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We’re moving July 13-14th!

We’re moving July 13-14th!

To Our Construction Bonding Specialists Friends & Customers, Our office will be closed: at 1:00 pm on Thursday, July 13th, and all day on Friday, July 14th as we pack up our office and move to our new location in Novi! As of Monday, July 17th, our new office will be located at: 42400 Grand…

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Finding Contractors for Subcontracts

Finding Contractors for Subcontracts

Relationships are vital in the commercial construction industry, specifically between general and trade contractors. While general contractors subcontract work to a variety of subcontractors, trade contractors focus mainly on projects given to them by general contractors, making this dynamic for both sides mutually advantageous. The partnership between subcontractors and general contractors can be complex. General…

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Government Construction Contracts

Government Construction Contracts

Construction firms highly covet commercial government contracts, as public spending on construction projects exceeds hundreds of billions of dollars yearly, making them a lucrative opportunity. While most construction firms rely on government contracts as their sole source of revenue, others bid on various public and private jobs. Public construction contracts are governed by lengthy laws,…

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<strong>Types of Construction Bonds</strong>

Types of Construction Bonds

The industry offers a large variety of surety bonds, which are required to bid or work on all public works projects, private construction, remodeling, and new construction. The different types of surety bonds include bid bonds, performance (contract) bonds, and payment bonds. These bonds offer protection for the project owner, taxpayers, investors, etc., associated with…

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Bond Markets Fluctuate Based on Rising Interest

Bond Markets Fluctuate Based on Rising Interest

At the end of 2021, the 10-year treasury note reached only 1.5 percent, creating low-interest rates. Less than a year later, in October 2022, the rates peaked at more than four percent, which hasn’t been seen since April 2010. These unusual bond market fluctuations force investors to constantly recalibrate to keep up.  Because of the…

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<strong>Vehicle Dealer Bonds Increased</strong>

Vehicle Dealer Bonds Increased

Since January 23, 2023, the Michigan Uniform Vehicle Dealer Surety Bonds (also known as Michigan auto dealer bonds or Michigan motor vehicle dealer bonds) has increased from $10,000 to $25,000.  Mandated by Michigan Compiled Laws 257.248, the surety bond requirement has yet to be distributed to all motor vehicle dealers. Any individuals or business entities…

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