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surrender value

American  

noun

Insurance.
  1. cash value.


Etymology

Origin of surrender value

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

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Term life insurance is for a fixed period of time and does not have a cash surrender value.

From MarketWatch

Whole-life insurance, on the other hand, does have a cash surrender value as well as lifetime coverage; for that reason, it’s more expensive.

From MarketWatch

Cash surrender value is only offered when you enroll in a permanent life insurance policy.

From Encyclopedia.com

While having the ability to access the cash surrender value before maturity is an advantage, you can also expect to pay a higher premium if you choose a universal life or whole life policy.

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Initially, the cash surrender value of your policy will be low.

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