{"id":37126,"date":"2022-03-10T11:43:40","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T11:43:40","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=37126"},"modified":"2022-03-10T11:43:40","modified_gmt":"2022-03-10T11:43:40","slug":"what-is-actual-cash-value","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Insurance Calculate the Value of a Car?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Accidents or your car getting totaled by it can bring a lot of trauma for you. But, what makes it more traumatic is when the insurance company starts the valuation of the car. When your car is totaled and you file a claim, the insurance company will pay you your car\u2019s actual cash value (ACV), less your deductible. If you have been through this, you know how frustrating it is to accept the auto insurance company\u2019s assessment of your car\u2019s value.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The estimate will be lower than you expected, and it is sometimes inadequate to cover what they still owe on the car. You\u2019ll have questions about how the insurance company arrived at such a value. You can negotiate for a higher payout with them if you know the basics of how insurance companies value cars. Continue reading to know in detail about this and the actual cash value.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#How_do_insurance_companies_determine_a_cars_value\" >How do insurance companies determine a car\u2019s value?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#What_is_the_actual_cash_value_of_my_car\" >What is the actual cash value of my car?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#How_do_insurance_companies_determine_the_ACV_of_my_totaled_car\" >How do insurance companies determine the ACV of my totaled car?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#Actual_cash_value_vs_Replacement_cost_of_a_car\" >Actual cash value vs. Replacement cost of a car\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#The_depreciation_problem_of_ACV\" >The depreciation problem of ACV\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#Replacement_cost_insurance\" >Replacement cost insurance\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#How_can_I_negotiate_the_actual_cash_value_of_my_car\" >How can I negotiate the actual cash value of my car?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/what-is-actual-cash-value\/#Some_key_info\" >Some key info\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_insurance_companies_determine_a_cars_value\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How do insurance companies determine a car\u2019s value?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can file a claim with your insurance company when your car gets totaled in an accident or flood. Usually, these are covered if you have collision and comprehensive insurance. Or, you can file a claim against the at-fault driver\u2019s car liability insurance if you don\u2019t have such coverage. Then the insurance adjuster will inspect your car and decide the actual cash value if it is declared a total loss. Be mindful that the definition of ACV differs based on the state.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cheap-car-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/5.png\" alt=\"Find the cheapest insurance policy for your car\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_actual_cash_value_of_my_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is the actual cash value of my car?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your car\u2019s actual cash value is how much it costs in the current condition or what you could reasonably get for it if you sell it today. It includes a value reduction for depreciation. And, since cars depreciate as soon as you drive them off the lot, the ACV of your vehicle will be less than what you paid for it, even if it isn\u2019t that old. You have to file a claim once when your car becomes a total loss. The insurer will reimburse you after the inspection, minus your deductible. For instance, assume your five-year-old car is totaled, and you need to file a claim for the damage. The insurance company may decide that the car has lost one-third of its value due to depreciation and wear and tear over the past five years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_insurance_companies_determine_the_ACV_of_my_totaled_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How do insurance companies determine the ACV of my totaled car?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While the process varies depending on the insurance company, some common factors calculate a vehicle\u2019s actual cash value.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The age of the car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pre-loss condition of the car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The car\u2019s mileage at the time of total loss<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Any previous accidents or damage<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Depreciation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you\u2019ve made any alterations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The resale and salvage value of the car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The selling price of similar cars in your area<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Actual_cash_value_vs_Replacement_cost_of_a_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Actual cash value vs. Replacement cost of a car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The ACV considers the car\u2019s depreciation while determining its value. Depreciation indicates the loss of a car\u2019s value after purchasing it. Various factors like the year, make, model of the car, wear and tear, mileage, and accident history impact a car\u2019s depreciation.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">At the same time, replacement cost is what you need to pay to buy a new version of the same or a similar car. This amount is higher than the actual cash value.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_depreciation_problem_of_ACV\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">The depreciation problem of ACV<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even if you used the car for just a year, the actual cash value would be significantly lower than what you paid for your car. Experts say that driving a new car from the lot depreciates its value by around 10% and further decreases to 20% by the end of the first year. Be aware that your insurers can penalize you for the total distance covered to the stains on the upholstery within that year. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Replacement_cost_insurance\"><\/span><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/new-car-replacement-insurance-is-it-worth-the-extra-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Replacement cost insurance<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The actual cash value insurance won\u2019t be enough to get you a new car. So, buying a car insurance policy that pays the replacement cost insurance can solve this problem. This policy uses the same methodology to find a car\u2019s valuation. However, it then pays you the current market rate for the new car in the same class as your totaled vehicle. Replacement cost insurance can have significantly higher monthly premiums than traditional car insurance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_negotiate_the_actual_cash_value_of_my_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How can I negotiate the actual cash value of my car?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When the company comes with a settlement offer, they should include a written explanation of how they arrived at the figure. Ask for the valuation report if not included. If you disapprove of the settlement offer, you have the option of rejecting it and negotiating a new settlement figure. However, it\u2019s always good to conduct research before making a counteroffer. These are some documentation you need to include to support a counter offer. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Make a list of the features of your car. Ensure to point out any special features that the adjuster ignored, like leather seats or an entertainment package. You can also bargain for the price of permanently attached equipment, such as wheelchair lifts or toolboxes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Try to find out the car\u2019s estimated retail value.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Find out the comparable sales of similar vehicles in your area.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Here&#8217;s more <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/how-to-get-best-settlement-for-your-totaled-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">info<\/a> on how to get the best settlement for your car!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_key_info\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some key info<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The insurance company determines the payout based on the value of the vehicle you were driving before the accident that wrecked it.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your insurance company will pay you the car\u2019s actual cash value if your car gets into a total loss accident.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">You may be able to contest the insurance company\u2019s valuation of your totaled car if you disapprove of it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Add a replacement car or gap insurance to your policy to ensure that you get enough compensation to replace the totaled car or pay off your loan or lease.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Here\u2019s more info on\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>top-rated airport parking<\/em><\/a><em>,\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>the best parking spots in your city<\/em><\/a><em>, the most\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>affordable insurance<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0for your car, and\u00a0<\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" 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you. But, what makes it more traumatic is when the insurance company starts the valuation of the car. 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