A big part of the working capital that helps Kansas open its doors, invest in new projects and grow its workforce comes from long-term investments by life insurers. Our companies have invested $53 billion in Kansas with agricultural loans, education bonds, residential and retail mortgages and more. We are here to strengthen businesses and communities across the Sunflower State.
Investing in Agriculture
With agricultural mortgage loan investments in Gray, Hamilton, Neosha, Greeley counties totaling $175 million, life insurers are providing vital financing to the state’s farmers.
Investing in Apartments/Multifamily
Life insurers have invested $993 million in mortgage loans for apartment buildings in Wichita, Lawrence, Topeka and other cities in the state, helping individuals and families call Kansas “home.”
Investing in Retail
Nearly a quarter of the jobs in The Sunflower State are supported by the retail industry, according to the National Retail Federation. Life insurers strongly support retail. They have provided $777 million in mortgage financing in Kansas City, Manhattan, McPherson and other cities.
Investing in Education
School districts in Sedgwick, Johnson, Miami and other counties received $276 million in financing from life insurers. These bond purchases result in safer schools and enhanced technologies to prepare Kansas students for the future.
Investing in Infrastructure
With $105 million invested in bonds issued by utilities and another $219 million invested in bonds issued by the state transportation department, life insurers are helping finance infrastructure improvements throughout Kansas.
Investing in Industry
Life insurers have provided a total $558 million in mortgage loans for industries in Kansas City, Wichita and Topeka.