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Miscellaneous Commercial

Surety bond in lieu of trust account

Health studios that sell contracts for services prior to the opening of the facility (preopening sales) and choose not to maintain a trust account. Required when: Selling health studio services prior to the opening of the facility. Exemptions: Public common schools and private schools approved under RCW 28A.195.010,Pu…

Overview

What it is.

Health studios that sell contracts for services prior to the opening of the facility (preopening sales) and choose not to maintain a trust account. Required when: Selling health studio services prior to the opening of the facility. Exemptions: Public common schools and private schools approved under RCW 28A.195.010,Pu…

Who usually needs it

Health studios that sell contracts for services prior to the opening of the facility (preopening sales) and choose not to maintain a trust account.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger 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. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending o…

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — varies by bond type

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.

StateWA
Bond amount$150,000
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeWashington State Attorney General's Office
RenewalThe bond must be maintained until the facility for which preopening contracts were sold is completed and opened.
Bond classMiscellaneous Commercial
CategoryEducation
BondSurety bond in lieu of trust account
Statutory referenceRCW 19.142.070
JurisdictionState
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