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Adjustment Service Company

Budget and Credit Counseling Agency

Overview

What it is.

Budget and Credit Counseling Agency

Who usually needs it

All adjustment service companies operating in Wisconsin that provide services such as debt management, credit counseling, budgeting, debt resolution, and financial management services to consumers must obtain a $5,000 surety bond per office location as part of their state licensing requirements under Wisconsin statute 218.02.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateWI
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeState of Wisconsin
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryOther
BondAdjustment Service Company
Plain descriptionBudget and Credit Counseling Agency
Who needs this bondAll adjustment service companies operating in Wisconsin that provide services such as debt management, credit counseling, budgeting, debt resolution, and financial management services to consumers must obtain a $5,000 s…
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