Your heating system could leave you out in the cold.

This was the subject line of an email I received from American Home Shield.  This winter has seemed to me to be colder than the winters of the past few years.  It would seem reasonable to think that most buyers do not give much thought to the heating system of a house they are considering purchasing.

That is why a home warranty is important. For those just in case times that arise. The email went on to state what should be fairly obvious; "Did you know that Home Insurance does not cover your home from major appliance breakdowns?" If you were not aware, you are now.

You might want to consider having a home warranty on your home.  You can visit this link to get a free quote.

What does a home warranty cover?

An American Home Shield home warranty covers:

• Heating
• A/C
• Ductwork
• Plumbing
• Whirlpool motor and pump
• Plumbing Stoppages
• Water heaters
• Electrical
• Exhaust vent/attic fans
• Built in microwaves
• Dishwashers
• Garbage disposals
• Range/ovens/cooktops
• Trash compactors

For specific details and costs involved with the warranty plan and servicing fee, contact us for a free brochure. If you are buying or selling your home, you should include a home warranty as part of the package.

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You need a home warranty when buying or selling a home

- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255

What are the repair obligations to the home seller when using the FAR contract?

The FAR 9 (4/07) contract which is the purchase agreement contract created by the Florida Association of Realtors outlines the seller's obligation for warranted items, inspections and repairs. The items the home seller is responsible to maintain, repair or warrant include:

• Major appliances
• Heating & cooling
• Major mechanical items
• Electrical
• Security system
• Sprinkler system
• Septic system
• Plumbing
• Pool equipment
• Seawall
• Dock
• Roof, doors, windows & the pool all must be sound and watertight
• Missing screens and missing roof tiles to be repaired or replaced

The contract states that these items must be in working condition or working in the manner they were designed to operate.

If you need specific legal advice concerning your contractual obligations you should always seek the opinion of an attorney.

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- Greg Staker Watson Realty Corp. 407-304-0255

Watson Realty among American Home Shield leaders

Watson Realty Corp. has been listed in the Realty Alliance's top 10 for performance with American Home Shield.

1. John L. Scott Real Estate


2. Prudential Fox and Roach Realtors


3. Realty South


4. Crye-Leike


5. Baird and Warner


6. Ebby Halliday Realtors


7. Prudential Carolina Real Estate


8. Watson Realty Corp.


9. Long and Foster Real Estate


10. Long Realty Co.

Watson Realty encourages all buyers and sellers to purchase a home warranty when buying or selling a residential property.

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You need a home warranty when buying or selling a home

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You need a home warranty when buying or selling a home

Home Warranty

Sellers with Watson Realty are making the right choice by offering their prospective buyers an American Home Shield Home Warranty.

April 2007 statistics recorded a 91% customer satisfaction ratings. A home warranty reduces stress and makes a seller's home more valuable in a buyer's market.

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- Greg Staker Watson Realty Corp. 407-304-0255