What Is a Transaction Coordinator?
A Complete Guide to a Real Estate Transaction Coordinator
When it comes to being a real estate agent, there is a lot more to the process than submitting offers and handing over the keys. A typical transaction involves a multitude of tasks from start to finish that require coordination, expertise, and dedication.
Initially, many solo REALTORs opt to handle the transaction process themselves. There are two great reasons to do so. First, it allows the agent to have more control over the process. Completing transactions will also help them understand the processes and potential pitfalls, which is useful if they decide to add more agents to their real estate team. Additionally, most new real estate agents don’t have enough transactions or an operating budget big enough to hire a Transaction Coordinator at the beginning of their career
However, once an agent is working with several buyer and seller clients at the same time, a Transaction Coordinator is essential. Having the aid of a transaction coordinator ensures everything runs smoother, so the agent doesn’t get burned out working excessive hours trying to juggle too many tasks at once. Additionally, the extra time can be utilized to market yourself as a real estate agent. … READ MORE
What are the Benefits of a Transaction Coordinator?
Let’s face it, real estate transactions can be extremely complicated and take up a lot of an agent’s time. But, dealing with contracts and disclosures comes with the territory when you’re in escrow.
While this is a necessary part of being a real estate agent, savvy agents leverage their time, so they can continue cultivating leads and getting new business.
One way to make time for yourself is to hire a transaction coordinator (TC.)
One important thing to know is that a Transaction Coordinator is not an assistant. Their priority is to keep the transaction in order and manage the documents.
So, what is a transaction coordinator, and what do they do?
First, let’s look at the transaction process to see how a transaction coordinator gets involved…
Ralene Nelson, REALTOR®
JUST LISTED – 2212 Saint Andrews Dr, Rio Vista
2 bed/2 bath/1,364sqft/5,236sqft lot
$425,000 – Are you looking for a pristine home, well this is the one! Clipper model, private backyard, looks like a model home. Newer tile floors throughout & carpet in 2 bedrooms. The kitchen has oak cabinets, white tile counters, white appliances & bay window. This makes for a bright & cheery setting. The primary bedroom has a bay window and door to the patio, as well as double sinks & walk-in shower that has newer doors. A new air conditioner was installed in July, & home has a newer hot water heater. Trilogy offers so many amenities, such as 2 swimming pools/spas, an 18-hole golf course, tennis/pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, a gym, billiards, a computer room, a cafe & restaurants, a playground for the grandchildren & numerous club activities. Just bring your furniture & enjoy the fun. No Bonds! READ MORE
FOR SALE – 181 Cedar Ridge Dr. Rio Vista
$499,900 – 2 bed/2 bath/1,433sqft
New Price $499,900 – Look no further!! This Clipper model is like a new home, completely renovated, from new sheet rock to all new cabinets throughout, new baths, laminate flooring, quartz counters, appliances, and new interior & exterior paint. Located on the 11th fairway, bring some patio furniture & enjoy the scenery. This model provides a living room/dining room & a nook/great room. Trilogy provides so many amenities, including 2 swimming pools/spas, bocce courts, billiards, tennis courts, pickleball, gym & more. READ MORE
FOR SALE – 718 Allender Way, Rio Vista
3bed/2bath/1,346sqft5,306sqft lot
FOR SALE – 98 Bruning Ave. Rio Vista
4 bed/2.5+ bath/2,554sqft/9,583SF
$725,000 – Located in core Rio Vista, & closer to the Sacramento River, make this custom built home your next residence. This spacious home has a slate floor entry, 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths, livingroom, diningroom, familty room that opens to kitchen & game room. Kitchen has been remodeled with beautiful cabinets & pull out drawers, newer stainless appliances & corian counters. Family room has fireplace & opens to kitchen w/bar counter, and opens to game room. The game room opens to the back yard with large patio for entertaining. Cook that fabulous meal on the newer built-in BBQ, located in game room & serve that special drink at the bar that is equipped with sink & built-in blender and lots of cabinets for your glasswares & snacks. Game room possibly could fit a billiard table. Primary bedroom features 3 closets & bath with double sinks & walk-in shower. The two other bedrooms have closets with ample storage room. Hall bath is very roomy with shower over tub & storage and hallway has cabinets for your linens. Half bath is located off kitchen & laundry room & next to office/4th bedroom. Landscaped with automatic sprinkler system, possibly room for pool. 1/2 bath will be convenient for those swimmers. Roomy 2 car garage has storage & door to patio, home has paid solar. Bring your water toys. READ MOREPENDING – 822 Summerset Dr. Rio Vista
2 bed/2 bath/1,800sqft/6,582sqft lot
$450,000 – Welcome to Trilogy at Rio Vista, the active adult community located near the Sacramento River, center of the Delta area. This Hatteras model is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath plus den and has somewhat of a private backyard. The home has an extended garage, so is a 2.5-car garage, with room for your golf cart or motorcycle. The kitchen has oak cabinets, white appliances & tile counters. The primary bath has a jetted tub plus a walk-in shower. The home has a living room/dining room & kitchen that opens up to a family room, which is cozy with a gas fireplace. The seller has left the surround sound system. The primary bedroom views the rose garden in the backyard & has access to a patio w/cover. Great place for a spa. Trilogy offers many amenities that include 2 pools (indoor & outdoor) with spas, tennis courts, bocce ball courts, billiards, a computer room, a health center (gym, massage & aesthetician), a library, a cafe, restaurant, golf course & clubs galore. Let’s make this your next home!! READ MORE
Events in Northern California this Weekend
9th Annual Hog August Bites
Sat, Aug 26, 5 PM – Sun, Aug 27, 6 AM
Main St, Rio Vista, CA
The 9th Annual Hog August Bites Rib & Chili Cook-off kicks off at 10 am on August 26th in downtown Rio Vista! It’s a family fun event with live music from 10 am = 11 pm, vendors until 6 pm, and of course the chance to rate your favorite ribs and chili with the People’s Choice ballot! There’s plenty of food and fun for the kiddos, too. Pony rides, a petting zoo, a bounce house, and a water slide. The bands include Blue Grass, Country, Latin, and R&B. There’s something for everyone! The event is free for festival attendees. WEBSITE
Music in the Vineyards
Sat. Aug 26, 2-4:30 PM
Beringer Vineyards 2000 Main St. Saint Helena
Enjoy live music in Beringer’s Backyard on Saturdays, through October, 2pm until 4:30pm.
Soak in the sun while listening to the Summer sounds of a variety of local musicians.
On July 22, 2023, we will be joined by Smorgy and the Flat Top!
Tickets are $30 per person – includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine, selected from our curated list of wines. Opportunity to purchase Beringer wines by the bottle, sandwiches, salads, cheese & charcuterie boards on arrival.
This experience is outside, so please be best prepared for the sunny weather! Be sure to purchase your ticket today to avoid disappointment! WEBSITE
CONCORD WEDDING FAIR
Sun, Aug 27, 12 – 4 PM
Concord Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Dr, Concord
Concord Wedding Fair Sunday, August 27th 2023 (12pm-4pm). You could walk out as the winner of a $10,000 WEDDING PACKAGE GRAND PRIZE! WEBSITE
Live Music Sundays – Paul Blakemore
Sun, Aug 27, 2 – 4 PM
9291 E Harney Ln, LodiHarmony Wynelands Winery,
Join us for Live Music on select Sundays in our beautiful patio area. You can Pack a Picnic to enjoy while listening to local live music artists. Charcuterie Boards and Beer will be available for purchase! No FEE or Reservations are needed!
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