Missouri Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds

What is a Guardian of Minor Surety Bond?

Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds are required for individuals who have been appointed as the legal guardian of a minor deemed incapable of managing their own financial affairs. These fiduciary surety bonds serve as protection for minors against potentially unethical practices of their guardians and ensure the honest accounting of their finances in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and court orders. They guarantee that their funds be properly allotted for expenses such as residency, healthcare, living expenses and education until the minor reaches the agreed upon age during which they may gain control of their finances. Upon that time, the surety bond ensures that their guardian will turn over all remaining funds to the individual.

Which states require Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds?

Pacific Surety proudly offers Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds in the following states:

What is the bond amount for Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds?

Bond amounts for Guardian of a Minor Surety Bonds vary and are based on the assets and value of the estate of the minor party. Therefore, bond amounts and requirements will fluctuate from state to state. Please contact us with specific questions, and our knowledgeable underwriting staff will assist you.

How much does a Guardian of Minor Surety Bond cost?

Pricing for Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds will vary, and your premium will be based on the following factors:

  • State the bond is required in
  • Amount of the bond
  • Term length of the bond

Individuals with good credit can expect to pay between 1%-5% of the bond amount. Qualified applicants could pay as little as $100 annually for a $10,000 Guardian of Minor Surety Bond. To find out how much your bond is going to cost, please complete our online application for your free, no obligation price quote.

Can I get a Guardian of Minor Surety Bond with bad credit?

Pacific Surety offers a wide range of approvals, regardless of credit, for Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds. With our strong surety relationships, we have the ability to approve 99% of applicants, regardless of how bad their credit is. Our knowledgeable underwriting staff will work with you to ensure you receive the lowest possible pricing for your bond. Applicants with substandard credit can expect to pay 5%-10% of the bond amount in premium. To see what rate you will qualify for, please complete our online application for your free, no obligation price quote.

How do I purchase a Guardian of Minor Surety Bond?

The first step is to complete our quick online application for your free, no obligation bond quote. Submission takes only five minutes, and our underwriting staff will be in contact with you within a couple of hours with pricing. If you prefer to speak with our knowledgeable staff, please call 1-866-722-7873 and one of our Underwriters will assist you in applying for your bond.

After you receive approval, you must sign an indemnity agreement with the surety and provide payment for your bond premium. In most cases, we can issue bonds the same day we receive your signed documents and payment.

Who does a Guardian of Minor Surety Bond protect?

Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds are required for individuals who have been appointed as the legal guardian of a minor deemed incapable of managing their own financial affairs. These fiduciary surety bonds serve as protection for minors against potentially unethical practices of their guardians, and ensure the honest accounting of their finances in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and court orders. They guarantee that their funds be properly allotted for expenses such as residency, healthcare, living expenses and education until the minor reaches the agreed upon age during which they may gain control of their finances. Upon that time, the surety bond ensures that their guardian will turn over all remaining funds to the individual.

Pacific Surety proudly offers Guardian of Minor Surety Bonds in the following states:

Please select a state

Created with Sketch.