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Stop Chasing Time in 2026: The Smarter Resolution for Real Estate Agents
When you stop personally managing contracts, deadlines, paperwork, and follow-ups, something unexpected happens: You get time back.
Sarah Bates
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Top Real Estate News & What It Means for Agents: December 2025
Stay up to date with the most important real estate news from December 2025—and our breakdown of what it all means for agents. Brought to you by SmoothTC — the company that keeps you prepared and helps you shine.
Sarah Bates
Dec 26, 20255 min read


Hiring a Transaction Coordinator Does Not Mean Losing Control
Hiring a Transaction Coordinator Does Not Mean Losing Control
Sarah Bates
Dec 23, 20253 min read


The Final Inspection: What Docs to Review
The Final Inspection (most commonly referred to as the Final Walkthrough) is usually the Buyer’s last opportunity to inspect the property to ensure it's contractually move-in ready! ⮕ Click here to read more about what to inspect at the final walkthrough. The Documents to Review & Why If you are a hands-on Buyer, here are some documents you can review to ensure everything is complete when you perform the final inspection with your Agent: Repair Amendment (Click to Read Mo
Sarah Bates
Dec 19, 20252 min read


Sarah Bates from SmoothTC Receives Hidden Gem Recognition from Nashville Voyager Magazine
Sarah Bates from SmoothTCReceives Hidden Gem Recognition from Nashville Voyager Magazine
Sarah Bates
Dec 9, 20252 min read


'Tis the Season for Smooth Transactions
Registering as VIP Client on SmoothTC takes less than 10 minutes and as of December 2025, it's FREE for agents. Be empowered to unlock the flexibility and convenience to initiate transactions whenever you need without any commitments, delays, or pressure.
Sarah Bates
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Top Real Estate News & What It Means for Agents: November 2025
Stay up to date with the most important real estate news from November 2025—and our breakdown of what it all means for agents. Brought to you by SmoothTC — the company that keeps you prepared and helps you shine.
Sarah Bates
Dec 4, 20255 min read


Hiring a Transaction Coordinator Doesn't Have to be Scary
Hiring a Transaction Coordinator Doesn't have to be scary. We live in a backwards world where asking for help can actually feel scary. The fear of trusting the wrong person with your real estate business is a real, legitimate concern. But when the workload grows or life pulls in different directions, that same hesitation can quietly cost you business opportunities.
Sarah Bates
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Is Hiring a Transaction Coordinator Too Expensive?
Determine whether hiring a transaction coordinator is too expensive and how to evaluate.
Sarah Bates
Aug 12, 20257 min read


Objections Agents Should Rethink Before Hiring a TC
Many real estate agents operate under the false assumption that hiring a Transaction Coordinator is only for top producers closing 2+...
Sarah Bates
Aug 11, 202510 min read


12 Steps to Closed: A Step-by-Step Guide for Home Buyers
Unparalleled Customer Service One of the most overlooked benefits of hiring a transaction coordinator is the elevated level of customer...
Sarah Bates
Jun 10, 20253 min read


Calculating the Deadlines in a Right of First Refusal
This is a brief overview of some key deadlines in a Right of First Refusal that SmoothTC calculates for its clients
Sarah Bates
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Tennessee Real Estate Contract Quiz: Can you Calculate the Inspection Period Deadline in this Example?
Test if you understand how to accurately calculate the Inspection Period Deadline.
Sarah Bates
Mar 10, 20252 min read


Revolutionizing Real Estate: How Technology Will Transform Transactions in the Future
The real estate industry has always evolved to meet the needs of its time, adapting to new technologies, social trends, and economic...
Sarah Bates
Jan 27, 20254 min read


♫ Tis the Season to Register as VIP with SmoothTC for Free ♫
We hope you can almost hear our jingle! Trust us, we know how demanding your business is and at SmoothTC, we're here to make it easier for you. Register as a VIP Client for FREE (it takes less than 10 minutes), and unlock the flexibility and convenience to initiate transactions whenever you need without any commitments, delays, or pressure. Perks of Being a VIP Client TRANSACT ON-DEMAND SmoothTC guarantees our VIP Clients priority over all incoming transactions, and ensures
Sarah Bates
Dec 9, 20241 min read


Deeds, Barter, and Boundaries: How Real Estate Deals Were Done in the 1800s
In the 1800s, the process of buying and selling homes in the United States was markedly different from today's standardized and regulated...
Sarah Bates
Nov 30, 20243 min read


Calculating the Resolution Period Deadline in a Tennessee Real Estate Contract
Navigate the Tennessee real estate Resolution Period with ease. Learn how to handle deadlines and avoid potential pitfalls.
Sarah Bates
Nov 6, 20243 min read


Calculating the Inspection Period Deadline in a Tennessee Real Estate Contract
Learn how to calculate the Inspection Period Deadline in Tennessee Real Estate Contracts.
Sarah Bates
Nov 6, 20243 min read


What to Check at the Final Walkthrough
The final walk-through is your last opportunity to ensure that the property is in the agreed-upon condition before closing. It typically takes place 24-48 hours before closing. Here’s what you need to look for: 1. Review Documents Repair Amendment. For checking that any agreed-upon repairs have been completed. Inspection Report. To review before pictures of agreed-upon items with the repair or replaced final product may prove to be helpful (if not attached to your Repair Amen
Sarah Bates
Sep 9, 20243 min read


Why Realtors Should Hire a Transaction Coordinator
Check out this video from one of SmoothTC clients on why hiring a Transaction Coordinator can be a game-changer for realtors. Here’s why...
Sarah Bates
Aug 16, 20242 min read
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