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Surety Bonds: What They Mean and Why They Matter Surety Bonds are not just paperwork. They are a legal promise. Before many businesses can open their doors, sign contracts, or receive a license, they must have Surety Bonds in place. This requirement is not random. It exists to protect the public. When hearing about Motorcycle Insurance, RV Insurance, Home Insurance, or Auto Insurance, the purpose is easy to understand. Those policies protect the person who buys them. If there is an accident or damage, the insurance helps cover the loss. Surety Bonds work differently. They are not protection for the business. They are protection for the customer and the government. That difference is important. What Are Surety Bonds? Surety Bonds are agreements between three parties: The principal, which is the business or individual who needs the bond The obligee, which is the government agency or organization requiring the bond The surety, which is the company that provides the bond The purpose of Sur...