Question

True or false: you always want the lowest possible deductible because it means you will pay less out of pocket in case of a loss.

Answer 1

The correct answer is false.

The given statement is false, why? You cannot always want the lowest deductible since it may only be applied once something has happened that points out towards you, or in other words, it is your fault. An example of lowest deductible is when you get into a car accident and it was your fault, the total repair cost of the vehicle is at 1,400.00 dollars, your lowest deductible would be around 500 dollars, wherein you have to add it to the balance before your insurance company pays for the rest