UNITED FIRE GROUP
118 Second Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52407
(800) 828-2705 o FAX: (800) 942-1176
Cal Mook
www.unitedfiregroup.comPercent of business in Illinois by line:
Commercial: 77%
Personal: 21%
Life/Annuity: 2%Are you currently appointing new agents? On a very limited/selective basis.
What type of agency is your company looking for? Agencies that have proven history of profitability, solid growth pattern & potential for future growth.
What are your premium volume requirements? Property & Casualty written premium volume of $150,000; Life is $5,000 of earned calendar year commissions.
Are you currently doing any niche marketing program? We are not a niche marketing type company.
What is your company's most aggressive line of business? Small package automotive related risks and artisan contractors.
Do you use credit scoring? We use credit scoring for new business as only a part of our underwriting process.
Do you currently download/upload with your agencies? Yes, personal lines only.
What methods do you use to distribute your insurance products? We are committed exclusively to Independent Agents distribution system.
What makes your company stand out from all the rest in Illinois? Why would an agent want to contract with your company? We have a profit sharing plan that performs well if the agency is profitable and grows. We feel we have the ability to be flexible and develop long lasting relationships.