Founded in 1958, United Teacher Associates Insurance Company became a subsidiary of Great American Financial Resources in 1999. For United Teacher Associates (UTA), the three "Rs" are really reading, writing, and retirement. Doing business as United Teacher Associates Insurance Company, it offers a mix of life insurance, disability insurance, and other products. The company helps teachers prepare for their golden years with tax-deferred annuities, long-term care, and Medicare supplement insurance. UTA is licensed to operate throughout most of the US (46 states) but its business is concentrated in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Its products are distributed through independent agents.