(A) The association, pursuant to the provisions of this article and the plan of operation, and with respect to essential property insurance on insurable property, has the power on behalf of its members to:
(1) cause to be issued policies of insurance to applicants;
(2) assume reinsurance from its members;
(3) cede reinsurance to its members and to purchase reinsurance on risks insured by the association in amounts that are in accordance with procedures adopted by the board;
(4) receive, hold, and transfer personal and real property in the name of the association;
(5) contract for goods and services that may not be reasonably performed by its employees;
(6) solicit and accept goods, loans, grants, etc. in the name of the association;
(7) borrow funds; and
(8) issue bonds, surplus notes, or other debentures.
(B) The association, pursuant to the provisions of this article and the plan of operation, and with respect to essential property insurance on insurable property, shall perform other acts necessary or proper to effectuate the purpose of this subsection.