The purpose of this guide is to cover the basic essentials of launching your very own construction business, including the 9-step process, licenses, financing, legal information, marketing, and more.
Who is this guide for?
This guide was designed for contractors, construction business owners, and entrepreneurs in industries such as general contracting, concrete, paving, landscaping, HVAC, painting, roofing, plumbing—just to name a few. Put simply—this guide is for any construction entrepreneur who’s serious about creating a legitimate, profitable construction business of their own.
Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:48 Why do Construction Businesses Fail? 3:22 What Problem Will Your Construction Business Solve? 5:32 11 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Construction Business 6:30 9-Step Process to Launch Your Construction Business 7:46 Creating a Solid Business Plan for Your Construction Business 8:33 Properly Structure Your Construction Business 9:01 Types of Legal Entities 9:54 Sole Proprietorship 11:26 Partnerships 12:33 Limited Liability Company (LLC) 13:34 Corporation 14:16 Final Thoughts About Structuring Your New Construction Business 15:19 How to Get Your General Contractor (GC) License 15:37 State-by-State 16:16 Construction Licenses, Registration, and Certification 17:37 Types of State Contractor Licenses 19:05 Financing Your New Construction Business 20:49 Marketing 101 for Your Construction Business 22:40 Scaling Your Construction Business 27:51 Conclusion
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