Transaction coordination in Seattle.

A transaction coordinator in Seattle manages the paperwork, deadlines, and communication between all parties from contract to close. Seattle sits in King County, Washington, within a metro area of roughly 4.0 million people. Every file follows Washington rules, King County recording customs, and the pace of the local market.

For a full breakdown of Washington closing conventions, contract forms, and regulatory details, see the Washington state hub.

• Median home price: $870,000
• Average days on market: 27
• Metro population: 4.0 million

Tech-industry dominance (Amazon, Microsoft, Meta) keeps demand and prices elevated. Premium listings in desirable neighborhoods frequently sell in under two weeks and above asking price, despite the broader metro median sitting near $870,000.

Title companies run closings in this market, not attorneys. Quill manages the entire transaction from contract to close, coordinating directly with the title company on commitment review, settlement statements, and closing logistics.

• Closing convention: Category D
• Standard contract form: NWMLS Form 21 (Residential Purchase and Sale Agreement)
• State regulator: Washington Department of Licensing (DOL)

From the moment you forward the executed contract until after the close package is in your broker file, Quill runs the deal end-to-end. $350 per file, billed at close.

• Contract timeline built and shared with all parties (cooperating agent, lender, title company, and inspectors)
• Deadline tracking for every contingency in the NWMLS Form 21
• Earnest money delivery confirmed and receipt chased until it clears escrow
• Inspection scheduling coordinated with the buyer's vendors; objection and resolution deadlines tracked
• Weekly lender updates pulled with direct confirmation before contingency expirations
• Title commitment reviewed for exceptions that need cure or waiver
• Closing disclosure reviewed against commission demand and broker file requirements before signing
• Final broker-file package assembled to Washington regulatory standards

How much does a transaction coordinator cost in Seattle?

Quill charges $350 flat per file for transaction coordination in Seattle, Washington. The fee is billed at close, so there's no upfront cost.

What's the median home price in Seattle?

The median home price in the Seattle metro is approximately $870,000, with an average of 27 days on market.

Who holds earnest money in King County?

In King County, earnest money is typically held by the title company, not the buyer's brokerage.

Does Seattle require a closing attorney?

No. This market uses title companies or escrow officers for closings rather than attorneys. Quill coordinates directly with the title or escrow company throughout.