DealerRE delivers comprehensive warranty administration solutions that transform your F&I program into a profit center. With 28 years of proven expertise, we handle every aspect of warranty management—from claims adjudication to compliance—so you can maximize profitability while providing exceptional customer protection. Our admin obligor reinsurance programs give you complete control over the customer experience and capture profits that would otherwise go to third-party providers.
Comprehensive warranty and protection product administration designed to maximize dealer profitability while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.
Full administration of extended warranties from claims processing to compliance management. Capture 100% of underwriting profits through dealer-owned reinsurance while controlling the customer ownership experience for repeat business.
Customizable mechanical breakdown coverage administration that helps dealers stand out from competitors. Reinsure through DealerRE to retain profits and control the customer experience instead of sending revenue to third parties.
Complete management of Guaranteed Asset Protection programs with 150% or 125% LTV coverage options. We handle claims for total loss situations and insurance deductibles up to $1,000, backed by A-rated carriers.
Reinsured waiver administration for BHPH dealers as a full coverage insurance alternative. We manage total loss claims that cover debt owed to dealers, enabling customers to get into another vehicle and resume payments.
24/7 InTire program administration covering road hazard damage without pro-rating. Includes emergency roadside service coordination and can be bundled with Multi-Shield ancillary products for maximum customer value.
Force-placed CPI administration protecting lender interests when customers fail to maintain required coverage. Reinsure through dealer-owned companies to capture underwriting profits while fulfilling credit agreement requirements.
DealerRE's warranty administration platform handles every operational detail so you can focus on selling vehicles. We manage claims adjudication, compliance monitoring, financial reporting, staff training, and customer communications through your dealer-owned reinsurance company. Our admin obligor structure means your programs are backed by A-rated insurers while you capture 100% of the underwriting profits that would otherwise disappear to third-party providers. From initial setup to ongoing support, we provide the expertise to transform your F&I department into a sustainable profit center.
Over 400 auto dealers nationwide trust DealerRE to administer their warranty programs and maximize profitability.
"These guys are pros when setting up Dealer warranty. Superb service!"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"Great team, supper helpful!"
"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..."
"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..."
"Great company! They have been professional throughout the 2 years we've been with them and are always there for any questions we have. Just wish we signed up with them sooner. Would highly recommend the DealerRE Team!"
"Excellent team of reinsurance professionals! has been a pleasure to work with"
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"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."
"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..."
"We've done business with DealerRe for years and have been very happy with them!"
"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...."
"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!"
"These guys are pros when setting up Dealer warranty. Superb service!"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"Great team, supper helpful!"
"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..."
"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..."
"Great company! They have been professional throughout the 2 years we've been with them and are always there for any questions we have. Just wish we signed up with them sooner. Would highly recommend the DealerRE Team!"
"Excellent team of reinsurance professionals! has been a pleasure to work with"
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"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."
"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..."
"We've done business with DealerRe for years and have been very happy with them!"
"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...."
"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!"
"These guys are pros when setting up Dealer warranty. Superb service!"
"Excellent customer service! The team is very professional."
"We've been very pleased with our relationship with DealerRE and assured vehicle protection."
"Great team, supper helpful!"
"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..."
"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..."
"Great company! They have been professional throughout the 2 years we've been with them and are always there for any questions we have. Just wish we signed up with them sooner. Would highly recommend the DealerRE Team!"
"Excellent team of reinsurance professionals! has been a pleasure to work with"
"DealerRE is professional, friendly, and very accurate in all of their reporting!"
"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."
"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..."
"We've done business with DealerRe for years and have been very happy with them!"
"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...."
"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!"
Experience the gold standard in warranty administration with proven results since 1994.
Since 1994, we've perfected warranty administration for over 400 dealers nationwide with consistent compliance and profitability.
We handle all legal forms, filings, tax returns, claims adjudication, compliance, training, and financial reporting—no hidden fees.
Your reinsurance company is backed by A-rated insurers, providing security and credibility while you capture 100% of underwriting profits.
Exceptional customer service with dedicated account management, onboarding support, and ongoing F&I training for your entire team.
Expert warranty administrators dedicated to your success.
Founder
Tim Byrd founded DealerRE in 1994 in Southeast Virginia and has dedicated nearly three decades to helping auto dealers expand their F&I programs for greater efficiency and profitability. His vision was to create a warranty administration company built on integrity and proven results, enabling dealers to take control of their warranty programs through dealer-owned reinsurance. Under Tim's leadership, DealerRE has grown from a regional startup to a nationwide partner serving over 400 dealers coast to coast. DealerRE operates as a family company founded on Christian principles and the word of God. Tim's commitment to ethical business practices and genuine service has established DealerRE as the gold standard in reinsurance administration. His philosophy that dealers deserve to capture the profits from their own warranty programs—rather than sending them to third parties—has transformed the financial well-being of countless dealerships across America.
