Real Estate Agent Invoice Template

Real Estate Agent Invoice Template

Create professional real estate invoices for commissions, referral fees, and transaction services. Our template includes commission calculations, brokerage splits, and marketing expenses. Perfect for realtors, brokers, and transaction coordinators. Download instantly in PDF, Word, or Excel format.

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Invoice Details
Additional Information
Line Items
Description
Qty
Rate
Amount
$12,000.00
$350.00
$500.00
$250.00
$3,000.00
Tax & Discount
Notes & Terms

What to Include on a Real Estate Invoice

Professional real estate invoices should document:

Agent/Broker Information
  • Agent name and license number
  • Brokerage name and address
  • Contact information
  • Tax ID/EIN
Transaction Details
  • Property address
  • Sale price
  • Closing date
  • Buyer and seller names
  • MLS number
  • Transaction type (purchase, lease, etc.)
Commission Details
  • Gross commission percentage
  • Gross commission amount
  • Brokerage split percentage
  • Agent net commission
  • Referral fees owed
  • Final amount due
Additional Services
  • Transaction coordination
  • Marketing and advertising
  • Professional photography
  • Staging costs
  • Sign installation
  • Virtual tours
Expenses & Deductions
  • MLS fees
  • E&O insurance
  • Desk fees
  • Marketing costs
  • Referral fees paid
  • Other deductions

Real Estate Commission Structures

Understanding commission billing:

Traditional Commission
  • Listing side: 2.5-3%
  • Buyer side: 2.5-3%
  • Total: 5-6% of sale price
  • Split between brokerages
Agent-Broker Splits
  • New agent: 50/50 to 60/40
  • Experienced: 70/30 to 80/20
  • Top producer: 80/20 to 90/10
  • 100% models: flat fee per transaction
Referral Fees
  • Agent to agent: 20-35%
  • Relocation company: 30-40%
  • Lead generation: 25-35%
  • Paid from receiving agent's commission
Flat Fee Services
  • Listing only: $500-2,000
  • Limited service: $1,000-3,000
  • Transaction coordination: $300-500
  • Marketing package: $500-1,500
Commercial Real Estate
  • Commission: 3-6%
  • Lease commission: 4-6% of lease value
  • Tenant rep: 50% of commission
  • Higher for complex deals

Types of Real Estate Invoices

Different invoicing scenarios:

Commission Invoice to Brokerage
  • Property and transaction details
  • Gross commission earned
  • Split calculation
  • Deductions itemized
  • Net amount due to agent
Referral Fee Invoice
  • Referring agent information
  • Referred client name
  • Property address
  • Sale price and commission
  • Referral percentage and amount
Transaction Coordinator Invoice
  • Services provided
  • Transaction details
  • Flat fee or hourly
  • Due at closing or before
Marketing Services Invoice
  • Photography, staging, etc.
  • Due before or at listing
  • May be deducted from commission
  • Itemized expenses
Brokerage to Agent Statement
  • Commission received
  • Brokerage split taken
  • Fees deducted
  • Net paid to agent
  • YTD summary

Real Estate Billing Best Practices

Manage commissions professionally:

Commission Collection
  • Commission paid through escrow at closing
  • Invoice brokerage or directly receive from title
  • Track pending commissions
  • Follow up on delayed closings
Referral Fee Management
  • Written referral agreement required
  • Invoice within 10 days of closing
  • Document referring agent license
  • Brokerage-to-brokerage payment
Expense Tracking
  • Keep receipts for all expenses
  • Deductible marketing costs
  • Track mileage for showings
  • Document client-related expenses
Record Keeping
  • Maintain transaction files
  • Store invoices for tax purposes
  • Track annual commission income
  • Document all referral agreements
Tax Considerations
  • Most agents are 1099 independent contractors
  • Quarterly estimated taxes
  • Deduct business expenses
  • Track commission by transaction

Frequently Asked Questions