Real Estate Agent Closing Checklist

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Client Information

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Full Name

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Contact Number

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Email Address

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Address of Residence

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Preferred Method of Contact

Phone, Email, Text, etc.

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Initial Client Meeting

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Date of Meeting

Toggle Client's Real Estate Goals status

Client's Real Estate Goals

Buying, Selling, Investment, etc.

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Budget or Selling Price Expectation

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Desired Timeline for Transaction

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Property Information (If Selling)

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Property Address

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Year of Construction

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Total Square Footage

Toggle Number of Bedrooms status

Number of Bedrooms

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Number of Bathrooms

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Parking Facilities

Garage, Street Parking, etc.

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Heating and Cooling Systems

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Recent Renovations or Upgrades

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Market Analysis and Pricing

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Comparative Market Analysis Completion Date

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Recommended Listing Price

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Client Approval of Listing Price

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Listing Agreement (If Selling)

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Listing Agreement Signing Date

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Duration of Listing

3 months, 6 months, etc.

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Commission Percentage

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Property Marketing (If Selling)

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Professional Photography Date

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Listing Description Completion

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Listing Publication Date

MLS, Website, Social Media, etc.

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Open House Dates

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Buyer's Property Search (If Buying)

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Property Preferences

Apartment, House, Condo, etc.

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Preferred Neighborhoods

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Must-have Features

Pool, Garden, Office, etc.

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Property Viewing Schedule

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Offer and Negotiations

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Offer Submission Date

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Counteroffer Details

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Final Offer Acceptance Date

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Contract and Legal

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Purchase/Sale Contract Signing Date

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Disclosure Documents

Lead-Based Paint, Property Condition, etc.

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Attorney Review Completion (if applicable)

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Financing and Appraisal (If Buying)

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Mortgage Pre-approval Letter

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Loan Application Submission Date

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Appraisal Order and Completion Date

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Inspections

Toggle Home Inspection Schedule status

Home Inspection Schedule

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Inspection Contingency Removal Date

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Additional Inspections

Pest, Radon, etc.

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Closing Preparations

Toggle Closing Agent Contact Information status

Closing Agent Contact Information

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Final Walk-Through Schedule

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Closing Date

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Closing Process

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Closing Documents

Deed, Bill of Sale, Affidavits, etc.

Toggle Funds Transfer Completion status

Funds Transfer Completion

Down Payment, Closing Costs, etc.

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Keys and Property Handover Date

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Post-Closing

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Feedback Collection from Client

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Referral Request Date

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Follow-Up Schedule for Future Check-ins

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Introduction

Welcome to our Real Estate Transaction Checklist, a vital tool crafted especially for real estate agents. This checklist streamlines every phase of your property transactions, from initial meetings to successful closings. Easily customizable and compatible with our app, it enables you to save, share, and efficiently manage all transaction details in one centralized location. Enhance your closing process now by clicking 'Save as Template' and tailoring it to your specific needs.

While this checklist focuses on the closing processes, our Real Estate Closing Documents Checklist is a great tool for managing the actual documents required for closing. Give them both a try!

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What is this Template

This Real Estate Closing Checklist is a comprehensive guide designed to assist real estate agents in managing the intricacies of property transactions. It offers a structured framework that covers every stage of the transaction process, from the initial client interaction to the final closing. This tool is not just about organizing tasks; it's about ensuring a smooth and successful transaction journey. The checklist is a culmination of industry best practices, aiming to minimize oversights and streamline the transaction process. Sealing Your Deals with Excellence!

Who is it For

Tailored for real estate agents, this checklist is a critical tool for both seasoned professionals and those new to the industry. It serves as a roadmap for agents to navigate through the complex process of real estate transactions. The checklist is versatile, catering to various transaction types, whether residential or commercial. By providing a clear and comprehensive outline of necessary steps, it aids agents in managing their workflow, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

What Does it Cover

This checklist encompasses all aspects of a real estate transaction. It begins with gathering client information, setting realistic goals, and understanding client needs. It then guides agents through property listing and marketing, buyer searches, offer and negotiation phases, and the critical steps of financing, inspections, and legal documentation. The checklist concludes with the closing process, ensuring all parties are satisfied and all necessary documents are accounted for. It's a thorough tool that leaves no stone unturned in the transaction process.

How to Use It

The checklist is designed for practical, everyday use. Real estate agents can employ it in face-to-face meetings, over the phone, or send it electronically for clients to review. It's adaptable for individual client needs and can be customized to suit different property types and transaction requirements. The checklist's format is intuitive, guiding agents through each step methodically, ensuring they stay on track and maintain high efficiency throughout the transaction process.You can follow the template as an aid tool or create a copy of it and start checking tasks for each new transaction.

Getting Started

You can always refer to this template when acquiring a new client. But to truly stay on track, you can save the template, customize it to fit your specific needs, and create a dedicated checklist for each new client. Here's how:

  • Save the Template: Begin by saving the checklist as a customizable template in your system to fit your particular agency processes.
  • Trigger the template: As soon as a new customer starts the process, create a checklist from the template and use to to stay on track. Tick tasks as they get completed.
  • Engage with Clients: Use the checklist as a basis for discussions with clients, ensuring transparency and alignment of expectations.
  • Track Progress: As you move through each stage of the transaction, mark off completed tasks, keeping a clear record of your progress.
  • Collaborative Functionality: Share the checklist with your team for collaborative transactions, ensuring everyone is aligned and informed.

Incorporating this checklist into your real estate practices will lead to more organized, efficient, and successful property transactions, ultimately enhancing client satisfaction and boosting your professional reputation. Closing the deal will open new opportunities!

Who it's for

This Real Estate Closing Checklist is for teams that want consistent execution, less rework, and clear ownership.

  • Standardize quality - run the same Real Estate Closing steps every time, regardless of who executes
  • Save time - reuse a proven Real Estate Closing workflow instead of rebuilding processes from scratch
  • Improve accountability - assign owners and see what's done vs. what's pending
  • Onboard faster - use the Real Estate Closing checklist as the SOP and training guide
  • Coordinate across roles - handoffs are clear and everyone works from the same source of truth

How to use it

How to use this Real Estate Closing Checklist:

  1. Start by saving it - save as a Template if you'll reuse it, or as a Checklist if it's a one-off project.
  2. Customize it once for your workflow - remove what doesn't apply and add your team-specific steps.
  3. Assign ownership and execute - set owners/due dates where needed and track completion as work happens.
  4. Reuse without rebuilding - when Real Estate Closing comes up again, start from your saved version and run it with clear ownership.

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