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A married couple builds a large estate together. One spouse dies, and the surviving spouse is not a U.S. citizen. Under federal law, a non-citizen spouse cannot receive the marital deduction outright, so many California […]

When a lender, bank, or borrower can’t locate the original promissory note, the note can’t simply be reissued on request. Most obligees require a lost note bond in California before reconveyance will be recorded, and […]

If you’ve been told you need a surety bond and your credit isn’t great, you’re probably running through a few worries at once. Will I get approved? How much more will it cost? Could the […]

Getting told you need a surety bond, with no idea what it will cost, is one of the more disorienting parts of dealing with a probate court, a licensing board, or a construction contract deadline. […]

When someone tells you that you need a surety bond, the first question is almost always the same. How much is this going to cost? The frustrating answer is that it depends. Whether you’re pricing […]

If you’ve started shopping for a surety bond and your credit isn’t perfect, you’ve probably hit something frustrating. Two people can be required to post the same bond, for the same amount, and pay completely […]

If a court, agency, or contract has told you to get a surety bond, one of the first things people worry about is credit. “My score isn’t great. Is the bond going to be bigger? […]

When you’re involved in legal disputes, construction contracts, or managing a loved one’s estate, one thing becomes immediately clear: there’s a lot at stake financially. But what happens if someone doesn’t follow through? What if […]

Probate. It’s one of those words that feels heavy, right? If you’re in the middle of handling someone’s estate you might’ve run into the term “probate bond.” Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Most folks don’t […]

Here’s a common scenario: a contractor bids on a high-value San Francisco public works project. Their numbers are sharp, the team is ready, and the deadline is tight. But the performance bond was submitted late. […]