CPO Programs
Launch a dealer-owned certified pre-owned program with a 100+ point inspection framework, customizable warranty terms, and reinsurance structures that keep underwriting profits with your dealership instead of outside providers.
Build a dealer-owned certified pre-owned program that strengthens buyer confidence while keeping underwriting profits in-house. DealerRE helps independent and franchise dealers structure reinsured CPO warranty programs with customizable terms, inspection standards, and full administrative support so your dealership can improve F&I performance, control claims experience, and create a stronger ownership journey.
Dealer-owned warranty and F&I reinsurance solutions built to improve profitability, control claims, and strengthen your dealership's ownership experience.
Launch a dealer-owned certified pre-owned program with a 100+ point inspection framework, customizable warranty terms, and reinsurance structures that keep underwriting profits with your dealership instead of outside providers.
Reinsure limited mechanical breakdown warranties through your own dealer-owned reinsurance company, giving your store more control over claims experience, program design, and long-term profit retention.
Structure dealer-owned reinsurance for vehicle service contracts and extended warranty offerings so your dealership can capture underwriting income, improve customer retention, and maximize F&I profitability.
Add Guaranteed Asset Protection to your broader reinsurance strategy with dealer-owned structures that retain profits while supporting customers in total-loss situations through defined waiver options.
Reinsure tire and wheel protection as an ancillary F&I product to create additional profit centers while offering practical road-hazard coverage and roadside support benefits.
Incorporate theft prevention products such as window etching and anti-theft labeling into a dealer-owned reinsurance model that supports per-unit profitability and bundled F&I offerings.
DealerRE starts by evaluating your dealership's current certified, warranty, and F&I opportunities. We identify where third-party providers are taking margin and where a dealer-owned reinsurance structure can improve profitability and customer experience.
See how dealers use reinsurance programs to improve F&I income and customer ownership experiences.
"Nothing but praise for the DealerRE products and team. The team is professional, focused and will almost ensure your sucess. We find the CPI very useful, and our customers love the Service Contracts. They are members of many of the independent dealer associates and seem to really enjoy working within..."
"A great company with excellent staff that is always willing to go the extra mile to help with anything you need. Dealers you need to be on this program. It helps your customers, your dealership and yourself!"
"Tim is a good Christian man who is going to be honest with you, tell you if the program is going to work for you, and how best it will work for you. They have so many options there is something for everybody."
"Great staff and company to work with for your Reinsurance Company. Customer service is top notch and always willing to help make your Reinsurance Company more profitable with training just a phone call away. Highly Recommend any Dealers looking to start your Reinsurance company to get intouch with DealerRE to..."
"Great products, serious company, we already have a year doing business and we are really happy with the relationship with DealerRE. Highly recommended"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"Without question, starting our own Reinsurance Company is one of the best decisions I ever made in the used car business."
"After 25 years in business as a buy here, pay here dealership, I saw my write offs due to uninsured customers and low insurance settlements reach an unacceptable level. I looked at several different programs, and felt that DealerRE offered the best solution for my business. After my first year,..."
"Turnkey from A to Z! They really understand all the aspects of reinsurance and are ALWAYS available to help, being just a phone call away."
"I became a Dealer Re client after an unfortunate incident with another reinsurance company. My experience has been nothing short of delightful. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Although we’ve been in the industry for many decades, they’ve provided solid advice to help us tweak our sales and control claims...."
"We're SO happy with Dealer RE! Parker is a straight-shooter. He tells it like it is. Whatever he promises, he delivers. If it can't be done, he tells you right up front. And the whole team at DealerRE is friendly, responsive, and service customers the old-fashioned way--they actually answer the..."
"The program that they put together is just perfect for our organization!"
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"I have been working with DealerRE for quite a while now and they have been terrific! Anytime you need anything, they are very responsive and helpful. Everyone I've dealt with at DealerRE have been very nice and personable. I highly recommend them!"
"Nothing but praise for the DealerRE products and team. The team is professional, focused and will almost ensure your sucess. We find the CPI very useful, and our customers love the Service Contracts. They are members of many of the independent dealer associates and seem to really enjoy working within..."
