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A Performance Bond guarantees a contractor’s faithful performance of the terms of a written contract, whether for furnishing supplies or construction projects. These bonds often include additional protections such as payment bonds (covering labor and materials) and maintenance bond obligations, providing comprehensive coverage for project owners and investors. Allstar Surety Bonds, a division of Allstar Financial Group, is a national, full-service surety Managing General Underwriter offering a wide range of contractor bond solutions. As a trusted resource for independent insurance agents and brokers, Allstar specializes in both standard and non-standard surety markets, backed by flexible underwriting and responsive service. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program is designed for licensed contractors and builders with performance obligations under public or private contracts. Whether your client is a general contractor handling a state-funded infrastructure project or a subcontractor providing specialty services on a commercial build, Allstar can help place the right bond solution. You might have a client bidding on a municipal road improvement project in Ohio or a contractor supplying materials for a commercial development in Pennsylvania. These are excellent fits for Allstar’s Performance Bond program. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Performance Bonds with optional Payment and Maintenance Bond coverage Access to a full suite of contract surety bonds including bid, license, permit, site improvement, and subdivision bonds Underwritten through A.M. Best-rated and U.S. Treasury-listed carriers Competitive pricing and fast turnaround times Local offices for responsive, personalized service Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Allstar offers flexible terms and conditions designed to accommodate both standard and hard-to-place risks. Minimum premiums vary depending on the size and complexity of the bond request. Submissions should include contract details, financials, and relevant experience to expedite underwriting. Territories and Availability This program is available in most states, including KY, MD, MO, NJ, OH, PA, SD, and WV. Allstar works with Companion, American Southern, and Knightbrook to deliver admitted solutions in these regions, subject to market availability. Why Work With Allstar Financial Group With decades of experience in surety bonding, Allstar understands the urgency and complexity of contractor needs. Their dedicated underwriters provide quick responses, flexible structures, and access to multiple markets to help you place more business. Whether your client is a seasoned contractor or a new entrant with a solid opportunity, Allstar can help you deliver the right performance bond solution. Let Allstar be your preferred contract surety bond source. Contact one of our underwriters today! Frequently Asked Questions What types of accounts are a good fit for this Performance Bond program?Licensed contractors and subcontractors bidding on public or private construction projects, especially those in KY, MD, MO, NJ, OH, PA, SD, and WV, are excellent fits for this program. What supporting documents are needed for a Performance Bond submission?Typical submissions should include the contract agreement, project details, financial statements, and the contractor’s experience history. Are maintenance or payment bonds available as part of this program?Yes, Allstar Surety can include payment and maintenance bond coverage along with the primary performance bond as needed. How fast can Allstar issue a Performance Bond?Allstar is known for quick turnaround times, especially when complete submissions are provided. Local offices help ensure responsive service. Do you accept accounts that don’t qualify for standard surety markets?Yes, Allstar offers solutions for both standard and non-standard risks, with flexible underwriting to meet a wide range of client needs. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

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Restaurant Insurance Allstar Financial Group, through its specialized division Allstar Underwriters, offers a Restaurant Insurance Program built for restaurants of all sizes and service models. Designed for independent agents and brokers, the program delivers flexible property, casualty, liquor liability, and umbrella solutions tailored to common restaurant exposures — from small cafés to full-service venues with liquor sales or heavy equipment needs. Our small business solutions platform makes quoting and binding straightforward. We work with multiple excess & surplus (E&S) carriers and provide both supported and unsupported umbrella options. Coverage is available in most Southeastern states and is often offered on a non-admitted basis to maximize market access and capacity. Ideal Accounts and Appetite This program fits a wide range of food service operations, including: Full-service and casual dining restaurants Quick-service and fast-casual concepts Locations with on-premises liquor sales Franchise groups and independent operators You might place a newly opened bistro with liquor service in Georgia or a multi-location café operator in North Carolina — both are typical fits for this program. Coverage Highlights and Advantages Property Coverage: Total Insured Value (TIV) up to $5 million per location Available as monoline or as part of a packaged policy No-coinsurance options where risk characteristics allow Optional enhancements such as equipment breakdown Casualty Coverage: Primary limits up to $5 million per occurrence/aggregate Minimum general liability premiums starting at $500 Project-specific policies and per-location aggregates available Options to cover uninsured subcontractors where needed Available enhancements: Blanket additional insured endorsements Waiver of subrogation Primary and non-contributory wording Per project or per location aggregate structures Hired & Non-Owned Auto (select classes) Miscellaneous professional liability (select classes) Liquor Liability Coverage: Limits available from $100,000/$100,000 up to $1 million/$2 million Can be written monoline or packaged with GL/property Assault and battery coverage follows the general liability form Available in NC, SC, GA, TN, and VA Umbrella Coverage: Limits up to $5 million Minimum premiums from $750 Available on supported and unsupported bases Underlying auto and GL carriers should carry an AM Best rating of A-VI or better Employers liability on umbrella requires a minimum AM Best rating of B++ Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums Minimums vary by line and class; general liability often starts at $500 while umbrella typically starts at $750. Underwriting focuses on class code, location, revenue and payroll, liquor exposure, fire and cooking-protection measures, and any prior loss history. Optional endorsements help you meet contract requirements for contractors, landlords, or event venues. Territories and Availability The Restaurant Insurance Program is available in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Most products are placed on a non-admitted basis through multiple E&S carriers to widen appetite and capacity across the region. Why Work With Allstar Financial Group Allstar Financial Group is a Managing General Underwriter (MGU) and Excess & Surplus Lines Broker with deep specialty expertise in restaurant exposures. Agents benefit from market access to multiple carriers, a focus on quick turnaround, and underwriting that understands the operational nuances of food service — from liquor operations to equipment-heavy kitchens and multi-location programs. Our team prioritizes ease of placement and responsive support when accounts have contract or certificate requirements. If you have a restaurant account with unique exposures — liquor liability, significant cooking equipment, or multi-location needs — Allstar can provide flexible, market-driven options backed by experienced underwriting partners. Frequently Asked Questions What types of restaurant accounts are eligible for this program?This program serves a broad spectrum of restaurants, including full-service, fast-casual, quick-service, and establishments with liquor sales. Both franchise and independent operators are considered. Is liquor liability coverage available?Yes. Liquor liability can be written monoline or packaged with other lines in NC, SC, GA, TN, and VA, with limits up to $1 million/$2 million. Can I submit accounts that need both property and GL coverage?Yes. The program supports monoline placements and packaged policies to combine property, general liability, liquor liability, and umbrella as needed. What are the general premium requirements?Minimum premiums vary by line. General liability often begins around $500 and umbrella coverage around $750; final pricing is based on class, location, limits, and loss history. Which states is this program available in?Coverage is available in AL, GA, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, and VA. Need help placing an account? Connect with a market specialist.

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