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Popular Surety Bonds in West Virginia
Public Official Bonds
To hold a public official position, including treasurer, tax collector, or other, you must obtain a bond and renew it annually.
Appraisal Management Company Bond
AMCs must register with the state and post a $50,000 surety bond before conducting business.
Outdoor Advertising Bond
To obtain an outdoor advertising license in West Virginia as an out-of-state licensee, you must post a surety bond for $2,500.
Alcohol Beverage Control Bond
The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration requires brewers, importers, distributors, and others to post a $5,000 surety bond.
Real Estate Broker Surety Bond
The Real Estate Commission requires real estate brokers and salespeople to post a surety bond for $2,000. This bond only costs $100.
West Virginia Auctioneer Bonds
To operate an auction house, work as an auctioneer, or become an auctioneer’s apprentice, you must post a bond for $25,000, $10,000, or $5,000, respectively.
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How much does a surety bond 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.
Requirements for Surety Bonds in West Virginia
Various businesses, contractors, and other professionals will need surety bonds to operate legally in West Virginia. 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 WV
We’ll help you find the bond you need, complete the application, and be off and running. Call us at (888) 435-4191 or email support@zipbonds.com. We also have Live Chat on our website during working hours. Reach out any time!
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.