The Surety Insider, LLC gives us a look into the world of surety bond claims. Find out what you should and should not do when it comes to finding a claims consultant. Also, get a novice crash course on the claims process from various outside sources.

The CSBS has created a standardized electronic system for states to use to effectively streamline the mortgage licensing process. Learn why the system is needed and why so many are up in arms about it’s implementation.

2007 was the best year yet for JW Bond. It is also the first year that our company qualifies to make the Inc. 500 list. A list of the top 500 private companies in the nation.

Our office closed early yesterday due to an ice and sleet storm. Another storm is on the way for this weekend, but it appears we should be able to open on Monday at our regular time without any problems.

Mortgage brokers and lenders have had it easy obtaining surety bonds in recent years. The housing boom brought their industry to an all-time financial high. Their industry is now in a recession and the bonding companies are already changing their policies, which could make life even harder for those in the mortgage industry.