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The document is a Probate Bond Application form that collects detailed information about the agent/broker, bond details, case specifics, financial status of the fiduciary/principal, and estate information. It includes sections for personal and financial disclosures, indemnification agreements, and signature requirements for the principal and their spouse. The purpose of the form is to facilitate the execution of a bond by Contractors Bonding and Insurance Company (CBIC) related to managing an estate.

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Does an executor have to post a bond?

While each state is different, California generally requires your personal representative to be bonded. The only exceptions are when the testators will expressly waives the requirement (and the court permits this to happen) or all the beneficiaries will agree in writing to waive the bond requirement.

How much does a probate bond cost in California?

Like any surety bond cost, the cost of a probate bond in California is a tiny fraction of the bond value. The typical rate for a probate bond is 0.5% to 1% of the required bond amount. So, for an estate worth $20,000, the premium would be between $100 and $160.

What does bond application mean?

A surety bond application is a form required by the surety carrier. It provides the basic information needed about the bond and the principal for the approval process. It also often serves as the legal contract between the surety carrier and the principal.

What does bonding application mean?

Bail vs. Bond Bail is the money a defendant must pay in order to get out of jail. A bond is posted on a defendants behalf, usually by a bail bond company, to secure his or her release. Defendants with pending warrants are usually not eligible for bail.

What is a bond application?

The bond protects the employer against losses an employee may cause, including wrongful, fraudulent or criminal activities. If, for example, an employee steals property from the employer or leaves the job before completing a task, the bond can cover the value taken or lost.

How long does it take to get a probate bond?

Due to their individual requirements and processes, the length of time it takes to acquire a probate bond varies from company to company. However, many surety companies can bond a person within 24 hours or as quickly as within the same business day.

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