"A great company with excellent staff that is always willing to go the extra mile to help with anything you need. Dealers you need to be on this program. It helps your customers, your dealership and yourself!"
"Tim is a good Christian man who is going to be honest with you, tell you if the program is going to work for you, and how best it will work for you. They have so many options there is something for everybody."
"Great staff and company to work with for your Reinsurance Company. Customer service is top notch and always willing to help make your Reinsurance Company more profitable with training just a phone call away. Highly Recommend any Dealers looking to start your Reinsurance company to get intouch with DealerRE to..."
"Great products, serious company, we already have a year doing business and we are really happy with the relationship with DealerRE. Highly recommended"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"Without question, starting our own Reinsurance Company is one of the best decisions I ever made in the used car business."
"After 25 years in business as a buy here, pay here dealership, I saw my write offs due to uninsured customers and low insurance settlements reach an unacceptable level. I looked at several different programs, and felt that DealerRE offered the best solution for my business. After my first year,..."
"Turnkey from A to Z! They really understand all the aspects of reinsurance and are ALWAYS available to help, being just a phone call away."
"I became a Dealer Re client after an unfortunate incident with another reinsurance company. My experience has been nothing short of delightful. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Although we’ve been in the industry for many decades, they’ve provided solid advice to help us tweak our sales and control claims...."
"We're SO happy with Dealer RE! Parker is a straight-shooter. He tells it like it is. Whatever he promises, he delivers. If it can't be done, he tells you right up front. And the whole team at DealerRE is friendly, responsive, and service customers the old-fashioned way--they actually answer the..."
"The program that they put together is just perfect for our organization!"
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"I have been working with DealerRE for quite a while now and they have been terrific! Anytime you need anything, they are very responsive and helpful. Everyone I've dealt with at DealerRE have been very nice and personable. I highly recommend them!"
"Nothing but praise for the DealerRE products and team. The team is professional, focused and will almost ensure your sucess. We find the CPI very useful, and our customers love the Service Contracts. They are members of many of the independent dealer associates and seem to really enjoy working within..."
"A great company with excellent staff that is always willing to go the extra mile to help with anything you need. Dealers you need to be on this program. It helps your customers, your dealership and yourself!"
"Tim is a good Christian man who is going to be honest with you, tell you if the program is going to work for you, and how best it will work for you. They have so many options there is something for everybody."
"Great staff and company to work with for your Reinsurance Company. Customer service is top notch and always willing to help make your Reinsurance Company more profitable with training just a phone call away. Highly Recommend any Dealers looking to start your Reinsurance company to get intouch with DealerRE to..."
"Great products, serious company, we already have a year doing business and we are really happy with the relationship with DealerRE. Highly recommended"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"Without question, starting our own Reinsurance Company is one of the best decisions I ever made in the used car business."
"After 25 years in business as a buy here, pay here dealership, I saw my write offs due to uninsured customers and low insurance settlements reach an unacceptable level. I looked at several different programs, and felt that DealerRE offered the best solution for my business. After my first year,..."
"Turnkey from A to Z! They really understand all the aspects of reinsurance and are ALWAYS available to help, being just a phone call away."
"I became a Dealer Re client after an unfortunate incident with another reinsurance company. My experience has been nothing short of delightful. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Although we’ve been in the industry for many decades, they’ve provided solid advice to help us tweak our sales and control claims...."
"We're SO happy with Dealer RE! Parker is a straight-shooter. He tells it like it is. Whatever he promises, he delivers. If it can't be done, he tells you right up front. And the whole team at DealerRE is friendly, responsive, and service customers the old-fashioned way--they actually answer the..."
"The program that they put together is just perfect for our organization!"
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"I have been working with DealerRE for quite a while now and they have been terrific! Anytime you need anything, they are very responsive and helpful. Everyone I've dealt with at DealerRE have been very nice and personable. I highly recommend them!"
