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National Realtors Conference & Expo – Key Estates 2022

Friday, November 11th, 2022

Booth #110

21st Century Expo 2022

Tuesday, October 18th, 2022

Booth #700

2019 Realtors Conference & Expo

Friday, November 8th, 2019

Build Exchange 2019

Sunday, September 15th, 2019

Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo 2019

Wednesday, August 21st, 2019

Freddy Pesqueira, Account Executive for Key Estates Certified Warranty (affiliate of national new home warranty provider, Residential Warranty Company, LLC), will be attending the Florida Realtor’s Convention & Trade Expo. Key Estates offers coverage on Appliances, Systems & Major Structural […]

Builders Risk – Details Matter

Friday, June 21st, 2019

By Doug Davis, RWC Insurance Advantage Hypothetical situation. Let’s say you’ve been contracted to build a custom home by someone who was referred to you by a satisfied customer. This individual owns the land and is financing the project out [...]

Loss Control – The 7 Basics

Thursday, June 13th, 2019

By Doug Davis, RWC Insurance Advantage Did you know a loss control program can LOWER YOUR INSURANCE COSTS by earning you UP TO 25% DISCOUNT off your first year’s General Liability premium, if you are new to our program, or [...]

That’s the Way it Grows

Thursday, June 6th, 2019

By: Staci Cool, RWC Account Executive The ebb and flow of our real estate market can be quite an exhilarating ride thanks to the rules of unpredictability. This frequently changing industry certainly keeps us all on our toes from day [...]

Before Moving In: The New Home Walk-Through

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

www.nahb.org and www.newhomesource.com Before a homeowner goes to settlement on the purchase of a newly constructed home, you and the homebuyer should do a walk-through to conduct a final inspection. This walk-through will provide an opportunity to spot items which [...]

And the Award Goes To…

Thursday, May 16th, 2019

It’s that time again for us to announce and congratulate the 2018 Sales Awards Winners! The Account Executives recognized this year for their individual efforts and achievements have each generated a great deal of business for the company, logging appointments, [...]

If You’ve Never Considered Modular Construction, Maybe Now’s The Time!

Monday, February 18th, 2019

Due to advancements in technology and the increasing demand for affordable homes, modular construction continues to increase in popularity. In fact, modular home construction can often go toe-to-toe with, or in some cases even out-perform, site-built homes. There are several [...]

When Is A Claim A Claim?

Wednesday, February 6th, 2019

You and your crew have been working hard these past few months. In fact, you’re ahead of schedule. Then, you get a call from one of your jobsites. A woman tripped over a piece of scrap lumber and fell on [...]

International Builders’ Show to Celebrate 75 Years

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019

The year was 1944. Gasoline was 21¢ a gallon, a box of Kelloggs Corn Flakes was 8¢, and Bing Crosby’s voice filled the air waves. 1944 was also the inaugural year of the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS). At that […]

Get to Know Your Account Executive

Thursday, December 20th, 2018

Do you know your Account Executive? Are you aware of everything that your Account Executive (A.E.) can do for you? If you answered no to either of these questions, it is time to get acquainted! Each state is assigned a […]

2018 Membership Drive Brings In Over 200 New Members

Monday, December 10th, 2018

Every year RWC, HOME and MHWC roll up their collective sleeves and launch a membership drive to bring in as many new members as we reasonably can. To keep things interesting, we also run a little contest among the Account […]

2018 Triple Play Convention

Tuesday, December 4th, 2018

Event: 2018 Triple Play Convention Location: Atlantic City, NJ Dates: December 4-5, 2018 Account Executive: Jana Watts Booth #: 229 Every year since 2000, the Triple Play Realtor Convention & Trade Expo has attracted thousands of realtors, brokers, appraisers, and [...]

The Value of Risk Retention Warranties

Thursday, March 8th, 2018

Risk Retention Group (RRG) vs. Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurer This comparison has been an issue for many builders considering joining a new home warranty program or switching their current carrier. Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC) has backed its warranties […]

What Your Homeowners Want To Know – Common Questions Answered

Thursday, February 15th, 2018

You know homebuyers. They always have lots of questions. And not only just for you but they want to know about the products you used in their home. Below are many of the questions we get on a regular basis […]

Selling Homes Without an Express Warranty? Builder Beware!

Thursday, February 1st, 2018

The last couple decades have seen dramatic changes in the relationship between builders and their customers. A generation ago construction defect litigation rarely affected builders. In many jurisdictions, the old legal maxim caveat emptor, or “let the buyer beware”, applied […]

HOME of Texas Welcomes New Account Executive Diana Gomez

Monday, January 29th, 2018

HOME of Texas, with national affiliate RWC, welcomed a new team member to Sales recently, Diana Gomez. Diana joins us as an Account Executive, tasked with not only bringing new members into the HOME of Texas fold but also providing […]

RWC Celebrates 30 Years Exhibiting at the International Builders’ Show

Wednesday, January 24th, 2018

Once a year, the entire building industry focuses its collective sights on innovation, education, and networking at a one-of-a-kind event, the annual International Builders’ Show (IBS). This year’s show was in Orlando, Florida and is always sponsored by the National […]

The Big Picture – What Buyers Want (and Don’t Want)

Thursday, January 18th, 2018

Have you ever wondered if your business is on the right track with home designs, features, and trends? Or maybe you were thinking about jumping into the remodeling game? Still not sure? How does 2.5 million bathroom remodels per year sound? Check […]

Winter Construction Safety

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Construction doesn’t take a break in the winter and for part of the country, that may mean snow, ice, blustery wind, and bitterly cold temperatures. Be sure to prepare your crew for extreme temperatures and the potential additional dangers winter […]

Industry Partnerships Point to Success

Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018

Builders who left the market after the housing crisis in 2008 are witnessing a positive turnaround enabling them to regain traction in today’s market. New builders entering the market for the first time are seeing encouraging results as well. The […]

Are You Cashing In?

