Your Bonding Company Relationship
Ask Your Surety Pro – Joe Catania Shares How Private Equity Impacts Bonding
In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro, Joe Catania, Co-Founder and CEO, answers a question we received from the owner of a construction company preparing to be acquired by a private equity firm: “How will my bonding company relationship change if I am acquired by a private equity firm?” Watch time: 1:38 minutes Private…
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Chris Ruck Shares What Drives Him Every Day
In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro, Chris Ruck, Vice President, shares what drives him each day while serving construction companies and other businesses that rely on surety bonds. Watch time: 0:58 seconds Watch now to hear what motivates Chris —and see how his hands-on approach helps clients solve challenges and achieve their goals.
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Brent Headley Answers Questions on Getting Bonded Again After Bankruptcy
In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro, Brent Headley, Surety Account Executive, answers a question we received from a trade subcontractor: “I went through a bankruptcy. How soon can I get bonded again?” Watch time: 1:47 minutes If you’ve faced financial setbacks, this episode explains what you need to know about rebuilding trust and…
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Rich Anderson Shares What Keeps Him Motivated
After decades in the surety industry, what keeps a professional motivated and energized every day? In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro, our Co-Founder, Rich Anderson, shares his perspective in response to a question from the owner of a federal contracting firm specializing in tenant construction: “What keeps you motivated after so many years…
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Joe Catania Shares How a Company Can Build Trust With a Surety Underwriter
In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro, Brent Headley, Surety Account Executive, answers a question we received from a startup contractor: “Can I Get a Surety Bond in My First Year of Business?” Watch Time: 2:07 mins. Starting a construction company is exciting—but if you’re in your first year, getting bonded can feel like…
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Rich Anderson Breaks Down How Surety Companies Respond to a Surety Bond Claim
If I’ve had a bond claim, can I still get bonded again? In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro (2:37), Rich Anderson, our Co-Founder, breaks down the how surety companies respond to a surety bond claim —and why frequent claims can make it significantly harder for contractors to qualify for future bonding.
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Chris Ruck Breaks Down How Often to Meet with Your Surety
Meeting face-to-face with your surety isn’t just a formality — it keeps communication strong, builds trust, and gives them more confidence to back you on the projects you want. In this episode of Ask The Surety Pro (0:58), our Vice President, Chris Ruck, breaks down how often you should be meeting with your surety — and what…
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Chris Ruck Shares How Advance Prequalification Enables Contractors to Obtain Bonds Quickly
The surety bond prequalification process helps contractors bid competitively, secure larger projects, and build credibility with project owners. In the latest episode of Ask The Surety Pro (1:14), our Vice President, Chris Ruck, shares how advance prequalification enables contractors to obtain bonds quickly and seize new opportunities. Click to watch!
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Chris Ruck On How Contractors Can Secure Bonding Beyond Their Approved Limits
In the latest episode of Ask The Surety Pro (1:30), our Vice President, Chris Ruck, shares how contractors can secure bonding beyond their approved limits to seize a larger-than-usual business opportunity—all while maintaining the confidence of their surety provider. Click to watch!
Read MoreAsk The Surety Pro – Tony DeMartino On How a Broker of Record Letter Helps the Surety Broker Selection Process
A Surety Broker of Record (BOR) Letter empowers contractors to choose a broker they trust to best support their bonding needs. In today’s episode of Ask The Surety Pro (1:11), Tony DeMartino, Surety Bond Producer, explains how a BOR Letter streamlines the process of selecting a surety broker who will serve as a strong advocate…
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