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10-Q

UTG INC (UTGN)

10-Q 2021-08-13 For: 2021-06-30
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021

OR

☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from _____________ to ____________

Commission File No. 000-16867

UTG, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 20-2907892
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
205 North Depot Street
Stanford, KY 40484
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (217) 241-6300

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Name of each exchange on which registered
None None

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

Title of class

Common Stock, stated value $.001 per share

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ⌧  No □

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulations S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes ⌧ No □

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or emerging growth company.  See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer □ Accelerated filer □
Non-accelerated filer □ Smaller reporting company ☒
Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. □

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).  Yes ☐    No ☒

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

The number of shares outstanding of the registrant’s common stock as of July 31, 2021 was 3,170,293.

UTG, Inc.

(The “Company”)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I.   Financial Information 4
Item 1.  Financial Statements 4
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets 4
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations 5
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) 6
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity 7
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows 9
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements 10
Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations 23
Item 4.  Controls and Procedures 29
PART II.  Other Information 30
Item 1.  Legal Proceedings 30
Item 1A. Risk Factors 30
Item 2.  Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds 30
Item 3.  Defaults Upon Senior Securities 30
Item 4.  Mine Safety Disclosures 30
Item 5.  Other Information 30
Item 6.  Exhibits 30
Signatures 31

Part 1.   Financial Information.

Item 1.  Financial Statements.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)

December 31, 2020*
ASSETS
Investments:
Investments available for sale:
Fixed maturities, at fair value (amortized cost 131,085,585 and 146,017,864) 146,250,065 $ 165,779,997
Equity securities, at fair value (cost 61,058,683 and 36,833,795) 121,154,900 78,075,187
Equity securities, at cost 14,543,343 14,389,189
Mortgage loans on real estate at amortized cost 13,985,960 20,802,365
Investment real estate 35,298,846 38,086,391
Notes receivable 23,100,967 17,682,296
Policy loans 8,483,130 8,590,524
Total investments 362,817,211 343,405,949
Cash and cash equivalents 30,980,881 39,025,754
Accrued investment income 1,326,810 1,341,643
Reinsurance receivables:
Future policy benefits 25,043,878 25,267,920
Policy claims and other benefits 3,965,697 3,988,088
Cost of insurance acquired 3,743,626 4,101,471
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation 310,322 348,170
Income tax receivable 803,265 0
Other assets 652,821 1,577,098
Total assets 429,644,511 $ 419,056,093
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Liabilities:
Policy liabilities and accruals:
Future policyholder benefits 239,471,396 $ 243,990,881
Policy claims and benefits payable 4,588,575 4,169,569
Other policyholder funds 353,451 365,761
Dividend and endowment accumulations 14,745,229 14,836,158
Income taxes payable 0 268,497
Deferred income taxes 15,960,900 12,995,714
Trading securities, at fair value (proceeds 652 and 11,246) 675 12,219
Other liabilities 5,059,652 5,275,803
Total liabilities 280,179,878 281,914,602
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock - no par value, stated value 0.001 per share.  Authorized 7,000,000 shares - 3,173,009 and 3,175,564 shares outstanding 3,174 3,176
Additional paid-in capital 32,956,587 33,025,018
Retained earnings 104,035,750 88,068,284
Accumulated other comprehensive income 11,952,095 15,584,241
Total UTG shareholders' equity 148,947,606 136,680,719
Noncontrolling interests 517,027 460,772
Total shareholders' equity 149,464,633 137,141,491
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 429,644,511 $ 419,056,093

All values are in US Dollars.

* Balance sheet audited at December 31, 2020.

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30, June 30, June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Revenue:
Premiums and policy fees $ 2,296,481 $ 2,379,976 $ 4,595,544 $ 4,735,731
Ceded reinsurance premiums and policy fees (696,061 ) (690,036 ) (1,288,535 ) (1,370,476 )
Net investment income 2,082,359 3,021,654 4,042,026 5,851,840
Other income 94,470 93,772 189,205 152,814
Revenue before net investment gains (losses) 3,777,249 4,805,366 7,538,240 9,369,909
Net investment gains (losses):
Other-than-temporary impairments (411,584 ) 0 (411,584 ) 0
Other realized investment gains, net 4,287,461 (1,978,846 ) 4,432,507 (2,095,846 )
Change in fair value of equity securities 195,136 16,704,460 20,375,015 (688,477 )
Total net investment gains (losses) 4,071,013 14,725,614 24,395,938 (2,784,323 )
Total revenue 7,848,262 19,530,980 31,934,178 6,585,586
Benefits and other expenses:
Benefits, claims and settlement expenses:
Life 4,025,758 3,422,177 8,020,609 6,962,538
Ceded reinsurance benefits and claims (577,515 ) (353,168 ) (986,666 ) (988,111 )
Annuity 255,538 259,049 493,093 491,537
Dividends to policyholders 86,476 92,005 174,284 186,320
Commissions and amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs (30,754 ) (28,559 ) (56,908 ) (63,676 )
Amortization of cost of insurance acquired 179,102 186,212 357,845 372,425
Operating expenses 1,734,156 1,703,606 3,837,533 3,690,298
Total benefits and other expenses 5,672,761 5,281,322 11,839,790 10,651,331
Income (loss) before income taxes 2,175,501 14,249,658 20,094,388 (4,065,745 )
Income tax (benefit) expense 350,499 2,504,024 4,070,667 (864,558 )
Net income (loss) 1,825,002 11,745,634 16,023,721 (3,201,187 )
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests (26,502 ) (33,514 ) (56,255 ) (65,754 )
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders $ 1,798,500 $ 11,712,120 $ 15,967,466 $ (3,266,941 )
Amounts attributable to common shareholders
Basic income (loss) per share $ 0.57 $ 3.58 $ 5.03 $ (1.00 )
Diluted income (loss) per share $ 0.57 $ 3.58 $ 5.03 $ (1.00 )
Basic weighted average shares outstanding 3,175,027 3,272,715 3,176,012 3,273,395
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding 3,175,027 3,272,715 3,176,012 3,273,395

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30, June 30, June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Net income (loss) $ 1,825,002 $ 11,745,634 $ 16,023,721 $ (3,201,187 )
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period, pre-tax 2,505,067 6,595,986 (4,975,001 ) 8,068,851
Tax (expense) benefit on unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during the period (526,064 ) (1,385,157 ) 1,044,750 (1,694,459 )
Unrealized holding gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax 1,979,003 5,210,829 (3,930,251 ) 6,374,392
Less reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses included in net income 377,348 53,260 377,348 (338,223 )
Tax expense (benefit) for gains included in net income (loss) (79,243 ) (11,185 ) (79,243 ) 71,027
Reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses included in net income, net of tax 298,105 42,075 298,105 (267,196 )
Subtotal: Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 2,277,108 5,252,904 (3,632,146 ) 6,107,196
Comprehensive income (loss) 4,102,110 16,998,538 12,391,575 2,906,009
Less comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests (26,502 ) (33,514 ) (56,255 ) (65,754 )
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to UTG, Inc. $ 4,075,608 $ 16,965,024 $ 12,335,320 $ 2,840,255

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended June 30, 2021 Common Stock Additional Paid-In Capital Retained Earnings Accumulated Other<br><br>Comprehensive Income Noncontrolling Interest Total Shareholders’ Equity
Balance at March 31, 2021 $ 3,178 $ 33,065,925 $ 102,237,250 $ 9,674,987 $ 490,525 $ 145,471,865
Common stock issued during year 1 16,772 0 0 0 16,773
Treasury shares acquired (5 ) (126,110 ) 0 0 0 (126,115 )
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders 0 0 1,798,500 0 0 1,798,500
Unrealized holding income on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes 0 0 0 2,277,108 0 2,277,108
Contributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Distributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest 0 0 0 0 26,502 26,502
Balance at June 30, 2021 $ 3,174 $ 32,956,587 $ 104,035,750 $ 11,952,095 $ 517,027 $ 149,464,633
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 Common Stock Additional Paid-In Capital Retained Earnings Accumulated Other<br><br>Comprehensive Income Noncontrolling Interest Total Shareholders’ Equity
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Balance at December 31, 2020 $ 3,176 $ 33,025,018 $ 88,068,284 $ 15,584,241 $ 460,772 $ 137,141,491
Common stock issued during year 7 170,531 0 0 0 170,538
Treasury shares acquired (9 ) (238,962 ) 0 0 0 (238,971 )
Net income (loss) attributable to common shareholders 0 0 15,967,466 0 0 15,967,466
Unrealized holding income on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes 0 0 0 (3,632,146 ) 0 (3,632,146 )
Contributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Distributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest 0 0 0 0 56,255 56,255
Balance at June 30, 2021 $ 3,174 $ 32,956,587 $ 104,035,750 $ 11,952,095 $ 517,027 $ 149,464,633

