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Popular Surety Bonds in Pennsylvania
Credit Services Organization Bond
To operate a credit services organization in Pennsylvania, you must post a bond for $5,000 to $25,000, depending on the amount of fees charged to buyers.
Notary Surety Bond
To serve as a notary public, you must post a $10,000 for your four-year commission. This bond only costs $100 and can be issued instantly.
Appraisal Management Company Bond
To run an appraisal management company, the state requires that you post and maintain a $40,000 surety bond.
Auction Company Bond
Auction companies in Pennsylvania must post a $5,000 surety bond and renew it annually.
Lottery Agent Surety Bond
Lottery retailers in the state must post a bond to ensure they pay all required taxes throughout the year.
Auto Dealer Bond
Any auto dealer in the state must post a bond to obtain a license to operate a business. Bond requirements vary.
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How much is a surety bond in Pennsylvania?
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.
Pennsylvania Surety Bond Requirements
Various businesses, contractors, and other professionals will need surety bonds to operate legally in Pennsylvania. 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 PA
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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.