5 Professionals Every Real Estate Agent Should Have on Speed Dial

To deliver outstanding service and seamless transactions, having the right people in your corner is essential. While strong market knowledge and negotiation skills matter, your network can be just as powerful.

Here are five key professionals every real estate agent should build a close working relationship with:

1. Home Warranty Representative

It’s not just a best practice—it’s a licensing requirement in many states—to inform clients that home warranties are available.

Beyond that, warranties can be a strategic advantage. Offering to purchase a home warranty for the seller can help make your buyer's offer stand out in competitive situations.

2. Title Company

A smooth transaction hinges on more than just having a preferred closer.

Build relationships with everyone involved at the title company—processors, assistants, and closers alike. Their coordination is crucial for meeting deadlines, especially those involving record title, homeowners associations, and other key documents.

3. Insurance Agent

When your buyers are connected early with a reliable insurance professional, it removes one more contingency from the offer.

Having insurance lined up in advance can streamline the underwriting process and give your buyer a competitive edge.

4. Home Inspectors and Specialists

It’s not enough to have a great general home inspector. You’ll need a solid roster of specialists too:

• HVAC technicians

• Sewer scope professionals

• Roofing companies

• Structural engineers

• Mold and radon inspectors

Having these experts ready to go ensures quick scheduling, comprehensive insights, and faster decision-making for your clients.

5. Mortgage Lender

A dependable lender who communicates clearly and meets deadlines is non-negotiable.

From the pre-approval stage to wire transfer at closing, their performance can make or break the deal. The last thing anyone wants is a funding delay on closing day.

Did we miss someone? Who’s on your must-have team? Share your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear how you build your support network.