About Policyvalue

An independent journal for understanding policy value

We explain how insurance terms work and give you tools to compare needs with cover. We do not sell insurance, and we do not rate insurers.

Why the journal exists

Insurance documents are dense and the costs of misunderstanding them can be high. Policyvalue turns common questions about gaps, deductibles and liability into structured explanations you can check for yourself.

Editorial independence

Policyvalue is not an insurer, broker or agent, and it is not paid to promote any product. Content is written to explain concepts, not to steer readers toward a provider. If that ever changes, the change will be stated clearly on this page.

Rating and methodology approach

Policyvalue does not publish ratings or rankings of insurers or policies. Our calculators use a consistent method: state a need, state what responds, and show the difference.

1. Need

Costs you would need to cover, as you define them.

2. Response

Cover, limits and savings you could rely on.

3. Gap

The difference, with the formula shown.

Data sourcing

The calculators contain no built-in insurer data, prices or statistics. They work only on the values you enter. Guides describe general concepts; where a specific rule or figure matters, we will link to its primary source, such as a regulator or a policy document.

Data standards

  • Amounts are treated as U.S. dollars and validated as non-negative numbers.
  • Every calculator states its formula, assumptions and limitations next to the result.
  • Examples are labelled illustrative and are not drawn from real people or insurers.

Ethics and transparency

We do not invent experts, testimonials, ratings, certifications or regulatory approvals, and we do not claim any. We correct errors when we find them and welcome corrections through the contact page.

Privacy and data handling

Calculator figures are processed in your browser and are not sent to or stored by these tools. The contact form opens your email app to send a message, so anything you write is handled by your email provider and by us once received. Please do not send policy numbers, medical details or other sensitive information.

Limitations and disclaimer

Everything on Policyvalue is general information for education. It is not personal insurance, legal, tax or financial advice, and it does not guarantee premiums, coverage, claims outcomes or savings. Policies and laws vary by insurer and state, so confirm details with your insurer or a licensed professional.