California LLC Bond

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California LLC Bond

Bond Amount:
Equal to your project amount
1 year bond starts at
2%
of bound amount, based on
credit check
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California LLC Bond

Bond Amount:
Equal to your project amount
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1 year bond starts at
2%
of bound amount, based on
credit check
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How much does an auto dealer bond cost?

The cost of a auto dealer bond mainly depends on two factors:

Bond Limit: Every state has a specified bond amount that they require auto dealers to be bonded for. In other words, this determines the size of bond that auto dealers have to purchase. For example, given that Texas has a bond limit of $50,000 for motor vehicle bond, the amount you pay (aka bond premium) is a percentage typically between 0.5%-5% of the bond limit. Thus, a Texas dealer bond would start from $250, and could go up to $2,500 for those with poor credit.

Credit Score: this is crucial for premium amount as well as whether a potential dealer can even obtain a motor vehicle bond in the first place. Credit score reflects whether the applicant can behave in a way that is less likely to result in a claim being filed and whether the applicant can repay any potential claim.

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Overview

A CSLB LLC Bond is a $100,000 surety bond required by the California Contractors State License Board for all limited liability companies that hold a contractor license. This bond is in addition to the standard $25,000 contractor license bond and was created to address the unique risks LLCs pose compared to other business structures. The bond protects the public—not the LLC—by covering losses caused by violations of state law, nonpayment of obligations, or contractor misconduct.

Purpose of CSLB LLC Bonds

  • Public Protection: Provides stronger safeguards for homeowners, employees, and suppliers given the higher liability risks of LLCs.
  • Legal Requirement: Mandatory for all contractor LLCs; without this $100,000 bond, an LLC cannot hold a valid CSLB license.
  • Credibility: Signals to clients and regulators that the LLC is licensed, compliant, and financially backed.
  • Accountability: Ensures financial consequences for violations, reinforcing ethical and lawful operations.

Cost of CSLB LLC Bonds

LLCs don’t deposit $100,000 upfront. Instead, they pay an annual premium.

  • Premium Range: Typically $1,000–$10,000 per year depending on credit and business history.
  • Credit-Based Pricing: Good credit and strong financials result in lower costs, while poor credit leads to higher rates.
  • Other Factors: Sureties also consider years in business, claims history, and overall risk profile.

Key Considerations

  • Bond Amount: Fixed at $100,000 by California law, in addition to the $25,000 contractor bond.
  • Renewal: Must remain active; a lapse in coverage causes immediate license suspension.
  • Claims: The surety covers valid claims up to $100,000, but the LLC must fully reimburse all payouts.
  • Strict Oversight: The CSLB enforces LLC bond compliance aggressively, and failure to maintain it risks license revocation.