How a Percentage Deductible is Calculated

A percentage deductible is a type of insurance deductible where the amount you’re responsible for paying out of pocket is calculated based on a percentage of the insured value of your property, rather than a fixed dollar amount. Here’s how it’s typically calculated Percentage deductibles are often used in property insurance policies like homeowners insurance …

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ACV Policy vs RPS Policy

An “ACV” (Actual Cash Value) and an “RPS” (Replacement Cost with Partial Settlement) schedule are both methods used by insurance companies to determine how much they will pay out for a claim, particularly for property damage. Here’s the difference between the two Actual Cash Value (ACV): Replacement Cost with Partial Settlement (RPS) schedule: In summary, …

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What is an ACV policy?

Imagine your roof sustains storm damage, and it will cost $10,000 to replace it with a new one. With an ACV policy: With an RCV policy: In summary, an ACV policy reimburses you based on the depreciated value of the damaged property, typically calculated by considering factors like age and wear and tear. An RCV …

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