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Thursday, October 29, 2020All businesses need insurance because of the protection it can provide them. However, they also have a duty to promise their customers that they will do their jobs appropriately. One of the critical pieces of assurance that guarantees that you will provide this coverage (or else, pay up) is a surety bond. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 24, 2020Surety bonds are essential for small business owners who work on a contract that requires a performance guarantee (e.g. the delivery of goods or services). Take some time to learn about these third-party promises to pay and how they may help you gain more business. The Purpose of a Surety Bond READ MORE >>
Wednesday, February 26, 2020A surety bond is an obligation that guarantees a certain contract will be fulfilled as promised. You may be asked to purchase a surety bond if you’re performing a government job or construction work. Before purchasing a surety bond, it’s important to understand the structure of the agreement and what boundaries you must operate within. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 5, 2019If your business deals in contracts, then clients expect you to do your work correctly. If you fail to do so, then you might have to pay for the client’s losses. Sometimes, your commercial liability insurance can help you do so. However, in other cases, you will have to compensate the clients according to the terms of surety bonds. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 9, 2018There are three parties involved in a surety bond. If one of them needs to make a claim on the bond, the other two have an obligation to respond. How does this process work? Who pays who? The surety claims process works much like an insurance claim. However, there are key differences as well. READ MORE >>
Monday, July 16, 2018A surety bond is an important investment for many business owners. It provides financial protection and peace of mind. Yet, many people do not realize it is significantly different from insurance. Do you need to have insurance and bonds? The answer to this is generally yes. But you need to know what they cover. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 8, 2018As a contractor, you understand that working means entering into binding agreements. Contracts more or less are rules to let business parties know what to expect from one another. Parties who work with contractors will expect the contractor to complete their work according to the stipulations of the contract. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 27, 2017Clients expect contractors to complete projects within the specifications of the deal. Contracts require a legal obligation to follow their specifications. They also mandate a very high degree of honesty on the part of the contractor. Part of your obligation to your client is to protect their financial investment in a project. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, February 22, 2017Investing in a surety bond is a wise decision. These bonds provide your customers with the confidence they need to work with you. Bonds provide compensation to the customer should you fail to deliver as promised. Some companies fail to get bonds because they are unsure of the cost. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 18, 2016Some businesses are required by state law to have a bond, which business owners sometimes confuse with business insurance. Failing to understand the difference between a bond and business insurance is a key mistake that can leave entrepreneurs financially vulnerable and without protection. READ MORE >>
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