Rate Table
A clear, tabular listing of base rates, multipliers, and any tiered pricing that allows quick lookup and import into rating engines.
A concise rate sheet ensures consistency between underwriting, billing, and regulatory filings; it reduces disputes, supports auditability, and documents the basis for premium calculations.
Typical preparers and recipients range across underwriting, distribution, and regulatory teams; each party needs different details and formats.
Tailor the level of technical detail to the reader: actuaries need formulas and exhibits while sales teams need clear premium examples by coverage and territory.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email link or SMS code for signer verification |
| Conditional Fields | Show actuarial attachments only when indicated by product |
| Templates | Save approved rate sheet formats for reuse |
| Notifications | Auto-notify stakeholders at each approval step |
A clear, tabular listing of base rates, multipliers, and any tiered pricing that allows quick lookup and import into rating engines.
A concise description or equation for how premiums are calculated including units of exposure and any applicable modifiers.
Start and end dates, renewal terms, and language on interim adjustments to avoid ambiguity on applicability.
Explicit geographic boundaries or state lists tied to rate differentials and regulatory jurisdiction notes for filings.
Actuarial reports, loss data, and statistical exhibits that document the basis for rate development and support regulatory submissions.
Signed approval block, contact for authorized approver, and an audit trail showing who changed rates and when.
Allow 5–15 business days for actuarial and legal review
State review varies; plan 30–90 days typical
Communicate rate changes at least 30 days before effective date
Schedule 1–4 weeks for rating engine updates
Date when the new premium calculations begin
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| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |
An underwriting team compiles base rates and exhibits for a state filing
A broker needs a simplified rate summary for client comparison
Assess integrations, format support, and authentication options before moving rate sheets to an electronic workflow.
Choose a platform that provides secure storage, a complete audit trail, and connectors to your underwriting and billing systems to minimize manual rekeying.
Compile rates, exhibits, and actuarial data for internal review.
Secure approvals from underwriting, actuarial, and legal before filing.
Submit to the state department and respond to any deficiency notices.
Publish rates and update rating systems on the specified effective date.