If you want to open a talent agency, it is important to be aware of all the regulatory requirements you need to meet. Some states do not have any special licensing requirements for talent agencies while others require a license and supplemental documents like copies of labor contracts and fee schedules. In this post, we […]
Fidelity bonds offer additional protection to businesses and their clients. While not required in most cases, they can be an effective tool for guarding against the potential fallout caused by the negative acts of a company’s employees. What is a fidelity bond? A fidelity bond is a type of surety bond that protects a business […]
There are numerous qualifications you need to meet if you want to work as a tax preparer. You need to register with the IRS and in many cases pass the exams to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). You also need to comply with the regulations in your state. In the State of California, any […]
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a law enacted by the US government to help regulate retirement and health plans. The law contains numerous policies to make plans more secure for beneficiaries by protecting them from the negligent and dishonest acts of plan administrators. One of these mechanisms is requiring all parties with […]
If you have an active surety bond you may be wondering if and when it expires. While some bonds do not have an expiration date, others are only valid for a specific period of time. To keep your bond active, you will need to know how surety bond renewal works. In this post, we will […]
If you want to engage in the business of collecting debts in the State of Florida, you will need to get a collection agency license. The Florida Office of Financial Regulation oversees the licensing process for debt collectors. They have established numerous criteria you must meet to be eligible for a license. In this post, […]
Businesses that engage in telemarketing must comply with the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) set by the Federal Trade Commission. They must also comply with rules and regulations set by the state. In Florida, if you want to perform telemarketing, you will likely need to get a license. In […]
If you run a cleaning business, you may be wondering if you need to get bonded. While surety bonds are not required, they can prove quite helpful in establishing your business and mitigating the negative impact resulting from the misconduct by your employees. How do surety bonds for cleaning businesses work? Janitorial bonds are a […]
If you want to work as a landscaper, your state may require you to get a landscape contractor license. The requirements you must meet to obtain this license will vary depending on your location. In this post, we will outline the common requirements for landscaping licenses across the country and the steps you need to […]
If you want to become a public adjuster there are several important steps you need to take before you can begin your work. Most states have basic education requirements you need to meet while others require you to get a license and a surety bond. In this post, we will outline the various requirements facing […]