Tuesday, November 14th, 2017

Let’s talk about you. Do you build at least 20 homes per year? Or do you build at least $2 million in sales volume? If you can answer yes to either question, have you considered joining our exclusive Incentive program? […]

Fall 2017 Residential Recap

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017

Follow The Rules

Wednesday, September 27th, 2017

Ah, fall is the air. Are you ready for brilliantly colored leaves, pumpkin flavored treats, apple cider, or, ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? George Will once said, “Football combines the worst two things about America: violence punctuated by committee […]

Number Crunch

Thursday, July 27th, 2017

A simple number can really give you perspective. Perhaps you were on the fence about doing more remodeling? Or are trying to brainstorm ideas for a fresh take on the homes you build? Consider these numbers and be inspired to […]

The Claims-Made Gap? Facts vs. Myth in General Liability Coverage

Thursday, June 29th, 2017

When most insurance agents hear the RWC Insurance Advantage offers Claims-made general liability coverage, they warn their general contractor customers to stay away from it. They say you’ll be trapped by the “gap” in coverage that will open up the […]

Before You Dig, Call 811

Friday, June 23rd, 2017

Did you know that there is a specially designated number you should call before starting any digging projects? 811 is the (free) phone number you need to call before digging to protect yourself and others from unintentionally hitting underground utility […]

RWC Sales Team Blooms Nationwide – Welcome Laurie Scotti

Monday, June 12th, 2017

RWC welcomed two new team members to the Sales Department in 2017. Staci Cool was hired in February as an Account Executive covering the territory of Indiana, Illinois, Ohio and Michigan. Not long after that, Laurie Scotti was welcomed to […]

Improve Margins and Maximize Your Bottom Line

Tuesday, June 6th, 2017

As the economy continues to improve, builders are gaining more and more confidence in their business’ future. Tides are shifting from builders only treading water to keep their company afloat, to moving forward and expanding profit margins. The number one […]

Congratulations to Sales Awards Recipients

Friday, May 19th, 2017

Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC), a leading provider of insured new home warranties to the building industry, and its affiliates HOME of Texas (HOME), and MHWC wish to acknowledge and congratulate the 2016 Sales Awards Winners! The Account Executives recognized […]

Safety Tips: Wet Concrete

Friday, April 28th, 2017

Why is it important to worry about safety when it comes to wet concrete? Because concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials there is, which means there are an untold number of workers who are exposed to these hazards […]

Know Your Warranty: Options

Wednesday, April 5th, 2017

Occasionally we will highlight a section of the warranty book just as a reminder of how things work or to demonstrate protections built into the warranties. This time, we thought a reminder of all the various warranty options available to you […]

Challenge Posed During Construction Phase

Thursday, March 23rd, 2017

Building homes is a very complex thing. The National Association of Home Builders estimates that over 3,000 components are used in constructing a house. The single most problematic component for Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC) is the foundation, a wall […]

Build Proud and Show It

Friday, March 17th, 2017

The new home building industry saw positive improvements over the past few years and continues to be on the upswing. The nation’s vacant home inventory is becoming depleted and new homes are being built to meet the demand. Buyers have […]

RWC Welcomes New Account Executive, Staci Cool

Friday, March 10th, 2017

RWC recently welcomed a new member to the Sales team, Staci Cool. Staci joins us as an Account Executive, tasked with not only bringing new members into the RWC fold, but also providing customer service to our current members in […]

RWC Welcomes New Account Executive, Alfred “Freddy” Pesqueira

Friday, November 7th, 2014

Alfred “Freddy” Pesqueira has just completed his training at RWC’s corporate office in Harrisburg, PA. Freddy is now representing our home warranty company as an Account Executive for Alabama, Florida and Georgia. We want to welcome Freddy on board our […]

Blog Archives

National Realtors Conference & Expo – Key Estates 2022

21st Century Expo 2022

2019 Realtors Conference & Expo

Build Exchange 2019

Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo 2019

Builders Risk – Details Matter

Loss Control – The 7 Basics

That’s the Way it Grows

Before Moving In: The New Home Walk-Through

And the Award Goes To…

If You’ve Never Considered Modular Construction, Maybe Now’s The Time!

When Is A Claim A Claim?

International Builders’ Show to Celebrate 75 Years

Get to Know Your Account Executive

2018 Membership Drive Brings In Over 200 New Members

2018 Triple Play Convention

The Value of Risk Retention Warranties

What Your Homeowners Want To Know – Common Questions Answered

Selling Homes Without an Express Warranty? Builder Beware!

HOME of Texas Welcomes New Account Executive Diana Gomez

RWC Celebrates 30 Years Exhibiting at the International Builders’ Show

The Big Picture – What Buyers Want (and Don’t Want)

Winter Construction Safety

Industry Partnerships Point to Success

Are You Cashing In?

Fall 2017 Residential Recap

Follow The Rules

Number Crunch

The Claims-Made Gap? Facts vs. Myth in General Liability Coverage

Before You Dig, Call 811

RWC Sales Team Blooms Nationwide – Welcome Laurie Scotti

Improve Margins and Maximize Your Bottom Line

Congratulations to Sales Awards Recipients

Safety Tips: Wet Concrete

Know Your Warranty: Options

Challenge Posed During Construction Phase

Build Proud and Show It

RWC Welcomes New Account Executive, Staci Cool

RWC Welcomes New Account Executive, Alfred “Freddy” Pesqueira

Get In Touch

Homeowners: Confirm Your Warranty

Builders: Sign Up for Product Announcements & Special Offers

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