Episode 42 | The Blitz Break 🎙️

This week on The Blitz Break, Phil Rasmussen, Buzz Howard, Julie Shroyer, and Justin Ingolia sit down with Gayla Wiley from Old Republic Home Protection for a conversation that dives into one of the most overlooked tools in real estate, home warranties, and how they can create real value for both agents and clients.

Gayla breaks down what a home warranty actually is, how to choose the right policy, and what truly separates a great provider from the rest. From navigating new construction vs. resale homes to building strong partnerships with agents and lenders, this episode is full of practical insights you can put to work immediately.

In this episode, we cover:

🏡 What a home warranty really is and how it protects homeowners

📋 How to choose the right policy for different situations

💡 What sets a great home warranty company apart from the competition

🏗️ New construction vs. resale homes: what agents need to know

🤝 How to partner with a home warranty rep to better serve clients

📣 Marketing tools and strategies to educate and win more business

💪 Gayla’s background, work ethic, and what drives long-term success

📱 Social media strategy and staying relevant in today’s market

📊 The most common home warranty claims and what to expect

Plus, a Mortgage Minute from Buzz and final takeaways you can use to better protect your clients and elevate your business.

If you’re looking for ways to add value, stand out, and create a smoother experience for your clients, this episode is a must-listen.

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💬 Drop a comment: Do you talk to your clients about home warranties, or is it something you’ve been overlooking?

Chapters

00:00:00 — Welcome & Introducing Gayla Wiley

00:00:53 — What Is a Home Warranty?

00:02:09 — Choosing the Right Policy

00:11:25 — What Sets Us Apart from the Competition

00:15:16 — Why Gayla Joined Home Warranty

00:18:37 — New Construction vs. Resale Homes

00:22:48 — How to Partner with a Home Warranty Specialist

00:26:13 — Marketing Tools & Lender Education

00:29:20 — Personal Background & Work Ethic

00:34:27 — Social Media Strategy

00:42:27 — Mortgage Minute

00:46:06 — Top Claims & Final Takeaways