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Best POS Systems for Real Estate Agencies

Real estate agencies need payment solutions for earnest money deposits, service fees, and sometimes rental fees. The right system handles large transaction amounts, maintains proper escrow documentation, and integrates with real estate workflows.

Common Challenges

Earnest money collection
Escrow account management
Commission disbursement
Service fee billing
Large transaction handling
Trust account compliance
Agent desk fee collection

Must-Have Features

  • High transaction limits
  • ACH payments
  • Trust account support
  • Professional invoicing
  • Payment documentation
  • Reporting

Nice-to-Have Features

  • Real estate software integration
  • Escrow management
  • Commission tracking
  • Client portal
  • Electronic signatures

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I collect earnest money via credit card?

Possible but rarely done due to fees on large amounts. Most earnest money is collected via personal check, cashier's check, or wire transfer to escrow/title company. Card processing fees on $10k+ would be substantial.

What about collecting service fees from clients?

For admin fees, transaction fees, or marketing fees (where legal), Square invoicing works well. Some brokerages charge buyers/sellers flat fees that are easier to collect via card than at closing.

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