{"product_id":"the-1-package-all-inclusive-new-mexico-general-building-contractor-part-2-gb-2-exam-licensing-business-setup-solution","title":"The 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) Examination Contractor Exam, Licensing \u0026 Business Setup Solution","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eThe 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) Examination Contractor Exam, Licensing \u0026amp; Business Setup Solution\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) Examination Contractor Exam, Licensing \u0026amp; Business Setup Solution is built for contractors who want exam preparation, licensing support, business setup assistance, and required reference materials organized into one complete package. This all-inclusive solution is designed for candidates preparing for the New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 examination for the GB-98 classification and working toward a professional contractor licensing path in New Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GB-98 General Building Contractor classification is one of the broadest building contractor classifications in New Mexico. Candidates preparing for this exam need to study a wide range of construction topics, including commercial building code requirements, concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, roofing, excavation, safety, plan reading, estimating, and general construction practices. This package brings together the listed technical reference books, business law materials, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation support, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContractor licensing involves more than passing a trade exam. Candidates must prepare for the technical examination, understand the business and law side of contracting, organize licensing paperwork, and set up a business structure that supports professional operations. This package is designed to help candidates approach those steps with a clear, structured plan. It combines exam-focused study materials with practical licensing and business setup services for New Mexico general building contractor applicants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e New Mexico Administrative Code Title 14, 2015; New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021; International Building Code, 2021; Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 11th Edition; Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition; Placing Reinforcing Bars; Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition; SDI (Steel Deck Institute) Manual of Construction with Steel Deck; Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals; Erectors' Manual – Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of PreCast Concrete Products, 2nd Edition, 1999; Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition; Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016; Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 10th Edition; Pipe and Excavation Contracting; Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA); ACI 530\/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries; ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary; NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 14th Edition; New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act (NMSA Chapter 60, Article 13), 2006; New Mexico Contractor's License Requirement (NMAC Title 14, Chapter 6, Part 3), 2006.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year of course access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included with this package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Formation:\u003c\/strong\u003e LLC or Corporation formation support to help establish the customer’s business entity so the business is legally structured and ready to operate as a general building contractor in New Mexico.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEIN Filing with the IRS:\u003c\/strong\u003e EIN filing support to obtain the Employer Identification Number used to open business bank accounts, manage taxes properly, hire employees, and operate the contracting business professionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor Compliance Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assistance understanding compliance requirements necessary for New Mexico contractors so the business is positioned for long-term success.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cost:\u003c\/strong\u003e $3,735.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefundable Deposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1,250, refundable if books are returned in similar condition within 1 year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal:\u003c\/strong\u003e $4,985 All-Inclusive – No Hidden Fees!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) examination is a trade exam for candidates pursuing the GB-98 General Building Contractor classification. The exam focuses on commercial building construction knowledge and the ability to use approved reference materials. Candidates should be prepared for questions covering building code requirements, plan reading, construction methods, estimating, materials, and jobsite safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe General Building Contractor Part 2 examination includes \u003cstrong\u003e100 questions\u003c\/strong\u003e, has a \u003cstrong\u003e310-minute time limit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and requires a \u003cstrong\u003e75% passing score\u003c\/strong\u003e. The exam is open book, which means candidates must understand how to use the approved references quickly and accurately. With a large reference list, success depends on preparation, book familiarity, and the ability to identify which reference applies to each question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMajor content areas include sitework, footings and foundations, concrete and reinforcement, masonry, carpentry, metals, roofing, associated trades, general code, plan reading, estimating, and OSHA safety. Candidates should study both construction trade references and code references because the exam may ask direct code questions, practical construction questions, and plan-based questions that require applying information from multiple books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e. Open book testing allows candidates to use approved references during the exam, but it does not make the exam simple. Candidates must still know where information is located, how each reference is organized, and how to apply the correct answer under timed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this exam uses a large book list, reference navigation is one of the most important study skills. Candidates should become familiar with the table of contents, indexes, charts, tables, definitions, and major topic areas in each book. During preparation, candidates should practice moving between references and deciding whether a question belongs in the building code, OSHA, concrete, masonry, steel, carpentry, excavation, or business law material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBooks should be prepared according to the current testing rules. Highlighting, underlining, and tabs may be helpful when allowed, but candidates should keep their books clean, organized, and compliant with exam instructions. The best open book preparation comes from repeated use of the references before exam day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico contractor licensing is handled through the state contractor licensing process. A contractor license is connected to a business entity and a qualifying party. The qualifying party is the individual who demonstrates the required experience and passes the required examination for the classification. For the GB-98 General Building Contractor classification, candidates must follow the qualifying party process and complete the required exam and licensing steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical licensing path begins with selecting the correct classification and preparing the qualifying party application. The candidate should gather experience documentation, complete required forms, and submit the qualifying party materials for review. After approval to test, the candidate can schedule the required examination. The business and law requirement is also part of the New Mexico contractor licensing process, which is why this package includes business law references and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the exam requirement is completed, the contractor business must submit the contractor license application materials. These may include business entity documents, license application forms, proof of qualifying party status, tax registration information, bonding documents, and other required records. This package supports those steps with Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Mexico regulates contractor licensing through state construction licensing rules and statutes. Contractors must