Under March 2013 amendments to the Virginia mechanics’ lien statute, contractors seeking mechanics’ liens must now demonstrate that they are licensed to complete their work. As a result, contractors ...

While general contractor license requirement vary by state, there are some commonalities that you will likely be expected to meet. — Getty Images/jacoblund Virtually every small business needs a ...

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 ...