Special Charge


Definition of "Special charge"

Tracy Epting
  Texas Realty Cafe

Any fee imposed on insurance companies by a state. Insurers pay special taxes, including premium taxes and franchise taxes. In addition, various states have their own special charges to cover costs of such things as maintaining fire departments, licensing agents, or filing reports.


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