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2026 Guide: How Rising Material Costs Affect Construction Surety Bond Requirements

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | February 2, 2026

Rising material costs continue to reshape the construction landscape in 2026. Steel, concrete, lumber, copper, and even basic aggregate prices have climbed steadily over the last several years; driven by […]

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How Long Does It Take to Get a Construction Bond? (Same-Day vs Underwritten Explained)

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | December 3, 2025

If you’ve ever been up against a bid deadline, permit delay, or funding release, you’ve probably asked the most important question in bonding: “How fast can I get my construction […]

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What Happens If Your DMEPOS Bond Is Denied or Canceled?

By Erin | October 23, 2025

If you’re a Medicare supplier, your DMEPOS surety bond isn’t just a formality — it’s your lifeline to billing privileges. When your bond is denied, canceled, or lapses even for […]

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Mechanic’s Lien Release Bond: A Complete Guide for Property Owners and Contractors

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | October 21, 2025

When a contractor or supplier doesn’t get paid, few words cause more anxiety for property owners than “mechanic’s lien.” This powerful legal claim can freeze your project, cloud your title, […]

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Avoiding Compliance Pitfalls with DMEPOS Medicare Surety Bonds

By Erin | October 1, 2025

For durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) suppliers, maintaining Medicare accreditation isn’t just a box to check, it’s the backbone of your business. Without it, you lose the […]

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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 Bond vs Payment Bond: What’s the Difference?

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | September 8, 2025

What’s the difference between a performance bond and a payment bond? Learn who each one protects, when they’re required, and how to get both for your construction project.

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

By Erin | 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 | 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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Irrevocable Letters of Credit (ILOCs) in Surety Bonding

By Erin | June 20, 2025

What is an irrevocable letter of credit and how is it used as collateral for surety bonds? Learn how ILOCs work, when you need one, and what to expect.

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