Insurance term
Surety Bond
A three-party agreement where a surety company guarantees that your business will fulfill an obligation or contract. Many contractors and licensed trades are required to carry one. It is a guarantee, not insurance for your own losses.
Example
A contractor must post a surety bond before a city will issue a building permit, guaranteeing the work will be completed.
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