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831(b) companies: electing to succeed

Organising a small property and casualty insurance company with section 831(b) tax treatment—a 831(b) company—can be a powerful solution to a closely held business’s insurance needs, says Charles J. Lavelle.   1 January 1970

Bermuda analysis

The mood music deepens (regulation and corporate governance)

As the mood music for global corporate governance and regulation develops, Bermuda responds to the changing beat .   1 January 1970

USA analysis

Nevis: continued evolution

Nevis’ natural beauty and responsive regulatory environment have spurred impressive captive growth as the island climbs into the top echelons of captive domiciles.   1 January 1970

USA analysis

Collateral trusts: overcoming approval hurdles

Collateral trusts are a competitive alternative to letters of credit, but carrier acceptance remains a hurdle in the process. Here the issues behind securing the green light are addressed.   1 January 1970

Actuarial & underwriting

Adding in another line

Captive parents are increasingly considering adding additional and more complex lines to the roster. What lines can they potentially add and what are the benefits of doing so?   1 January 1970

Regional titles

A real Southern welcome (South Carolina)

A pro-business outlook, an experienced regulatory bench and a top four domicile by captive numbers, South Carolina has all the welcome you would expect from the South, and that little bit more.   1 January 1970

Cayman analysis

Cayman: onwards and upwards

Richard Coles, chairman of Cayman Finance, outlines the success of another sterling year for the Islands’ captive sector and looks forward to this year’s Cayman Captive Forum.   1 January 1970

Analysis

A tempest in a teacup?

With Solvency II imminent, US captives are watching Europe’s new regulatory regime with interest. Some believe its implications will be significant. Some are convinced otherwise. US Captive addresses both sides.   1 January 1970

EMEA analysis

Malta: European but distinct

Malta is faring well as a leading European domicile. Here Dr Matthew Bianchi outlines the island’s continuing success.   1 January 1970

Analysis

Obamacare: bedding in

With a second term finally won, Obama looks set to continue with his great healthcare project. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will have implications for the captive sector, in Cayman and beyond.   1 January 1970

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