A real estate transaction coordinator is the behind the scenes professional who manages deadlines, documents and communication, and all the moving pieces from contract to close, keeping the transaction organized, on track and moving smoothly toward closing.

It depends on your state. Start by checking your state’s real estate commission or licensing board for the most accurate requirements. Some states require certification or licensing for Transaction Coordinators, and in certain cases, the TC must be licensed and affiliated with the same brokerage as the agent(s) they support.

You don’t need to know everything about real estate to become a great Transaction Coordinator, but you do need the right combination of organization, communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. From there, the e-book provides a clear, detailed overview of the Transaction Coordinator role and what it takes to launch a TC business with intention.

Exploring the field-> 1:1 Clarity call or eBook (The Road to Six Figures)

Beginner-> Starting Bundle

Practicing-> Growing Bundle

Scaling-> Mentorship Session

This varies based on the state you operate in, the market you serve, and how streamlined or comprehensive you choose your business model to be.

Transaction Coordinators can charge $300–$500+ per file, with an efficiently managed transaction requiring around six hours of hands-on work from contract to close. However, I recommend building toward monthly retainers or service bundles so you can create predictable income without needing to manage a high volume of files. The goal isn’t to work more files. It’s to build a profitable TC business that doesn’t require you to overwork.

Common missteps include moving forward without guidance from a practicing Transaction Coordinator with proven results, using templates without understanding how to apply them, failing to set a budget or income goal, operating without a business plan, and working with clients without clear contractual agreements.

You’ll need a client relationship management system and a transaction management platform that supports email, text, calls, and automation to manage files efficiently and communicate professionally.

Absolutely!

By building clear workflows, leveraging automation, and delegating routine tasks strategically.

By committing to a defined set of services, implementing repeatable workflows to deliver them, and maintaining consistent prospecting and intentional marketing efforts.