The Bail Bonds Business

The bonding company has to guarantee the appearance of the defendant in court at a given time and place, when a bond is issued. These bail bonds are issued only by licensed \"bail agents\" who specialize in their underwriting and issuance. These agents act as the appointed representatives of licensed surety insurance companies.

Having a bail bond business entitles undertaking intensive research on marketing techniques, and software, as well as detailed knowledge of handling forfeitures, skip tracing, hiring bail enforcement agents and much more. Someone who wishes to become a bail agent should have a vast store of knowledge on owning and operating a successful bail bond business. They need to study and know about surety companies, BUF accounts, general agents, jail and court systems, and must have an in-depth knowledge of how to maintain an office.

\"Bail Bonds 101\" is a comprehensive book written by Sean Cook, a bail agent who has been in the bail bonds business for more than 12 years. The author owned and operated a company for 10 years and is well versed in purchasing and selling bail bond companies. This book provides guidance to starting a bail bonds business as well as operating it successfully.

However, it is suggested that anyone interested in this field consult with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or accountant and his or her attorneys, along with reading this book before starting the business. It is advisable to hire a good attorney a CPA. Since bail bonds rules and regulations vary from state to state, it is important to understand all these rules and regulations before opening the business.

The bail bond agencies must renew their licenses every year, as the Department of Licensing does not prorate agency fees. Also, the agency is responsible for all the bail bond agents working with them.