There is a very beneficial way to take the NASCLA exam. You will be given blank paper to use during the test. Your books have to be up to date and unwritten in. The absolute easiest way is to take the test is to make 21 columns on you paper. Label the top of each column with the title of each book. You can abbreviate to save time. Stack your books in the same order as you did you columns. Now, the test will have trick questions on it that will cause the test taker to waste time. 1. Without picking up a single book, go through the entire test one by one and answer any questions that you 100% know the answers to. 2. When you come to a question that you don’t know the answer to, write the question number down in the correct column and continue on to the next question all the way to the end of the test. You will be able to go back to a question at anytime during the test. This is a critical fact. 3. Once you have gone through the entire test, you will pick up the first book in the first column. 4. You will only open each book once. 5. Starting with the first column, go back to the question number and locate the answer for that question. Go on to the next question and once every question in that column has been answered, you will put the book off to the side and not touch it again. 6. You will repeat this exact process for the entire test until you have finished. 7. Since the test questions are random, imagine having to pick up this book and that book for the entire exam. THIS process will not only help to stream line your thinking, it will also save you a great deal of time and frustration.
@stumpbumpers
Жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention, that the questions need to be “marked” to come back to them. Also, there are 10 questions on each test that are not timed and don’t count against you. These questions are proctored for future test. So, when you are on a question and noticed the time has stopped, mark that question to come back to. What this does is allow you to toggle back to the proctored question to stop the clock, while you’re looking for answers to other questions in your books.
@oeepromotion
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, content creator and both respondents 😁 Valuable information 🤗
@joshuasantos3733
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for that
@doryn931
5 ай бұрын
Does this trick with stoping the time still works?
@paulnowak542
Жыл бұрын
Passing the Contractor exam is when you study hard, if you can’t study or you don't have time for your studies l'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Willard
@lukerollins7792
Жыл бұрын
Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help
@stevemasongrey2461
Жыл бұрын
I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing
@DanielRodriguez-mx8bh
Жыл бұрын
Contractor exam might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital skill to win trust me
@pamelaparker3463
Жыл бұрын
Everyone has their own way, Willard worked for me and studying didn't
@susanmorrison7638
Жыл бұрын
I've taken the exam for the 4th time and yet I failed, I really studied hard enough each time, please I need Mr Willard info😫
@stumpbumpers
Жыл бұрын
There are 10 questions on each NASCLA test that are not timed and don’t count against you. These questions are proctored for future test. So, when you are on a question and noticed the time has stopped, mark that question to come back to. What this does is allow you to toggle back to the proctored question to stop the clock, while you’re looking for answers to other questions in your books.
@thewagonadreambylewis
Ай бұрын
All of this was very helpful. Thank you so much. It’s amazing to see other black people elevate in this field. Keep the videos coming
@AntwonBlakeney
Ай бұрын
No problem glad I was able to help
@DavidSKalashnik
18 күн бұрын
Color don’t matter. It’s nice to see humans elevate
@tedsendler144
Күн бұрын
Thank you for breaking it down for us!
@ShowSomeLove89
2 жыл бұрын
You the man for making this video, Blake! Straight to the point and helping out so many in sharing your experience and knowledge. God bless and be safe!
@dapv144
3 жыл бұрын
You are an awesome individual and I appreciate you taking this time to share your knowledge.
@PropertyOpportunityProfit
6 күн бұрын
Great info my dude! You gave it up bro!
@mauricewilliams7071
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for breaking everything down in simplistic terms. Good video and information!
@justinstillman5372
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, i’m pretty sure that answered every question I had. Thank you.
@marcelperre7910
2 жыл бұрын
Hello Mr Blake , I am planing on getting my contractor license. Thank you so much for the video it’s very helpful.
@jamesbey575
3 ай бұрын
Man you did a great job browsing explaining things
@fresherthansocietymh657
3 жыл бұрын
Yoo bro info is clutch you the man for this God Bless You and your family
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro I appreciate you
@provocativepolitic
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Like and subscribed. With a limited license there is a section for sole proprietors where you only fill out the balance sheet included in the application, no need to have a registered business with the secretary of state.
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Correct
@Lostranchnc
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info Im trying to get it here in NC
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@KierraJayy
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. Very very helpful!!!
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Kierra Jayy my pleasure
@LunchGuns
4 жыл бұрын
This is great information. I appreciate it dude.
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@ivanocampo767
4 жыл бұрын
Ey man it’s Ivan, Good stuff man really made me think about what I can do
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro go after it you can do it
@06jj28
2 жыл бұрын
Good info
@manleynelson9419
2 жыл бұрын
Man you saved me soooo much time!
