Loan broker bonds are required for businesses that connect borrowers to the lenders. Regulated by various state entities, the bond must be in place before the business can receive their license and start offering their services. The key distinction of this bond is that it is only required for the business acting as the intermediary between the borrower and lender, rather than issuing the loans themselves, which is covered under a different bond.
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The bond price is typically a small percentage of the bond limit, which can vary by state. Certain states have slightly different names for this bond, like loan lender or finance lender, but they serve the same purpose. The limit can either be a fixed amount, or can vary based on loan volume serviced through the business. Below is a chart of the common limits for this bond, along with their corresponding 1-Year and monthly rates.
| Limit | 1-Year Price | Monthly Price |
|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $100 | $10 |
| $25,000 | $125 | $13 |
| $50,000 | $250 | $25 |
Rates will vary based on the state, bond limit, and applicant.
Loan broker bonds are for companies that act as intermediaries in the lending process. This can include coordinating loan transactions, negotiating terms, and facilitating the process of matching borrowers with the appropriate lender, which creates the opportunity for financial damage to the customer. In order to avoid claims, its important to understand the regulations of your licensing state. Below is a list of activities that could potentially lead to a claim on the bond:
This is not an exhaustive list. Claims on this bond are rare, but it is still necessary for the broker to understand the laws they must operate within. The bond lets the state regulatory entity, and the customer, know that only authorized and informed brokers are giving out financial advice. Depending on the state, if a company also brokers mortgages, they may need a separate bond as well.
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Once you have selected your bond, some general information is required, such as your contact details and some information about your business. Make sure you are inputting correct information as your surety bond must contain the same details as your license in order to be appropriately filed with your state regulator.
As soon as you submit your application, you should receive an online quote instantly. After you receive your approved rate options, all that's left to do is choose the best payment option for you (i.e. monthly, annual, or multi-year) and complete your bond purchase. You'll then receive a copy of your receipt and bond form as soon as the last step is fulfilled.
In addition, Jet can take care of filing your bond for you at no extra cost. However, state regulators will occasionally require you to mail in the original signed bond form along with your license application, especially if this is an initial license application. If this is the case, our team can mail the bond straight to you, and if it's urgent, Jet offers next-day shipping for a small fee.