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended June 30, 2020 Common Stock Additional Paid-In Capital Retained Earnings Accumulated Other<br><br>Comprehensive Income Noncontrolling Interest Total Shareholders’ Equity
Balance at March 31, 2020 $ 3,276 $ 35,903,350 $ 71,000,617 $ 9,832,206 $ 555,874 $ 117,295,323
Common stock issued during year 1 16,739 0 0 0 16,740
Treasury shares acquired (5 ) (139,449 ) 0 0 0 (139,454 )
Net income attributable to common shareholders 0 0 11,712,120 0 0 11,712,120
Unrealized holding income on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes 0 0 0 5,252,904 0 5,252,904
Contributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Distributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest 0 0 0 0 33,514 33,514
Balance at June 30, 2020 $ 3,272 $ 35,780,640 $ 82,712,737 $ 15,085,110 $ 589,388 $ 134,171,147
Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 Common Stock Additional Paid-In Capital Retained Earnings Accumulated Other<br><br>Comprehensive Income Noncontrolling Interest Total Shareholders’ Equity
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Balance at December 31, 2019 $ 3,279 $ 36,012,401 $ 85,979,678 $ 8,977,914 $ 523,634 $ 131,496,906
Common stock issued during year 7 218,282 0 0 0 218,289
Treasury shares acquired (14 ) (450,043 ) 0 0 0 (450,057 )
Net income attributable to common shareholders 0 0 (3,266,941 ) 0 0 (3,266,941 )
Unrealized holding income on securities net of noncontrolling interest and reclassification adjustment and taxes 0 0 0 6,107,196 0 6,107,196
Contributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Distributions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Gain attributable to noncontrolling interest 0 0 0 0 65,754 65,754
Balance at June 30, 2020 $ 3,272 $ 35,780,640 $ 82,712,737 $ 15,085,110 $ 589,388 $ 134,171,147

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2021 2020
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income (loss) $ 16,023,721 $ (3,201,187)
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:
Amortization (accretion) of investments 27,843 (58,394)
Other-than-temporary impairments 411,584 0
Realized investment gains (losses), net (4,432,507) 2,095,846
Change in fair value of equity securities (20,375,015) 688,477
Unrealized trading (gains) losses included in income (950) 0
Realized trading (gains) losses included in income (18,304) 0
Amortization of cost of insurance acquired 357,845 372,425
Depreciation and depletion 1,260,915 239,510
Stock-based compensation 170,538 218,289
Charges for mortality and administration of universal life and annuity products (3,216,269) (3,164,512)
Interest credited to account balances 1,970,895 2,012,606
Change in accrued investment income 14,833 151,566
Change in reinsurance receivables 246,433 646,537
Change in policy liabilities and accruals (2,293,954) (2,219,077)
Change in income taxes receivable (payable) (1,071,762) 472,319
Change in other assets and liabilities, net 4,632,604 (3,142,189)
Net cash used in operating activities (6,291,550) (4,887,784)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Proceeds from investments sold and matured:
Fixed maturities available for sale 14,542,087 12,253,350
Equity securities 5,161,155 16,186,805
Trading securities 241 0
Mortgage loans 7,569,346 230,116
Real estate 4,350,324 3,418,671
Notes receivable 581,329 3,333,296
Policy loans 559,398 713,241
Short-term investments 0 6,000,000
Total proceeds from investments sold and matured 32,763,880 42,135,479
Cost of investments acquired:
Fixed maturities available for sale (20,000) (9,038,928)
Equity securities (24,990,946) (10,286,666)
Trading securities (358) 0
Mortgage loans (747,941) (5,098,138)
Real estate (1,402,593) 0
Notes receivable (6,000,000) (3,500,000)
Policy loans (452,004) (618,465)
Short-term investments 0 (7,890,228)
Total cost of investments acquired (33,613,842) (36,432,425)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (849,962) 5,703,054
Cash flows from financing activities:
Policyholder contract deposits 2,343,191 2,283,017
Policyholder contract withdrawals (3,007,581) (2,118,404)
Purchase of treasury stock (238,971) (450,057)
Net cash used in financing activities (903,361) (285,444)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (8,044,873) 529,826
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 39,025,754 28,787,629
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 30,980,881 $ 29,317,455

See accompanying notes.

UTG, Inc.

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

(Unaudited)

Note 1 – Basis of Presentation

The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2021, which has been derived from audited consolidated financial statements, and the unaudited interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of UTG, Inc. (the “Parent”) and its subsidiaries (collectively with the Parent, the “Company”).  All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.  The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 8 of regulation S-X.  Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and notes required by GAAP for audited annual financial statements.  The information furnished includes all adjustments and accruals of a normal recurring nature, which in the opinion of Management, are necessary for a fair presentation of the results for the interim periods.  The unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein and these related notes should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements, and the notes thereto, included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.  The Company’s results of operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2021 or for any other future period.

During March 2020, a global pandemic was declared by the World Health Organization related to the rapidly growing outbreak of a novel strain of coronavirus (COVID-19). The pandemic has significantly impacted the economic conditions in the U.S. and globally, accelerating during the first half of March, as federal, state, and local governments reacted to the public health crisis, creating significant uncertainties in the U.S. economy. The Company has not experienced a slow-down in activities, however government restrictions and client-imposed delays are evaluated regularly and this could change. While the disruption is currently expected to be temporary, there is uncertainty around the duration. The Company cannot at this time predict the ultimate impact the pandemic will have on its results of operations, financial position, liquidity, or capital resources but such impact could be material.

This document at times will refer to the Registrant’s largest shareholder, Mr. Jesse T. Correll and certain companies controlled by Mr. Correll.  Mr. Correll holds a majority ownership of First Southern Funding, LLC (“FSF”), a Kentucky corporation, and First Southern Bancorp, Inc. (“FSBI”), a financial services holding company.  FSBI operates through its 100% owned subsidiary bank, First Southern National Bank (“FSNB”).  Banking activities are conducted through multiple locations within south-central and western Kentucky.  Mr. Correll is Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of UTG and is currently UTG’s largest shareholder through his ownership control of FSF, FSBI and affiliates. At June 30, 2021, Mr. Correll owns or controls directly and indirectly approximately 65.02% of UTG’s outstanding stock.

UTG’s life insurance subsidiary, Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company (“UG”), has several wholly-owned and majority-owned subsidiaries.  The subsidiaries were formed to hold certain real estate investments.  The real estate investments were placed into the limited liability companies and partnerships to provide additional protection to the policyholders and to UG.

Certain amounts in prior periods have been reclassified to conform with the current period presentation.

Note 2 – Recently Issued Accounting Standards

During the six months ended June 30, 2021, there were no additions to or changes in the critical accounting policies disclosed in the 2020 Form 10-K.

Note 3 – Investments

Available for Sale Securities – Fixed Maturity Securities

The Company’s insurance subsidiary is regulated by insurance statutes and regulations as to the type of investments they are permitted to make, and the amount of funds that may be used for any one type of investment.

Investments in available for sale securities are summarized as follows:

June 30, 2021 Original or Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value
Investments available for sale:
Fixed maturities
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities $ 23,274,044 $ 683,042 $ 0 $ 23,957,086
U.S. special revenue and assessments 11,546,895 1,013,220 0 12,560,115
All other corporate bonds 96,264,646 13,468,218 0 109,732,864
$ 131,085,585 $ 15,164,480 $ 0 $ 146,250,065
December 31, 2020 Original or Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Investments available for sale:
Fixed maturities
U.S. Government and govt. agencies and authorities $ 36,285,535 $ 1,186,999 $ 0 $ 37,472,534
U.S. special revenue and assessments 11,556,980 1,382,164 0 12,939,144
All other corporate bonds 98,175,349 17,604,617 (411,647 ) 115,368,319
$ 146,017,864 $ 20,173,780 $ (411,647 ) $ 165,779,997

The amortized cost and estimated market value of debt securities at June 30, 2021, by contractual maturity, is shown below.  Expected maturities will differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.

Fixed Maturities Available for Sale<br><br>June 30, 2021 Amortized Cost Fair Value
Due in one year or less $ 13,537,448 $ 13,702,990
Due after one year through five years 42,747,908 45,774,071
Due after five years through ten years 25,688,722 29,045,145
Due after ten years 22,246,160 25,789,400
Fixed maturities with no single maturity date 26,865,347 31,938,459
Total $ 131,085,585 $ 146,250,065

The fair value of investments with sustained gross unrealized losses are as follows:

June 30, 2021 Less than 12 months 12 months or longer Total
Fair value Unrealized losses Fair value Unrealized losses Fair value Unrealized losses
All other corporate bonds $ 0 0 0 0 0 $ 0
Total fixed maturities $ 0 0 0 0 0 $ 0
December 31, 2020 Less than 12 months 12 months or longer Total
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
Fair value Unrealized losses Fair value Unrealized losses Fair value Unrealized losses
All other corporate bonds $ 4,937 (63 ) 0 (411,584 ) 4,937 $ (411,647 )
Total fixed maturities $ 4,937 (63 ) 0 (411,584 ) 4,937 $ (411,647 )

Additional information regarding investments in an unrealized loss position is as follows:

Less than 12 months 12 months or longer Total
As of June 30, 2021
Fixed maturities 0 0 0
As of December 31, 2020
Fixed maturities 1 1 2

Substantially all of the unrealized losses on fixed maturities at December 31, 2020 are attributable to changes in market interest rates and general disruptions in the credit market subsequent to purchase.  The Company does not currently intend to sell nor does it expect to be required to sell any of the securities in an unrealized loss position.  Based upon the Company’s expected continuation of receipt of contractually required principal and interest payments and its intent and ability to retain the securities until price recovery, as well as the Company’s evaluation of other relevant factors, the Company deems these securities to be temporarily impaired as of  December 31, 2020.

