Iowa Code § 523C.2: License required.

1. A person shall not issue, offer for sale, or sell a motor vehicle service contract or residential service contract in this state unless the person is licensed as a service company under this chapter.

2. The licensure requirements of this chapter shall not apply to any person who provides support services or works under the direction of a licensed service company in connection with the issuance, offer for sale, or sale of a service contract in this state, including but not limited to a person who provides marketing, administrative, or technical support.