In the past few years, we’ve had more than a few clients contact us because they can’t reach the agent who issued their initial bond.  This could be for many reasons.  Sometimes the agent retired, moved to Read more

Once probate or guardianship bonds are issued, in most states, only the Court can change the penalty amount. When requesting to increase a guardians bond, be prepared to provide the following information:

1. Court Order indicating the specific amount decrease, Read more

There are a few different types of retailers offering Probate Bonds. It’s important to recognize the differences between Probate Bond sources.

Direct retailers are retail insurance agencies who only offer Probate Bonds from ONE source or carrier.  It Read more

Annual Probate Court Bond Renewal Premium

The standard across the industry is bond renewal premium is due on the renewal date.  This means there’s an initial premium for the first year, then on the anniversary date, an additional Read more

Ohio Guardian Bonds, as many other states, are typically issued on an annual basis.  This means an initial premium is due when the bond is issued.  If the guardianship extends beyond one year in length, a renewal Read more