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Allstate's acquisition of the CNA personal lines business creates powerful opportunities for growth. Allstate is the only major competitor in this segment selling a dedicated brand exclusively through the independent agency channel. And Allstate's capital strength, leadership and commitment to personal lines offer great potential synergies for its independent agency business. Allstate also offers non-standard auto insurance to independent agents through Deerbrook Insurance. The goal is to drive the combination of CNA Personal Insurance and Deerbrook to the leadership position in this important market.

"I like selling CNA Personal Insurance because it fits the needs of many of my clients," says Ken Miller [left] of Tegner-Miller Insurance Brokers, located in Santa Monica, California. He is one of almost 4,000 independent agents countrywide who offer CNA Personal Insurance, which was acquired by Allstate in 1999. CNA's package policy, stellar claim handling and competitive pricing and underwriting are all reasons why Tegner-Miller has offered CNA for more than 30 years. Miller is shown with Fred Freeman, a TV and movie writer/producer, who has been a Tegner-Miller client and CNA customer since 1989. "The combination of CNA and Tegner-Miller has been terrific," Freeman says.

As part of its strategy to become the leading provider of personal lines insurance in the $45 billion independent agency market, Allstate in 1999 acquired the CNA personal lines business, which includes auto, renter, homeowner and other personal lines insurance. Many consumers prefer to shop for their personal lines of insurance through independent agents, because of their reputation for providing independent advice and having a broad selection of insurance carriers from which to choose. CNA has long been a leader in the independent agency market.