Let’s see about RTI(Return to Invoice) insurance. Owning a dream vehicle is a great desire of every human being in this world. When you buy a vehicle, you should know that its value starts depreciating as soon as it leaves the showroom. This depreciation percentage may seem low at first but it increases with each passing year. To overcome this misery, you should cover your vehicle with Return to Invoice( RTI) coverage.
By now, you may be wondering what a Return to Invoice coverage is and how it works. Here you will get your answer in detail and how valuable it is to you.
What is Return to Invoice (RTI) insurance
Return to Invoice is an add-on which you can purchase with your comprehensive insurance policy. If you are unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident or the car is stolen or got damaged/total loss due to an event, RTI coverage enables you to receive compensation equal to the car’s original invoice value(the exact price you paid for the car). The cost of the RTI depends on the value of the vehicle, how costly it is, and whether the coverage will be that much expensive.
Return to Invoice cover is a useful and economical approach to protecting your car. It helps prevent financial loss in the event of an accident or theft, which is very beneficial for customers who own expensive vehicles. In a normal vehicle insurance cover, the maximum claim amount you can get is limited to the IDV (Insured Declared Value) of the vehicle. What we are trying to explain is that if you have comprehensive car insurance coverage, in case of an accident you will only get back the amount equal to the IDV. Overall, the IDV is less than your car’s Return to Invoice coverage value due to depreciation that occurs over the years.
Few essential points you should know:
If a car is declared a total loss as a result of an accident or another incident, the Return to Invoice coverage reimburses the owner for the worth of the vehicle at the time of purchase. You should choose Return to Invoice cover when you are in a high-risk area or where theft is common.
Return to Invoice coverage is only available when your car is beyond repair and usable for more than 75% of the Insured Declared Value. However, if your car is more than three years old, you are not eligible for this add-on coverage. This protection is only applicable in case of fire, flood, natural/man-made calamities or theft and cannot be used for minor repairs or breakdowns. If your vehicle is stolen and damaged, file an FIR and submit a copy of the FIR to the insurer. Failure to follow these steps will disqualify you from making a claim under RTI cover.
Procedure for applying Return to Invoice coverage
Contact your insurance company to find out if RTI cover is available and details about its terms and conditions.
Read the terms and conditions of the policy carefully to understand your coverage and any exclusions and limits and pay the associated premiums. Once done, keep the document safe for making a claim.
However, Return to Invoice add-on coverage is a great option for individuals who want to protect the value of their vehicle in case of severe damage or theft. It provides a certain level of financial security in the event of an unexpected loss and can be a valuable addition to any auto insurance policy.