What Happens to an Appeal Bond After the Appeal?

  • March 13, 2023
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Appeal Bond

When an appeal is made in California, the court may require that an appellant post a bond equal to or greater than the monetary value of the judgment from which they are appealing. After the […]

Understanding the 3 Cs of Surety Bonds

  • February 22, 2023
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Surety Bonds

Surety Bonds are a type of insurance policy designed to provide assurance that companies, contractors, and other entities legally obligated to fulfill certain duties will meet their obligations. Surety Bond guarantees are issued by Sureties, […]

Bonding of an Executor or Administrator for Probate in California

  • February 10, 2023
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Probate Bond

If a California court appoints you to manage the estate of a physically or mentally incapacitated person, it may require you to purchase a probate bond. The bond acts as a guarantee that you will […]

How to Get a Lost Instrument Bond

  • January 20, 2023
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

If you have lost or misplaced an important financial document such as a promissory note or corporate stock certificate, your bank / brokerage / transfer agent may require you to obtain a lost instrument bond […]

Use Surety Bonds to Protect Your Investments

  • January 12, 2023
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Surety Bonds

For the majority of California residents, a Surety bond can be used to guarantee compliance, payment, or performance of an act or service. It is a legally binding contract between three parties: The Principal: The […]

What Are Veterans Affairs/Veterans Administration Bonds?

  • December 14, 2022
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

What is a Fiduciary? If a veteran becomes physically or mentally incapacitated and can’t manage their financial affairs, the VA appoints a fiduciary to make important decisions on their behalf. A veteran’s friend or family […]

Bonds to Release a Mechanic’s Lien

  • December 8, 2022
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

If an individual fails to compensate their contractor or supplier for services rendered, the professional can place a lien or mechanic’s lien on the customer’s property. If a mechanic’s lien is placed on your property, […]

Understanding the Surety Bond Claims Process

  • November 16, 2022
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

A surety bond in California is a contract between three parties – the principal, the obligee, and the surety. The principal is the contractor, the obligee is the project owner, and the surety is the […]

Understanding Probate Bonds

  • November 10, 2022
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

If you are appointed Executor or Administrator of an estate, the court may want you to obtain a probate bond, sometimes referred to as fiduciary bond. A California probate bond is a type of Surety […]

What is a Lost note bond / Deed of Trust bond / Lost Deed of Trust Bond?

  • October 19, 2022
  • Posted By: hmvreeland
  • Category: Bonds

A lost note deed of trust bond is a type of Surety bond. It is required when: A debtor requests for a deed of trust to be released after the debt has been paid in […]