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Is gap insurance required in Florida?

I’m about to sign the papers on a new car. Because I needed a loan to get the vehicle, I’m not exactly sure what type of insurance I need. Does Florida require borrowers to get gap insurance?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Gap insurance
is not required in
Florida
, so don’t feel pressured to buy it.
However, it’s often a good idea if you don’t have a ton of extra savings. Your car can lose over 10% of its value when you drive it off the lot. In the event of an accident, the car insurance company will pay you the actual cash value, which is often less than the balance on your loan. Gap insurance pays this difference so you don’t have to, making it a smart consideration in some cases.
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