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Fair Value Measurements
 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2026
Fair Value Measurements [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements
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, 2026 Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
Fixed maturity securities:               
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities$22,681,372  $0  $0  $22,681,372 
U.S. special revenue and assessments 0   7,372,006   0   7,372,006 
Corporate securities 0   42,016,105   0   42,016,105 
Total fixed maturities 22,681,372   49,388,111   0   72,069,483 
Equity securities:               
Common stocks 84,112,459   6,300,640   3,661,683   94,074,782 
Limited liability companies 0   0   81,109,375   81,109,375 
Total equity securities 84,112,459   6,300,640   84,771,058   175,184,157 
Short-term investments 4,949,271   0   0   4,949,271 
Total financial assets$111,743,102  $55,688,751  $84,771,058  $252,202,911 
 
December 31, 2025 Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total 
Fixed maturity securities:               
U.S. Government and government agencies and authorities$22,750,726  $0  $0  $22,750,726 
U.S. special revenue and assessments 0   7,453,922   0   7,453,922 
Corporate securities 0   42,954,941   0   42,954,941 
Total fixed maturities 22,750,726   50,408,863   0   73,159,589 
Equity securities:               
Common stocks 75,400,093   5,571,600   3,368,748   84,340,441 
Limited liability companies 0   0   85,810,435   85,810,435 
Total equity securities 75,400,093   5,571,600   89,179,183   170,150,876 
Short-term investments 9,808,824   0   0   9,808,824 
Total financial assets$107,959,643  $55,980,463  $89,179,183  $253,119,289 
 
Total assets included in the fair value hierarchy exclude certain equity securities that were measured at estimated fair value using the net asset value (“NAV”) per share practical expedient. At June 30, 2026 and December 31, 2025, the estimated fair value of such investments was $115,868,764 and $95,553,354, respectively. These investments are generally not readily redeemable by the investee.
 
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, 2026.
 
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 standards generally accepted in the United States.
 
Equity Securities at Fair Value
 
Equity securities consist of common and preferred stocks and limited liability companies 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.
 
Change in Recurring Fair Value Measurements
 
The following table presents the changes in Level 3 equity securities measured at fair value on a recurring basis, and the realized and unrealized gains related to the Level 3 equity securities.
 
      Investments in     
  Investments in   Limited Liability     
  Common Stocks   Companies   Total 
Balance at December 31, 2024$3,064,983  $82,654,596  $85,719,579 
Unrealized gains  303,765   4,146,711   4,450,476 
Sales 0   (990,872)   (990,872) 
Balance at December 31, 2025 3,368,748   85,810,435   89,179,183 
Unrealized gains (losses) 292,935   (4,231,875)   (3,938,940) 
Sales 0   (469,185)   (469,185) 
Balance at June 30, 2026$3,661,683  $81,109,375  $84,771,058 
 
Both observable and unobservable inputs may be used to determine the fair values of positions classified in Level 3 in the table above. As a result, the unrealized gains (losses) on instruments held at June 30, 2026 and December 31, 2025 may include changes in fair value that were attributable to both observable and unobservable inputs.
 
Assets and liabilities are transferred into Level 3 when a significant input cannot be corroborated with market observable data. This occurs when market activity decreases significantly and underlying inputs cannot be observed, current prices are not available, and/or when there are significant variances in quoted prices, thereby affecting transparency. Assets and liabilities are transferred out of Level 3 when circumstances change such that a significant input can be corroborated with market observable data. This may be due to a significant increase in market activity, a specific event, or one or more significant input(s) becoming observable.
 
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 includes 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.
 
  Fair Value at   Fair Value at   
Financial Assets June 30, 2026   December 31, 2025  Valuation Technique
Limited liability companies$81,109,375  $85,810,435  Pricing Model
Common stocks 3,661,683   3,368,748  Pricing Model
Total$84,771,058  $89,179,183   
 
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
 
The Company holds certain equity securities that are measured at estimated fair value using the NAV per share practical expedient. These investments are generally not readily redeemable by the investee. The following tables provide additional information regarding the assets carried at NAV.
 
Investments in Certain Entities Carried at Fair Value Using Net Asset Value per Share
 
  Fair Value at   Unfunded       Redemption Notice 
Investment Category June 30, 2026   Commitments   Redemption Frequency   Period 
Redeemable               
Limited partnership$65,813,066  $0   Quarterly   45 days 
Non-redeemable               
Limited liability companies 7,445,262   2,270,042   n/a   n/a 
Limited partnerships 42,610,436   5,749,096   n/a   n/a 
Total$115,868,764  $8,019,138         
 
  Fair Value at   Unfunded       Redemption Notice 
Investment Category December 31, 2025   Commitments   Redemption Frequency   Period 
Redeemable               
Limited partnership$48,740,340  $0   Quarterly   45 days 
Non-redeemable               
Limited liability companies 6,883,913   2,740,042   n/a   n/a 
Limited partnerships 39,929,101   1,069,085   n/a   n/a 
Total$95,553,354  $3,809,127       
 
The following are descriptions of the Company's assets held at NAV.
 
The Company invested in a limited partnership  that was formed under the laws of the State of Delaware in 1999, as a Delaware limited partnership (“LP”). The Limited Partnership Agreement provides for the Fund to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LP Agreement. The Fund invests in listed equity and fixed income securities as well as non-listed securities, including direct-owned minerals and other royalties. In 2013, UG entered into an irrevocable subscription agreement to invest in the LP.
 
