Does anyone usually verify that the general contractor they are hiring are licensed and insured? How does one verify this information?

Can anyone recommend a contractor licensed for 203k loans in the south shore Massachusetts area?

If i am flipping a house and doing some basic renovations myself (Demo, cabinets, flooring) and using contractors for the bigger projects, do i myself need any type of licensing?

I am applying for a NYS Broker's license and am wondering the following; 1. is it neccesary to fill out the experience/points sections on the application?  I was under the impression that is was either 2 years experie...

We currently own a few properties in the Chicagoland area and are considering getting our real estate licenses to help facilitate/understand better what truly goes in to it, (and save $$ on commissions!) Any advice fo...

What does everyone make of this new Baltimore City Rental licensing requirement?  (New as of 1 AUG 2018- not the same as the property registration from before)http://dhcd.baltimorehousing.org/property_registra...Does ...

Looking to add more available general contractors and handyman to my list for Flippings and holdings

I’m totally new to this. As into real estate investing, should I look to get real estate license or not? I’m not sure if it’s a benefit or time wasted? 

Does anyone know what types of licensing I need to flip houses in Florida? I am interested in this business and have not sold anything yet, kind of just getting my feet wet. Does anyone have some advise for me as I am...

I commented in another website about asking a couple of friends of mine that through the day are working in neighborhoods to let me know if they see any vacant or distressed properties. In return I'd give them $10 or ...