Net Investment Gains (Losses)

The following table presents net investment gains (losses) and the change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments.

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Realized gains:
Sales of fixed maturities $ 34,236 $ 11,732 $ 34,236 $ 403,215
Sales of equity securities 3,006,835 646,351 3,019,207 988,558
Sales of real estate 1,247,193 0 1,383,252 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total realized gains 4,288,264 658,083 4,436,695 1,391,773
Realized losses:
Sales of fixed maturities 0 (64,992 ) 0 (64,992 )
Sales of equity securities (803 ) (2,571,937 ) (4,188 ) (3,422,627 )
Sales of real estate 0 0 0 0
Other-than-temporary impairments (411,584 ) 0 (411,584 ) 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total realized losses (412,387 ) (2,636,929 ) (415,772 ) (3,487,619 )
Net realized investment gains (losses) 3,875,877 (1,978,846 ) 4,020,923 (2,095,846 )
Change in fair value of equity securities:
Change in fair value of equity securities held at the end of the period 195,136 16,704,460 20,375,015 (688,477 )
Change in fair value of equity securities 195,136 16,704,460 20,375,015 (688,477 )
Net investment gains (losses) $ 4,071,013 $ 14,725,614 $ 24,395,938 $ (2,784,323 )
Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale investments included in other comprehensive income:
Fixed maturities $ 2,505,067 $ 6,595,986 $ (4,975,001 ) $ 8,068,851
Net increase (decrease) $ 2,505,067 $ 6,595,986 $ (4,975,001 ) $ 8,068,851

Other-Than-Temporary Impairments

The Company regularly reviews its investment securities for factors that may indicate that a decline in fair value of an investment is other than temporary.  The factors considered by Management in its regular review to identify and recognize other-than-temporary impairment losses on fixed maturities include, but are not limited to: the length of time and extent to which the fair value has been less than cost; the Company’s intent to sell, or be required to sell, the debt security before the anticipated recovery of its remaining amortized cost basis; the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer; adverse changes in ratings announced by one or more rating agencies; subordinated credit support, whether the issuer of a debt security has remained current on principal and interest payments; current expected cash flows; whether the decline in fair value appears to be issuer specific or, alternatively, a reflection of general market or industry conditions, including the effect of changes in market interest rates.  If the Company intends to sell a debt security, or it is more likely than not that it would be required to sell a debt security before the recovery of its amortized cost basis, the entire difference between the security’s amortized cost basis and its fair value at the balance sheet date would be recognized by a charge to other-than-temporary losses in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

Management regularly reviews its real estate portfolio in comparison to appraisal valuations and current market conditions for indications of other-than-temporary impairments. If a decline in value is judged by Management to be other-than-temporary, a loss is recognized by a charge to other-than-temporary impairment losses in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The Company recognized an other-than-temporary impairment of $(411,584) on one fixed maturity security during the second quarter of 2021.  The other-than-temporary impairment was recognized due to the length of time the investment remained in an unrealized loss position. The Company did not recognize any other-than-temporary impairments during the six month period ended June 30, 2020.

Cost Method Investments

The Company held equity investments with an aggregate cost of $14,543,343 and $14,389,189 at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.  These equity investments were not reported at fair value because it is not practicable to estimate their fair values due to insufficient information being available. Management did not identify any events or changes in circumstances that might have a significant adverse effect on the reported value of those investments.  Based on Management’s evaluation of the expected cash flow of the investments, and the Company’s ability and intent to hold the investments for a reasonable period of time, the Company does not deem an other-than-temporary impairment necessary at June 30, 2021.

Trading Securities

Securities designated as trading securities are reported at fair value, with gains or losses resulting from changes in fair value recognized in net investment income on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.  Trading securities include exchange-traded equities and exchange-traded options.  Trading securities carried as liabilities are securities sold short. A gain, limited to the price at which the security was sold short, or a loss, potentially unlimited in size, will be recognized upon the termination of the short sale.  The fair value of derivatives included in trading security assets and trading security liabilities as of June 30, 2021 was $0 and $675, respectively. The fair value of derivatives included in trading security assets and trading security liabilities as of  December 31, 2020 was $0 and $12,219, respectively.  Earnings from trading securities are classified in cash flows from operating activities. The derivatives held by the Company are for income generation purposes only.

Trading revenue charged to net investment income from trading securities was:

Three Months Ended
June 30,
2021 2020
Net unrealized gains (losses) $ 950 $ 0
Net realized gains (losses) 18,304 0
Net unrealized and realized gains (losses) $ 19,254 $ 0
Six Months Ended
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June 30,
2021 2020
Net unrealized gains (losses) $ (1,784 ) $ 0
Net realized gains (losses) 7,350 0
Net unrealized and realized gains (losses) $ 5,566 $ 0

Mortgage Loans

The Company, from time to time, acquires mortgage loans through participation agreements with FSNB.  FSNB has been able to provide the Company with additional expertise and experience in underwriting commercial and residential mortgage loans, which provide more attractive yields than the traditional bond market.  The Company is able to receive participations from FSNB for three primary reasons:  1) FSNB has already reached its maximum lending limit to a single borrower, but the borrower is still considered a suitable risk; 2) the interest rate on a particular loan may be fixed for a long period that is more suitable for UG given its asset-liability structure; and 3) FSNB’s loan growth might at times outpace its deposit growth, resulting in FSNB participating such excess loan growth rather than turning customers away.  For originated loans, the Company’s Management is responsible for the final approval of such loans after evaluation.  Before a new loan is issued, the applicant is subject to certain criteria set forth by Company Management to ensure quality control.  These criteria include, but are not limited to, a credit report, personal financial information such as outstanding debt, sources of income, and personal equity.  Once the loan is approved, the Company directly funds the loan to the borrower.  The Company bears all risk of loss associated with the terms of the mortgage with the borrower.

During the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, the Company acquired $747,941 and $5,098,138 in mortgage loans, respectively.  FSNB services the majority of the Company’s mortgage loan portfolio.  The Company pays FSNB a 0.25% servicing fee on these loans and a one-time fee at loan origination of 0.50% of the original loan cost to cover costs incurred by FSNB relating to the processing and establishment of the loan.

During 2021 and 2020, the maximum and minimum lending rates for mortgage loans were:

2021 2020
Maximum rate Minimum rate Maximum rate Minimum rate
Farm Loans 5.00 % 4.50 % 4.50 % 4.50 %
Commercial Loans 5.25 % 4.10 % 5.25 % 4.24 %
Residential Loans 4.95 % 4.95 % 4.95 % 4.95 %

Most mortgage loans are first position loans.  Loans issued are generally limited to no more than 80% of the appraised value of the property.

The Company has in place a monitoring system to provide Management with information regarding potential troubled loans.  Letters are sent to each mortgagee when the loan becomes 30 days or more delinquent.  Management is provided with a monthly listing of loans that are 60 days or more past due along with a brief description of what steps are being taken to resolve the delinquency.  All loans 90 days or more past due are placed on a non-performing status and classified as delinquent loans.  Quarterly, coinciding with external financial reporting, the Company reviews each delinquent loan and determines how each delinquent loan should be classified.  Management believes the current internal controls surrounding the mortgage loan selection process provide a quality portfolio with minimal risk of foreclosure and/or negative financial impact.

Changes in the current economy could have a negative impact on the loans, including the financial stability of the borrowers, the borrowers’ ability to pay or to refinance, the value of the property held as collateral and the ability to find purchasers at favorable prices.  Interest accruals are analyzed based on the likelihood of repayment.  In no event will interest continue to accrue when accrued interest along with the outstanding principal exceeds the net realizable value of the property.  The Company does not utilize a specified number of days delinquent to cause an automatic non-accrual status.

A mortgage loan reserve is established and adjusted based on Management’s quarterly analysis of the portfolio and any deterioration in value of the underlying property which would reduce the net realizable value of the property below its current carrying value.  The mortgage loan reserve was $0 at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020.

The following table summarizes the mortgage loan holdings of the Company for the periods ended:

June 30, 2021 December 31, 2020
In good standing $ 11,905,187 $ 18,704,351
Overdue interest over 90 days 2,080,773 2,098,014
Total mortgage loans $ 13,985,960 $ 20,802,365

Investment Real Estate

Real estate held-for-investment is stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed on a straight-line basis for financial reporting purposes using estimated useful lives of 3 to 30 years. The Company periodically reviews its real estate held-for-investment for impairment and tests for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. During the six months ended June 30, 2021, no impairments were recognized on the investment real estate.

Note 4 - Fair Value Measurements of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements provides further information regarding the fair value of financial instruments that are not measured at fair value. The investment real estate owned by the Company is included in this portion of the Note 4 - Fair Value Measurements disclosure.

