As a real estate agent, you wear many hats. One of them is being your client’s guide when it comes to home service warranties. Here’s what that responsibility looks like:
- Educate the Buyer – Your buyers need to understand what a home service warranty is, what it covers, and what it doesn’t. Clarity upfront prevents surprises down the road.
- Offer Opinions & Guidance – Clients naturally look to you for advice during the entire process. They’ll likely ask who you recommend for a home service warranty, so having trusted providers in mind builds credibility.
- Protect Your Clients Beyond Closing – A Home-Tech Home Service Warranty is a powerful way to protect your clients when they’re most financially vulnerable. It can be purchased before closing, during the transaction, or even after the sale. By offering this, you position yourself as an agent who cares about your clients long after the deal is done.
Benefits of Offering a Home Service Warranty
Why do so many Realtors suggest home service warranties? Here’s why:
- Financial Protection for Clients – A home service warranty covers costly repairs and replacements for major systems and appliances, including air conditioning, appliances, plumbing, and electrical. This sets you apart as an agent who protects clients beyond the sale.
- Better Buyer Experience – Many buyers underestimate the ongoing costs of homeownership. A home service warranty helps ease them into the process.
- A Competitive Edge for Sellers – In a tough market, including a home service warranty can make listings—especially older homes—more attractive.
- Peace of Mind for First-Time Buyers – Buyers don’t want to face unexpected expenses right after a down payment. A home service warranty helps eliminate that fear.
When buyers realize just how expensive repairs can be, it can be intimidating. But knowing a home service warranty will cover breakdowns from everyday wear and tear makes them feel more confident, and often more interested in moving forward. As a buyer’s agent, you can even offer to purchase the warranty yourself if the seller doesn’t. That extra step builds trust and helps you earn referrals.
Why Should Agents Partner with a Home Service Warranty Company?
There are two big reasons why real estate agents should build relationships with home service warranty providers:
- Buyer Protection – A home service warranty plan shields your buyers’ budgets after they’ve taken ownership, helping them manage unexpected repair costs.
- Seller Advantage – A home service warranty can make a listing stand out in a crowded market and help it sell faster.
But the benefits extend to you as an agent, too. Partnering with a trusted company like Home-Tech can:
- Protect your transaction
- Speed up your sales process
- Enhance your clients’ homeownership experience
Things to Consider When Choosing a Home Service Warranty Partner
Not all home service warranty companies are created equal. Before recommending one, consider:
- Reputation & Reliability – How long have they been in business? Do they subcontract repairs or handle them in-house? Are they available for emergency calls 24/7 or only during business hours?
- Full Disclosure – If you’re receiving any credit or incentive, you must disclose it. Clients should know their options and have the freedom to purchase a warranty, or not, on their own.
The Value of Partnering with Home-Tech
When you choose a local, employee-owned company like Home-Tech, you get a trusted partner who can:
- Protect your transactions from last-minute issues
- Help your listings sell faster
- Give your clients an improved homeownership experience
For buyers, it reduces financial strain right after purchase. For sellers, it makes their property more appealing in a competitive market. And for you, it builds stronger client relationships that turn into more referrals.
Whether you’re listing a home for the first time or trying to move one that’s been sitting, a Home-Tech Service Warranty can be the differentiator you need.
Partner with us and give your clients peace of mind, while boosting your reputation as the agent who goes above and beyond.
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