Insurance Reinstatement Valuations (IRVs) – FAQs

Insurance Reinstatement Valuations (IRVs) – FAQs

What is an insurance reinstatement value? The reinstatement cost of a property (sometimes called the Declared Value) is the amount it would cost to totally rebuild the property if it was totally destroyed.  So, for example, a fire burned your property down, or if it...
What is a sinking fund?

What is a sinking fund?

What is a sinking fund? A sinking fund, also known as a reserve fund, is a separate fund set up on behalf of the homeowners to cover routine/unforeseen repairs and major works on common areas of the property. What is the benefit of a sinking fund? A sinking fund adds...
What is a listed building?

What is a listed building?

A listed building is a building or structure that is considered ‘special’. To become listed, a building must meet criteria that has been set by Scottish government. The criteria for listing includes, · Age and rarity · Architectural interest · Historical...