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@cmetarheel
3 жыл бұрын
Definitely appreciate the knowledge!
@vicki2954
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Thank you!!
@mariopalacio3698
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video as there's not much on the topic. Could I get your contact info to be able to ask you some specific questions please quite possibly?
@tictax3174
3 ай бұрын
thanks for the video, so I want to built apartments, would that fall under commercial? they will only be 2 stories and do I need a roofers license to be able to install roof or would the gc cover that. also i live in NC. thnak you
@CaptainPicard96
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother.
@michaelhowell8990
3 жыл бұрын
If qualification for the Residential exam is a minimum of 17K in a business account - what is the minimum for the other two?
@akadekollectionbrand2247
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video
@juniorgarcia6864
3 ай бұрын
I watched this vid and passed my exam thanks for the help. I just have on question. Does my actual license come in the mail or do I print it out? I got my License Certificate is that the actual license itself? Thanks
@lcg.podcast
Жыл бұрын
are you still helping people that are new to this?
@nircercovarrubias9821
Ай бұрын
Do I need to have “working capital” at the time of the exam or at the time I submit my license application?
@themusfulks6439
4 жыл бұрын
Great video very helpful thanks
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@raulcarrillo8751
2 ай бұрын
So I need a company? You can’t put it in your name, I have my p-1 plumbing license looking to get my GC but I don’t have a business
@megandaniels8644
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this !!
@fallenpotato2716
3 жыл бұрын
Thank You so much for taking the time to teach us how to start. I just have one follow up question. Is there any advantage to taking the Business and Residential test over the NASCLA one? Since the NASCLA works in 15 states why would I study and buy books for the ones just in 3 states? Thank You so much for everything.
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
FallenPotato no problem man but to answer your question most people will not travel to other states to do work so it’s no need to get the nascla unless you have plans to use it. Most contractors are over 35-40 and is settled where they will spend the rest of there lives so that’s why they just have the building/residential
@NguyenElectrician
4 жыл бұрын
You mention website (contractorexamservices.com); Do you recommend buying from website ONLY 8-Allow textbooks to bring in PSI Testing Site or buying 17 Textbooks which increases our chances to get 70 Passing Score. Do you also recommend buying Study Guide Home CD as well which has 500 Random Test Question. I am Very New to General Contractor with no prior experience. I'm in process of Applying for my LLC.
@stampdinc7275
3 жыл бұрын
Very informative... thanks 👍🏾
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@bwj999
2 жыл бұрын
2 Stories, plus basement residential?
@modishnailspaminthill6097
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing the video English is my second language. I’m more like visual learner or audio. Text, not to good. You have any suggestions on how, or where to start studying? Got my book from Aldridge consulting company.
@forrealtyler
3 жыл бұрын
great video thank you
@salemkaresllc7309
7 ай бұрын
What are of financial requirements. How much money or property do you need to own to qualify for contractor license
@Geauxcrazyhp
3 ай бұрын
Advice for 22 y/o looking to be a GC with no experience?
@anthonynguyen4290
3 жыл бұрын
With Builder GC license, can they pull permit (electrical, plumbing) as well? Can you explain Advantage of having Builder if we can not pull those permits?
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
no you can’t that’s considered a specialty trade
@stumpbumpers
Жыл бұрын
If a GC is hired to do the job, the Electrical and Plumbing would be subcontractors under the GC, yet are responsible to uphold their standard of work. A GC doesn’t have to be hired/contracted, if the owner wants to be their own GC. Then the owner can hired the subcontractors, organize materials, logistics, etc. GC were allowed to pay and pull all permits, but from what I understand, the municipalities are now requiring the licensed trades to pay and pickup their own permits, regardless of who they are working for.
@larryhoward2715
8 ай бұрын
❤ Thank you Sir
@livingingreenvillenc6904
3 жыл бұрын
Good content
@terrancegrayjr9901
Жыл бұрын
Great breakdown brother. I'm a real estate investor from Fayetteville NC owning 3 apartment complexes and want to get my GC License. I also wrote you on IG, maybe we can do some business together. Again thank you for the video so now I can prepare for this.
@AntwonBlakeney
9 ай бұрын
Yes sir your welcome
@Erick-tg4vn
3 жыл бұрын
This video was amazing you did a great job on sitting me on the right track. However i have a concern that I’m not sure which exam to take I live in TN. I want to be a general contractor that can build projects that are unlimited in monetary value (so I guessing BC license) but I want to have the option to use my license in others states not just Tennessee. So should I just do the NASCLA exam. If I do what will that exam give me in terms of a license. Will I get the BC or BC - A or BC-C. That’s where I get sort of lost??
