Katherine M. Crabtree
Lago Vista,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly motivated real estate professional with a strong work ethic and proven ability to manage residential transactions from contract execution through closing. Experienced in reviewing contracts and transaction documents, maintaining accurate and compliant files, coordinating deadlines and closing timelines, and communicating effectively with clients, agents, lenders, and other transaction partners. Brings additional experience in accounting, financial reconciliation, document processing, and customer service. Known for strong organizational skills, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to quickly learn new processes and systems. Seeking to leverage this experience and commitment to exceptional service in an Escrow Assistant role within the title industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Director
New Hope Realty Group
2024.01 - Current
- Coordinate residential real estate transactions from contract execution through closing, ensuring required documentation, deadlines, and transaction milestones are completed accurately and on time.
- Review contracts and transaction documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Collect, organize, and maintain transaction documentation for both buyer and seller files.
- Monitor timelines and coordinate with agents and transaction partners to facilitate a smooth closing process.
- Prepare and maintain Commission Disbursement Authorizations (CDAs) to support accurate and timely disbursement of funds.
- Manage transaction files and ensure required documentation is properly maintained and accessible throughout the transaction.
- Communicate with clients, agents, and other transaction participants to obtain information, resolve issues, and keep transactions moving forward.
- Implement workflow and organizational processes that improve transaction efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
Transaction Coordinator / Buyer's Agent
RE/MAX Temple Belton / Ali Thompson Homes
2020.11 - 2023.12
- Upload property information into Multiple Listings Services for new listings.
- Manage social media calendar; create posts for Facebook, and Instagram.
- Collect and manage all paperwork for all transactions for both buyers and sellers.
- Update 'Google My Business' page to include posts, photos, reviews, and products.
- Call new client leads.
- Show prospective homes to buyers.
- Draft and review listing agreements and sales contracts while coordinating with cooperating real estate agents throughout the property transfer and closing process.
Accounting Specialist
Somerset Logistics, LLC
2017.10 - 2023.01
- Managed financial accounts for veteran-owned national freight brokerage, overseeing contracted sales agents and client portfolios.
- Coordinated with logistics companies to confirm job completion and secure payment receipts.
- Processed incoming documents for payments to over 500 freight companies in United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- Trained new accounting department employees on proprietary software and standard operating procedures.
- Executed weekly payroll for all sales agents within the organization.
- Initiated automated clearing house (ACH) payments to freight carriers efficiently.
- Worked remotely with minimal supervision while collaborating with accounting department through digital platforms.
Secretary
University of Mary Hardin Baylor
2015.12 - 2017.08
- Facilitated communication and information requests for students, parents, and prospective students in College of Nursing.
- Verified and maintained immunization records for over 500 nursing students for clinical eligibility.
- Managed admissions documentation for applicants to College of Nursing, processing data for merit-based selection of over 100 new students each semester.
- Advised prospective students on application requirements for College of Nursing admission.
- Maintained records for students passing National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to achieve registered nurse status.
- Compiled volunteer hours database for over 500 nursing students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS2005-05
Skills
- Real Estate Transaction Coordination
- Contract & Document Review
- Closing & Transaction Timeline Management
- File Maintenance & Compliance
- Customer & Client Service
- Financial Reconciliation
- Commission & Disbursement Processing
- Deadline Management & Follow-Up
- Microsoft Office Suite
- DocuSign & ZipForms Plus
- MLS & Real Estate Systems
- QuickBooks
Affiliations
- Kansas State University Alumni Association
- National Association of Realtors
- Austin Board of Realtors
Certification
- Professional Photographer, New York Institute of Photography
- Real Estate License, Texas
Timeline
Operations Director
New Hope Realty Group
2024.01 - Current
Transaction Coordinator / Buyer's Agent
RE/MAX Temple Belton / Ali Thompson Homes
2020.11 - 2023.12
Accounting Specialist
Somerset Logistics, LLC
2017.10 - 2023.01
Secretary
University of Mary Hardin Baylor
2015.12 - 2017.08
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Kansas State University