Kansas Mortgage Broker Bond

Instantly obtain a mortgage broker bond

Colonial Surety is authorized by the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) to write electronic mortgage broker bonds. If you are not registered with the NMLS, please visit the NMLS website.

What is a Kansas mortgage broker bond?

A mortgage broker bond is required by the State of Kansas as a prerequisite for any licensed mortgage broker to legally conduct business. The bond guarantees that the mortgage broker will operate in accordance with the applicable government rules and regulations.

Who needs this bond?

Mortgage brokers, mortgage lenders, and mortgage loan originators are required by State of Kansas statutes to obtain a bond.

What is the amount of the bond?

The State of Kansas requires a $50,000 minimum surety bond for licensees or applicants maintaining a Kansas bona fide office in addition to an executed copy of the lease agreement in the company’s name for that Kansas bona fide office location. If the licensee or applicant originated or made more than $50,000,000 in Kansas mortgage loans during the previous calendar year, a $75,000 surety bond is required.

For licensees or applicants not claiming a Kansas bona fide office, a minimum $100,000 surety bond is required in addition to a CPA reviewed or audited financial statement attesting to a net worth of at least $50,000. If the licensee or applicant originated or made more than $50,000,000 in Kansas mortgage loans during the previous calendar year, a $125,000 surety bond is required.

For more information on Kansas’ mortgage broker requirements, visit the NMLS website.

What is the process to obtain the bond?

Colonial offers the direct and digital way to obtain a mortgage broker bond. We are the insurance company — which means no agent, no broker, and no middleman. The steps are easy — get a quote online, fill out your information, and enter your payment method. Your bond will be available instantly. It’s that simple!

What does the bond cost?

A mortgage broker bond is reasonably priced and easy to obtain. You may notice that with other insurance agents and middlemen, your premium rate will fluctuate and include additional hidden fees and costs. Colonial offers our lowest possible rate. Premium is based on the amount of the bond required by the State of Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.

Does it matter where I get the bond?

It is important to understand how surety bonds work, and who is the insurance company issuing your bonds. It is easy to obtain a mortgage broker bond when you deal directly with a quality insurance company licensed to write surety bonds. Colonial is an A (Excellent) rated insurance company by A.M. Best that has been incorporated since 1930. We are NMLS approved, Treasury listed, and licensed and admitted in all U.S. states and territories.