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Popular Surety Bonds in Oregon
Landscape Contractor Bonds
Landscape contractors must obtain a bond as part of the state licensing process in Oregon. Required bond amounts can range from $3,000 to $20,000.
Residential & Commercial Contractor Bonds
Various contractors in Oregon must be bonded to work in the state or in specific municipalities. This includes a $20,000 bond for commercial contractors and a $10,000 or $20,000 bond for residential contractors.
Continuing Education for Contractors Bond
Continuing Education Providers must post and maintain a $20,000 bond before offering courses, according to the Construction Contractors Board.
Disseminator Contract Bond
To operate a commercial driving school in Oregon, you must obtain a business license and a $25,000 surety bond, filed with the Department of Transportation.
Appraisal Management Company Bond
To operate an appraisal management company, you must post a $25,000 surety bond as part of the state licensing process.
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How much does a surety bond in Oregon cost?
The cost of a bond can vary based on a few factors, including the type of bond, the amount required, your credit score, and finances. Your bond premium will be a small percentage of the total bond amount – typically 1-10%.
Generally, the stronger your credit score, the lower your rate will be. However, we do not need to run your credit in some cases. We can issue some bonds instantly at a flat rate.
Oregon Surety Bond Requirements
Various businesses, contractors, and other professionals will need surety bonds to operate legally in Oregon. Many professions that require state, county, or city licenses to work or practice will also require surety bonds.
Here are some examples:
- You may need various construction bonds to work as a contractor.
- You may need a license or permit bond to operate a professional business.
- Or you may need a court bond to fulfill your duties as a fiduciary.
How to Get a Surety Bond in OR
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About ZipBonds.com
Founders Ryan Swalve and Zach Mefferd formed the vision for ZipBonds.com when they realized how overly complicated it was to help clients place surety. The frustration of being unable to incorporate the technology they’d used in other insurance-focused projects left them thinking “there has to be a better way.”
Fast forward a couple of years, and that better way is the impetus of everything we do at ZipBonds. We constantly look for innovative ways to improve the bonding process for our clients and agents. Our team comprises individuals who understand all angles of surety – for companies, agencies, and individuals. Incorporating everyone’s point of view to improve the process while simultaneously integrating cutting-edge technology is what sets our business apart.