Meet Your Home Warranty Partner: Kathryn Lansden with First American Home Warranty

A home warranty can be a valuable tool for homeowners, buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals who want extra protection and peace of mind when unexpected repairs come up.

In this Local Spotlight video, Cabrina Sampaga sits down with Kathryn Lansden, a top-ranked representative with First American Home Warranty, to discuss how home warranties work and why they can be an important part of the real estate process.

With more than 20 years of industry experience, Kathryn shares helpful insights to make home warranties easier to understand for first-time homebuyers, seasoned sellers, current homeowners, and real estate professionals.

What You’ll Learn in This Video

Kathryn breaks down important home warranty topics, including:

  • The difference between a home warranty and homeowners insurance

  • How these two protections can work together without overlapping

  • Why home warranties may help protect against unexpected repair costs

  • What homeowners should know about older AC units, refrigerant, and full system replacements

  • How listing coverage can help protect sellers during the transaction

  • Options available for current homeowners, including the exclusive “Friends and Family” plan

  • How real estate professionals can better educate their clients about coverage options

Home Warranty vs. Homeowners Insurance

One of the biggest questions homeowners have is how a home warranty differs from homeowners insurance.

Homeowners insurance typically helps protect against covered events such as fire, theft, storms, or certain types of property damage. A home warranty, on the other hand, may help cover repair or replacement costs for certain home systems and appliances that fail due to normal wear and tear.

Kathryn explains how these two products can complement each other while serving different purposes.

Why Home Warranty Protection Matters

Unexpected home repairs can be stressful and expensive. In the video, Kathryn shares that 27% of customers have a claim within their first 90 days, which highlights how quickly repair needs can come up after moving into a home.

A home warranty may help reduce the financial impact of major repair issues, including situations where costs could reach thousands of dollars. For buyers, sellers, and current homeowners, having the right coverage in place can provide added confidence.

Coverage for Major Home Systems

Arizona homeowners know how important it is to keep major systems, especially air conditioning, in good working order. Kathryn shares insight into how First American Home Warranty handles items such as:

  • Older AC units

  • Refrigerant

  • Full system replacements

  • Major systems and appliances covered under eligible plans

Understanding coverage before an issue happens can help homeowners feel more prepared and avoid surprises.

Benefits for Sellers and Current Homeowners

Home warranties are not only for buyers. Sellers may also benefit from listing coverage, which can help protect them during the transaction if covered issues arise before closing.

Kathryn also discusses options for current homeowners, including a “Friends and Family” plan that may be available outside of a traditional real estate transaction.

Watch the Full Video

Whether you are buying your first home, preparing to sell, already own a home, or are a Realtor looking to better educate your clients, this conversation offers practical information to help you understand home warranty options and choose the right coverage for your needs.

Contact Kathryn Lansden

For more information about First American Home Warranty, you can reach out to:

Kathryn Lansden
First American Home Warranty
📞 Phone: (602) 780-2018
📧 Email: klansden@fahw.com
🌐 Website: www.FAHW.com

Disclosure

This content is for informational purposes only and reflects general home warranty insights shared during the conversation. Coverage, claims, exclusions, limitations, costs, and availability may vary by plan, provider, property, and situation. Please review all warranty terms and consult the appropriate professionals before making any decisions.