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Court Bonds 02.05.2020

What is the Purpose of an Appeal Bond?

When appealing a lower court’s unfavorable judgement, appeal and supersedeas bonds can seem like an onerous obstacle to hurdle. However, there are numerous reasons why these bonds exist and, in fact, are necessary. Appeal bonds…
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What is the Purpose of an Appeal Bond?
Cyber for Plan Sponsors 02.04.2020

Cyber Attacks Impact Far More Than You Realize

You may think that a cyber attack only affects information stored directly by your company. You may have done the math and figure that you could withstand that attack. Many small businesses can’t, but maybe…
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Cyber Attacks Impact Far More Than You Realize
License & Permit Bonds 02.03.2020

Real Estate Agents vs. Mortgage Brokers

Both real estate agents and mortgage brokers work to help buyers purchase physical property. But what are the differences between the two? The two help toward the same goal of obtaining physical property, but mortgage…
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Real Estate Agents vs. Mortgage Brokers
Contract Surety 01.31.2020

Incorrect Project Estimates Cause Construction Cost Overrun

It’s extremely difficult for construction projects to come in under budget. Poor project management may be one reason for the error while unforeseeable circumstances may be another. But one of the most common causes of…
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Incorrect Project Estimates Cause Construction Cost Overrun
Contract Surety 01.31.2020

Massive Surety Industry Growth Expected by 2025

With much global infrastructure needing to be replaced in first world countries such as the United States, the global surety market is expected to grow by 7% per year up to the year 2025. There are going…
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Massive Surety Industry Growth Expected by 2025
ERISA 01.30.2020

Four Ways the Newly-Released SECURE Act Will Affect Your Retirement

President Trump recently signed into effect one of the most dynamic transformations to retirement planning in recent years. The SECURE Act, or the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act, creates numerous provisions to…
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Four Ways the Newly-Released SECURE Act Will Affect Your Retirement
Court Bonds 01.30.2020

How to Set Up a Trust

A trust is created when the trustor, grantor, or settlor transfers property to the trustee, who will efficiently manage the property for the beneficiaries. A trust is one slice of a comprehensive estate plan, partnered…
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How to Set Up a Trust
Fidelity Bonds 01.29.2020

6 Cyber Security Tips for Small Businesses

In this digital province where everyone’s information is found online, it’s a no brainer to make cyber security a priority. When protecting your business and its valuable data, it’s never a smart idea to cut…
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6 Cyber Security Tips for Small Businesses
Court Bonds 01.29.2020

What is a Receiver and What Do They Do?

A receiver is an individual selected by the court to receive power, property, and assets of a firm pending an ultimate decision of a lawsuit. Receivers are chosen by the court, government, or contract. Per…
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What is a Receiver and What Do They Do?