What does Deductible Mean and how does it affect my Premium?
Thursday, April 30th, 2009
When you purchase an insurance policy there are generally two types of costs associated with the policy: the premium and the deductible. The premium will likely be either twice a year or in monthly installments. This rate is based on your driving history, what kind of car you drive, etc. The deductible is the portion that will not be covered by the premium. Usually the minimum deductible is $500. Typically, if you choose a lower deductible, your premium may be higher. If you choose to have a higher deductible, your premium should be lower. The costs vary so that insurance companies can stay competitive with their rates.
A typical deductible will cover claims that would arise from damage to or the loss of the owner’s vehicle. The damage can be caused by accidents, vandalism or theft. When damage occurs, the policy holder is responsible for the deductible, and the insurance company will be responsible for the rest, depending on the policy. Let’s look at a simple example.
If you were to get into a car accident and the total damage was $2500, with a deductible of $500, the policy owner pays the $500 and the insurance company would pay the remaining $2000.
Insurance is essential to saving money. If you don’t have insurance and you are in an accident, you can be held be responsible for all damages and medical injuries as a result of the accident.
For more information please contact your PoliSeek insurance policy representative.
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