Can I be an unlicensed GC?

[Steven J.]

I've recently just started a new contracting LLC with myself as the sole owner and only person in the LLC. The goal is to work for investors doing some of the rehab work and gaining the knowledge and experience at the same time.

According to MN and ND law (I'm right on the border of both) I need to have an actual license to do any work on properties since I'm doing more than one task. Duties will range from carpentry, flooring, roofing, painting, etc. I keep hearing on podcasts about people going only with licensed and insured contractors so I assumed there was a choice in the matter. Am I wrong? Is it because I'm technically considered a GC since I'm doing more than one task? Can't I just be a handyman?

ALSO, I did learn its cheaper to set up the LLC in ND and get the license there as opposed to MN. Any guesses as to which one state I formed the entity in?