If you’re an auto dealer in California you probably have some questions about auto dealer bonds! Viking Bond Service is here to help. Let’s start with some quick facts:
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Businesses are often required to purchase surety bonds to operate. Surety bonds are generally issued by surety companies. However, it’s common to apply for a surety bond through a broker or surety bonding agency.
If you’re planning to apply for a state license to operate your business you may be surprised to find out that you need a surety bond! In many cases these commercial bonds are required as part of the business license application process. We’ve picked out five of the less well-known bond types below:
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If you’re a used car dealer in New York State your surety bonding requirements are about to change! Thanks to the New York Assembly Bill 8166 the state is about to bring in key changes that used car dealers need to be aware of. Although the bill passed in 2016, its influence will only begin on March 28, 2017, when the bill comes into effect.
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In many states, the use of subdivision bonds is increasing. If you’re a contractor, property owner, or developer you should learn the basics of these bonds to ensure you know what they mean for your businesses development projects.
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In most states, if you’re involved in the sale or distribution of alcohol you’ll need to know about alcohol bonds.
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Auto dealers are a big part of the transportation industry and our society at large, providing the bridge between auto manufacturers and consumers. This crucial part of our economy and culture carries with it a large responsibility, so auto dealers must adhere to local laws and regulations and follow ethical business practices. Motor vehicle dealer surety bonds provide assurances that dealers will behave legally and ethically.
In many states, from the day contractors receive their licenses, they have to be bonded. They must also secure surety bonds for many projects they take on.
This guide will serve as an introduction to what kinds of surety bonds you will need as a contractor, when you will need them, how much they will cost, why you need them, and how to get them.
License Bonds are commercial surety bonds that government agencies require business owners to obtain before the business owners can be legally licensed in certain industries, such as insurance brokering, mortgage lending, and construction.
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In order to bid for and then perform a construction project, you will likely need three bonds: a bid bond, a performance bond, and a payment bond. These three contract bonds work hand in hand to provide security for several parties involved in construction contracts.
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