When it comes to real estate, few things shape price like location. The right setting can turn an average home into a dream property — especially if it comes with a view. But while scenic homes are in high demand, what buyers actually pay for those views varies widely across the country. To find out […]
If a contractor, builder, or other professionals within the construction industry are looking for a supportive community that offers resources to improve their business among other perks, joining a builders exchange would be a critical move. This article is intended to help construction professionals in the San Francisco area understand what the San Francisco Builders […]
Compliance is critical. Looking for more information? Keep reading to learn how to get a roofing license in California with Surely First. What Is a Roofing Contractor License? A C–39 license certifies that an individual, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, or joint venture is licensed to work on roofs. Before the construction of any building, […]
To contract and work on the vast majority of construction projects in California it’s required to be licensed by the California Contractors State License Board. The type of contracting license you obtain permits you to take on certain jobs while restricting you from others and requires specific experience for licensure. So how do you know […]
When thinking of CEO breeding grounds, the mind may go to investment firms like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs or Ivy League institutions like Harvard or Princeton. But before their careers started and prior to earning their prestigious titles, they each came from a hometown that was likely similar to the one you grew up […]
While grabbing that iced latte from Starbucks® every morning might only cost you a few dollars per day, a regular drive-thru coffee routine is just one of many common spending habits that can really add up over time. We took a look at the toll that different everyday splurges like coffee outings, happy hours, and […]
Getting a masonry contractor license can catapult your contracting career in a new and successful direction. As with acquiring a contractors license in any trade, becoming a licensed masonry contractor takes hard work and dedication. To receive a C-29 license from the Contractors State License Board, you must meet certain prerequisites, pass two exams, and […]
Being a refrigeration contractor can be a lucrative career. After all, how many people do you know who don’t have a refrigerator? It’s a contracting job that comes with steady work, which makes this type of licensure widely sought after. Find out more about what refrigeration contractors do, as well as what it takes to […]
One agency every California contractor needs to be familiar with is the Contractors State License Board. This government agency determines who can perform contracting work and how, as well as establishes the rules and requirements for licensure. Learn more about the Contractors State License Board below, including types of contractor licenses, who needs licensure to […]
In recent months, the housing market has been overwhelmingly favorable to sellers and equally unfavorable for buyers looking for their next home. This means that those who currently rent are continuing to do so, even if they want to buy, and those who are venturing away from the nest for the first time are more […]