What Home Sale Legal Protection™ Covers | Sellers Shield

What is Home Sale Legal Protection™?

Sellers or agents can purchase Home Sale Legal Protection™ anytime before the house closes. The protection covers the seller if a buyer comes after them after closing. 

 Here's what you get:
  • Up to $75,000 in legal defense against any post-sale legal dispute from the buyer.
  • An expert local real estate attorney within 24–48 hours of any dispute. We hire them for you.
  • No retainer, no deductible, no out-of-pocket cost.
  • Coverage starts the day your home closes and lasts for the length of your plan.
  • Support and guidance along the way. 

Why sellers need this after closing

Buyers often find problems months after moving in, and they look to the seller. Even sellers who disclosed honestly get demand letters. Common claims include:
  • Undisclosed defects, like leaks, mold, plumbing, or foundation problems
  • Disputes over repairs or appliances
  • Allegations of misrepresentation
Here's what that looks like in practice:
  • A Bastrop, TX seller received a $1M+ demand over foundation issues 7 months after closing. Read the story
  • A seller who believed they had disclosed everything faced a $228,000 plumbing claim. Read the story
Most disputes we handle are resolved before they turn into a lawsuit or mediation.

What to do if a buyer contacts you

Act at the first sign of trouble, even a verbal threat or an angry email.
  1. Contact us: 844-747-4435 or customersuccess@sellersshield.com
  2. We hire your attorney. You'll have an expert local real estate attorney within 24–48 hours.
  3. We support you start to finish and pay legal fees up to your plan's limit.
Don't reply to the buyer or sign anything before you talk to us. Your Certificate of Protection has your plan details.

Common questions

Is this a home warranty?
No. A home warranty pays for repairs. Home Sale Legal Protection™ pays for your legal defense if a buyer disputes the sale. Learn more

My house is in great shape. Do I still need it?
Claims are about what the buyer says was or wasn't disclosed, not just the condition of the house. Sellers who did everything right still get demand letters, and defending one without coverage means paying an attorney yourself.

Can I buy it again later if I cancel?
No. Home Sale Legal Protection™ must be purchased before closing and can't be added after the sale.

What if my home doesn't close?
Plans are fully refundable if you don't sell. If your home doesn't close or you take it off the market, contact our support team.

When does coverage start?
The day your home closes.

Where can I purchase?
You can purchase in your dashboard or here.

Read our terms and conditions for Home Sale Legal Protection™ here.