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Tariffs Are Back—Here’s What That Means for Customs Importer Bonds

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | September 29, 2025

Introduction: Tariffs Are Making Headlines Again Tariffs are back in the spotlight. With the U.S. Treasury projecting nearly $300 billion in tariff revenue for 2025—largely driven by reciprocal trade measures […]

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Performance Bonds vs. Payment Bonds: What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | September 8, 2025

When it comes to construction projects, bonds are more than just paperwork—they’re financial safety nets. Yet even seasoned contractors and project owners sometimes confuse performance bonds and payment bonds. While […]

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Health Care Surety Bonds: Securing Trust & Compliance in Modern Healthcare

By Erin Cruz | September 1, 2025

In today’s complex healthcare environment, organizations face rigorous regulatory demands and growing financial scrutiny. Health Care Surety Bonds play a vital role—ensuring that healthcare providers, clinics, home health agencies, durable […]

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How Digital Surety Bonds Are Changing the Bonding Industry

By Erin Cruz | July 28, 2025

Surety bonds have been a staple of trust, compliance, and legal protection in the U.S. economy for over a century. Whether it’s a contractor bidding on a public works project […]

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Understanding Irrevocable Letters of Credit (ILOCs) in the Surety Bond Industry

By Erin Cruz | June 20, 2025

Irrevocable Letters of Credit (ILOCs) play a critical, yet often overlooked, role in the world of surety bonds. When traditional underwriting methods fall short—such as in high-risk scenarios or with […]

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Understanding the Miller Act and Federal Construction Bonds

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | June 16, 2025

When it comes to federal construction projects, one of the most critical—but often misunderstood—legal requirements is the Miller Act. Enacted to protect subcontractors, suppliers, and the government itself, the Miller […]

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Announcing the 2025 Surety Bond Authority Scholarship Winner: Paul Ghidella

By Erin Cruz | June 12, 2025

We are proud to announce the recipient of the 2025 Surety Bond Authority Scholarship: Paul Ghidella, an outstanding student currently attending college in California. Each year, our scholarship committee seeks […]

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Understanding Probate Bond Costs & Fees (2025)

By Erin Cruz | April 21, 2025

Everything Executors, Administrators, and Heirs Need to Know Probate can be complex—and expensive. One of the most commonly overlooked costs in the process is the probate bond. Whether you’re an […]

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Understanding the Role of an Obligee in the Surety Bond Industry

By Erin Cruz | February 17, 2025

What is an Obligee? When it comes to surety bonds, understanding the key parties involved is essential. Whether you’re a contractor, business owner, or government agency, knowing what an obligee […]

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Understanding the Difference Between Viatical Settlement Broker Bonds and Provider Bonds

By Erin Cruz | February 4, 2025

The viatical settlement industry involves unique financial transactions that provide policyholders, known as viators, with a way to sell their life insurance policies for a lump sum payment. Two critical […]

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