Our Blog - Surety Matters

Our blog covering the latest in bonds and insurance
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…
Read Moreabout Incorrect Project Estimates Cause Construction Cost Overrun

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…
Read Moreabout Massive Surety Industry Growth Expected by 2025

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

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…
Read Moreabout How to Set Up a Trust

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…
Read Moreabout 6 Cyber Security Tips for Small Businesses

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…
Read Moreabout What is a Receiver and What Do They Do?

What is a Receiver and What Do They Do?
Contract Surety 01.28.2020

Benefits of the Partnership Account for Associations

Our Partnership Account has helped streamline the bonding and insurance process for industry associations and their members. The Partnership Account is a business arrangement between Colonial Surety and industry associations that can help generate revenue…
Read Moreabout Benefits of the Partnership Account for Associations

Benefits of the Partnership Account for Associations
Surety Bonds 01.28.2020

Colorado Lost Instrument Bond

In the state of Colorado, a lost instrument surety bond is required to protect against losses of financial securities, like checks, stock certificates, mortgages, certificates of deposits, money orders, bankbooks, unclaimed property, promissory notes, life…
Read Moreabout Colorado Lost Instrument Bond

Colorado Lost Instrument Bond
License & Permit Bonds 01.28.2020

A Licensing Guide for South Carolina Residential Builders

In South Carolina, home builders must follow specific steps in order to be officially licensed and carry out future projects. Though the licensing process for residential builders can be relatively simple, there are critical events…
Read Moreabout A Licensing Guide for South Carolina Residential Builders

A Licensing Guide for South Carolina Residential Builders