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Commercial Surety Bonds

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What are Commercial Bonds?

Commercial bonds is a category of surety bonds that pertain to non-contractual commercial business. Commercial surety bonds are purchased by a company or professional and are required on the basis of a legal statue as opposed to a private contract.

Simply put, commercial bonds are used to make sure business owners uphold federal and local laws that protect consumers from physical and financial harm.

Unlike contract bonds that ensure the completion of a contract, commercial surety bonds are intended for the benefit of the general public. There are many types of commercial bonds that can be broken down into three commercial bond categories: construction/contract bonds, license and permit bonds, and court bonds.

Here are some of the most common types of Commercial bonds:

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Alcohol Tax Bond
For businesses that are licensed to sell alcohol, this surety bond ensures the full and accurate tax payment associated with alcohol sales.
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Business Service Bond
For companies that have employees working in clients’ homes or offices, this optional surety bond protects clients from employee theft.
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Court Bonds
For individuals engaged in various court proceedings, this sub-category of commercial surety bonds covers a wide range of legal obligations and court-appointed tasks.
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Employee Theft Bond
For companies with valuable assets, this optional surety bond protects against losses due to employee theft or collusion among multiple employees.
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ERISA Bond
For persons who handle funds or other property of an employee benefit plan, this type of bond protects the plan from losses incurred due to acts of fraud and dishonesty.
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H-2A Surety Bond
For farm labor contractors (FLCs), an H-2A Surety Bond guarantees their compliance with state and federal regulations to protect migrant workers (foreign nationals) from harmful situations and exploitation in performing seasonal agricultural labor.
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Janitorial Service Bond
For cleaning companies that have employees working in clients’ homes or businesses, this optional surety bond protects clients from employee theft.
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License and Permit Bond
For businesses that require licenses or permits, this sub-category of commercial surety bonds covers a wide range of industries and business types.
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Lost Title Bond
For vehicle owners who have lost their original vehicle title, this surety bond is often required when obtaining a replacement.
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Lottery Bond
For businesses that sell lottery tickets, this surety bond helps to guarantee compliance with state lottery ticket sales regulations.
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Marijuana-Cannabis Surety Bond
For medical marijuana and recreational marijuana dispensaries, cultivators, processors, and retailers, these surety bonds are required by some states and regulatory departments in order to operate marijuana establishments legally.
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Public Official Bonds
For elected public officials, deputies, and subordinates, this type of surety bond ensures the faithful performance of official duties and indemnification resulting from financial losses caused by a public official's misconduct or dishonesty.
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Release of Contractor’s Lien Bond
If the property owner wishes to sell, refinance, or transfer the property but cannot do so because the lien has not been released yet, the said property owner can get a Release of Contractor’s Lien Bond.
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Sales Tax Bond
For businesses in some states, this surety bond may be required to guarantee the proper payment of all sales taxes.
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Taxable Fuel Bond
For taxable fuel registrants, this surety bond is required by Federal Tax Regulations to ensure all taxes are paid in full and on time.
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Utility Bonds
For utility companies with clients who consume large amounts of energy, this surety bond assures the timely and full payment of their utility bills.
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Warehouse Bond
For warehouse owners and operators, this type of commercial surety bond ensures that the goods and other materials stored in a warehouse facility will be stored in a safe manner and dispatched on presentation of a receipt.
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Wine Surety Bond
For operators of Wine Cellars, Wineries, or Wine Warehouses, this surety bond serves as an assurance that the excise tax imposed by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 on wines produced and received will be paid on time and in full.
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While thousands of unique license and permit bonds exist, here are some of the most common types of license and permit bonds:

