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The Appraisal Clause: The One Thing Your Insurance Company Hopes You Never Find Out About

If your insurance company is lowballing your total loss claim, there's a clause buried in your policy that changes everything. It's called the appraisal clause, and it forces your insurer into an independent valuation process. In my experience, it typically results in settlements $3,000 to $25,000+ higher than the original offer. Here's how it works and why your insurance company hopes you never find out about it.

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Understanding the Appraisal Clause: What to Do When You Disagree with Your Insurance Company’s Offer

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