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SURETY BOND Combination Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Banker, and/or Mortgage Servicer

Any person or entity seeking licensure as a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, or mortgage servicer in Arkansas. Required when: Application for a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, or mortgage servicer license. Exemptions: Exemptions typically include federally insured depository institutions (banks, savings and loan as…

Overview

What it is.

Any person or entity seeking licensure as a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, or mortgage servicer in Arkansas. Required when: Application for a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, or mortgage servicer license. Exemptions: Exemptions typically include federally insured depository institutions (banks, savings and loan as…

Who usually needs it

Any person or entity seeking licensure as a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, or mortgage servicer in Arkansas.

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.

StateAR
Bond amountThe bond amount is based on the aggregate amount of originated or funded mortga…
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeArkansas Securities Department
RenewalLicensees must renew their license annually between November 1 and December 31 through the NMLS. The surety bond amount must be reviewed and, if necessary, adjusted by March 31 of each year based on the prior year's loa…
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryFinancial Services
BondSURETY BOND Combination Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Banker, and/or Mortgage Servicer
Statutory referenceArk. Code Ann. § 23-39-505(f)
JurisdictionState
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