Lance Surety Bonds has exclusive programs with the lowest rates for all Wisconsin surety bonds. Our agents will work alongside you to help you get the best possible premium, even if you have bad credit or a bumpy credit history. We partner only with America’s best reputed surety providers, guaranteeing your Wisconsin surety bond will be accepted by the state.
Read on to find out more about Wisconsin surety bonds, such as how much they cost, how they can be obtained and what to expect if you have bad credit.
Questions about Surety Bonds in Wisconsin
How Much Does a Surety Bond Cost in Wisconsin?
There are many different types of Wisconsin surety bonds and each of them has a different price. In general, surety bonds in Wisconsin fall under three main categories: license and permit bonds, contract bonds and court bonds.
The total bond amount will depend on the bond category, the type of bond and the size of your business among other factors. To get a Wisconsin surety bond you pay a premium, i.e. a certain percentage of the total bond amount. The premium is also dependant on several factors, such as the bond category and the applicant’s credit score. Often the applicant’s financial strength is also taken into account.
Applicants with good credit typically pay premiums of between 1% - 4%, whereas premiums can go up as high as 15% for an applicant with bad credit. For a more comprehensive explanation, check out our page called “What Does a Surety Bond Cost?”
Can I Get a Wisconsin Surety Bond with Bad Credit?
There are many different types of Wisconsin surety bonds and each of them has a different price. In general, surety bonds in Wisconsin fall under three main categories: license and permit bonds, contract bonds and court bonds.
As we mentioned, bad credit can significantly elevate your surety bond premium. In some cases it can even prevent your from obtaining a bond altogether. This is the case when applying for contract bonds to do construction work on a public project.
All other type of Wisconsin surety bonds, however, can be obtained in most cases. Lance Surety bonds has an excellent bad credit surety bonds program, through which 99% of applicants can get bonded.
How Do I Get Bonded in Wisconsin?
Lance Surety Bonds offers a way for you to get any Wisconsin surety bond entirely online. This can save you a lot of time, which can be essential if the deadline for obtaining the bond is approaching.
Start by filling out the application form. You will receive a bond quote instantly along with instructions on how to proceed. If you encounter any difficulties, contact one of our surety agents at 877.514.5146.
Find Your Wisconsin Surety Bond
| Freight Broker Bond (BMC-84) | N/A | FMCSA | Apply Now |
| General license & permit bond (not listed) | N/A | N/A | Apply Now |
| Agricultural (Non-Livestock) Bond | Public Warehouse Keeper Bond | WI Department of Agriculture | Apply Now |
| Contractor License (No P&P Language) Bond | Tree-Brush Trimmer Bond | Risk Management Office-City of Green Bay | Apply Now |
| Contractor License Performance & Payment (Local) Bond | Plumber's Preformance Bond | City of Milwaukee | Apply Now |
| Contractor License Performance & Payment (State) Bond | Dwelling Contractor-Restricted Certification Bond | Wisconsin Department of Safety & Prof Services | Apply Now |
| Collection Agency Bond | Collection Agency | Dept of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Debt Consolidators Bond | Debt Management | Dept of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Debt Consolidators Bond | Credit Services Organization | Dept. of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Professional Fund Raisers Bond | Professional Fund Raisers Bond | Dept of Safety & Professional Services | Apply Now |
| Professional Fund Raisers Bond | Fund-Raising Counsel Bond | Department of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Professional Fund Raisers Bond | Professional Fund Raisers (Non-Custodial) Bond | Dept of Financial Insitutions | Apply Now |
| Professional Fund Raisers Bond | Professional Fund-Raiser (Custodial) Bond | Dept of Financial Insitutions | Apply Now |
| Insurance 3rd Party Administrator Bond | Employee Benefit Plan Administrator | Wisconsin Office of The Commissioner of Insurance | Apply Now |
| Mortgage Broker (1st & 2nd Mortgages) Bond | Mortgage Broker | Dept of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Mortgage Lender/Banker (1st & 2nd Mort.) Bond | Mortgage Banker | State of Wisconsin, Dept of Financial Institution | Apply Now |
| Small Loan Companies Bond | Loan Company Bond | State of Wisconsin, Dept of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Small Loan Companies Bond | Payday Lender Bond | Department. of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
| Auto & Mobile Home Dealers (New & Used) Bond | Motor Vehicle Dealer | Department of Transportation | Apply Now |
| Auto & Mobile Home Dealers (Used Only, No New) Bond | Motor Vehicle Dealer | Department of Transportation | Apply Now |
| Sport Permits Bond | Boxing or Mixed Martail Arts Professional Club or | Department of Regulation and Licensing | Apply Now |
| Health Spas/Health Clubs Bond | Fitness Center | Dept of Agriculture/Trade and Consumer Protection | Apply Now |
| Professional Licenses (All Other) Bond | Wisconsin Department of Regulation & Licensing | Department of Regulation & Licensing | Apply Now |
| Professional Licenses (All Other) Bond | 2nd Hand Dealer, Pawnbroker Bond | City of Wausau | Apply Now |
| Professional Licenses (All Other) Bond | Licensed Pawnbrokers Bond | City Clerk License Division | Apply Now |
| Schools (All) Bond | BARBERING & COSMETOLOGY SCHOOL OR SPECIALTY SCHOOL | State of Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Li | Apply Now |
| Schools (All) Bond | Driver School | Wisconsin Dept of Transportation | Apply Now |
| Schools (All) Bond | Private School | WI Educational Approval Board | Apply Now |
| Alcohol (Retailers) Bond | Alcohol Bond | Department of Revenue- Excise Tax Section 6-107 | Apply Now |
| Sales, Use & Consumer Tax Bond | Sales & Use Tax | Wisconsin Dept of Revenue | Apply Now |
| Utility Deposit Bond | UTILITY GUARANTEE | WE Energies | Apply Now |
| Wages & Fringe Benefits Bond | Wages & Fringe Benefit Bond (North Central States | North Central States Regional Council of Carpenter | Apply Now |
| Money Transmitter Bond | Seller of Checks Bond | Department of Financial Institutions | Apply Now |
Most Popular Surety Bonds in Wisconsin
Licensed new and used-car dealers need to maintain a $50,000 surety bond as long as they are in business.
Guarantees businesses will pay sales tax to the state on time and report their revenue correctly. Amounts vary based on business type and size.
Mortgage brokers have to post a $120,000 surety bond to obtain or renew their license. It makes sure they stay compliant with state regulations and do not defraud clients.
A type of tax bond, alcohol bonds guarantee the state that liquor selling businesses pay taxes and adhere to the regulations of the Department of Revenue. Amounts vary based on volume of sales.
A $25,000 bond is required before collection agencies can obtain a license in Wisconsin in order to prevent fraud related to funds collected on behalf of their clients.
Set at $25,000, the bond guarantees health club members will not lose their money if the club closes down prematurely.
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