DealerRE combines decades of reinsurance experience with hands-on dealership support.
Founded in 1994, DealerRE brings decades of dealer-focused reinsurance knowledge to every program.
We manage legal forms, filings, tax returns, renewals, claims support, and bookkeeping.
Exceptional onboarding and F&I training help your staff present CPO warranty programs with confidence.
DealerRE has helped over 400 auto dealers retain profits and improve program performance.
Experienced leaders serving dealers nationwide.
Founder
Tim Byrd founded DealerRE in 1994 and has spent decades helping auto dealers build stronger, more profitable F&I programs through dealer-owned reinsurance. His experience spans program structure, profitability strategy, and long-term dealer support, giving clients practical guidance rooted in real industry knowledge. Tim's leadership helped establish DealerRE as a trusted resource for dealerships seeking to retain underwriting profits instead of relying on third-party product providers. As the company's founder, he has remained focused on helping dealers improve efficiency, strengthen customer offerings, and create sustainable financial advantages through well-managed reinsurance programs.
President
Taylor Byrd serves as President of DealerRE and helps dealerships understand the strategic value of opening and operating their own reinsurance company. A frequent speaker at national and state independent dealer events, he brings a strong educational approach to dealer partnerships and is known for making complex reinsurance concepts practical and actionable. Taylor has also appeared on industry podcasts to discuss dealer-owned reinsurance opportunities and how dealers can improve profitability through smarter F&I structures. His leadership combines industry insight, communication, and a commitment to helping clients build programs that support both operational performance and long-term growth.
Vice President of DealerRE
Parker Byrd brings dealership-side experience to his role as Vice President of DealerRE, having previously worked as both an F&I Manager and Salesman at local dealerships. That firsthand background helps him relate directly to dealer clients and understand the day-to-day realities of presenting products, managing profitability, and improving customer experience. Since joining DealerRE, Parker has helped support reinsurance programs with a practical perspective shaped by real showroom and finance office experience. His ability to connect operational dealership needs with long-term reinsurance strategy makes him a valuable resource for clients looking to strengthen ancillary product performance and retain more F&I income.
Office Manager / Controller
Heather Spruill joined DealerRE after earning her MBA and has become a key part of the company's client support and operational administration. As Office Manager and Controller, she helps ensure dealers receive responsive communication, organized program support, and dependable back-office coordination. Her commitment to service is reflected in the consistency and professionalism clients experience throughout their relationship with DealerRE. Heather's administrative leadership supports the company's full-service model, helping dealerships stay focused on growth while DealerRE assists with the details that keep reinsurance programs running smoothly and efficiently.
VP of Business Development
Kristi Cashman serves as VP of Business Development and helps dealerships identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and profit potential through smarter reinsurance strategies. With a background in strategic management and marketing, she brings a growth-focused perspective to dealer relationships and program development. Kristi works closely with clients to align business goals with practical F&I solutions that support stronger performance over time. Her ability to combine strategic thinking with client-centered communication makes her an important part of DealerRE's mission to help dealers build more valuable, better-managed reinsurance programs.
Account Manager
Brenda West brings more than 20 years of insurance industry experience to her role as Account Manager at DealerRE. She also has a financial background from working as an F&I Manager at a successful dealership, giving her a strong understanding of both insurance operations and dealership profitability. That combination helps her support clients with practical insight into how reinsurance programs fit into everyday F&I performance. Brenda's experience allows her to communicate clearly with dealers, anticipate common concerns, and help maintain the responsive service DealerRE is known for across its nationwide client base.
A certified pre-owned warranty typically covers defined mechanical breakdown components and systems based on the program terms the dealer selects. In DealerRE's reinsured CPO structure, warranty terms are customizable and paired with a 100+ point inspection framework. Coverage details can be tailored by dealership, helping create a branded CPO offer that supports buyer confidence while keeping underwriting profits in the dealer-owned reinsurance company.
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DealerRE supports dealerships across the country with reinsurance guidance, training, administration, and long-term program management.
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For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 804-824-9533.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 804-824-9533.