Builders, manufacturers and remodelers have new opportunities moving their way. As Sun Belt City populations grow, the need for new homes, remodels, additions and communities arise. Protect your investment with an RWC, HOME of Texas or MHWC warranty. Not only will the warranty limit your liability and give you the competitive edge, but it will also add value to your home and give your homebuyer that peace of mind they crave. Read on to learn more about this shift to warmer climates and be sure to take advantage of the many benefits RWC and affiliates have to offer.

The sun is shining, literally and metaphorically, on many states located within the Sun Belt. New data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that more people are choosing to leave the northern regions of the country, especially the Midwest, to settle in warmer climates.

The data includes population estimates and analysis of population changes for U.S. counties and metro areas, providing statistics for total population change, shifts in population due to natural increase, and domestic and international migration between July 1, 2014, and July 1, 2015, the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University reports.

The general trend shows that Sun Belt counties and metros — specifically, suburban counties in the South — are attracting the most new residents.

Texas, in particular, has been drawing people from other parts of the country, with Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth experiencing more growth than anywhere else in the U.S., gaining 159,000 and 145,000 people, respectively. A little further down the list are two other Texas metros, Austin-Round Rock and San Antonio, each of which grew by about 50,000 people. Combined, the population gain for these four Texas metros is 412,000, the highest total for any state. Florida, California, Georgia, and Washington round out the top five.

The counties that experienced the greatest population growth were also located in the southern and western regions of the Sun Belt. Harris County, Texas, and Maricopa County, Arizona, were the top two. All of the top 30 counties, in terms of population growth, were located in the West or the South.

Further breakdown of the overall population gains shows that Americans are seeking the sun. Domestic migration was also trending toward Sun Belt states with the top 10 counties for net population influx being located in Arizona, Florida, Nevada, and Texas. Many of the counties that appealed to domestic migrants also appealed to international migrants. However, some places, such as Los Angeles County, had high international migration but actually lost domestic migrants.

On the flip side, among the top 100 metros, Chicago had the biggest net population loss, with a drop of 6,200. Pittsburgh was next, losing 5,000 residents.

Source: Professional Builder

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RWC established this program over 25 years ago as a way to reward our members for their good claims experience. Since then, RWC and affiliates have distributed $21.5 million in Incentive distributions back to Incentive members.

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RWC’s new home warranties are packed with “value added” features – features that provide heightened security, resale value, and an important measure of peace of mind for homeowners.

Yes, it’s essential that you have a strong home warranty under your belt to ensure home protection; but don’t just stop there. There are additional ways to ensure your home holds up over time, including seasonal maintenance inspections.

A part of being a responsible homeowner is checking on things before they go haywire. Inspecting your home on a regular basis and following good maintenance practices is one of the surest ways to keep your home happy all year long. Plus, these regularly scheduled seasonal maintenance inspections can help prevent costly problems from occurring.

If you haven’t completed your fall maintenance inspection, there’s no time like the present! Fall is the time to get your home ready for the coming winter, which is often the most grueling season for your home.

There are a number of indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks to complete each fall. 'Tis the season to service your heating system, check your chimneys and electrical systems, clean your chimneys, gutters and ridge vents, fortify your home’s exterior, check the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, and so on. Though tempting, it’s important that you do not overlook these important tasks. If you do, you are likely to pay…literally. Plus, many of these items left undone can be major safety hazards.

For a complete fall maintenance checklist, we invite you to take a look at our handy resource.

And remember, if you don’t have the time or energy to conduct these periodic home maintenance inspections yourself, there’s always the option of paying someone to do the dirty work! Either way, it’s in your home’s best interest to get these seasonal items checked off your list of to-dos.

Questions regarding RWC’s home warranties? Don’t hesitate to contact us. Discover the value of an RWC homeowner warranty today!

RWC’s new home warranties are packed with “value added” features - features that provide heightened security, resale value, and an important measure of peace of mind for homeowners.

Yes, it’s essential that you have a strong home warranty in place to ensure home protection, but don’t just stop there. There are additional ways to ensure your home holds up over time, including seasonal maintenance inspections.

A part of being a responsible homeowner is checking on things before they go haywire. Inspecting your home on a regular basis and following good maintenance practices is one of the surest ways to keep your home in tiptop shape all year long. Plus, these regularly scheduled seasonal maintenance inspections can help prevent costly problems from occurring.

If you haven’t completed your summer maintenance inspection, there’s no time like the present! There are a number of indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks to complete each summer including repairing walkways and steps, painting, checking your chimney and roof, etc. Though tempting, it’s important that you do not put these important tasks off. If you do, odds are, you will pay...literally.

For a comprehensive summer maintenance checklist, we invite you to use this handy resource.

And remember, if you don’t have the time or energy to conduct these periodic home maintenance inspections yourself, there’s always the option of paying someone! Either way, it’s in your home’s best interest to get these periodic inspections done.

Questions regarding RWC’s home warranties? Don’t hesitate to contact us. Discover the value of an RWC homeowner warranty today!