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Hagerty announces non-binding LOI with Markel; will assume 100% of premium, pay 2% fronting fee from 2026
Hagerty, Inc.
- Effective Jan 1, 2026, Hagerty Re will control 100% of premium and assume 100% of underwriting risk, paying Markel a 2% fronting fee.
- New arrangement expands Hagerty's underwriting and claims authorities to maximum permitted by law.
- Accounting impact: commission revenue from MGA to Markel eliminated; certain policy acquisition costs capitalized from Q1 2026.
- Arrangement is non-binding, subject to definitive documentation and regulatory approvals; no assurance of completion.
- CEO McKeel Hagerty: arrangement positions for better profitability and operational control with no disruption to policyholders.
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