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For an aspiring handyman, obtaining a license is an important part of launching a business in the world of home repairs and improvements. Although handyman license requirements vary from state to ...

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If you’re a homeowner and something in the house needs repairs, you’re responsible for either making them yourself or hiring someone else to do it. Fortunately, if you aren’t a do-it-yourself type or ...