The following table provides an allocation of the Company’s investment real estate by type:

June 30, 2021 December 31, 2020
Raw land $ 11,050,401 $ 11,727,103
Commercial 2,710,224 3,530,064
Residential 3,279,519 2,797,648
Land, minerals and royalty interests 18,258,702 20,031,576
Total investment real estate $ 35,298,846 $ 38,086,391

The Company’s investment real estate portfolio includes ownership in oil and gas royalties. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, investments in oil and gas royalties represented 52% and 48%, respectively, of the total investment real estate portfolio.  See Note 9 – Concentrations of Credit Risk of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the allocation of the oil and gas investment real estate holdings by industry type.

Gains and losses recognized on the disposition of the properties are recorded as realized gains and losses in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. During the six months ended  June 30, 2021 and 2020, the Company acquired $1,402,593 and $0 of investment real estate, respectively.

Notes Receivable

Notes receivable represent collateral loans and promissory notes issued by the Company and are reported at their unpaid principal balances, adjusted for valuation allowances. Valuation allowances are established for impaired loans when it is probable that contractual principal and interest will not be collected. The valuation allowance as of  June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 was $0. Interest accruals are analyzed based on the likelihood of repayment.  The Company does not utilize a specified number of days delinquent to cause an automatic non-accrual status. During the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 the Company acquired  $6,000,000 and $3,500,000 of notes receivable, respectively.

Before a new note is issued, the applicant is subject to certain criteria set forth by Company Management to ensure quality control.  Once the note is approved, the Company directly funds the note to the borrower. Several of the notes have participation agreements in place, whereas the Company has reduced its investment in the note receivable by participating a portion of the note to a third party.

Similar to the mortgage loans, FSNB services several of the notes receivable. The Company, and the participants in the notes, share in the risk of loss associated with the terms of the note with the borrower, based upon their ownership percentage in the note.  The Company has in place a monitoring system to provide Management with information regarding potential troubled loans.

Short-Term Investments

Short-term investments have remaining maturities exceeding three months and under 12 months at the time of purchase and are stated at amortized cost, which approximates fair value. The short-term investments consist of United States Treasury securities.

During the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, the Company acquired $0 and $7,890,228, respectively, in short-term investments.

Note 4 – Fair Value Measurements

Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis

Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets are measured and classified in accordance with a fair value hierarchy consisting of three levels based on the observability of valuation inputs:

Level 1 – Valuation is based upon quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.

Level 2 – Valuation methodologies include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets or quoted prices for identical, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or the Company may use various valuation techniques or pricing models that use observable inputs to measure fair value.

Level 3 – Valuation is based upon unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities. Unobservable inputs reflect the Company’s own assumptions about the inputs that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.

In certain cases, the inputs used to measure fair value may fall into different levels of the fair value hierarchy. In such cases, the level in the fair value hierarchy within which the fair value measurement in its entirety falls is determined based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety.

The following table presents information about assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and indicates the level of the fair value measurement based on the observability of the inputs used:

June 30, 2021 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Net Asset Value Total
Financial assets:
Fixed maturities available for sale:
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities $ 23,957,086 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 23,957,086
U.S. special revenue and assessments 0 12,560,115 0 0 12,560,115
Corporate securities 0 109,732,864 0 0 109,732,864
Total fixed maturities 23,957,086 122,292,979 0 0 146,250,065
Equity securities:
Common stocks 46,025,180 15,350,400 3,970,854 55,027,440 120,373,874
Preferred stocks 0 31,026 750,000 0 781,026
Total equity securities 46,025,180 15,381,426 4,720,854 55,027,440 121,154,900
Total financial assets $ 69,982,266 $ 137,674,405 $ 4,720,854 $ 55,027,440 $ 267,404,965
Liabilities
Trading securities $ (675 ) $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ (675 )
December 31, 2020 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Net Asset Value Total
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Financial assets:
Fixed maturities available for sale:
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities $ 37,472,534 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 37,472,534
U.S. special revenue and assessments 0 12,939,144 0 0 12,939,144
Corporate securities 0 115,368,319 0 0 115,368,319
Total fixed maturities 37,472,534 128,307,463 0 0 165,779,997
Equity securities:
Common stocks 28,477,005 15,922,869 3,161,120 30,496,625 78,057,619
Preferred stocks 0 17,568 0 0 17,568
Total equity securities 28,477,005 15,940,437 3,161,120 30,496,625 78,075,187
Total financial assets $ 65,949,539 $ 144,247,900 $ 3,161,120 $ 30,496,625 $ 243,855,184
Liabilities
Trading securities $ (12,219 ) $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ (12,219 )

The following is a description of the valuation techniques used the by Company to measure assets reported at fair value on a recurring basis. There have been no significant changes in the valuation techniques utilized by the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2021.

Available for Sale Securities

Securities classified as available for sale are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis. Securities classified as Level 1 utilized fair value measurements based upon quoted market prices, when available. If quoted market prices are not available, the Company obtains fair value measurements from recently executed transactions, market price quotations, benchmark yields and issuer spreads to value Level 2 securities. In certain instances where Level 1 or Level 2 inputs are not available, securities are classified within Level 3 of the hierarchy. Fair value determinations for Level 3 measurements are estimated on a quarterly basis where assumptions used are reviewed to ensure the estimated fair value complies with accounting standard generally accepted in the United States.

Equity Securities at Fair Value

Equity securities consist of common stocks mainly in private equity investments, financial institutions and publicly traded corporations. Equity securities for which there is sufficient market data are categorized as Level 1 or 2 in the fair value hierarchy.  For the equity securities in which quoted market prices are not available, the Company uses industry standard pricing methodologies, including discounted cash flow models that may incorporate various inputs such as payment expectations, risk of the investment, market data, and health of the underlying company. The inputs are based upon Management’s assumptions and available market information. When evidence is believed to support a change to the carrying value from the transaction price, adjustments are made to reflect the expected cash flows, material events and market data. These investments are included in Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.

Equity Securities at Net Asset Value

Certain equity securities carried at fair value, which do not have readily determinable fair values, use net asset value (“NAV”) and are excluded from the fair value hierarchy. These investments are generally not readily redeemable by the investee. See Note 7 – Commitments and Contingencies for additional information regarding unfunded commitments.

Trading Securities

Trading securities are recorded at fair value. They are classified as Level 1 and utilize fair value measurements based upon quoted market prices.

Change in Level 3 Recurring Fair Value Measurements

The following table presents the changes in Level 3 assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis, and the realized and unrealized gains (losses) related to the Level 3 assets and liabilities.

Equity Securities at Fair Value Equity Securities at Net Asset Value Total
Balance at December 31, 2020 $ 3,161,120 $ 30,496,625 $ 33,657,745
Realized gains (losses) 756,307 0 756,307
Unrealized gains (losses) (243,123 ) 7,543,329 7,300,206
Purchases 1,802,857 16,987,486 18,790,343
Sales (756,307 ) 0 (756,307 )
Balance at June 30, 2021 $ 4,720,854 $ 55,027,440 $ 59,748,294

Both observable and unobservable inputs may be used to determine the fair values of positions classified in Level 3 in the tables above. As a result, the unrealized gains (losses) on instruments held at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020 may include changes in fair value that were attributable to both observable and unobservable inputs.

Quantitative Information About Level 3 Fair Value Measurements

The following table presents information about the significant unobservable inputs used for recurring fair value measurements for certain Level 3 instruments, and include only those instruments for which information about the inputs is reasonably available to the Company, such as data from independent third-party valuation service providers and from internal valuation models.

Financial Assets Fair Value at<br><br>June 30, 2021 Fair Value at<br><br>December 31, 2020 Valuation Technique
Equities $ 55,027,440 $ 30,496,625 Net Asset Value
Equities 4,720,854 3,161,120 Pricing Model
Total $ 59,748,294 $ 33,657,745

Uncertainty of Fair Value Measurements

The significant unobservable inputs used in the determination of the fair value of assets classified as Level 3 have an inherent measurement uncertainty that if changed could result in higher or lower fair value measurements of these assets as of the reporting date.

Equity Securities at Fair Value

Fair market value for equity securities is derived based on unobservable inputs, such as projected normalized revenues and industry standard multiples of revenue for the equity securities valued using pricing model.  Significant increases (decreases) in either of those inputs in isolation would result in a significantly higher (lower) fair value measurement.

Investments in Certain Entities Carried at Fair Value Using Net Asset Value per Share

Investment Company Fair Value at June 30, 2021 Unfunded Commitments Redemption Frequency Redemption Notice Period
Common Stocks
Growth Equity
Redeemable $ 29,081,716 $ - Quarterly 45 days
Non-Redeemable 25,945,724 6,378,944 n/a n/a
Total $ 55,027,440 $ 6,378,944
Investment Company Fair Value at December 31, 2020 Unfunded Commitments Redemption Frequency Redemption Notice Period
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Common Stocks
Growth Equity
Redeemable $ 21,713,727 $ - Quarterly 45 days
Non-Redeemable 8,782,898 6,856,072 n/a n/a
Total $ 30,496,625 $ 6,856,072

Fair Value Measurements on a Nonrecurring Basis

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements. The Company did not recognize any re-measurements or impairments of financial instruments at June 30, 2021 or December 31, 2020.

