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Definition of 'Valuation Clause'

A provision in certain insurance policies that specifies the amount of money that the policy holder will receive from the insurer if an insured event occurs. The valuation clause stipulates a fixed amount of money that will be paid for insured property in the event of a loss. Several types of valuation clauses can be written, including replacement cost, actual cash value, stated amount and agreed value.
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Investopedia explains 'Valuation Clause'

An insurance policy's valuation clause is important because it determines the dollar amount that will be paid in the event of a loss. Because different types of valuation clauses can be used, policyholders should review insurance policy details to determine if adequate coverage is in place.

Valuation clauses can be based on:

Replacement cost: the cost to repair or replace property using the same level of quality as in the original property.

Actual cash value: the cost of repairing or replacing the property, minus any depreciation.

Stated amount: the maximum value of an insured item.

Agreed value: a fair market value to which to insurer and insured agree.

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