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Old 04-07-2009, 11:19 AM   #1
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Qualifier vs Liscense

Hello all. A general question and thought I would consult the experts. My employer has asked me to look into GC Qualifier in Va, Ga and Md. I am not familiar with this term. Please tell me if I am correct. You can become liscensed in these states by passing thier tests etc. If for some reason you cannot become liscensed, you can try to arrange a deal with someone who holds a liscense in one of those states (and who actually takes on the risk) so you can perform the work? I know this is basic, but it is new to me. If there is a easier explanation, I am certainly up for it

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Old 04-07-2009, 03:00 PM   #2
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The way it works here in NM.

The business holds the license (the licensee)

The business must have at least one employee actively involved in the business that is the qualifier. This is the person who passes the test. That person can move on anytime but the business must always have at least one active qualifier.

There are several classifications of license. Each of these classifications requires a qualifier. The qualifier may be the same person with multiple qualifications or may be different people.

If the qualifier leaves so the business has no qualifier or has no qualifier for specific types of work the business may no longer bid on or accept that type of work. The business has a limited amount of time to wind down any work in progress for which it no longer qualifies.
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In Maryland that depends on the type of work you do. If you are doing commercial work only then you need to register as a contractor. If you are building homes then you need to register as a home builder. If you plan to do home improvement work (Pretty much anything that involves a homeowner) then you will have to have a Home improvement contractors license if you are going to be the general contractor. If you are going to subcontract from another contractor then you will need an subcontractors license. You will not be able to pull a building permit with a subcontractors license as you cannot contract directly with a homeowner. If you are only going to act in a sales capacity and for no more than two contractors then you will need a salesmans license and permission from both employers to work the other. Maryland is reciprocal with Delaware. I know that Virginia is reciprocal with north Carolina and I think West virginia but I dont think they have an agreement with Georgia.

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