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Cannabis Bonds vs. Insurance: What Operators Confuse the Most

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | June 2, 2026

Cannabis surety bonds and cannabis insurance look similar but are fundamentally different. A bond protects the state. Insurance protects you. Here is what every operator needs to know.

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Cannabis Bond Cost: What Actually Drives Your Premium

By Greg Rynerson, CPCU | May 31, 2026

Cannabis surety bond premiums vary widely. The five factors that actually drive what you’ll pay: bond size, credit, financials, state, and license type. Call 800-333-7800.

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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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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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Utah Cannabis Production Establishment Performance Bond

Starting a hemp business in Georgia? Here’s what you need to know!

By Erin | June 25, 2020

It is now perfectly legal to cultivate and process hemp as well as produce and dispense hemp oil in the State of Georgia—as long as you have the right permits […]

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Guide to Marijuana-Cannabis Licensing Applications

Complete State-by-State Guide to Marijuana-Cannabis Licensing Applications

By Erin | June 17, 2020

Editor’s note (updated 2026): Cannabis surety bond requirements have evolved significantly since this guide was first published. Several states have changed regulators (notably California consolidated its three cannabis agencies into […]

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New Oklahoma Bill Requires Surety Bond for Small Lenders

New Oklahoma Bill Requires Surety Bond for Small Lenders

By Erin | January 13, 2020

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill that will create a new credit plan for the State of Oklahoma on April 18, 2019. The bill, known as the Small Lenders […]

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DMEPOS Surety Bond for Dentists

DMEPOS Surety Bond for Dentists

By Erin | August 15, 2019

Obtain Medicare billing privileges through this bond!   What is a DMEPOS Surety Bond for Dentists? It is a financial guarantee that the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires […]

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Arkansas Revises Law for Money Transmitters

Arkansas Revises Law for Money Transmitters

By Erin | July 22, 2019

Arkansas legislators revised a number of requirements for money transmitters through Senate Bill 187. This includes the bond amount that will cover claims made against the bond. Aside from the […]

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Virginia Raises Bond Amount for Oil and Gas Permit Blanket Surety Bond

Virginia Raises Bond Amount for Oil and Gas Permit Blanket Surety Bond

By Erin | May 22, 2019

On March 12, 2019, a new bill that pertains to oil and gas wells in the Commonwealth of Virginia was passed. The bill (SB 1271) affects a number of rules […]

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