Individual auctioneers and auction companies operating in California who publicly sell real or personal property to the highest bidder must obtain this bond as mandated by California Civil Code Section 1812.600. The $20,000 surety bond serves as the key prerequisite to legally conduct auctions in the state.
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.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateLABond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeLouisiana Auctioneers Licensing BoardBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondAuctioneerPlain descriptionAuctioneers (Other Than Livestock)Who needs this bondIndividual auctioneers and auction companies operating in California who publicly sell real or personal property to the highest bidder must obtain this bond as mandated by California Civil Code Section 1812.600. The $20…