@MyContractorsLicense
3 жыл бұрын
If you pass the NASCLA exam, that will serve as your trades exam for the TN BC-B, if you also need to get a BC-A license, there's only 1 other book (the International Residential Code) that you would not have already purchased and studied. So just get that 1 book and a good prep course for the BC-A exam. That way you can do residential and commercial in TN, and you can use the NASCLA exam in the other 15 states as well.
@ABiblicalView
2 жыл бұрын
What about prior experience?
@diamondpreneur
2 жыл бұрын
Great Info
@isabelmoss792
3 жыл бұрын
Hi do you have a video on the business law test thats required now?
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
No I don’t
@agusrodriguez1
3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Can anyone talk about the waiver(s) for the exam? I believe if you have a GC license from TN or SC, then you can request a waiver. Likewise, if a person has a professional engineer (PE) license in NC. Is any of that correct?
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s correct
@carolynlawson1713
4 жыл бұрын
Where can i get a list of the 20 books (North Carolina)?
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Carolyn Lawson www.ncseminors..com or NCGeneralcontractors.com
@trentkitchen839
3 жыл бұрын
If i have a background does that exclude me
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
No
@maxdavy2358
4 жыл бұрын
Aye, thank you for this video it makes way more sense where I need to start and what to do. This is the exact type of video I was looking for. Do you know what are the age limits tho? Do you have to be 18 or can you start under 18?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Max Davy I appreciate you it means a lot that this video helped you. But yes you have to be 18yr old and you have to have the requirements that the application list to apply.
@fredharris8797
4 жыл бұрын
@@AntwonBlakeney Antwon my brother took his contractors test two or three years ago but he didn't have the money to get the license what's the best way to get his license
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Fred Harris he needs to check and see if his passing exam is still valid and check with the board to process his license.
@DuncanLambert85
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jagurnaut43
3 жыл бұрын
How much money would one save if they were wanting to build their own home and they were the general contractor? I do not have any construction experience and would source everything out?
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Well you would save but it’s hard to say how much being your inexperienced! Because your subs could definitely over charge you and you would know because you don’t know what the prices are supposed to be. And you probably would spend a lot on refixing jobs that you paid a trade to do that do terrible work. So it’s really on your experience on what you can save but when I build for my self I save at least 30%
@stumpbumpers
Жыл бұрын
It will cost you more. If you are going into a build with the mindset of saving, you’re behind the eight ball already. A rule of thumb for custom residential construction, regardless of being your own GC or contracting it out, prepare ahead to spend $100k more than expected. I promise you, it will happen. There are no cheap shortcuts in this game. If you want cheap, see what you money will buy on the open market.
@thecampbellconnection9483
3 жыл бұрын
What does it mean to need a qualifier and how do you obtain a qualifier number
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
It’s when a company don’t have a license so they use yours! You have to take the exam to be a qualifier to get the number
@ben6855
4 жыл бұрын
Wow this sounds insane!! But you can take the books into the test?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Ben Desroches yes you can take 8 books in! It’s a open book exam
@contractorguys4932
4 жыл бұрын
@@AntwonBlakeney The NC builder exam is only a PARTIAL open book exam. They will test you out of 20 different books but only let you bring 8 in with you. Everyone in NC should take the NASCLA exam becasue it's an ALL open book exam. It's MUCH easier and it's good in 15 other states.
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Contractor Guys you are correct!
@juniorgarcia6864
3 жыл бұрын
@@contractorguys4932 So I tried to get approved in SC for my Residential Builders License but was told to get more experience and come back last week actually. If I sign up for the NASCLA and pass would I be able to build in SC even tho I did not get a chance to sit for the Residential Exam there? Thank you
@juniorgarcia6864
3 жыл бұрын
If I took the NASCLA Exam in NC would i be able to do residential construction in South Carolina? Thank you
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
Yes as long as you take the law exam for SC
@chivista728
4 жыл бұрын
Your videos are very helpful, I would like to get more information and or help on filling out the application and understanding the requirements, is there any way I could email you?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Blakeneyinc.llc@gmail.com
@bryanrosas5526
2 жыл бұрын
Hey nice vid !! Is it nessesery to open un an llc and a buissness acount first ? Does that havw any cost?
