A big part of the working capital that helps Montana open its doors to families, invest in new projects and grow its workforce comes from long-term investments by life insurers. Our companies have invested $18 billion in Montana’s economy with agricultural loans, education bonds, residential and retail mortgages and more. We are here to strengthen communities and families across the Treasure State.
- $15 billion in stocks and bonds that help finance business development and create new jobs
- $3 billion in real estate, loans and other investments
- $744 million in mortgage loans on farms, residential, and commercial property
Investing in Agriculture
In Beaverhead, Custer, Chouteau and other counties throughout the
state, life insurers have invested $444 million in agricultural mortgage
loans in recent years.
Investing in Retail
Life insurers have invested $52 million in mortgages in Helena,
Bozeman and Missoula, helping boutiques, antique shops, department
stores and more serve Montana residents and out-of-state tourists.
Investing in Education
Montana students may not know it, but they benefit from life insurer
investments. Some $115 million in education bonds have been
purchased by life insurers – bonds offered by the University of
Montana, Montana State University, the Yellowstone County School
District and more.
Investing in Healthcare
Life insurers have provided $209 million in financing to the Montana
Facility Finance Authority, the primary issuer of municipal bonds for
health care organizations in the state.
Investing in Residential
Families in Kalispell, Great Falls and Billings and around the state are
able to call Montana “home” in part because of financing from life
insurers – they’ve provided $53 million in mortgages in the state in
recent years.
Investing in Office Space
Life insurers recognize the importance of business and commerce in
the Big Sky State. They have provided $23 million in financing in
recent years for office space in Daniels County, Billings and Missoula.