Definition

A charge imposed to cover the costs of government oversight in the insurance industry. It ensures companies follow rules and protect consumers.

What to consider

  • Read disclosures thoroughly before committing.
  • Ask questions about any unclear points.
  • Compare disclosures across similar products.

Real world scenarios

  • A new insurance policy came with a detailed financial product disclosure explaining all terms and fees.
  • An investor read the financial product disclosure before purchasing a variable annuity.
  • A customer reviewed the disclosure document to understand all costs associated with a financial product.

Related terms

Insurance & Financial Protection