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Real Estate Commission Invoice Template

A commission invoice tells the closing agent exactly what to pay your brokerage, and when. This layout shows the property, sale price, commission rate and your share of the split, with fees and reimbursements below. It also works for referral fees and consulting billed outside a sale.

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From sale price to closing, every figure shown.

What to include on a real estate invoice

  • Property address and closing date

    Lead with the property and the scheduled closing date. Settlement agents file by property, and the date tells them when funds go out.

  • Sale price and commission rate

    Show the sale price, the agreed rate or flat fee, and the math. A figure that can be checked in seconds is easier to approve.

  • Commission split

    Make clear which share you're claiming: the listing side, the buyer side, a referral fee or an agent's split with the brokerage. Each party should invoice only its own portion.

  • Disbursement instructions

    Say who should receive the funds and how. Wire fraud is a known risk at closings, so confirm bank details by phone and never accept changes by email alone.

A sample real estate invoice.

Larkfield Realty Group billing Capital Crest Settlement Services, payable on receipt. Open it in the generator and every line is yours to edit.

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Line items on a sample real estate invoice, issued Oct 12, 2026
ItemAmount
Listing brokerage commission
1418 Sycamore Ridge Drive, 2.5% of $585,000
1 × $14,625.00
$14,625.00
Broker administrative fee
Per the listing agreement, paid by the seller
1 × $395.00
$395.00
Listing photography and floor plan
Advanced by the brokerage, reimbursable per addendum
1 × $425.00
$425.00
Subtotal$15,445.00
Balance due$15,445.00

Notes. Please disburse at the October 23 closing, and call our office to confirm wiring instructions before sending funds.

Terms. Payable at closing from the seller's proceeds, as shown on the settlement statement. The cooperating brokerage's share is paid to them directly and isn't included above.

Billing tips for real estate agents and brokers.

  • Send the commission statement early

    Get your invoice or disbursement authorization to the closing agent several days before closing. Last-minute paperwork can hold up your check.

  • Put referral fees in writing

    Referral fees between brokerages should rest on a signed referral agreement. Invoice from your brokerage after closing, quoting the agreement and the percentage.

  • Bill services apart from commissions

    Broker price opinions, leasing help and hourly consulting aren't commissions. Invoice them on their own so they don't get mixed into a closing statement.

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Real Estate invoicing, answered.

Who pays a real estate commission?

It depends on the agreements signed with your client and any terms in the purchase contract. Commissions are negotiable, and on a sale they're usually paid at closing from the funds shown on the settlement statement.

Can a real estate agent invoice a client directly?

In many states an agent can only be paid through their brokerage, so the invoice should come from the brokerage or be approved by it. Licensing rules vary, so check with your broker and your state's real estate commission.

Is sales tax charged on real estate commissions?

Generally not, but a few states levy gross receipts or service taxes that can reach commissions. Rules vary, so confirm with a tax professional where you practice.

Is this template free to use?

Yes. Open it in the invoice generator, replace the sample details with your own and download a PDF. No sign-up, no watermark.

Can I add my own logo and colours?

Yes. Upload your logo, choose a design and pick an accent colour, or enter your own hex value. 3 designs are free; Pro unlocks all 48.

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