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Residential mortgage loan broker bond

Residential mortgage loan brokers (companies) licensed in Missouri. Required when: Prior to the issuance or renewal of a license. Exemptions: Depository institutions and their employees; manufactured housing office exemption (with affidavit).

Overview

What it is.

Residential mortgage loan brokers (companies) licensed in Missouri. Required when: Prior to the issuance or renewal of a license. Exemptions: Depository institutions and their employees; manufactured housing office exemption (with affidavit).

Who usually needs it

Residential mortgage loan brokers (companies) licensed in Missouri.

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.

StateMO
Bond amountBased on the dollar amount of loans originated, funded, or serviced in the prev…
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeMissouri Division of Finance
RenewalLicensees must submit a copy of their surety bond continuation certificate by December 31 each year. Bond increases based on volume must be posted with the Division of Finance by May 1 each year.
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryManufactured Housing
BondResidential mortgage loan broker bond
Statutory referenceRSMo Section 443.849
JurisdictionState
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