Liberty Mutual Group's deal to purchase Seattle-based Safeco Corp. got thumbs-up from representatives of two independent agent's associations, but rating agencies were less enthusiastic.

Robert A. Rusbuldt, president and chief executive officer of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, called the announcement good news for independent agents.

"Liberty Mutual and its regional agency companies are 100 percent committed to the system," he said. "We are pleased that they are so committed to the independent agency system and now will be one of the largest independent agency companies in the country."

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