Surety Bond Guides & Resources
Expert articles on surety bonding for contractors, agents, and business owners. Learn how to get bonded, reduce costs, and grow your capacity.
Surety Bond Requirements by State
Learn how state statutes, Little Miller Acts, and local procurement rules change the surety bond thresholds you face on public and private work.
SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program Explained
See how the SBA Surety Bond Guarantee Program works, eligibility requirements, and how it can expand your bonding capacity for public projects.
Treasury-Listed vs. Non-Treasury Surety Companies
Understand when you must use a Treasury-listed surety, how to vet non-T-listed carriers, and what owners expect on different project types.
Top Surety Companies by Bond Capacity 2026
Meet the carriers leading the surety marketplace in 2026, and learn how to align your business with the right underwriting team.
How to Get a Surety Bond: Complete Guide
Follow the exact steps to prepare financial statements, present your project history, and work with a surety agent to secure performance and payment bonds.
Bid Bonds vs. Performance Bonds vs. Payment Bonds
Understand the purpose of bid, performance, and payment bonds, how they interact on public work, and how to keep each in good standing.
Surety Bond Cost: What Determines Your Premium
Learn how underwriters price surety bonds, what you can control to earn better rates, and how market cycles affect premiums.
Small Contractor's Guide to Surety Bonds
Discover how small and emerging contractors can build financial strength, document experience, and partner with the right surety team.
Surety Bonds for Federal Construction Projects
Get a blueprint for meeting federal bonding requirements, coordinating with contracting officers, and managing payment protections for subs.
What Happens When a Surety Bond Claim Is Filed
Follow the lifecycle of a surety bond claim, learn how sureties investigate, and see the remedies they can exercise to finish the work or pay claimants.
How to Improve Your Surety Bond Capacity
Discover practical ways to expand bonding capacity—from working capital improvements to better project controls and transparent reporting.
Understanding Surety Bond Indemnity Agreements
See why indemnity agreements matter, what clauses to focus on, and how to protect your company when signing them.