Fair Value Information About Financial Instruments Not Measured at Fair Value

Certain assets are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis. Accordingly, such investments are only included in the fair value hierarchy disclosure when the investment is subject to re-measurement at fair value after initial recognition and the resulting re-measurement is reflected in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

The following table presents the carrying amount and estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments not measured at fair value and indicates the level in the fair value hierarchy of the estimated fair value measurement based on the observability of the inputs used:

Carrying Estimated
June 30, 2021 Amount Fair Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Common stock, at cost $ 5,860,000 5,860,000 0 0 5,860,000
Preferred stock, at cost 8,683,343 8,683,343 0 0 8,683,343
Mortgage loans on real estate 13,985,960 13,985,960 0 0 13,985,960
Investment real estate 35,298,846 80,069,238 0 0 80,069,238
Notes receivable 23,100,967 23,111,132 0 0 23,111,132
Policy loans 8,483,130 8,483,130 0 0 8,483,130
Carrying Estimated
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December 31, 2020 Amount Fair Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Common stock, at cost $ 5,860,000 5,860,000 0 0 5,860,000
Preferred stock, at cost 8,529,189 8,529,189 0 0 8,529,189
Mortgage loans on real estate 20,802,365 20,802,365 0 0 20,802,365
Investment real estate 38,086,391 82,689,332 0 0 82,689,332
Notes receivable 17,682,296 17,709,894 0 0 17,709,894
Policy loans 8,590,524 8,590,524 0 0 8,590,524

The above estimated fair value amounts have been determined based upon the following valuation methodologies. Considerable judgment was required to interpret market data in order to develop these estimates. Accordingly, the estimates are not necessarily indicative of the amounts which could be realized in a current market exchange.  The use of different market assumptions or estimation methodologies may have a material effect on the fair value amounts.

The fair values of mortgage loans on real estate are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses and interest rates being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our mortgage loans on real estate are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

A portion of the mortgage loans balance consists of discounted mortgage loans. The Company has historically purchased non-performing discounted mortgage loans at a deep discount through an auction process led by the Federal Government.  In general, the discounted loans are non-performing and there is a significant amount of uncertainty surrounding the timing and amount of cash flows to be received by the Company.  Accordingly, the Company records its investment in the discounted loans at its original purchase price, which Management believes approximates fair value.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our discounted mortgage loans are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

Investment real estate is recorded at the lower of the net investment in the real estate or the fair value of the real estate less costs to sell.  The determination of fair value assessments are performed on a periodic, non-recurring basis by external appraisal and assessment of property values by Management.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our investment real estate are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

The fair values of notes receivable are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses and interest rates being offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings. The inputs used to measure the fair value of the notes receivable are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

Policy loans are carried at the aggregate unpaid principal balances in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets which approximate fair value, and earn interest at rates ranging from 4% to 8%. Individual policy liabilities in all cases equal or exceed outstanding policy loan balances.  The inputs used to measure the fair value of our policy loans are classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy.

Note 5 – Credit Arrangements

Instrument Issue Date Maturity Date Revolving<br><br>Credit Limit December 31, 2020 Borrowings Repayments June 30, 2021
Lines of Credit:
UTG 11/20/2013 11/20/2021 $ 8,000,000 0 0 0 $ 0
UG 6/2/2015 5/6/2022 10,000,000 0 0 0 0

The UTG line of credit carries interest at a fixed rate of 3.750% and is payable monthly. As collateral, UTG has pledged 100% of the  common voting stock of its wholly owned subsidiary, Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company.

During May of 2021, the Federal Home Loan Bank approved UG’s Cash Management Advance Application (“CMA”). The CMA gives the Company the option of selecting a variable rate of interest for up to 90 days or a fixed rate for a maximum of 30 days. The variable rate CMA is prepayable at any time without a fee, while the fixed CMA is not prepayable prior to maturity. The Company has pledged bonds with a collateral lendable value of $12,129,569.

Note 6 – Shareholders’ Equity

Stock Repurchase Program – The Board of Directors of UTG has authorized the repurchase in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions of UTG’s common stock.  At a meeting of the Board of Directors in September of 2020, the Board of Directors of UTG authorized the repurchase of up to an additional $1.5 million of UTG’s common stock, for a total  repurchase of up to $20 million of UTG’s common stock in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions. Company Management has broad authority to operate the program, including the discretion of whether to purchase shares and the ability to suspend or terminate the program. Open market purchases are made based on the last available market price but may be limited.  During the six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company repurchased 8,849 shares through the stock repurchase program for $238,971. Through June 30, 2021, UTG has spent $18,325,220 in the acquisition of 1,291,114 shares under this program.

During 2021, the Company issued 6,294 shares of stock to management and employees as compensation at a cost of $170,538. These awards are determined at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Earnings Per Share Calculations

Earnings per share are based on the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period.  For the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, diluted earnings per share were the same as basic earnings per share since the Company had no dilutive instruments outstanding.

Note 7 – Commitments and Contingencies

The insurance industry has experienced a number of civil jury verdicts which have been returned against life and health insurers in the jurisdictions in which the Company does business involving the insurers’ sales practices, alleged agent misconduct, failure to properly supervise agents, and other matters.  Some of the lawsuits have resulted in the award of substantial judgments against the insurer, including material amounts of punitive damages.  In some states, juries have substantial discretion in awarding punitive damages in these circumstances.  In the normal course of business, the Company is involved from time to time in various legal actions and other state and federal proceedings.  Management is of the opinion that the ultimate disposition of the matters will not have a materially adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations or financial position.

Under the insurance guaranty fund laws in most states, insurance companies doing business in a participating state can be assessed up to prescribed limits for policyholder losses incurred by insolvent or failed insurance companies.  Although the Company cannot predict the amount of any future assessments, most insurance guaranty fund laws currently provide that an assessment may be excused or deferred if it would threaten an insurer’s financial strength.  Mandatory assessments may be partially recovered through a reduction in future premium tax in some states. The Company does not believe such assessments will be materially different from amounts already provided for in the condensed consolidated financial statements, though the Company has no control over such assessments.

The following table represents the total funding commitments and the unfunded commitment as of June 30, 2021 related to certain investments:

Total Funding<br><br>Commitment Unfunded<br><br>Commitment
RLF III, LLC $ 4,000,000 $ 398,120
Sovereign’s Capital, LP Fund I 500,000 13,000
Sovereign's Capital, LP Fund II 1,000,000 109,033
Sovereign's Capital, LP Fund III 3,000,000 1,033,840
Macritchie Storage II, LP 7,000,750 1,656,075
Garden City Companies, LLC 2,000,000 1,872,425
Carrizo Springs Music, LLC 5,000,000 2,252,211
Modern Distributors, Inc. 7,200,000 3,700,000
Legacy Venture X, LLC 3,000,000 2,760,000
QCC Investment Co., LLC 1,500,000 150,000

During 2006, the Company committed to invest in RLF III, LLC (“RLF”), which makes land-based investments in undervalued assets. RLF makes capital calls as funds are needed for continued land purchases.

During 2012, the Company committed to invest in Sovereign’s Capital, LP Fund I (“Sovereign’s”), which invests in companies in emerging markets. Sovereign’s makes capital calls to investors as funds are needed.

During 2015, the Company committed to invest in Sovereign’s Capital, LP Fund II (“Sovereign’s II”), which invests in companies in emerging markets. Sovereign’s II makes capital calls to investors as funds are needed.

During 2018, the Company committed to invest in Sovereign’s Capital, LP Fund III (“Sovereign’s III”), which invests in companies in emerging markets. Sovereign’s III makes capital calls to investors as funds are needed.

During 2018, the Company committed to fund a mortgage loan for Macritchie Storage II, LP (“Macritchie”). Macritchie makes draw requests on the loan as funds are needed to fund the construction project.

During 2020, the Company committed to invest in Garden City Companies, LLC (“Garden City”), which invests primarily in companies in the healthcare, inspection/testing services and maintenance service arena. Garden City makes capital calls to investors as funds are needed.

During 2020, the Company committed to invest in Carrizo Springs Music, LLC (“Carrizo”), which invests in music royalties.  Carrizo makes capital calls to its investors as funds are needed to acquire the royalty rights.

During 2020, the Company committed to fund a collateral loan for Modern Distributors, Inc. (“Modern Distributors”). Modern Distributors makes draw requests on the loan as funds are needed to fund a construction project.

During 2020, the Company committed to invest in Legacy Venture X, LLC (“Legacy Venture X”), which is a fund of funds. Legacy Venture X makes capital calls to its investors as funds are needed.

During 2021, the Company committed to invest in QCC Investment Co., LLC (“QCC”). The funds are being utilized to purchase a manufacturing entity. QCC makes capital calls to its investors as funds are needed.

Note 8 – Other Cash Flow Disclosures

On a cash basis, the Company paid the following expenses:

Three Months Ended
June 30,
2021 2020
Interest $ 0 $ 0
Federal income tax 0 2,110,000
Six Months Ended
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June 30,
2021 2020
Interest $ 0 $ 0
Federal income tax 1,202,000 2,110,000

Note 9 – Concentrations of Credit Risk

The Company maintains cash balances in financial institutions that at times may exceed federally insured limits.  The Company maintains its primary operating cash accounts with First Southern National Bank, an affiliate of the largest shareholder of UTG, Mr. Jesse Correll, the Company’s CEO and Chairman.  The Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and believes it is not exposed to any significant credit risk on cash and cash equivalents.

