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Plain English: Great transactions feel simple. Most real transactions aren’t. This FAQ page helps you make informed choices before the pressure hits.
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Is Realty Guardian for buyers, sellers, or both?
Both. Buyers and sellers face different risk points. Guardian Agents help prepare for each side of the transaction using safeguards and plan options that fit your situation.
What’s the difference between a good agent and a Guardian Agent?
A good agent negotiates and closes. A Guardian Agent also brings structured safeguards, clearer expectations, and plan options that may help reduce financial shock when timelines shift or a transaction fails to close.
What are common buyer transaction failure pressure points?
Inspection findings, repair negotiations, appraisal issues, financing conditions, timeline delays, and second thoughts. These are normal friction points—planning for them early matters.
What are common seller transaction failure pressure points?
Buyer financing issues, inspection negotiations, timeline delays, appraisal gaps, buyer cancellations, and re-listing challenges. Sellers can also face carrying costs and disruption to their next move.
If my buyer backs out, how do Safeguard Plans help?
Plans are designed to help reduce financial shock when a transaction fails to close. If reimbursement is available, it may apply to certain eligible documented out-of-pocket expenses, subject to plan terms and limits.
Are Safeguard Plans required to work with a Guardian Agent?
No. A Guardian Agent’s mindset and safeguards help regardless. Plans are an added layer that may provide reimbursement benefits under certain conditions.
What does “eligible costs” mean?
Eligible costs are specific, documented out-of-pocket expenses that may qualify under your plan’s terms and limits when a transaction fails to close. Exact eligibility depends on the plan you select.
When do I choose a Safeguard Plan?
Typically early—so expectations, eligibility, and documentation requirements are clear before a transaction is under pressure. Your