Several states have enacted new legislation affecting Motor Vehicle Dealer (MVD) Bond Requirements. Alabama HB 393, which becomes effective October 1, 2020, makes several changes to the regulations governing the issuance of a motor vehicle dealer license. One of these changes increases the license bond amount for new motor vehicle dealers, used motor vehicle dealers, motor vehicle re-builders, or motor vehicles wholesalers to be for not less than $50,000 or another amount that the Department … [Read more...]
Meet Goldleaf Surety’s Newest Team Member
Goldleaf Surety would like to welcome the newest member to our team, Cal Anderson. Cal grew up in Montevideo and worked at Goldleaf during the summer throughout high school and college. He attended North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND, majoring in finance. Once he graduated, he moved to the twin cities for a few years to expand his knowledge of the insurance industry. He has now returned to work at Goldleaf full-time as an Account Specialist. He enjoys spending time at the lake … [Read more...]
Happy 4th of July
Goldleaf Suety Services Wishes You a Happy 4th of July! Freedom is never given; it is won. - A. Philip Randolf Let each one of us make a promise to ourselves that as long as we live, we will help America grow into a better nation with each passing day. Our offices will be closed Friday, July 3, so that our staff can spend the holiday with family. We will be back on Monday, July 6 ready to assist you with all of your surety bond needs. Have a fun and safe … [Read more...]
Surety Bonds Don’t Need to be a Juggling Act
Saturday, June 20, is World Juggling Day. According to the website holidayinsights.com, this day celebrates the skill of juggling and those talented people who can juggle many balls and objects at a time. To help you celebrate World Juggling Day, here are a few fun and interesting facts about juggling we found on the Huffington Post website. Scarves are the easiest item to begin with when learning to juggle. (This I know because both of my children in their younger years tried their … [Read more...]
Goldleaf Surety 2020 Scholarship Winner
Goldleaf Surety would like to announce our 2020 scholarship winner Bryce Abel. Bryce is a 2020 graduate of Montevideo High School and will began his college career this fall at Lake Area Technical Institute in Watertown, South Dakota. He will be studying Building Trades. With social distancing in place in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, end-of-the-year events for the graduating class of 2020 have looked different from years past. This year’s Senior Scholarship Tee was no … [Read more...]
Goldleaf Surety Is Here for You
Goldleaf Surety is here for you when you have questions about or need help navigating the world of surety bonds. For over 20 years, our experienced and knowledgeable staff has been here for you. And, as we move forward in ever-changing and uncertain times, Goldleaf Surety will continue to be here for you when you have questions or need help navigating the world of surety bonds. In these times of a “new normal,” construction projects continue to move forward and certain things remain the … [Read more...]
A Fidelity Bond Can Help Protect A Company
More often than most people realize, employees steal from their companies. Employee theft can add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. Not just monies are stolen. Thefts can include supplies, inventory and even company time. And, it’s not just limited to theft at the company’s office or job site. Thefts can occur when employees are on site at a customer’s home or business. Is there a product that can offer protection to cover employee dishonesty and theft? The answer is … [Read more...]
COVID-19 and the Construction Industry
With the all the news regarding COVID-19 and its impact around the world, are you and your company thinking about or perhaps already dealing with its affects on the construction industry? We are certain that many of our contractors are. So, in this blog post, we want to share with you several blog posts that we feel contain relevant information in this new and uncertain time. The post Is it Time to Send your COVID-19 Notice? YES appeared first on Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP. The post … [Read more...]
Goldleaf Surety to Host Construction Law Seminar
Goldleaf Surety will be hosting a Construction Law Seminar on Tuesday, March 24. This seminar is being held at the Hilton Garden Inn, 4351 17th Avenue in Fargo, North Dakota. The seminar will begin with registration at 7:30 am and will end with a free lunch at 12:30 pm. This year’s keynote speaker will be attorney Aaron Dean with the Moss & Barnett law firm out of Minneapolis. Mr. Dean will discuss current issues dealing with contract clauses, contract law, and contract … [Read more...]
Goldleaf Surety to Host Construction Law Seminar
Goldleaf Surety Services will be hosting a Construction Law Seminar on Tuesday, March 10th. This seminar is being held at the Hilton Garden Inn, 17879 Chicago Street in Omaha. The seminar will begin with registration at 7:30 am and will end with a free lunch at 12:30 pm. This year’s keynote speaker will be attorney Craig Martin with Lamson Dugan & Murray out of Omaha. Mr. Martin will discuss the following topics: Contract Clauses – What they mean and suggestions to revise the … [Read more...]
