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The Miller Act: A Contractor’s Guide to Federal Bonding Requirements

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | June 16, 2025

Last updated: May 4, 2026 If you’re bidding on a federal construction project, the Miller Act sets the rules. It’s the federal law that requires you to post performance and […]

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Announcing the 2025 Surety Bond Authority Scholarship Winner: Paul Ghidella

By Erin | 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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Probate Bond Cost: What You Need to Know Before You Call the Court

By Erin | April 21, 2025

Last Updated: April 20, 2026 If you have been appointed as an executor, administrator, or guardian of an estate, the probate court may require you to obtain a probate bond […]

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Understanding the Role of an Obligee in the Surety Bond Industry

By Erin | 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 | 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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Understanding the Difference Between Life Settlement Surety Bonds and Viatical Settlement Bonds

By Erin | January 27, 2025

If you’re navigating the world of surety bonds related to life insurance transactions, you may encounter two distinct types: life settlement surety bonds and viatical settlement bonds. While both play […]

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The Essential Duties and Liabilities of Bond Agents

By Erin | January 8, 2025

Bond agents are pivotal in the complex world of suretyship. Acting as intermediaries between principals and sureties, bond agents not only connect parties but also provide critical business and risk […]

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Boosting Profit by Understanding Consumer Behavior

Boost Your Profit by Understanding Consumer Behavior

By Erin | March 30, 2022

Consumer behavior has drastically changed since the onset of the pandemic. Adapting to these shifts is important in not only sustaining a business but more so, boosting profits. For one, […]

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How to Become a California Insurance Adjuster

A Complete Guide on How to Become a California Insurance Adjuster

By Erin | January 20, 2022

Are you thinking of becoming an insurance adjuster in California? You’ve come to the right place! We’ll provide you with a complete guide to realize your dream faster and easier. […]

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Stop Helicopter Management

How to Stop Helicopter Management from Ruining Your Business

By Erin | October 21, 2021

We can now print full-sized homes, use AR for surgeries, tap into predictive analytics to find the best employees, and yet some managers still use the industrial age type of […]

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