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How to Read a Surety Bond Form: Every Section Explained
What does a surety bond form look like? Learn the three main sections, what every legal term means, and how to read your bond form with confidence.
Can a Bail Bondsman Refuse to Bail a Defendant Out?
The short answer is yes. A bail bondsman can refuse to bail a defendant out. It’s a common occurrence in the industry. But there’s more…
Applying for a California Liquor License Soon? Here’s How to Do It Right.
Many first-time restaurateurs, bar owners, or liquor store owners are confused about the process of obtaining a California liquor license. Yes, both the state, the…
Establishing a California Marijuana Business
Editor’s note (updated 2026): Since this article was first published, California’s cannabis regulatory structure has changed substantially. In July 2021, under SB 158 and AB…
4 Mistakes First-Time Surety Bond Buyers Make and How to Avoid Them
While it’s true that surety bonds are not as intimidating – nor as expensive – as they may seem, it can also be safely said that they’re not the easiest things in the…
SURETY BOND UPDATE: New California Bill Requires Surety Bond for Personal Lines Broker-Agents
Are you a personal lines-broker agent in California? If so, the California Assembly Bill 1696 requires you to obtain a $10,000 surety bond. The bond should be…
4 Types of Problems Small-Scale Contractors Face – Which One Are You Currently Having?
The construction industry is expected to experience healthy economic times. Construction spending, for one, continuously grows according to the Department of Commerce. In fact, construction spending grew to $1.257…
SURETY BOND UPDATE: Illinois Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond Amount Increase
The motor vehicle dealer law in the State of Illinois has been relatively unchanged for quite some time. But since the 1st of January 2018,…
How can a surety bond be verified?
Much has been said about the key players of a surety bond, the process of obtaining a bond, and the role a surety bond plays in a specific…
Oregon’s New Requirements for Mortgage License
Senate Passes Bill Requiring Mortgage Servicers in Oregon to Acquire a License The passing of Senate Bill 98 in August of 2017 signals a change…
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