"Foremost Insurance Group continues to build national recognition for the variety of coverages available for Trusted Choice independent insurance agents to offer their customers across the country," said Robert Rusbuldt, IIABA president and chief executive officer.

Last week, IIABA announced that Union Mutual joined the program. Union Mutual Fire Insurance Company and New England Guaranty Insurance Company offer a complete line of competitively-priced, personal and commercial policies throughout New England for more than 100,000 policyholders.

Union provides individual insurance to protect homes, automobiles and personal belongings as well as the risk of loss associated with personal liability. For small to mid-sized businesses, it offers coverage to protect property, earnings and liabilities associated with a commercial enterprise. Union also provides personal and commercial umbrella liability coverage, inland marine coverage for personal belongings and flood insurance for homeowners.

Union Mutual of Vermont Companies consist of Union Mutual Fire Insurance Company and New England Guaranty Insurance Company, both headquartered in Montpelier, Vt., as well as an affiliated company, Eastern Mutual Insurance Company, located in Greenville, N.Y. The three companies write property and casualty insurance in New England and New York.

Dave Evans, Trusted Choice executive director said in a statement that, "By joining the Trusted Choice brand, Union is making an investment in its future and the independent insurance agency system while building on a reputation for providing excellent, personalized customer service."