Deficiency Reserve


Definition of "Deficiency reserve"

Shannon Mooneyham
  Only Way Realty

Addition to reserves of a life insurance company required by various states because the valuation premium is greater than the GROSS PREMIUM. Without a deficiency reserve, the normal reserve by itself would be less than the actual reserve required.


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