This is a legal form that was released by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services - a government authority operating within Michigan. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form FIS0517?
A: Form FIS0517 is an alternative bond in lieu of a Michigan based trust account.
Q: What is a Michigan based trust account?
A: A Michigan based trust account is a type of financial account used for holding client funds in trust by certain professionals like attorneys and real estate agents in Michigan.
Q: What is an alternative bond?
A: An alternative bond is a financial guarantee provided by a bonding company in place of a Michigan based trust account.
Q: Why would someone choose an alternative bond?
A: Someone may choose an alternative bond if they are unable or unwilling to open a Michigan based trust account but still need to provide a financial guarantee for their clients' funds.
Q: How does Form FIS0517 work?
A: Form FIS0517 is the official form to be completed and submitted to the State of Michigan to request approval for using an alternative bond instead of a Michigan based trust account.
Form Details:
Download a fillable version of Form FIS0517 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services.