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6 Tips to Conquer the Skilled Labor Shortage

Are you having trouble finding the employees you need to meet customer demand and effectively grow your business? If so, you’re not alone. America is experiencing an unprecedented skilled labor shortage — and it’s preventing a number of home improvement and repair businesses from reaching their full potential. Construction is expected to add jobs at …

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What does ‘Waiver of Subrogation’ mean?

Before we can understand what a waiver of subrogation is, we should first discuss the rights of subrogation. What does subrogate even mean? Subrogation refers to one party stepping into the shoes of another party and assuming the second party’s rights and responsibilities. It essentially allows one party to take the place of another and is extremely …

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Simple Tips on How to Save Big Money Buying Contractor Liability Insurance

It’s sad but true. Most California Contractors are either overpaying for insurance they do not need or they are paying unnecessary fees. This is true for both Workers Compensation and General Liability Insurance. Why? It’s simple. Most brokers are lazy and simply auto renew their clients without searching out the newest insurance options. Of course, …

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LLC Employee/Worker Bonds – What Are They & How Much do they cost?

What Is an LLC Employee/Worker Bond? The $100,000 LLC employee/worker bond is required for all contractors in California with a business entity registered as an LLC (Limited Liability Company).   An LLC employee/worker bond serves those employed by an LLC construction business in the event they are not compensated properly for performed work including wages, …

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CA Contractors State License Board Increasing Fees as of January 1, 2022

The CA Contractors Board is increasing their fees for most of their applications and renewals. Of note, they are increasing renewal fees for Corporations, LLCs, Partnerships, and Joint Ventures, while Sole Ownerships retain the same renewal fee except for inactive renewals. The renewal fee schedule is listed below: Sole Ownerships Active License – (on or …

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