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If you are involved in a civil court case—and determined to win—you’ll find it helpful to understand the appeals process. In fact, in case you lose, being prepared to secure an appeal bond will save you—and…
Read Moreabout The Appeal of Appealing

Fall Hunting Season’s Approaching —Gear Up! If you are a hunting enthusiast, chances are you are busily preparing—and maybe even considering how to earn some money via this hobby this year. Here are a few…
Read Moreabout Fall Hunting Season’s Approaching — Gear Up!

Fraud happens in every kind of business—and despite regulations, the surety bond industry is no exception. Following an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New Hampshire Insurance Department, last week a man…
Read Moreabout Combating Fraud In the Surety Bond Industry

Even in routine times, the “stop-go” of construction projects is painful—especially for small business contractors. Just winning a bid is generally time-consuming—then, a host of other dynamics, from supply chain lags to delays in public…
Read Moreabout Construction Matters: Fast or Slow?

Words like “conservatorship,” “conservator” and  “conservatee” most commonly hit the news when celebrity cases are in motion.  Though these cases might tap our curiosity, we are more likely to find cases down the road, across…
Read Moreabout Who Is a Conservator? What is a Conservator Bond?

Everyone has activities they enjoy doing—and the variety is fun to consider. Perhaps you enjoy whipping up artisanal cocktails to share with friends. Or, maybe you can’t wait to go fishing in your free time….
Read Moreabout Got a Hobby? Get Licensed and You May Have a Business Too!

The Population Research Bureau projects that by 2060 (just 40 years from now), there will be 95 million Americans older than 65. That’s an increase of 52 million people from 2018! Who will care for…
Read Moreabout Our Aging Population: The Important Role of Guardians

If a family member or friend has asked you to execute their estate for them upon their death, chances are that, like most people, you said, “of course” without really thinking about your duties. Understandable….
Read Moreabout Executing A Will: Are You Ready?

Notaries Public witness so many of our life-changing decisions, such as powers of attorney, estate, prenuptial agreements, real estate transactions and many other activities that enable our civil society to operate.  Given the seriousness of their…
Read Moreabout Public Protection: Notaries and Notary Bonds Explained