follow the New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act, applicable New Mexico Administrative Code requirements, and the rules tied to the classification they are seeking. For the GB-98 General Building Contractor classification, candidates should be prepared to meet qualifying party requirements, exam requirements, business law requirements, bonding requirements, tax registration requirements, and business entity requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GB-98 classification is connected to general building construction. Candidates should be prepared for a broad scope of construction knowledge, including commercial code requirements, building systems, materials, safety, estimating, and plan reading. The business entity must be properly structured and connected to the qualifying party. This is why the package includes Business Formation support for an LLC or Corporation, EIN Filing, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper business setup helps contractors operate professionally. An EIN can be used to open business bank accounts, manage taxes properly, hire employees, and separate business operations from personal finances. Contractor Compliance Guidance helps candidates understand the types of requirements that support long-term licensing and business operations in New Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: New Mexico Administrative Code Title 14, 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdministrative code material supporting New Mexico construction regulatory and code requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Mexico commercial building code provisions used for commercial building construction requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: International Building Code, 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding code reference covering commercial construction requirements, occupancy, construction type, fire-resistance, means of egress, structural provisions, and related code topics.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 11th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial construction reference covering methods, materials, systems, project practices, and jobsite coordination concepts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcrete reference covering mixture design, materials, properties, quality control, and placement considerations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Placing Reinforcing Bars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference covering reinforcing steel placement, bar supports, detailing concepts, and reinforced concrete field practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference covering gypsum systems, assemblies, installation practices, finishes, and construction details.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: SDI (Steel Deck Institute) Manual of Construction with Steel Deck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel deck reference covering deck construction practices, installation, fastening, and field coordination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference covering field fundamentals for unbonded post-tensioning systems and related construction practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Erectors' Manual – Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of PreCast Concrete Products, 2nd Edition, 1999\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecast concrete erection reference covering handling, erection, safety practices, and field installation guidelines.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel joist reference covering handling, erection, safety, and field practices for joists and joist girders.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction reference covering framing, layout, carpentry methods, building materials, and general building practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. 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Sitework and excavation topics should be reviewed with Pipe and Excavation Contracting, OSHA, and the applicable code materials. Footings, foundations, concrete, reinforcement, and structural concrete topics should be studied with Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, Placing Reinforcing Bars, ACI 318-14, and the International Building Code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasonry topics should be reviewed with Modern Masonry and ACI 530\/530.1. Steel topics connect to the SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck, Technical Digest No. 9, and the precast erection manual. Carpentry, framing, gypsum systems, roofing, and associated trades should be studied with the construction practice references and the building code. Plan reading and estimating require practice with drawings, quantities, dimensions, specifications, and construction sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOSHA safety should be studied from 29 CFR Part 1926. Candidates should understand fall protection, excavation safety, scaffolding, ladders, personal protective equipment, hazard communication, and general construction jobsite safety. Safety questions often require candidates to identify the correct standard or apply safe work practices to a jobsite condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness law study should include the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, the New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act, and New Mexico contractor licensing requirements. These materials support preparation for licensing responsibilities, business operations, contracts, project management, compliance, and contractor obligations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare with organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation support, and a clear package structure. This all-inclusive package gives students the books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation support, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance needed to approach the New Mexico GB-98 licensing path with better organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a large reference list, candidates need more than general reading. They need a plan for locating answers, connecting topics to books, understanding construction terminology, and practicing open book navigation. 1 Exam Prep helps students build confidence through structure, repetition, and realistic exam preparation. The goal is to help candidates use their books effectively, manage study time, and prepare for the technical and business sides of contractor licensing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo package can guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, state acceptance, business revenue, or future project results. This package is designed to support the candidate’s preparation and business setup with organized materials, application support, and practical guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is included in The 1 Package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes the listed technical exam books, business law books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation support, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is the total price?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total cost is $3,735, plus a $1,250 refundable book deposit, for a total of $4,985 All-Inclusive – No Hidden Fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the book deposit refundable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The $1,250 deposit is refundable if the books are returned in similar condition within 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the New Mexico GB-98 General Building Contractor Part 2 exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The exam is open book. Candidates should study the approved references before exam day and prepare the books according to current testing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the GB-98 Part 2 exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe General Building Contractor Part 2 examination includes 100 questions, has a 310-minute time limit, and requires a 75% passing score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package include business setup help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This package includes Business Formation support, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance for New Mexico contractor business setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package include Application Service?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Application Service is included with this all-inclusive package to support the contractor licensing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes this package guarantee that I will pass or receive a license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Exam results, licensing approval, and business outcomes depend on the candidate, the application, testing performance, and state requirements. 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