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A Lawyers’ Guide to HNW Family Captives: Coverage, Reinsurance Access, Tax Considerations and Barbados Regulatory, Solvency and Structural Options

Published on: 08 November 2022

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What is a captive insurance company?

A captive insurer is a fully owned subsidiary set up to manage and mitigate the risks of its parent and related entities.

  • When the parent cannot secure appropriate cover from the traditional market for certain risks
  • Premiums paid into the captive can generate savings for the parent or related parties
  • Ability to place cover with reinsurers that the parent cannot access directly
  • Addresses specific risks not available in the wider insurance market
  • Funds the deductibles on policies purchased by the parent
  • Investment income available to offset losses
  • Improved control over claims
  • Cover tailored to your needs
  • Reduced reliance on commercial insurance
  • Stabilisation of pricing

Key takeaways

  • A captive insurer is a wholly owned subsidiary that mitigates risk for its parent and related entities
  • Benefits can include lower insurance costs, potential tax advantages, underwriting earnings, and tighter control over its cover
  • Captive insurance companies can assist when the traditional...
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