How are insurance premiums calculated?

Insurance premiums are calculated by the insurance company based on the amount of risk that the company must take on when providing coverage for an individual or a group. The most common factors taken into account include the age and sex of the policyholder, the type of vehicle being insured, the person’s driving history, and the amount of coverage being requested. Insurance companies in Minnesota also assess the value of the vehicle, the likelihood of the vehicle being damaged, the number of miles driven each year, and the location of the vehicle. The company then applies its own actuarial tables to come up with the amount of the premium that should be charged to ensure the company can cover the expenses associated with any claims that may be made. Ultimately, the premium is determined by the amount of risk that the company must assume, combined with the amount of coverage that the policyholder is seeking.

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