The cannabis industry in California is still fledgling, yet many are looking to get a piece of the booming legal marijuana market. From Humboldt County to San Diego, entrepreneurs and big businesses are facing off to claim their stake in the face of many regulatory and economic unknowns. In order to shine some light on what cannabis dispensary trends are taking flight, we reached out to several industry leaders and got their feedback on a range of dispensary-related issues. Continue reading “Cannabis Industry Insights and Predictions for 2019”
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Phony Surety Bonds: Horror Stories and How to Spot Them
Faking surety bonds has been a favorite ploy by fraudsters all over the country. Whether they’re used to sell cars without a motor vehicle dealer bond or bid for contractor work with a phony performance bond, these tricks can spell disaster for unsuspecting project owners and customers alike. Let’s take a look at some examples from recent years of phony surety bond scams, and some tips on how to avoid falling for them. Continue reading “Phony Surety Bonds: Horror Stories and How to Spot Them”
How Investment Advisor Bonds Work
Anyone who is planning to charge consumers a fee for providing financial advice must acquire an investment advisor surety bond, also called a financial advisor bond. The investment advisor surety bond is required to do this kind of work in most states. Usually, proof of the investment advisor surety bond must be submitted to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs or the Department of Finance in the state in question.
3 Things You Need to Know About Timber Sales Bonds
Forests are a public resource, providing we the people with timber for professional, public, and personal uses. Removing trees can help both contractors and landowners earn money, and if it is done properly, it can be done in harmony with the local ecosystem. However, when trees are removed incorrectly, harm to nearby waterways and surrounding wildlife is possible.
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New Mexico Announces Rise in Bond Amount for Operators of Oil, Gas and Services Wells
Oil and gas well operators in New Mexico are now subject to the new regulations outlined in Senate Bill 189, which amends the existing Oil and Gas Act. The bill, passed on February 14, 2018, establishes new requirements that well operators must meet to operate in any part of the state.
New Licensing and Bonding Requirements for Pennsylvania Nonbank Mortgage Servicers
If you’re a nonbank mortgage loan servicer in Pennsylvania and not prepared for the new state licensing rules, you’ll need to get started soon! Governor Tom Wolf signed Pennsylvania Senate Bill 751 into law back in December last year. The bill brings a number of new rules that nonbank mortgage servicers in Pennsylvania will need to follow to operate as mortgage providers in the state.
How Insurance Agents Retain Clients By Referring Them To Surety Bond Agencies
While consumers often confuse insurance and surety bonds, agents understand that these products are very different, and each requires an agent with unique skills and experience to secure the best prices. As an insurance agent, it can seem counterintuitive to send your insurance clients elsewhere when they need help securing a surety bond, but you might be surprised to learn that referring your clients to a surety bond specialist can be good for business! Continue reading “How Insurance Agents Retain Clients By Referring Them To Surety Bond Agencies”
Surety Bonds vs. Insurance Policy
You may have heard about surety bonds but aren’t exactly sure what they are… Many people get confused between insurance vs. bond. While they appear similar, they can have very different implications for both businesses and consumers. The team at Viking Bond Service is here to clear up the confusion by explaining the difference between surety bond vs insurance policy.
Surety Bond Rates Explained
When it comes to buying a surety bond one of the first questions applicants ask is, “how much will the bond cost?” Surety bonds come in many types, many sizes…and many prices, ranging from as little as $100 to thousands of dollars. So, what determines the cost of a surety bond? Well, a number of factors.
Marijuana Surety Bonds in California
California now boasts the largest legal market for recreational marijuana in the US after new laws came into effect on January 1, 2018 that legalized the industry within the state. Continue reading “Marijuana Surety Bonds in California”