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Minimum contractor bond
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Journey-level experience
4 years
Current exam passing scores
School-observed: 65% for Law & Business and 63% to 71% for trade exams; CSLB does not publish fixed passing scores

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Why Success in California Construction Can be About Who You Know

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Why Success in California Construction Can be About Who You Know

“It’s not what you know, but who you know…”

That piece of business advice has been around for decades, reminding us that relationships are every bit as important as talent and work ethic. But surely, that couldn’t be true in the competitive California construction industry, where results, schedules, and budgets make all the difference, right?

Believe it or not, it can still matter whether or not you know the right people – just probably not for the reasons you think.

Let us explain. It takes a lot to run a successful company, and many owners and contractors find that they are overwhelmed with all the small details that come up each and every week. For that reason, life becomes a lot easier when you have the right kinds of professionals on your side, people who can help you stay on top of things like:

Taxes. Trust us when we tell you that you definitely want to stay on the right side of Uncle Sam’s account ledger. Your business may have quarterly or monthly tax payments to make, and having a good accountant or tax professional can help keep you out of trouble.

Insurance. Having a good, comprehensive insurance plan doesn’t just protect the future of your business – it’s also a necessity to bid on most well-paying California construction projects. But, the details of construction insurance plans and carriers can vary greatly, as can their pricing, so it’s important to have an agent you trust on your team.

Paperwork and legal issues. Registering your trade name, incorporating your business, and dealing with construction contracts are just a few quick examples of things you might want or need help with when trying to get your California construction business up and running. It’s easy to dismiss these or decide to go with a cheap and quick solution, but there’s a good chance you’ll end up regretting it later.

Hiring and employment questions. The same goes for background checks and employment verification. Hiring the wrong people can carry huge consequences – financially, legally, and to your company’s reputation. That’s why you definitely need to have people who know employment issues giving you expert advice.

At CSLS, we don’t just teach you what you need to know to get your business off on the right foot, but meet and to our network of professionals continuing their education . Why notvisit our site today and see how we can help you make your business more successful with the right professionals on your team?

 

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