Actual Cash Value (ACV)
Insurance Glossary
A method of settling a claim that pays the cost to replace damaged property minus depreciation for its age, wear and condition. A ten year old roof settled at actual cash value pays less than what a new roof costs to install, and the difference is the policyholder's to cover. Policies written on an actual cash value basis generally cost less than replacement cost policies, and some insurers apply it only to specific items such as roof surfaces or older personal property.
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