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As a fiduciary, it is your responsibility to uphold the trust of those under your care. That’s why understanding the basics of fiduciary bonds—and how they protect both you and your clients—is so important. We’ll […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

If you were a party to a civil suit and want to challenge the lower court’s judgment in a higher court, you may be required to obtain a California court appeal bond to stay enforcement […]

Learn the important differences between a Surety and a guarantee to make sure you’re informed. This way you can have peace of mind that you’re making the correct decision for which is most applicable to […]

A Surety bond in Los Angeles is a legally binding contract between three parties – the Principal, the Obligee, and the Surety. It guarantees that the Principal will perform a duty or contract. The Principal […]

A bonded title or a Certificate of Title Surety Bond is a document that establishes vehicle ownership. It includes a surety bond in Los Angeles that guarantees the owner’s legitimate ownership of the vehicle. A […]

Lost note / trust deed bonds (or lost trust note bond) are a type of Surety bond. If you have paid off the lien on your property, but do not have a reconveyance of the […]

A probate bond is a type of bond typically assigned by a California court. It guarantees that the Executorpersonal representative of an estate will manage it according to state laws and the terms of the […]

Were you involved in a civil case and the judgment was in the opposing party’s favor? Do you plan to appeal against the judgment in a higher court? You may be required to obtain an […]

A Surety bond guarantees payment or completion of a task by the holder. It is a legally binding contract between three parties: • The Principal: The party that purchases the bond. • The Obligee: The […]

There are situations when a principal after securing a surety bond in Los Angeles may find out that they no longer need it. Many principals wonder if their surety bond can be refunded in these […]

A civil court bond guarantees that the losing party will comply with the court’s order. The purpose of a civil court bond is to protect the interests of the opposing party to the lawsuit. A […]

In California, a court appeal bond, also called a defendant’s appeal bond, is a type of Surety bond required to secure the right to appeal to the higher court and stay the judgment delivered by […]

When a person loses a case and wants to challenge the decision in a higher appeals court, the court requires them to get an appeal bond. Also known as a supersedeas bond, an appeal bond […]

If you have lost or misplaced a financial certificate, you may be required to secure a lost instrument bond (also known as a lost note and lose deed bond) before issuing a replacement or being […]

In Florida, a court bond is any type of surety bond required by an individual when pursuing action through a court of law. Court bonds can be broadly classified into two types: judicial bonds and […]

A mechanic’s lien is a legal claim made against a property by a contractor or subcontractor who wasn’t paid for the work they performed on it. Unpaid suppliers can make a mechanic’s lien as well. […]

A surety bond guarantees payment to the buyer’s client in case they fail to meet their obligations and the client suffers a loss. An Introduction to Surety Bonds A surety bond is an agreement between […]

A Fiduciary is a person or entity that is appointed to take care of the client’s assets. A Fiduciary is expected to act in their clients’ best interests and are bound by a legal and […]

A California contractors license bond is a legally binding contract that protects the Principal’s clients and the general public. It is typically required to obtain a contractor license. A contractor license bond does not guarantee […]

In Florida, a Surety bond assures the purchaser’s customers that the Guarantor will meet financial obligations if the contracted party fails to keep their end of the bargain. There are many benefits to Surety bonds. […]

A Probate bond is a type of court bond that protects the beneficiaries and creditors of an estate in the event the Personal Representative fails to perform their duties or commits fraud. The primary purpose […]

An ERISA bond (or ERISA fidelity bond) is a type of surety bond that protects employee benefit plan beneficiaries. Its purpose is to ensure that beneficiaries receive compensation for financial loss if the fiduciary commits […]

In California, contractors are required to get a contractor license bond before they can obtain their license. In California, a contractor license bond protects a party that hired the principal against losses that may arise due […]

What is a Performance Bond? A performance bond (or contract bond) guarantees satisfactory completion of a project according to the terms outlined in the contract. If a business or an individual hires a bonded contractor […]

You have likely heard the phrase that a business is licensed, bonded, and insured. While most people know what a business license and insurance means, many may not understand the term ‘bonded’. A bonded business […]