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Dealer Reinsurance Audit Checklist: How to Review Fees, Claims, and Net Premium Like an Owner
Are you truly capturing the profit your dealer reinsurance program is designed to retain? This in-depth audit checklist walks through ceding fees, claims adjudication costs, premium taxes, and net premium reconciliation so you can evaluate your structure with clarity and control.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Feb 276 min read


How Dealers Should Choose the Right F&I and Reinsurance Partner at NADA
NADA week brings no shortage of F&I and reinsurance pitches, but not all programs are built the same. This guide helps dealers cut through the noise, understand fee structures, evaluate long-term risk, and choose partners that support sustainable growth beyond the show floor.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jan 316 min read


Introducing Dealer-Reinsurance.com: A Clear, Educational Resource for Dealers
Dealer-Reinsurance.com was created to bring clarity and transparency to dealer reinsurance. The site focuses on explaining reinsurance program structures, administrative costs, and administrator differences through educational articles, expert interviews, and real-world insights. Its purpose is to help dealers understand how reinsurance works and determine which program and administrator are the best fit for their dealership’s size, goals, and long-term strategy.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Jan 123 min read


Dealer Reinsurance Is Not the Problem. Lack of Transparency Is.
Dealer reinsurance can be one of the most powerful wealth-building tools in a dealership, but only when it is fully understood. Without transparency, operating a reinsurance program is like steering a ship while blind, increasing the risk of hidden fees, misaligned structures, and underperformance. Learn why side-by-side comparisons and clear visibility are essential to long-term profitability.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Dec 26, 20254 min read


Dealer Reinsurance in 2026: CFC, Super CFC, and DOWC Explained
Dealer reinsurance has evolved beyond the traditional CFC. Today, dealers can choose between a CFC, Super CFC, or DOWC to capture more of their F&I profit, defer taxes, and control how capital is invested and accessed. Each structure has advantages depending on your dealership’s size and goals. This article explains how these options differ in setup, accounting, scalability, and cash flow — and how to select the right one to build long-term wealth.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Oct 13, 20258 min read


Dealer Reinsurance: How Evolving CFC Options Are Changing the Game
Dealer reinsurance is evolving beyond the limits of traditional CFC structures. New “super CFC” programs from leaders like Portfolio, iA American, Protective, AGWS, and DOWC are adopting retail-based accounting, expanding premium capacity, and offering greater investment flexibility. These structures combine the compliance of a CFC with the flexibility of a DOWC, giving dealers powerful new tools to grow wealth and plan for the future.

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Oct 4, 20253 min read


The Next Evolution: Why the Super CFC is a Game-Changer for Dealerships
The Super CFC is redefining dealership profit strategies by combining the tax advantages of a traditional Controlled Foreign Corporation (CF

Michael Dean Aufmuth
Aug 14, 20251 min read
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