Surety bond financing

Capital for your next contract bond — WithBonded

We connect small business owners and contractors to lenders who provide performance and license bond financing, even when traditional banks say no.

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Soft credit check only. Does not affect your credit score.

Industry terminology
  • Bid Bond
  • Performance Bond
  • Payment Bond
  • Obligee
  • Principal
  • Surety
  • Indemnity Agreement
  • Credit Enhancement
  • $5K–$500K Bond financing range
  • 24–48 hours Approval turnaround time
  • 10+ lenders Specialized network
How it works

How the money moves.

One soft check to match. One hard pull, and only from the lender you choose. That mechanism is why this is not a broker.

1
You
Submit application
Tell us your bond amount and project scope through our secure portal.
2
Us
Credit review
We pull a soft inquiry to match your file with specialized surety lenders.
3
Lender
Lender offer
Receive tailored financing terms for your specific license or performance bond.
4
Lender
Bond issuance
Complete your paperwork and secure the bond to start your project.

Contractor-specific lenders

  • Lenders familiar with construction and trade requirements.
  • Fast surety bond approval for 2026 bidding deadlines.

Credit flexibility

  • Options available for credit scores below 650.
  • We focus on your project history and operational viability.

Transparent terms

  • Fixed interest rates available for 2026 terms.
  • Clear breakdown of fees and no hidden collateral requirements.
Why this exists

Why the usual lenders say no.

Your revenue is real. The problem is the form. Here is why traditional underwriting turns away healthy operators in this space, and what we do differently.

01

Low personal credit

Banks often deny applicants with scores below 680 due to strict risk policies.

Our partners look at your project history and contract profitability instead.
02

New business history

Lenders fear the unknown with startups or first-time contractors.

We focus on the specific contract value and your technical certifications.
03

High bond amount

Large bonds exceed standard automated underwriting limits.

We use tiered financing structures to distribute risk among multiple lenders.
Composite scenarios

What a funded request actually looks like.

Composite illustrative scenarios, not specific borrowers. Each is built from the kinds of requests this niche routinely sees.

Illustrative Texas · Performance Bond
$150K

General Contractor

Commercial project performance bond required for state contract.

Illustrative New York · License Bond
$10K

HVAC Installer

Municipal license bond compliance for annual permit renewal.

Illustrative California · Bid Bond
$75K

Electrical Sub

Heavy industrial contract bidding for regional energy site.

Illustrative Florida · Performance Bond
$250K

Road Paving Co

State highway performance requirement for road repairs.

How we label illustrative scenarios →

Protect your crew

General liability insurance

Once your bond is in place, protect your operations from lawsuits and property damage with our partner liability coverage.

Questions we get asked

Frequently asked.

Many specialized lenders prioritize the viability of the contract over your personal credit score. We connect you with underwriters who review the job's profitability and your past project completion record to approve financing for bonds ranging from $5,000 to $500,000.

What are you looking for?

Pick the option that fits your situation — we'll take you to the right place.