The Republic Group Now Writing Personal, Commercial Lines in Ark.

The Republic Group (Republic), based in Dallas, has entered the personal lines market in Arkansas, the company announced. Republic entered the state with its commercial lines products in December 2007.

Republic companies will distribute homeowners, dwelling fire, commercial lines, and farm and ranch products in Arkansas through independent agents and an affiliated general agency, Southern States General Agency Inc.

Parker W. Rush, president and chief executive officer of the Republic companies, said his company’s products have been tailored for Arkansas and they are ready to compete in the state.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Republic traces its roots to 1903. The financial strength of each company of The Republic Group is recognized by A.M. Best Company as “A-“(Excellent).

Source: The Republic Group, www.republicgroup.com