The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware in 2020. The LLC agreement provides for the Company to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LLC Agreement. The LLC Company was formed for the purpose of acquiring, making investments in, and owning, holding, and growing operating businesses through the United States. In 2020, UG entered into a LLC Agreement to invest in this LLC.
 
The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2020 to provide long-term investment returns. The Company will continue to operate until December 31, 2032, or until each of the investment funds in which the LLC invests terminates, unless terminated earlier or extended in accordance with the Operating Agreement. In 2020, UG completed the Subscription Agreement to become an investor in this LLC.
 
The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2022 to amplify philanthropy by primarily investing in venture capital investment funds and in direct venture capital investments of operating companies. The Company will continue to operate until December 31, 2034, or until each of the investment funds in which the LLC invests terminates, unless terminated earlier or extended in accordance with the Operating Agreement. In 2022, the Company completed the Subscription Agreement to become an investor in this LLC.
 
The Company invested in the Limited Partnership ("LP"), a closed-end fund, formed pursuant to the laws of the state of Delaware under a limited partnership agreement in 2022, and shall dissolve upon the first to occur of either the end of the tenth anniversary of the final closing date or, if extended, upon the end of such extension(s), upon the dissolution or removal of the General Partner or upon other specific circumstances as defined in the LP Agreement.
 
The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2012 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2012, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP. The Company is currently in the process of winding down operations.
 
The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2015 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2015, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.
 
The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2018 (the “Agreement”) and is scheduled to terminate on the twelfth anniversary of the Final Closing Date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the Partnership is to make investments in and pursue targets that educate, train, and inspire men and women in the United States and around the world to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives and the lives and the lives of those in their communities. In 2018, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.
 
The Company invested in a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LLC was formed in 2021 for the purpose of investing in companies located in emerging markets.  The Limited Liability Company Agreement provides for LLC to continue until dissolved, unless terminated earlier through terms specified in the Operating Agreement. In 2021, the Company entered into a Limited Liability Company Agreement to invest in the LLC.
 
The Company invested in a closed-end LP fund that was formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Delaware under a limited partners agreement (the “Agreement”) in 2024 and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the final closing date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The purpose of the LP is to invest in fire prevention related services. In 2024, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.
 
The Company invested in a LP that was formed pursuant to the laws of the state of Delaware under a limited partnership agreement in 2021 (the “Agreement”) and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the Final Closing Date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The Partnership is organized for the principal purposes of acquiring, holding, supervising, managing and disposing of investment in recapitalization, management buyouts, and corporate divestitures of Portfolio Companies operating in various segments of the U.S. lower middle markets. In 2022, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.
 
The Company invested in a Limited Partnership ("LP") that was formed under the laws of the state of Delaware. The LP was formed in 2024 to provide long-term investment returns. The Limited Partnership Agreement provides for the Fund to continue until dissolved. There are significant restrictions to the dissolution process, which are outlined in the LP Agreement. The Fund invests in listed equity and fixed income securities. In 2025, UG entered into a subscription agreement to invest in the LP.
 
The Company invested in a LP that was formed pursuant to the laws of the state of Delaware under a limited partnership agreement in 2025 (the “Agreement”) and is scheduled to terminate on the tenth anniversary of the Final Closing Date, unless terminated sooner or extended in accordance with the Agreement. The Partnership is organized for the principal purposes of acquiring, holding, supervising, managing and disposing of investment in recapitalization, management buyouts, and corporate divestitures of Portfolio Companies operating in various segments of the U.S. lower middle markets. In 2026, the Company entered into a Limited Partnership Agreement to invest in this LP.
 
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 Consolidated Financial Statements. At June 30, 2026 and December 31, 2025, the Company recognized an other-than-temporary impairment of $0 and $725,032 on an equity security, respectively.
 
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 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, 2026 Amount   Fair Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3 
Assets                   
Equity securities, at cost$13,332,382  $13,332,382  $0  $0  $13,332,382 
Mortgage loans on real estate  27,154,164   27,255,168   0   0   27,255,168 
Notes receivable 4,340,721   4,272,318   0   0   4,272,318 
Policy loans 5,257,448   5,257,448   0   0   5,257,448 
Accrued investment income 1,350,400   1,350,400   0   0   1,350,400 
                    
Liabilities                   
Policy claims and benefits payable 4,009,620   4,009,620   0   0   4,009,620 
Dividend and endowment accumulations 14,419,078   14,419,078   0   0   14,419,078 
 
  Carrying   Estimated             
December 31, 2025 Amount   Fair Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3 
Assets                   
Equity securities, at cost$20,510,250  $20,510,250  $0  $0  $20,510,250 
Mortgage loans on real estate  14,402,304   13,637,402   0   0   13,637,402 
Notes receivable 8,708,417   8,675,239   0   0   8,675,239 
Policy loans 5,361,164   5,361,164   0   0   5,361,164 
Accrued investment income 1,129,139   1,129,139   0   0   1,129,139 
                    
Liabilities                   
Policy claims and benefits payable 3,456,000   3,456,000   0   0   3,456,000 
Dividend and endowment accumulations 14,568,544   14,568,544   0   0   14,568,544 
 
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.
 
Certain equity securities are reported at their cost basis, minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderly transactions for the identical or a similar investment of the same issuer. It is not practicable to estimate their fair values due to insufficient information being available.
 
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.
 
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.
 
The carrying value of accrued investment income approximates its fair value.
 
The carrying amounts reported for policy claims and benefits payable approximates fair value.
 
The carrying value for dividend and endowment accumulations approximates fair value.