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Contractors Bond vs. Liability Insurance

By Allen Lowder · 5 years ago

Surety bonds and liability insurance are two very different types of coverage that contractors should be aware of. A bonded contractor provides more financial security to customers and partners, and a licensed contractor is more ...

How to Be a Successful Independent Contractor

By Allen Lowder · 6 years ago

Independent contractors play a huge role in today’s economy. One in five jobs in the U.S. are performed by a worker under contract, and contractors and freelancers could make up 50% of the American workforce ...

Are You a Handyman or a General Contractor?

By Allen Lowder · 5 years ago

Do you find yourself wondering if you are truly a handyman or a general contractor? While the two roles may perform similar work sometimes, the distinction between the two is actually very important. Qualifications, certifications, ...

The Pros and Cons of Managing Product Certification

By Allen Lowder · 6 years ago

Getting and keeping product certifications is a huge part of keeping your business running smoothly. But the question remains: should you manage certifications yourself, or entrust someone else to do it for you? The answer ...

Do I Need EAC Certification for My Product?

By Allen Lowder · 6 years ago

In order for certain products to enter Eurasian Economic Union countries, they must have Eurasian Conformity (EAC) certification. EAC certification, demonstrated by the EAC Mark, represents compliance with safety and public health standards of Russia, ...