Surety BondBond AmountMore Information
Appraisal Management Company Bond
For appraisal management companies, this surety bond requires that they operate according to the law.
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Auctioneer Bond
For auctioneers, this surety bond may be required by the state prior to being legally licensed.
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Auto Dealer Bond
For auto dealers operating anywhere except Ohio and Vermont, this surety bond will be required before being able to sell vehicles to the general public.
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Cannabis Bond
For medical marijuana and recreational marijuana dispensaries, cultivators, processors, and retailers, these surety bonds are required by some states as part of the licensing requirements to conduct business in a lawful manner.
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Collection Agency Bond
For collection agency owners, this surety bond may be required by the state before the company can be legally licensed to collect outstanding debts.
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Contractor License Bond
For construction professionals, this surety bond is required in most states in order to build, repair, or renovate any public or private structure.
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DMEPOS-Medicare Bond
For suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and other related materials, this surety bond is required before the company is able to bill Medicare.
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Energy Broker Bond
For energy broker businesses, this surety bond is often required prior to being able to encourage customers to switch energy providers based on competitive rates and other factors.
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Federal Maritime Commission (BMC-48) Bond
For ocean transportation intermediaries, this surety bond is required by the Federal Maritime Commission as proof of financial security.
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Freight Broker Bond
For freight brokers, this surety bond is often required at a minimum of $75,000 to ensure that the company operates in line with the agreements and regulations outlined by their motor carriers and shippers.
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Fishing License Bond
For businesses that sell fishing licenses, this surety bond guarantees that the company will adhere to the proper regulations, including the timely payment of taxes and fees.
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Health Club Bond
For health clubs, this surety bond guarantees membership fee reimbursement to customers if the company unexpectedly closes or becomes unusable.
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Hunting License Bond
For businesses that sell hunting licenses, this surety bond is required by most states before being legally permitted to sell licenses.
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Insurance Broker Bond
For insurance brokers, this surety bond is designed by government agencies to protect the general public against predatory sales practices and other unethical behaviors.
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Marijuana-Cannabis Surety Bond
For medical marijuana and recreational marijuana dispensaries, cultivators, processors, and retailers, these surety bonds are required by some states as part of the licensing requirements to conduct business in a lawful manner.
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Medicaid Bond
For healthcare providers that bill to Medicaid, this surety bond ensures that providers keep accurate records, bill correctly, and handle funds properly.
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MMA Promoter Bond
For professional sports promoters specific to an MMA fighter or event, this surety bond is often required prior to being licensed by some states.
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Money Transmitter Bond
For money transmitter companies, this surety bond must be purchased before the company can be licensed to provide money transfer services or payment instruments.
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Mortgage Broker Bond
For mortgage brokers, lenders, servicers, and originators, this surety bond protects clients and is required by most states.
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Notary Bond
For notary public businesses, this surety bond ensures the professional will follow the regulations surrounding notarizing documents.
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Outdoor Advertising Bond
For outdoor advertising companies, this surety bond must be purchased in some states before the company is able to install signage.
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Payday Loan Bond
For payday loan companies, this surety bond guarantees fair lending practices when issuing loans to the general public.
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Patient Trust Bond
For nursing homes and assisted living facilities, this surety bond ensures that the business and its employees will handle patients’ funds and property appropriately.
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Preneed Funeral Bond
For funeral homes, this bond assures that the funeral home is compliant to all applicable laws and regulations and will follow through on all agreements.
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Private School Bond
For private schools, this surety bond guarantees reimbursement of tuition and other financial recourses if the school closes.
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PEO Bond
For professional employment organizations, this surety bond is designed to reduce fraud and other instances of malpractice within the industry.
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Surplus Lines Broker Bond
For surplus lines brokers, this surety bond is often required prior to being able to place coverage with non-admitted insurers in a state.
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Telemarketing Bond
For telemarketing companies, this surety bond ensures compliance to non-harassment and other industry regulations and laws.
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Title Agency Bond
For title agencies, this surety bond is required before the company is able to get licensed to search real estate records to determine the legal ownership of properties and find any outstanding financial implications that need to be settled before the property can be sold.
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Travel Agency Bond
For travel agencies, this surety bond protects clients by ensuring the company will handle their funds properly to purchase elements of the itinerary and other agreed upon costs.
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Used Car Dealer Bond
For used car dealers, this surety bond is often required in addition to the auto dealer bond to assure clients that the company is following all laws and regulations related to used car sales.
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Wine Surety Bond
For operators of Wine Cellars, Wineries, or Wine Warehouses, this surety bond serves as an assurance that the excise tax imposed by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 on wines produced and received will be paid on time and in full.
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How do you get your surety bond?

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Contact us and we’ll email you an application form.

Fill out the application form and email it back to us once completed. You may also be asked to provide the necessary court documents related to the surety bond.

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Our underwriting team will evaluate your application.

Each bond has its own unique risk and our team will guide you through the process to get your bond approved.

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Pay for the bond premium and we’ll send the bond to you.

Make the payment for your bond and we’ll issue your surety bond to you immediately!

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From court to construction, to commercial bonds, we offer nearly every type of surety bond available. We provide fast and efficient surety bonds across the nation and we always aim to make our surety bond transactions convenient for our customers. Built on a foundation of integrity, Surety Bond Authority prides itself on stellar customer service and affordable rates.

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