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Hiring a Licensee to Qualify Your Construction Company

For many businesses seeking to enter the Florida construction industry, it often makes more sense to hire a qualifying license holder, rather than apply for a new license. It can be a great option to save time and avoid the pain of sitting for another licensing exam. This is especially true given Florida is aContinue reading “Hiring a Licensee to Qualify Your Construction Company”

How to Respond to a Chapter 558 Construction Defect Notice

If you have been doing construction in Florida for a while, you have probably received a “558 Notice.” If you haven’t, consider yourself lucky. Most construction defect disputes in Florida start with a 558 Notice. This is a statutory mandated notice that tells the contractor that the person who hired them thinks they performed defectiveContinue reading “How to Respond to a Chapter 558 Construction Defect Notice”

Unlocking New Heights: Obtaining Your Florida Roofing License

Are you looking to soar to new heights as a licensed roofer in the Sunshine State? Obtaining your Florida roofing license can open doors to endless possibilities. In this guide, we’ll navigate you through the necessary steps to achieve your dream of becoming a licensed roofing professional. Step 1: Meeting the Prerequisites Before you canContinue reading “Unlocking New Heights: Obtaining Your Florida Roofing License”

Florida Confirms: 10-year statute of repose runs from date of certificate of occupancy, not sale of property

Florida’s 2nd DCA recently confirmed in Westpark Preserve v. Polte Homes, that Florida’s statute of repose runs 10 years from the date of the certificate of occupancy, not the date of the sale. This means that property owners have 10 years to sue the builder from the date the certificate of occupancy is issued. DISCLAIMER:Continue reading “Florida Confirms: 10-year statute of repose runs from date of certificate of occupancy, not sale of property”

Contractors: Why Do You Keep Working When You’re Not Being Paid?

In the world of construction, ensuring timely payment is crucial for contractors. Unfortunately, delayed and withheld payments can severely impact operations, cash flow, and business stability. To protect yourself from these situations, you should negotiate for a provision that allows you to suspend work if you aren’t being paid. This post discusses the significance ofContinue reading “Contractors: Why Do You Keep Working When You’re Not Being Paid?”