Because UTG serves primarily individuals located in four states, the ability of our customers to pay their insurance premiums is impacted by the economic conditions in these areas.  As of June 30, 2021 and 2020, approximately 52% and 55%, respectively, of the Company’s total direct premium was collected from Illinois, Ohio, Texas and West Virginia. Thus, results of operations are heavily dependent upon the strength of these economies.

The Company reinsures that portion of insurance risk which is in excess of its retention limits. Retention limits range up to $125,000 per life.  Life insurance ceded represented 21% and 20% of total life insurance in force at June 30, 2021 and  December 31, 2020, respectively.  Insurance ceded represented 36% of premium income for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020. The Company would be liable for the reinsured risks ceded to other companies to the extent that such reinsuring companies are unable to meet their obligations.

The Company owns a variety of investments associated with the oil and gas industry. These investments represent approximately 24% and 20% of the Company’s total invested assets as of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. The following table provides an allocation of the oil and gas investments by type.

June 30, 2021 Land, Minerals &<br><br>Royalty Interests Exploration Total
Fixed maturities, at fair value $ 0 $ 1,292,850 $ 1,292,850
Equity securities, at fair value 62,439,697 0 62,439,697
Investment real estate 18,258,702 0 18,258,702
Notes receivable 6,000,000 0 6,000,000
Total $ 86,698,399 $ 1,292,850 $ 87,991,249
December 31, 2020 Land, Minerals &<br><br>Royalty Interests Exploration Total
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Fixed maturities, at fair value $ 0 $ 1,268,670 $ 1,268,670
Equity securities, at fair value 41,551,468 0 41,551,468
Investment real estate 20,031,576 0 20,031,576
Notes receivable 6,000,000 0 6,000,000
Total $ 67,583,044 $ 1,268,670 $ 68,851,714

At June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the Company owned two equity securities that represented approximately 56% and 47%, respectively, of the total investments associated with the oil and gas industry.

The Company’s results of operations and financial condition have in the past been, and may in the future be, adversely affected by the degree of certain industry specific concentrations in the Company’s investment portfolio. The Company has significant exposure to investments associated with the oil and gas industry. Events or developments that have a negative effect on the oil and gas industry may adversely affect the valuation of our investments in this specific industry. The Company’s ability to sell its investments associated with the oil and gas industry may be limited.

Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The following is Management’s discussion and analysis of the financial condition and results of operations of UTG, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively with the Parent, the “Company”).  The following discussion of the financial condition and results of operations of the Company should be read in conjunction with, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to, the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and the related Notes thereto appearing in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and our unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and related Notes thereto appearing elsewhere in this quarterly report.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This report on Form 10-Q contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created by those laws. We have based our forward-looking statements on our current expectations and projections about future events. Our forward-looking statements include information about possible or assumed future results of operations. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included or incorporated by reference in this report that address activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate may occur in the future, including such things as the growth of our business and operations, our business strategy, competitive strengths, goals, plans, future capital expenditures and references to future successes may be considered forward-looking statements. Also, when we use words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “probably,” or similar expressions, we are making forward-looking statements.

Numerous risks and uncertainties may impact the matters addressed by our forward-looking statements, any of which could negatively and materially affect our future financial results and performance.

Although we believe that the assumptions underlying our forward-looking statements are reasonable, any of these assumptions, and, therefore, the forward-looking statements based on these assumptions, could themselves prove to be inaccurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements that are included in this report, our inclusion of this information is not a representation by us or any other person that our objectives and plans will be achieved. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, any forward-looking event discussed in this report may not occur.  Our forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and we undertake no obligation to update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or other developments, unless the securities laws require us to do so.

Overview

UTG, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is a life insurance holding company.  The Company’s dominant business is individual life insurance, which includes the servicing of existing insurance policies in-force, the acquisition of other companies in the life insurance business, the acquisition of blocks of business and the administration and processing of life insurance business for other entities.

UTG has a strong philanthropic program.  The Company generally allocates a portion of its earnings to be used for its philanthropic efforts primarily targeted to Christ-centered organizations or organizations that help the weak or poor.  The Company also encourages its staff to be involved on a personal level through monetary giving, volunteerism, and use of their talents to assist those less fortunate than themselves. Through these efforts, the Company hopes to make a positive difference in the local community, state, nation and world.

Critical Accounting Policies

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts and related disclosures. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.  The Company has identified certain estimates that involve a higher degree of judgment and are subject to a significant degree of variability.  The Company’s critical accounting policies and the related estimates considered most significant by Management are disclosed in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.  Management has identified the accounting policies related to cost of insurance acquired, assumptions and judgments utilized in determining if declines in fair values of investments are other-than-temporary, and valuation methods for investments that are not actively traded as those, due to the judgments, estimates and assumptions inherent in those policies, are critical to an understanding of the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and this Management’s Discussion and Analysis.

During the six months ended June 30, 2021, there were no additions to or changes in the critical accounting policies disclosed in the 2020 Form 10-K.

Results of Operations

During March 2020, a global pandemic was declared by the World Health Organization related to the rapidly growing outbreak of a novel strain of coronavirus (COVID-19). The pandemic has significantly impacted the economic conditions in the U.S. and globally, accelerating during the first half of March, as federal, state, and local governments reacted to the public health crisis, creating significant uncertainties in the U.S. economy. The Company has not experienced a slow-down in activities, however government restrictions and client-imposed delays are evaluated regularly and this could change. While the disruption is expected to be temporary, there continues to be uncertainty around the duration or effects of resurgence of the virus. The Company cannot at this time predict the ultimate impact the pandemic will have on its results of operations, financial position, liquidity, or capital resources, but such impact could be material.

On a consolidated basis, the Company reported net income attributable to common shareholders’ of approximately $16.0 million for the six-month period ended June 30, 2021 and net income attributable to common shareholders’ of approximately $1.8 million for the three-month period ended June 30, 2021.

For the six-month period ended June 30, 2020, the Company reported a net loss attributable to common shareholders’ of approximately $(3.3) million and net income attributable to common shareholders’ of approximately $11.7 million for the three-month period ended June 30, 2020.

Revenues

For the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company reported total revenues of approximately $31.9 million an increase of approximately $25.3 million when compared to the same period in 2020.  The variance in total revenues from the prior year to the current year is mainly attributable to the change in fair value of equity securities during the periods. The Company reported total revenues of approximately $7.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, a decrease of approximately $11.7 million when compared to the three-month period ended June 30, 2020.  For the quarter the fluctuation is also largely related to the change in the fair value of equity securities between the periods.

The Company reported revenue before net investment gains of approximately $7.5 million and $9.4 million for the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Revenue before net investment gains decreased when comparing the current year and prior year results and is due to decreases in real estate income. For the three-months ended June 30, 2021, the Company reported revenue before net investment gains and losses of $3.8 million, down from $4.8 million from the same period in 2020.  The decrease between periods is largely attributable to real estate income.

Premium and policy fee revenues, net of reinsurance, were comparable for the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and June 30, 2020.  Premium and policy fee revenues, net of reinsurance, represented was $3.3 million and $3.4 million for the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  Premium and policy fee revenues, net of reinsurance, represented was $1.6 million and $1.7 million for the three-months ended June 31, 2021, and 2020, respectively.  The decline in premiums is not unusual as the company writes minimal new business.

The following table summarizes our investment performance.

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Net investment income $ 2,082,359 $ 3,021,654 $ 4,042,026 $ 5,851,840
Net investment gains (losses) $ 4,071,013 $ 14,725,614 $ 24,395,938 $ (2,784,323)
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities, pre-tax $ 195,136 $ 16,704,460 $ 20,375,015 $ (688,477)

The following table reflects net investment income of the Company:

Three Months Ended June 30, Six Months Ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Fixed maturities available for sale $ 1,176,332 $ 1,312,095 $ 2,379,814 $ 2,721,419
Equity securities 273,353 188,824 570,952 944,226
Trading securities 5,566 0 19,254 0
Mortgage loans 111,817 159,285 381,621 245,084
Real estate 778,605 1,635,847 1,333,329 2,242,504
Notes receivable 299,999 336,712 493,870 538,933
Policy loans 163,705 166,708 296,499 304,678
Cash and cash equivalents 0 4,132 0 103,080
Short-term 586 46,836 1,148 53,174
Total consolidated investment income 2,809,963 3,850,439 5,476,487 7,153,098
Investment expenses (727,604) (828,785) (1,434,461) (1,301,258)
Consolidated net investment income $ 2,082,359 $ 3,021,654 $ 4,042,026 $ 5,851,840

Net investment income represented 54% and 62% of the Company's revenue before net investment gains (losses) as of June 30, 2021 and June 30, 2020, respectively.  When comparing current and prior year results, net investment income was comparable in a majority of the investment categories. Investment income earned by the fixed maturities, equity securities, and real estate investment portfolios represented approximately 78% and 83% of the total consolidated investment income for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  These categories represented approximately 79% and 81% of the total consolidated investment income for the three-months ended June 30, 2021, and 2020, respectively.

