Dividends

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2016

Dividends [Abstract]

Dividends

Dividends

The maximum amount of dividends, which can be paid to stockholders by insurance companies domiciled in the State of Colorado, is subject to restrictions relating to statutory surplus and statutory net gain from operations.  Prior to the payment of any dividends, the Company seeks approval from the Colorado Insurance Commissioner.  During the three months ended March 31, 2016, and 2015, the Company paid dividends of $73,401 and $77,309, respectively, to its parent, GWL&A Financial.