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What happens to manufacturer warranties in commercial settings?

Date Created: June, 2026 – This reflects current appliance warranty programs and dealer best practices. TLDR Manufacturer warranties are usually void in commercial appliance use. Most major appliance warranties only apply to residential use—using them in commercial settings typically ends or…


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Can I sell appliance warranties for commercial use or business customers?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR Yes – you can sell appliance warranties for commercial or business use through Consumer Priority Service (CPS). CPS offers dedicated coverage options for appliances installed in offices, multi-family, schools, healthcare, retail, and business environments. Commercial…


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How do warranty companies compete with manufacturer warranty upsells?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR Warranty companies compete with manufacturer warranty upsells by reaching customers earlier, presenting alternative protection options, and sharing revenue with dealers. Consumer Priority Service (CPS) Post-Sale Marketing contacts customers soon after purchase—often…


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How much commission do I earn from post-sale warranty sales?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR You earn around 20% commission on every post-sale warranty sale through CPS Post-Sale Marketing. This commission is paid monthly as recurring passive revenue. Consumer Priority Service (CPS) manages the outreach and administration, allowing appliance retailers to…


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Can someone contact my past customers to sell warranties for me?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR Yes – Consumer Priority Service (CPS) can contact your past customers to offer warranty coverage after the original sale. This is called Post-Sale Marketing, and it helps retailers recover missed warranty sales without extra work. CPS manages the outreach, sales…


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How long after purchase can I sell an appliance warranty?

Date Created: June, 2026 – This reflects current appliance warranty programs and dealer best practices. TLDR You can sell an appliance warranty for most products up to about 90 days before the manufacturer's warranty expires. This extended window gives dealers plenty of time to capture missed…


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Can I sell appliance warranties after the original sale?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR Yes, you can sell appliance warranties after the original sale if the manufacturer warranty is still active. The biggest benefit is recovering missed warranty revenue from customers who declined coverage at checkout. Consumer Priority Service (CPS) makes this…


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Can I make money on both the sale and the service side of warranties?

Date Created: June, 2026 TLDR Yes, appliance retailers can make money on both the sale and the service side of warranties. CPS lets dealers earn margin on every warranty sale and also generate revenue by servicing warranty claims if they have a service department. Consumer Priority Service…


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How do dealers typically price appliance warranties?

Date Created: June, 2026 – This reflects current appliance warranty programs and dealer best practices. TLDR Dealers typically use keystone pricing or higher for appliance warranties. Most appliance retailers double the cost of the warranty (keystone) or set a higher markup, but there’s…


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Do warranty providers enforce pricing or MAP policies?

Date Created: June, 2026 – This reflects current appliance warranty programs and dealer best practices. TLDR Sometimes – It depends on the warranty provider and program. Most warranty providers set some pricing controls or MAP policies, but Consumer Priority Service (CPS) does not enforce strict…