Reason #1:  Even though everything was in working order when you sell your home, there are no guarantees as to what can happen four, six or even ten months down the road.   After you close the sale of your home, the last thing you need is to get an unexpected call from the buyer telling you about a problem with the house. When you provide the buyer with a home warranty you are also giving the buyer someone to call (other than you) if a problem should occur.

Reason #2:  Lastly you should consider providing a home warranty to the buyer because a home warranty is one of the best marketing tools you can use when selling your home. Keep in mind that a large percentage of homes are bought by first time buyers. First time buyers will generally put all of their available cash into the down payment and closing costs required to purchase their home. In many cases a system failure or problem after moving in could create a major financial burden for the buyer. By offering a home warranty you increase the marketability of your home by giving the buyer "Peace of Mind".

• Keep in mind that you don't pay for the home warranty coverage until closing.