Surety bonds are an insurance policy for the party requiring the bonds. Surety bonds work as a form of insurance to the obligee (project owner), as they are the beneficiary that can file a claim if the bond’s promise is not met. It is a form of credit to the principal (contractor), as claims must be re-paid by the principal to the surety.
Wikipedia explains it this way:
A surety bond or surety is a promise by a surety or guarantor to pay one party (the obligee) a certain amount if a second party (the principal) fails to meet some obligation, such as fulfilling the terms of a contract. The surety bond protects the obligee against losses resulting from the principal’s failure to meet the obligation.
Each surety bond that’s issued acts as a three-party contract.
- The principal purchases the bond to guarantee the quality of work to be done in the future. This is usually a business owner or other professional.
- The obligee requires the principal to purchase a bond to avoid potential financial loss. This is usually a government agency.
- The surety issues the bond and financially guarantees the principal’s capacity to perform a specific task.
Who Needs Surety Bonds?
The construction industry makes up a huge part of the surety bond market. Hometown Insurance Center can help you determine if your company would benefit from a surety bond.
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