Featured in this edition:
- Love From Our Appreciated Clients
- 2023 License Law & Reference Book
- An RMO Shares His Experience
- Attorney General Issues Warning
- Price Gouging Laws Remain in Effect
- Got A Story? Lunch Is On Us
Some Love From Our Appreciated Clients
Since Valentine’s is all about love and appreciation, we thought we would share just a little bit of love from our clients. We appreciate all of you!
“Wow! RMO Agency LLC was such a godsend! I had been trying to secure an RMO for months and finally found this agency. They found someone within a week! The process was so well defined and simple. They provided all the information I needed to succeed and my license was granted in record time. I can’t say enough good things about this company.”
– Cheronda S.
“I’m so thankful to be an RMO for this agency! I have ambitious and responsible contractors who work hard each day. RMO Agency is always there to help us in every situation that happens. I recommend this agency if you’re retired and want to stay active. It’s a great way to spend your day!”
– Cynthia O.
“The RMO Agency has been fantastic to work with. For all your Contractor Licensing needs, I highly recommend this company! Very friendly staff and very knowledgable and helpful. Thank you RMO Agency for all you have done so far and continue to do.”
– Rafi B.
2023 California Contractors License Law & Reference Book Now Available
Purchase your copy or view or download a free PDF
The 2023 edition of the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) California Contractors License Law & Reference Book (Law Book) is now available. The Law Book can be purchased directly from the publisher, or the online PDF version can be viewed or downloaded at no cost on the CSLB website.
The Law Book features a summary of new contracting laws that became effective on January 1, 2023.
The all-inclusive book details CSLB’s history and mission and offers specialized sections about becoming a licensed contractor, maintaining a license, home improvement contracting requirements, business management, and safety regulations. It also contains California’s Business and Professions Code and other construction-related state codes, and Contractors State License Law rules and regulations.
“The 2023 Law Book is an essential guide for members of the California construction industry,” said David Fogt, CSLB Registrar. “This tool can help current contractors manage their business and help potential contractors get information on how to obtain a license.”
The Law Book can only be purchased directly from publisher LexisNexis online or by calling (877) 394-8826. The price is $50.00 plus tax, shipping, and handling.
The Law Book is available as a PDF on the CSLB website and can be downloaded for free.
Thomas Shares His Experience Being An RMO
In this video taken from our holiday Zoom party in December, one of our RMOs, Thomas shares his experience with RMO Agency. Whether you want to be an RMO or need your license fast, call us today 800-818-4962 ext. 101 Or email: hello@rmoagency.com
Attorney General Bonta Warns Against Hiring Unlicensed Contractors
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert warning Californians to beware of fake and unlicensed contractors soliciting their services to Californians affected by damage from the recent winter storms.
In this alert, Attorney General Bonta urges Californians to take precautions by hiring only licensed contractors and reminds businesses that price gouging during a state of emergency is illegal under Penal Code Section 396. As noted by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), anyone who contracts for work in a state or federal natural disaster area without an active state contractor license may be subject to felony charges.
“As Californians recover from the devastating storms, the last thing they should worry about is being scammed by bad actors,” said Attorney General Bonta. “We will not tolerate those who take advantage of consumers during this time of struggle for many. I urge all Californians to be diligent and do their research before making any kind of home repair through a contractor. Additionally, if you believe you have been a victim of price gouging, report it to your local authorities or to my office at oag.ca.gov/report.”
“Disaster survivors take a huge risk when they hire unlicensed contractors,” said CSLB Registrar David Fogt. “Most are not properly insured and likely don’t have the skills or knowledge to perform the work. It is important to verify on CSLB’s website the person you are working with is included on CSLB’s license records.”
Don’t Fall Victim to Unlicensed Contractors
The California Department of Justice works closely with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) to ensure residents do not fall victim to unlicensed home reparation and reconstruction services. As a reminder, CSLB encourages everyone to check all contractors’ license numbers on the CSLB website and check each contractor’s pocket license to confirm the listed personnel on the license. Complaints against contractors for unlicensed practices and other violations of contractor’s license law can be filed online.
Additional tips and recommendations from CSLB:
- Don’t rush into repairs or cleanup, no matter how badly they’re needed.
- Don’t sign over any payment checks from your insurance company.
- Hire only California-licensed contractors. Ask to see the license. The license number must be on all ads, contracts, and business cards.
- Don’t pay more than 10 percent down or $1,000 — whichever is less.
- Don’t pay cash, and don’t let the payments get ahead of the work. Only pay for work as it is completed to your satisfaction.
- Avoid making the final payment until you’re satisfied with the job.
Price Gouging Laws Remain in Effect
California law generally prohibits charging a price that exceeds, by more than 10%, the price of an item before a state or local declaration of emergency. For any item a seller only began selling after an emergency declaration, the law generally prohibits charging a price that exceeds the seller’s cost of the item by more than 50%. This law applies to those who sell food, emergency supplies, medical supplies, building materials, and gasoline. The law also applies to repair or reconstruction services, emergency cleanup services, certain transportation services, freight and storage services, hotel accommodations, and rental housing. Exceptions to this prohibition exist if, for example, the price of labor, goods, or materials has increased for the business.
Violators of the price gouging statute are subject to criminal prosecution that can result in a one-year imprisonment in county jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000. Violators are also subject to civil enforcement actions including civil penalties of up to $2,500 per violation, injunctive relief, and mandatory restitution. The Attorney General and local district attorneys can enforce the statute.
For additional information on price gouging, please see oag.ca.gov/consumers/pricegougingduringdisasters.
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