Business & LicensingQuestion 421 of 690
An unlicensed handyman advertises 'home repairs of any size' in a local newspaper. Under §7027.1, which statement best describes the legal limit on his advertising?
a.He may advertise any project size as long as he is honest about price
b.He may advertise without restriction because newspapers are exempt
c.He may advertise only for work where the total price is under $500 and must state he is unlicensed
d.He may advertise large projects if he plans to get licensed later
Explanation
Under §7027.1, an unlicensed person who advertises for construction work must limit advertising to jobs whose aggregate price is below the $500 minor-work threshold and must state in the advertisement that he or she is not licensed.
Law Reference: Bus. & Prof. Code §7027.1Practice all 690 questions free — no signup required.
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