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it is and it has lil cost I believe less than $150
@osvaldoloera301
3 жыл бұрын
Hey man do you know where can i take that class
@kimb1855
4 жыл бұрын
Can anyone make any recommendations of a general contractor and/or home inspector in the High Point/Greensboro area please? Looking to purchase residential rental property, and will need some knowledgable experts to assist us in this new adventure. Thanks
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Kim B I’m your guy
@kimb1855
4 жыл бұрын
What the best contact info?
@ericmoreno4623
3 жыл бұрын
Do you guys have a prep course that you can recommend for the limted GC. Im in South Carolina.
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
try ncseminars.com
@juniorgarcia6864
2 жыл бұрын
Hey brodi I passed the NASCLA Exam, do I setup my Business name first and what not, or can I go ahead and apply for the business NC portion and then create my Business name after I pass the Business portion of it? Thanks
@lagringaschannel5976
4 жыл бұрын
Where is a good place to take legit practice tests? Any recommendations?
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
La Gringa's Channel no but you can go online and take practice test. Just look up your state practice GC exam!
@pjallday4100
4 жыл бұрын
Thankyou bro
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
No problem
@Evan-1994
11 ай бұрын
Would you suggest Taking the test before starting the business account
@AntwonBlakeney
9 ай бұрын
No start business first
@Trapperjohn1000
4 жыл бұрын
Aye man can I get in contact with you? I got my business set up LLC, Business banking account, and trying to find the best route to get study materials
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Trapperjohn1000 the best route is to buy from amazon or from one of the websites that offer the books and study guide in a package
@Trapperjohn1000
4 жыл бұрын
Blakeney Inc LLC I already have the 2018 Building code book and the Nascla contractor guide. What other books do I need? That you recommend...my dad been a contractor for years and I’m finally trying to get mine too. Thanks in advance bro. I’m also in NC
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Trapperjohn1000 ok yeah you need the osha book, field and turf book, and concrete & masonry book that’s all you will need a total of 5 books. The main book is building code, nascla, osha has most of the questions in them.
@Trapperjohn1000
2 жыл бұрын
@@AntwonBlakeney hey man just wanted to let you know. I got my builders license today. I appreciate the videos and the responses. Thanks again man.
@johnmorganti1796
4 жыл бұрын
Where can I find these books for the exzam an will criminal back ground be a problem
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
it’s ways around it just depends on what you was convicted of.
@kevinruiz8160
3 жыл бұрын
What if I was never convicted it was adjudication withheld but it was 8 years ago
@ericcurrence8477
9 ай бұрын
How long did you study before you took the test?
@AntwonBlakeney
9 ай бұрын
I studied consistently for 30 days and then I went and took the exam
@anthonynguyen4290
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have a question on How I can meet Working Capital for my LLC without hiring CPA or Audit (Financial Statement). After I open business bank account, is it my understanding as long as I have $17,000 Working Capital I will not have to hire CPA or Audit?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Anthony Nguyen that is correct
@michaelhowell8990
3 жыл бұрын
If I put 17K in my business accounts, take the exam & pass - can I then move the 17K elsewhere?
@dannyjuarez2445
3 жыл бұрын
So how difficult was the test? And what part of North Carolina do you work in ?
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
The test was about 8 out of 10 difficult level if that help any! It’s a test that you have to study well to pass. I work in Charlotte, Greensboro, winston, Raleigh, Durham area.
@ELiTEBiGB15
4 жыл бұрын
Did you have to take the business law exam?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
EliTEBiGB yes its 50 questions
@jester6909
3 жыл бұрын
As far as work experience in the field how much do you need
@AntwonBlakeney
3 жыл бұрын
jossef nassar you need at lease 2 years to understand what’s going on. But it really just depends on what trade your the best at.
@jester6909
3 жыл бұрын
Blakeney Inc LLC okay ive done 3 years of commercial Electrical and have experience in painting , flooring , and drywalling where would i go from there ? Study ? Thanks for the feedback btw
@jester6909
3 жыл бұрын
Also followed your IG
@smokewunpef5481
3 жыл бұрын
Hiring?
@AntwonBlakeney
2 жыл бұрын
No
@michaelhowell8990
3 жыл бұрын
Can a general contractor take out a bank loan for a project that belongs to them?
@alexpeterson9716
4 жыл бұрын
Do u have the books I can buy off you?
@AntwonBlakeney
4 жыл бұрын
Alex Peterson I have the books but I use them in the field all the time. So i definitely can’t sell them but you can buy them used off of amazon.
@adrianrock1786
4 жыл бұрын
@@AntwonBlakeney can you send the links to buy each books
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