Deductible
Insurance Glossary
The amount a policyholder pays out of pocket on a covered claim before the insurer pays the rest. Raising a deductible lowers the premium and lowers what the insurer owes on each claim. Auto policies usually apply a flat dollar deductible per claim, while home policies may apply a percentage of the dwelling limit for wind, hail or hurricane losses.
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