In March 2020, with the onset of the pandemic in America, financial markets became jittery experiencing a significant drop in the major market indices. In response, the Federal Reserve dropped interest rates to near zero. This action resulted in a drop in all other interest rates in the marketplace. While this increased the fair value of the Company’s current fixed income holdings, it made finding investments to acquire with any type of historic yield nearly impossible. The stock markets have experienced a rebound since that time; however, interest rates remain at historic low levels with short term rates at or near zero. Longer term bonds have experienced rate increases later in 2020 and into early 2021, but still remain below recent historic rates. Should rates remain at these levels, it will become increasingly more difficult for the Company to maintain its historic net investment income levels as existing investments mature and are replaced with lower yielding investments.

Income from the fixed maturities investment portfolio represented 43% and 38% of the total consolidated investment income for the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. When comparing earnings from the fixed maturities portfolio for the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 income was down approximately 13% or $342,000. Fixed maturities continue to represent the largest investment type and asset class owned by the Company.

Income from the fixed maturities investment portfolio represented 42% and 34% of the total consolidated investment income for the three-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. When comparing earnings from the fixed maturities portfolio for the three-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 income was down approximately 10% or $136,000. Fixed maturities continue to represent the largest investment type and asset class owned by the Company.

Earnings from the equity securities investment portfolio represented approximately 10% and 13% of the total consolidated investment income report by the Company during the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  Income from the equity securities portfolio was down approximately 40% or $373,000 when comparing 2021 and 2020 results.  This decrease is primarily due to the company partially selling their holdings in a specific dividend paying security during 2020. Income from the equity securities portfolio was comparable for the three-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.

The earnings reported by the real estate investment portfolio represented 24% and 31% of the total consolidated investment income reported by the Company during the six-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Earnings from the real estate investment portfolio were down approximately 41% or $909,000 when comparing 2021 and 2020 results.

The earnings reported by the real estate investment portfolio represented 28% and 42% of the total consolidated investment income reported by the Company during the three-months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Earnings from the real estate investment portfolio were down approximately 52% or $857,000 when comparing 2021 and 2020 results. The variance between current and prior year results is primarily due to a one-time distribution from a specific real estate investment of approximately $1.1 million during the second quarter of 2020. The earnings from the real estate investment portfolio are expected to vary depending on the real estate activities and the potential distributions that may occur.

The following table reflects net realized investment gains (losses):

Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 30, June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Other-than-temporary impairments $ (411,584) $ 0 $ (411,584) $ 0
Fixed maturities available for sale 34,236 (53,260) 34,236 338,223
Equity securities 3,006,032 (1,925,586) 3,015,019 (2,434,069)
Real estate 1,247,193 0 1,383,252 0
Consolidated net realized investment gains 3,875,877 (1,978,846) 4,020,923 (2,095,846)
Change in fair value of equity securities 195,136 16,704,460 20,375,015 (688,477)
$ 4,071,013 $ 14,725,614 $ 24,395,938 $ (2,784,323)

Realized investment gains are the result of one-time events and are expected to vary from year to year.

In the December 31, 2020 Form 10-K filing, the Company disclosed that we received an offer to purchase investments in certain music royalties held in the form of equity securities. We continued to report on these transactions in the MD&A of the Company's 2020 quarterly Form 10-Q filings. The reported gain (loss) changed throughout 2020 as additional proceeds were received. The sales agreements contained holdback provisions for a portion of the sales price. Under the terms of the holdback, certain performance results must be achieved during 2020 to release additional sales proceeds to the sellers. At the time of closing, it was determined it was more likely than not that the royalty interests would not perform at the levels necessary to receive the holdback funds. Performance was reviewed throughout the year, and was better than anticipated, resulting in the holdback proceeds being released to the seller. A portion of this transaction flows through change in the fair value of equity securities and will be further discussed below.

Realized gains and losses from equity securities represent the difference between the fair value at the beginning of the reporting period and the fair value at the time of sale. The Company reported net realized gains of approximately $3 million for the three and six-month periods ended June 30, 2021. The sale of one equity security represented approximately $2.2 million of the realized gains on equity securities for the six-months ended June 30, 2021. The Company sold 2,500 shares of this common stock associated with the oil and gas industry. During the six-months ended June 30, 2021, the Company also reported additional gains of approximately $756,000 from the sales of the music royalties.

The Company reported a change in fair value of equity securities of approximately $20.4 million and $(0.7) million for the six-months ended June 30, 2021, and 2020, respectively.  This line item is material to the results reported in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.  While the six-months ended June 30, 2021 reflected very positive results, the onset of the pandemic in March 2020 resulted in the stock market taking a major downward swing.  At June 30, 2020, the Company reflected a loss on this line of approximately $(0.7) million.  While these results can be material and volatile, most of the equity holdings of the Company were acquired with a long-term view, thus making these intermediate changes in value of less concern to Management.  Management monitors its equity holdings looking more at the specific entity and market it is in relative to performance and less to changes due to general market swings that occur over the holding period of the investment.

While the Company has seen significant positive results on its equity investments so far this year, a pull back or downward market adjustment could slow these gains or even result in losses in future periods.  Management believes its current equity investments continue to be solid investments for the Company and have further growth potential; however, changes in market conditions could cause volatility in market prices.

In summary, the Company’s basis for future revenue is expected to come from the following primary sources: Conservation of business currently in-force, the maximization of investment earnings and the acquisition of other companies or policy blocks in the life insurance business. Management has placed a significant emphasis on the development of these revenue sources to enhance these opportunities.

Expenses

The Company reported total benefits and other expenses of approximately $11.8 million for the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, an increase of approximately 11% from the same period in 2020.  Benefits, claims and settlement expenses represented approximately 65% and 62% of the Company's total expenses for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The other major expense category of the Company is operating expenses, which represented approximately 32% and 35% of the Company's total expenses for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.

The Company reported total benefits and other expenses of approximately $5.7 million for the three-month period ended June 30, 2021, an increase of approximately 9% from the same period in 2020.  Benefits, claims and settlement expenses represented approximately 66% and 64% of the Company's total expenses for the three-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The other major expense category of the Company is operating expenses, which represented approximately 30% and 32% of the Company's total expenses for the three-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.

Life benefits, claims and settlement expenses, net of reinsurance benefits and claims were up approximately 16% or $1,000,000 when comparing the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.  The same expense line items are up approximately 11% or $370,000 when comparing the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.  Policy claims vary from period to period and therefore, fluctuations in mortality are to be expected and are not considered unusual by Management.

Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company implemented a process to monitor death claims resulting from COVID-19. During the six-months ended June 30, 2021, the Company incurred total death benefits of approximately $600,000 with COVID-19 listed as the cause of death. The average death benefit of these policies was $8,800. The Company will continue to monitor COVID-19 death claims. Management noted a considerable decline in COVID claims during the second quarter of 2021.

Changes in policyholder reserves, or future policy benefits, also impact this line item.  Reserves are calculated on an individual policy basis and generally increase over the life of the policy as a result of additional premium payments and acknowledgment of increased risk as the insured continues to age.

The short-term impact of policy surrenders is negligible since a reserve for future policy benefits payable is held which is, at a minimum, equal to and generally greater than the cash surrender value of a policy.  The benefit of fewer policy surrenders is primarily received over a longer time period through the retention of the Company’s asset base. The surrender process has been impacted by temporary state rulings that were implemented as a result of COVID-19 and in some cases did not allow life insurance companies to lapse policies temporarily during 2020.

Operating expenses increased approximately 4% in the six-month period ended June 30, 2021 as compared to the same period in 2020. Overall, expenses were comparable in all of the major expense categories.  Operating expenses increased approximately 2% in the three-month period ended June 30, 2021, as compared to the same period in 2020.  Overall expenses were comparable in all of the major expense categories.

As mentioned above in the Overview section of the Management Discussion and Analysis, UTG has a strong philanthropic program.  The Company generally allocates a portion of its earnings to be used for its philanthropic efforts primarily targeted to Christ-centered organizations or organizations that help the weak or poor.  Charitable contributions made by the Company are expected to vary from year to year depending on the earnings of the Company.

Net amortization of cost of insurance acquired decreased approximately 4% when comparing current and prior year activity.  Cost of insurance acquired is established when an insurance company is acquired or when the Company acquires a block of in-force business.  The Company assigns a portion of its cost to the right to receive future profits from insurance contracts existing at the date of the acquisition.  Cost of insurance acquired is amortized with interest in relation to expected future profits, including direct charge-offs for any excess of the unamortized asset over the projected future profits. The interest rates may vary due to risk analysis performed at the time of acquisition on the business acquired. The Company utilizes a 12% discount rate on the remaining unamortized business.  The amortization is adjusted retrospectively when estimates of current or future gross profits to be realized from a group of products are revised.  Amortization of cost of insurance acquired is particularly sensitive to changes in interest rate spreads and persistency of certain blocks of insurance in-force.  This expense is expected to decrease, unless the Company acquires a new block of business.

