5 Ways to Outsource Your Paperwork as a General Contractor in Florida

Contractors Reporting Services in Tampa, FL leads the way in helping general contractors run their construction business. From assisting with Florida contractor’s license requirements and sharing insight into how to become a contractor, they offer an end-to-end service for general contractors.

As a licensed general contractor you have more than enough to deal with on a daily basis without the additional stress and headaches of paperwork. While you understand the importance of filling the annual reports with the Secretary of State and keeping your workers’ compensation exemption renewed, it can be difficult to fit these tasks into an already packed day.

Application Service for Your Florida General Contractor License

Once you have passed your State exam in Florida, you will need to provide specific application information for that trade. You can use an Initial Application service to help you obtain your general contractor license quickly and efficiently to avoid any delay.

Financial Stability Reviews and Reporting

These reviews and reports include checking public records at the County, State, and Federal levels. Both the State as well as the relevant local County or City municipalities will approve these reports. They will be completed by Contractors Reporting Services within twenty-four hours of receiving the information.

Corporation or LLC (Limited Liability Corporation) Formation

This does not need to be an expensive undertaking. In stark contrast to other overpriced websites, Contractors Reporting Services offers an affordable solution. Friendly, professional staff offers a customized solution and the personal attention that you need. We’ll answer all your questions and deliver the right  solution for your business, setting you up as either a C-Corporation or S-Corporation.

Registration and Renewal of Licenses

It can be difficult to keep track of when and how to renew State and Country licenses. In order for a general contractor to remain in compliance with State Statuettes and Local Codes, an outsourced service is invaluable.

Additional Entities

We can assist If you hold a general contractors license for one company and wish to qualify a second, or in the instance where you hold multiple licenses and wish to qualify a separate company with any of your licenses. This has to be applied for under Additional Business Guidelines which can be frustrating and confusing to navigate.

Filing of Annual Reports

It is a requirement that construction companies file annual reports each year to renew or maintain their active status. Failure to file reports accurately or on-time for a Corporation or an LLC will result in a penalty of $400 that cannot be waived.

A Specialised In-House Construction Accounting Service

We have an in-house accountant available who offers a free review of your current accounting and tax returns. The purpose is to identify areas where you can save money in taxes. Our team also offers a free QuickBooks class on how to operate and better understand QuickBooks and use it for your business.

Running a business as with a general contractor license is stressful. There are always fires that need to be put out as well as logistical, structural issues, scheduling problems – more than enough to keep you busy. At Contractors Reporting Services in Tampa, FL , we’ve been helping businesses in the construction industry take care of the paperwork along with licensing and approval processes for more than 50 years.

Join hundreds of other satisfied customers by letting us assist with procedures and approval processes for your business. And let us deal with the various government organizations and changing requirements. This will ensure that you’re always up-to-date so that there is no risk of delays or annoying inquiries.

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