Definition

A record of all the claims you have filed in the past. It helps insurers determine your risk level and can affect your premiums.

What to consider

  • Understand the conditions for a premium refund.
  • Keep documentation of claim history.
  • Review refund policies during renewal.

Real world scenarios

  • After a year with few claims, an insurer issued a premium refund to policyholders.
  • A mutual insurance company returned a portion of the premium as a refund to its members.
  • An individual received a premium refund after an overcharge was corrected on his bill.

Related terms

Insurance & Financial Protection