- Licensed in MD, PA, VA, OH and FL
- Electronic bond delivery when available
The Bond Agent gets you the exact surety bond your state or contract requires, with options from multiple surety markets and a licensed agent guiding you the whole way. Many license and permit bonds can be issued soon after the surety approves a complete application. Timing depends on underwriting.
A licensed specialist responds within one business hour.
The Bond Agent covers license, permit, contract and court bonds across MD, PA, VA, OH and FL. Choose a category to see the bonds we write most often.
Required to open and operate a licensed dealership in most states.
Meet state and municipal licensing requirements for contractors.
Satisfy FMCSA BMC-84 requirements to operate as a broker.
Protects consumers and satisfies state lending regulations.
Show project owners your bid is serious and financially backed.
Guarantee a contract will be completed to specification.
Guarantee delivery of materials as specified in a contract.
Cover defects in workmanship after project completion.
Protect clients from theft or damage by cleaning employees.
Replace a cash deposit required by your utility provider.
Required for retailers licensed to sell state lottery tickets.
Guarantee proper handling of stored goods and inventory.
Required of individuals managing an estate through probate court.
Protect beneficiaries when an executor manages an estate.
Required when a guardian is appointed over a minor or ward.
Allow a judgment to be appealed while payment is delayed.
Three steps from application to a bonded business most customers are done in one sitting.
A short online application. Tell us the bond type and amount you need.
A licensed agent reviews your application and compares options from multiple surety markets.
Approved bonds can be delivered electronically, or you can request a paper original.
Whether you're after a plain-language definition, want to know how your rate gets calculated, or need an exact price for your specific bond, our education center breaks it down in terms anyone can follow.
From first quote to final delivery, every part of the process is designed to be fast, transparent, and backed by real people.
Typical ranges only, not a quote. Credit, financials and bond type affect the rate, and the final rate is set by the surety after underwriting.
You don't pay the full bond amount. You pay a yearly premium, which is a small percentage of it. For applicants with good credit, most license, permit and contract bonds fall in a typical range of about 1% to 3% per year. Many smaller bonds, such as notary and some license bonds, are a flat fee of about $50 to $250. Court and probate bonds are often under 1%. Rates usually go down as the bond amount goes up. Lower credit can mean a higher rate, and a bond is still usually available. The final rate is set by the surety after underwriting. See our FAQ below.
Answers to what most customers ask before getting bonded.
A surety bond is a three-party agreement that guarantees you'll meet an obligation, such as following a law or completing a contract. If you don't, the bond compensates the party you let down.
It's a percentage of the bond amount, based mainly on credit and the bond type. With good credit, most license and contract bonds fall in a typical range of about 1% to 3% a year, and many small bonds are a flat fee. The surety sets the final rate after underwriting.
Many license bonds can be issued soon after approval and payment, with digital delivery available after approval.
Yes. We work with markets that specialize in higher-risk applicants, so a lower credit score doesn't automatically disqualify you.
Our team walks you through the claims process directly with the surety, so you always know where things stand.
Talk to a licensed surety expert today. Free quotes, no obligation.
