Estimating & Workflow
Contingency fee
A fee paid only when the claim or the work succeeds, usually a percentage of what is recovered. Public adjusters commonly work on contingency, and some states cap the amount. The arrangement must be written and disclosed before the work starts so the percentage and its basis are clear.
Common questions
What does "Contingency fee" mean in Xactimate estimating?
A fee paid only when the claim or the work succeeds, usually a percentage of what is recovered. Public adjusters commonly work on contingency, and some states cap the amount. The arrangement must be written and disclosed before the work starts so the percentage and its basis are clear.
Where does "Contingency fee" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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