and construction industry faces worker shortage. This time, though, the recovery is playing out a different way. As both commercial and residential development picks
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Martes, Enero 5, 2016
Why Do You Need a General Contractors License?
Operating a business in a skilled or trade industry, whether you are an owner or a laborer, requires on the job experience and General Contractors License. Few people would argue that fact; however, some still question the need for a professional license. The process can be tedious and drawn out
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Lunes, Enero 4, 2016
Consulting Services for your General Contractor License in Florida
When you begin your career as a general contractor license in Florida, it is important to build your business on a solid foundation. There are several forms of paperwork and business logistics that are required to create a successful and efficiently operating contractor business in Florida. Most
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Linggo, Enero 3, 2016
Sabado, Enero 2, 2016
Contractor Corporate LLC Setup Services - What's the difference between an S-Corp and an LLC?
When working with general contractors who are starting businesses, one of the most common questions we hear is about the difference between an LLC and an S-Corp. At Contractor Reporting Services, we believe in educating our clients to help them make the best decisions for their business future.
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Biyernes, Enero 1, 2016
How to Get an Electrical Contractors License in FL
Getting your Electrical contractors license in FL can be a complicated process, but if you utilize the right resources, you can get through it without even breaking a sweat. There are several steps that must be taken to ensure that your licensing requirements have been met and you are ready to
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