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AIG to Buy Hartford Broker-Dealer Woodbury Financial Services
By Arthur D. PostalThe agreement is expected to close by the end of 2012, subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions, according to Liam E. McGee, the Hartford's chairman, president and CEO.
August 01, 2012
AIG Advisor Group and Woodbury Upbeat on Retention, Sales After DealThe AIG group, led by Larry Roth, plans further acquisitions in the independent space; the recently announced deal could add 1,400 reps to the 4,400-advisor firm.
August 01, 2012
Torchmark Buys Privately Held Insurer For $218.5MLife and health insurer Torchmark Corp. said Wednesday that it will buy a privately held insurer, Family Heritage Life Insurance Co. of America, for $218.5 million.
August 01, 2012
Torchmark Buys Privately Held Insurer For $218.5MLife and health insurer Torchmark Corp. said Wednesday that it will buy a privately held insurer, Family Heritage Life Insurance Co. of America, for $218.5 million.
August 01, 2012
The Ideal Annuity BuyerDont only look for individuals interested in buying an annuity. Rather, seek out individuals whose dominant buying motive is best solved with an annuity.
August 01, 2012
The Ideal Annuity BuyerDont only look for individuals interested in buying an annuity. Rather, seek out individuals whose dominant buying motive is best solved with an annuity.
August 01, 2012
Asian millionaires firing bankers take control of wealth (Bloomberg)A June report from Boston Consulting Group found managers at banks in Asia have full discretion over 4% of clients assetsdown from 7% in 2006.
August 01, 2012
Rising home prices show traction in housing recovery (Reuters)Compared to last year, prices declined just 0.7%the smallest drop since year-over-year prices last increased in September 2010.