Management continues to place significant emphasis on expense monitoring and cost containment. Maintaining administrative efficiencies directly impacts net income.

Financial Condition

Investment Information

Investments represent approximately 84% and 82% of total assets at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. Accordingly, investments are the largest asset group of the Company.  The Company's insurance subsidiary is regulated by insurance statutes and regulations as to the type of investments that it is permitted to make and the amount of funds that may be used for any one type of investment.  In light of these statutes and regulations, the majority of the Company's investment portfolio is invested in a diverse set of securities.

As of June 30, 2021, the carrying value of fixed maturity securities in default as to principal or interest was immaterial in the context of consolidated assets, shareholders' equity or results from operations.  To provide additional flexibility and liquidity, the Company has identified all fixed maturity securities as "investments available for sale".  Investments available-for-sale are carried at market, with changes in market value charged directly to shareholders' equity.  Changes in the market value of available for sale securities resulted in a net unrealized loss of approximately $(3.9) million and net unrealized gains of approximately $6.4 million for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  The variance in the net unrealized gains and losses is the result of normal market fluctuations and lower interest rates.

Capital Resources

Total shareholders' equity increased by approximately 9% as of June 30, 2021 compared to December 31, 2020. The increase is mainly attributable to an increase in retained earnings, which is the result of the current year net income reported by the Company.

The Company's investments are predominately in fixed maturity investments such as bonds, which provide sufficient return to cover future obligations.  The Company carries all of its fixed maturity holdings as available for sale, which are reported in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements at their market value.

Liquidity

Liquidity provides the Company with the ability to meet on demand the cash commitments required by its business operations and financial obligations.  The Company’s liquidity is primarily derived from cash balances, a portfolio of marketable securities and line of credit facilities.  The Company has two principal needs for cash – the insurance company’s contractual obligations to policyholders and the payment of operating expenses.

Parent Company Liquidity - UTG is a holding company that has no day-to-day operations of its own.  Cash flows from UTG’s insurance subsidiary, UG, are used to pay costs associated with maintaining the Company in good standing with states in which it does business and purchasing outstanding shares of UTG stock.  UTG's cash flow is dependent on management fees received from its insurance subsidiary, stockholder dividends from its subsidiary and earnings received on cash balances.  As of June 30, 2021, substantially all of the consolidated shareholders’ equity represents net assets of its subsidiaries.  During the second quarter of 2021, UG paid UTG a dividend of $3 million. During the third quarter of 2021, UG paid UTG a dividend of $1 million. Certain restrictions exist on the payment of dividends from the insurance subsidiary to the Parent company. Although these restrictions exist, dividend availability from the insurance subsidiary has historically been sufficient to meet the cash flow needs of the Parent company.

Insurance Subsidiary Liquidity - Sources of cash flows for the insurance subsidiary primarily consist of premium and investment income.  Cash outflows from operations include policy benefit payments, administrative expenses, taxes and dividends to the Parent company.

UG is an Ohio domiciled insurance company, which requires notification within five business days to the insurance commissioner following the declaration of any ordinary dividend and at least ten calendar days prior to payment of such dividend.  Ordinary dividends are defined as the greater of:  a) prior year statutory net income or b) 10% of statutory capital and surplus.  For the year ended December 31, 2020, UG had statutory net income of approximately $6.3 million.  At December 31, 2020 UG's statutory capital and surplus amounted to approximately $70.6 million.  Extraordinary dividends (amounts in excess of ordinary dividend limitations) require prior approval of the insurance commissioner and are not restricted to a specific calculation.  During 2020, UG paid UTG ordinary dividends of $4 million. During the second quarter of 2021, UG paid UTG a dividend of $3 million and a $1 million dividend in the third quarter of 2021.  UTG used the dividends received during 2020 and 2021 to purchase outstanding shares of UTG stock and for general operations of the Company.

Short-Term Borrowings - An additional source of liquidity to the Parent company and its subsidiaries is the line of credit facilities extended to them. As of June 30, 2021, the Company and its subsidiaries had available $18 million in line of credit facilities.  The Company did not utilize its available credit facilities during 2020 or so far in 2021.  For additional information regarding the line of credit facilities, see Note 5 – Credit Arrangements in the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

The Company expects to have readily available funds for the foreseeable future to conduct its operations and to maintain target capital ratios in the insurance subsidiary through internally generated cash flow and the credit facilities.  In the unlikely event that more liquidity is needed, the Company could generate additional funds through such sources as a short-term credit facility and intercompany borrowing.

Cash used in operating activities was approximately $6.3 million and $4.9 million in the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  Sources of operating cash flows of the Company, as with most insurance entities, is comprised primarily of premiums received on life insurance products and income earned on investments.  Uses of operating cash flows consist primarily of payments of benefits to policyholders and beneficiaries and operating expenses.  The Company has not marketed any significant new products for several years.  As such, premium revenues continue to decline.  Management anticipates future cash flows from operations to remain similar to historic trends.

During the six-month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company's investing activities used net cash of approximately $850,000. During the six-month period ended June 30, 2020, the Company's investing activities provided net cash of approximately $5.7 million. The Company recognized proceeds of approximately $32.8 million and $42.1 million from investments sold and matured during the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  The Company used approximately $33.6 million and $36.4 million to acquire investments during the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.  The net cash provided by investing activities is expected to vary from year to year depending on market conditions and management’s ability to find and negotiate favorable investment contracts.

Net cash used in financing activities was approximately $903,000 and $285,000 during the six-month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the Company had no debt outstanding with third parties.

The Company had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $31.0 million and $39.0 million as of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively.  The Company has a portfolio of marketable fixed maturity securities that could be sold, if an unexpected event were to occur.  These securities had a fair value of approximately $146.3 million and $165.8 million at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively. However, the strong cash flows from investing activities, investment maturities and the availability of the line of credit facilities make it unlikely that the Company would need to sell securities for liquidity purposes.  See Note 3 – Investments in the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for detailed disclosures regarding the Company’s investment portfolio.

Management believes the overall sources of liquidity available will be sufficient to satisfy its financial obligations.

ITEM 4.  CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

The Company maintains a set of disclosure controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act), is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in Securities and Exchange Commission rules and forms. In addition, the disclosure controls and procedures ensure that information required to be disclosed is accumulated and communicated to Management, including the principal executive officer and principal financial officer, allowing timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Under the supervision and with the participation of our Management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, we conducted an evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures, as such term is defined under Rule 13a-15(e) promulgated under the Exchange Act. Based on this evaluation, our principal executive officer and our principal financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this quarterly report.

PART II.  OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

NONE

ITEM 1A.  RISK FACTORS

NONE

ITEM 2.  UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

NONE

ITEM 3.  DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

NONE

ITEM 4.  MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

NONE

ITEM 5.  OTHER INFORMATION

NONE

ITEM 6.  EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number Description
*31.1 Certification of Jesse T. Correll, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*31.2 Certification of Theodore C. Miller, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*32.1 Certificate of Jesse T. Correll, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
*32.2 Certificate of Theodore C. Miller, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of UTG, as required pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
**101 Interactive Data File

* Filed herewith

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

UTG, INC.

(Registrant)

Date: August 13, 2021 By /s/ James P. Rousey
James P. Rousey
President and Director
Date: August 13, 2021 By /s/ Theodore C. Miller
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Theodore C. Miller
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Exhibit 31.1<br><br> <br><br><br> <br>CERTIFICATIONS
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I, Jesse T. Correll, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of UTG, Inc., certify that:
1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of the registrant, UTG, Inc.;
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the<br> statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects<br> the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined<br> in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f)and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a. Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to<br> ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b. Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our<br> supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c. Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the<br> effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d. Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most<br> recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial<br> reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably<br> likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal controls<br> over financial reporting.
Date: August 13, 2021 By: /s/ Jesse T. Correll
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Chairman of the Board and
Chief Executive Officer
Exhibit 31.2<br><br> <br><br><br> <br>CERTIFICATIONS
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I, Theodore C. Miller,  Senior Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Chief Financial Officer of UTG, Inc., certify that:
1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of the registrant, UTG, Inc.;
2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the<br> statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;
3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects<br> the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;
4. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined<br> in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f)and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:
a. Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to<br> ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;
b. Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our<br> supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
c. Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the<br> effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and
d. Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most<br> recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and
5. The registrant's other certifying officer(s) and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial<br> reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):
a. All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably<br> likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and
b. Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal controls<br> over financial reporting.
Date: August 13, 2021 By: /s/ Theodore C. Miller
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Senior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 32.1

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of UTG, Inc. (the "Company") for the period ended June 30, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report") I, Jesse T. Correll, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that, to the best of my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of<br> operations of the Company
Date: August 13, 2021 By: /s/ Jesse T. Correll
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Jesse T. Correll
Chairman of the Board and
Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 32.2

CERTIFICATION OF CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of UTG, Inc. (the "Company") for the period ended June 30, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the "Report") I, Jesse T. Correll, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that, to the best of my knowledge:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and
(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of<br> operations of the Company
Date: August 13, 2021 By: /s/ Theodore C. Miller
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Theodore C. Miller
Senior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer

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