Virtually every small business needs a license to operate. Depending on your location and the type of business you run, you may even need multiple business licenses and permits. General contractors ...

For a variety of reasons, including safety and accountability, most states in the U.S. require contractors to be licensed to work legally. For those starting or growing a construction business, it’s ...

Q: I’m thinking about starting a professional contracting business, but I’m not sure what I need to do in terms of licensing and registration with my state. What types of business licenses might I ...

Before hiring a contractor, ask to see their state-issued license. Then verify it. MATIAS J. OCNER mocner@miamiherald.com Are you looking for a contractor? Whether you want to remodel your home or ...

At the surface level, handyman and contracting businesses appear to do the same thing: repair, renovate and build. And while each exchanges expertise and labor for money, they’re not the same. Here’s ...