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What Is a Florida Mobile Home Bond?

In Florida, mobile home manufacturers, installers and dealers must get surety bonds to follow state rules and protect consumers. These bonds serve as financial guarantees that businesses will adhere to the legal and contractual obligations associated with their operations.

How Much Do Florida Mobile Home Bonds Cost?

The cost of a mobile home bond in Florida varies based on several factors, including the bond amount and your credit score. Here are the typical costs for each type of bond:

  • Mobile Home Installer Bond: Starts at $100, exact premiums are prorated. No application required. 
  • Mobile Home Dealer Bond: Starts at $250. Credit-based application.
  • Mobile Home Manufacturer Bond: Starts at $500. Credit-based application.

Florida mobile home bond premiums are typically 1–3% of the total bond amount for applicants with strong financial credentials.

Bond Type
$5,000Mobile Home Installer Bond
$25,000Mobile Home Dealer Bond
$50,000Mobile Home Manufacturer Bond

Types of Florida Mobile Home Bonds

There are three different types of Florida mobile home bonds, each serving a specific purpose and with distinct requirements.

$25,000 Mobile Home Dealer Bond

This bond ensures that Florida mobile home dealers adhere to the terms of any contract concerning the sale or exchange of mobile homes. It protects against fraud, warranty failures and the sale of stolen mobile homes. 

$5,000 Mobile Home Installer Bond

This bond ensures that mobile home installers follow Florida laws when setting up and weather-sealing manufactured homes. It guarantees reimbursement for any losses or damages caused by faulty installation work up to the $5,000 bond limit.

$50,000 Mobile Home Manufacturer Bond

This bond ensures that Florida mobile home manufacturers follow the conditions of contracts related to the manufacture or sale of mobile homes. It protects consumers from any financial loss resulting from violations of Florida Statutes Chapter 319 or  Florida Statutes Chapter 320.

How Do I Get a Florida Mobile Home Bond?

SuretyBonds.com provides the easiest and fastest process for getting a Florida mobile home bond.

For Installers: You can purchase your bond online instantly and complete the process in minutes.

For Dealers and Manufacturers: Follow these steps to obtain your bond:

  1. Apply: Submit your application at SuretyBonds.com.
  2. Quote: Receive your bond quote within one business day.
  3. Purchase: Complete your purchase through our secure, online checkout.

All three bond types need to be filed with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles office at the address below.

Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles

2900 Apalachee Parkway

Room A312, Mailstop #65

Tallahassee, FL 32399-0500

(850) 617-3003 

How to Become a Licensed Mobile Home Dealer in Florida

To get your mobile home dealer license in Florida, you’ll need to submit the following required documents to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

  • Approved Business Location: Obtain approval from a regional office for your business location.
  • Application Form: Fill out and submit the required application form.
  • Application Fee: Pay the $300 application fee.
  • Lease or Proof of Ownership: Provide a copy of your lease or proof of ownership for the business location.
  • Pre-Licensing Dealer Training Course Completion Certificate: Submit a copy of your certificate proving completion of a pre-licensing dealer training course.
  • Sales Tax Number: Provide your sales tax identification number.

How to Become a Licensed Mobile Home Installer in Florida

To get your mobile home installer license, you’ll need to provide the following required documents to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

  • License Application: Submit a completed mobile home installer license application.
  • License and Application Fees: Pay the $200 license and application fees.
  • Surety Bond: Obtain a $5,000 surety bond.
  • Certificate of Insurance: Provide a certificate of insurance with coverage of $100,000.
  • Training Course Certificate: Submit a copy of your Mobile Home Installation Training Course completion certificate.
  • Exam Results: Provide original results from the Mobile Home Installer Examination.
  • Mobile Home Installation Decal Order Form: Complete and submit the decal order form.

How to Become a Licensed Mobile Home Manufacturer in Florida

To get your mobile home manufacturer license, you’ll need to provide the following required documents to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

  • License Application: Fill out and submit the license application for mobile home manufacturers.
  • Current Financial Statement: Provide a current financial statement.
  • Product Warranty: Submit a copy of the product warranty for the mobile homes you manufacture.
  • List of Dealers: Provide a list of dealers who sell your mobile homes.
  • License Fee: Pay the non-refundable $300 license fee.
  • Photos of Vehicles and Parts: Submit photos of the vehicles and parts used in manufacturing.
  • Certification from the Division of Corporations: Include a copy of your certification from the Division of Corporations.

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