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Iowa Investment Adviser Surety Bonds

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The State of Iowa Insurance Division (IID) has the duty to enforce the Uniform Securities Act which includes prohibiting fraudulent securities transactions and registration and licensing of investment advisers. Iowa Code Chapter 502 provides details of the Investment Adviser duties and requirements.


Surety Bond and Registration Requirements:

  1. Payment of a filing fee and application for registration through IARD with any required attachments.
  2. If the applicant has discretion of client funds, the business net worth must be a minimum of $35,000.
  3. A copy of the applicants most recent audited financial statement.
  4. Annual renewal of license must be completed by November 30.
  5. If the applicant will have custody of client funds, the business net worth must be a minimum of $35,000 and a surety bond may be required if the Administrator of the Insurance Division deems it to be necessary.
  6. If the applicant has neither discretion or custody of client funds, the business net worth must be a minimum of $10,000.
  7. De Minimis- if the applicant physical business address is out of state and has fewer than five clients, they are exempt from registering.

How Much Will This Bond Cost?

The premium that you pay for an Iowa Investment Adviser Surety Bond is based on credit and bond amount required. Our rates start at 1.5% of the bond amount with good credit. Contact our Surety Bond Specialists for a free quote.

Related Links:

Iowa Investment Adviser License Information
IARD License System

More Surety Bond Questions?

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