Building & Construction News

Keep up with the latest news in the building and construction industry. From new industry regulations to trends in the housing market, we aim to keep all of our builders well-informed and equipped to build superior homes.

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Mandatory Arbitration Upheld by Courts: A Case Study by RWC Warranty Resolution

All of RWC’s home warranty programs feature mandatory binding arbitration of Unresolved Warranty Issues.* RWC and its builder members have been very successful at persuading courts to recognize and enforce the warranty’s mandatory binding arbitration provision. Courts across the country have removed cases from the courthouse and directed them to […]

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Imitation is the Highest Form of Flattery

RWC’s been around for over 30 years and we have 3 million home warranties under our belt. We think we know a thing or two about the home warranty industry and we don’t really lose sleep over what “the other guys” are doing.  That’s because our home warranty programs are […]

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Real Estate Pros: 5 Perks of RWC’s New Home Warranties

As a real estate professional, why should you care about new home warranties? What’s in it for you? Here’s 5 perks of having a solid RWC home warranty in place - perks that benefit both you, the builder, and the potential buyer:   It Just Looks Good As a Real […]

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Structural Defects: Yes, We Cover and Resolve Them [Case Study]

Yes, our builder warranties cover structural defects! That structural coverage is just one of the many benefits of RWC’s home warranty programs. Providing an RWC warranty on your homes reduces your liability and assures you that your homeowners are protected for covered structural defects for the entire term of the […]

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Arbitration? It Works!

As hopefully you are aware, all of RWC’s home warranty programs include our effective home warranty resolution process which includes mediation and, if needed, formal arbitration. We are asked from time to time if the system works...or in other words, if the warranty is “worth it.” So from time to […]

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Set Yourself Apart with RWC’s Insured Home Warranties

Finally, after several lean years, the new home building industry is enjoying improvement. The nation’s vacant home inventory is virtually depleted and new homes are being built again to meet the demand. Interest rates are still low and buyers have more confidence, so not only are homes being built, but […]

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15 Advantages of RWC’s Customized State Warranty Program

If you are new to RWC and have never reviewed our home warranty plans, especially our Customized State Warranty Program, now’s the time! The Customized State Warranty (CSW) is the most unique and specialized home warranty program in the industry. Each customized warranty is specifically crafted in adherence to each […]

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RWC’S Warranty Express Streamlines Membership Renewal

Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC), a new home warranty provider since 1981, has unveiled a new online membership renewal process for builders. Warranty Express is currently the system used for Members to enroll homes online and is being expanded to include membership renewals.  When a renewal package is ready for […]

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WPMIC Celebrates 12 Continuous Years of “Excellent” Ratings!

For the twelfth straight year, Western Pacific Mutual Insurance Company, a Risk Retention Group (WPMIC) has earned an A.M. Best rating of “A- (Excellent)” and is rock-steady financially as it surpassed $100 million in surplus in 2013. WPMIC is the insurer for new home warranties provided by Residential Warranty Company, […]

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RWC Offers Options to Remodelers

Flexible Remodeler Warranty Offers Choices!  Residential Warranty Company, LLC (RWC) recently revised its Remodelers Warranty Program, making it more flexible and user-friendly than ever, to deal with an ever growing and challenging renovation market. With revamped coverage and options and a thorough screening process, RWC is poised to help Remodelers […]

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