President
Taylor Byrd serves as President of DealerRE and is a recognized authority on dealer reinsurance, speaking frequently at National and State Independent Dealer Association events nationwide. He has appeared as a guest on The Independent Dealer Podcast to discuss reinsurance opportunities for dealers opening their own reinsurance companies. Taylor co-authored Race To The Finish Line: Creating Winning Relationships With Customers, demonstrating his expertise in customer relationship management. Before joining DealerRE, Taylor served in the South Carolina Army National Guard as a Captain, where he developed leadership skills that now guide the DealerRE team. His military background instilled discipline, strategic thinking, and a commitment to mission success that translates directly to helping dealers achieve their profitability goals. As Taylor expresses it, 'DealerRE exists to have a positive impact on people, to shine the light of Christ on our clients, their customers, and our partners, and we just happen to do so through the vehicle of reinsurance.' His leadership combines business acumen with genuine care for dealer success.
Vice President
Parker Byrd brings invaluable frontline dealership experience to his role as Vice President of DealerRE. Before joining the company in 2018, he worked at two local dealerships as both an F&I Manager and Salesman, giving him unique insight into the daily challenges dealers face. This hands-on experience allows Parker to relate authentically to clients navigating today's modern dealership environment. In 2015, Parker enlisted in the Army Reserves as a CH-47 Mechanic, and after a year and a half of training became a Crew-Chief on CH-47 Helicopters—a role demanding precision, accountability, and technical expertise. He currently pursues his degree in Business Administration while serving DealerRE's growing client base. Parker's combination of F&I experience, military discipline, and business education makes him particularly effective at helping dealers implement warranty administration programs that actually work in real-world dealership operations. He resides in Tappahannock, Virginia with his high school sweetheart.
Office Manager / Controller
Heather Spruill joined DealerRE in 2013 after earning her MBA in 2012, bringing advanced business education to her role as Office Manager and Controller. Her commitment to client service is evident from the moment she answers the phone—dedication that has earned her the affectionate title of 'Office Queen' among the DealerRE team. Heather manages the financial operations and administrative systems that keep warranty programs running smoothly for over 400 dealers nationwide. Her attention to detail ensures accurate claims processing, compliance documentation, and financial reporting. Outside the office, Heather is the mother of two grown sons and volunteers alongside her husband Greg with homeless and food-insecure populations. She and Greg enjoy getaways to the Outer Banks. Heather also serves as Recording Secretary for The VIADA Charity Fund, demonstrating her commitment to the automotive dealer community. Her combination of financial expertise, organizational excellence, and genuine care for people makes her an invaluable asset to both the DealerRE team and the dealers they serve.
VP of Business Development
Kristi Cashman serves as Vice President of Business Development at DealerRE, bringing proven talents in helping businesses reach their highest potential. With a degree in Strategic Management and Marketing, Kristi understands what it takes for dealerships to optimize efficiency, productivity, and profit potential through strategic warranty administration programs. Her expertise lies in showing dealers how to transform their F&I departments from cost centers into significant profit generators through dealer-owned reinsurance. Kristi is the published author of two books—Focus and You Are Perfect—demonstrating her ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and motivationally. Beyond her corporate role, Kristi is a wife and mother to five children and speaks at women's conferences and seminars nationwide. Her unique combination of business acumen, communication skills, and genuine passion for helping others succeed makes her exceptionally effective at educating dealers about the financial opportunities available through reinsurance. Kristi's approach focuses on building long-term partnerships where dealers truly understand how warranty administration can improve both their business operations and personal financial well-being.
Account Manager
Brenda West brings over 20 years of insurance industry experience to her role as Account Manager at DealerRE, combined with a financial background gained from working as an F&I Manager at a highly successful dealership. This dual expertise—understanding both the insurance administration side and the dealership F&I perspective—makes Brenda uniquely qualified to help dealers navigate warranty program implementation and ongoing management. She understands the daily challenges F&I managers face because she lived them herself. Brenda's deep knowledge of claims processing, compliance requirements, and product structures ensures dealers receive accurate guidance and responsive support. A native of Yorktown, Virginia, Brenda now calls Locust Hill, VA home. She is the devoted mother of two grown sons who remain a central part of her life. Her combination of technical insurance expertise, practical F&I experience, and genuine commitment to client success makes her an invaluable resource for dealers seeking to maximize their warranty program profitability while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
A service warranty administrator manages all operational aspects of warranty programs on behalf of dealers. This includes processing and adjudicating claims, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, handling all legal forms and filings, managing financial reporting and bookkeeping, coordinating with backing insurers, training dealership staff on product features and sales techniques, and providing ongoing performance analysis. At DealerRE, our full-service administration allows dealers to focus on selling vehicles while we handle every detail of warranty management through their dealer-owned reinsurance company.
Speak with a DealerRE reinsurance expert to discover how warranty administration can maximize your profitability.
Proud member and sponsor of National Independent Automobile Dealers Association
Nearly three decades of proven warranty administration success since 1994
Admin obligor programs backed by A-rated insurance carriers
Contact DealerRE today for a free dealership analysis and discover how warranty administration can increase your profitability.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (804) 824-9533
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (804) 824-9533