Frequently Asked Questions

What is Timely Contract®?
Timely Contract is a lead generation system connecting qualified attorneys with homebuyers or sellers in an arms-length transaction. 

Is Timely Contract a law firm?
No. Attorneys working Timely Contract referrals are independently owned and operated businesses.

What makes Timely Contract different?
Timely Contract’s proprietary, branded legal solutions meet the common legal needs of homebuyers and sellers and the aggressive contract deadlines of the residential real estate transaction. 

What is a TC Certified® attorney?

TC Certified attorneys have five years of real estate legal experience and are trained in four proprietary legal solutions.

What legal services do TC Certified attorneys provide?

TC Certified attorneys render the legal service most appropriate to the client’s legal need.

How does Timely Contract define “arms-length” transaction? 

Timely Contract refers potential clients to three TC Certified attorneys licensed in the jurisdiction of their property. Potential clients choose the attorney they are most comfortable working with.

Are TC Certified attorneys required to use one of the proprietary legal solutions? 

No. If traditional legal services best meet a client’s legal need, the TC Certified attorney should make that recommendation.

How large is the legal market for homebuyers and sellers?

Because of the novel nature of the residential real estate legal market, the size of the market is unknown. However, the need for legal counsel during the residential transaction is estimated at one in ten, and new industry revenue potential assuming a 1% market penetration is easily over $100,000,000.

Can I opt-out of referrals?

Yes. Take as many, or as few, referrals as your workload allows.

How long does it take to fill out the online application?

Less than three minutes.

How do I become TC Certified?
Four steps: 1. Apply online; 2. View twelve training videos taking less than two hours; 3. Provide payment information to payment processor; 4. Email headshot, company name, and short bio to Timely Contract for the attorney display page.

How long does it take to become TC Certified?

If you have your materials ready, no more than two hours.

Can a firm become TC Certified? 

No. Certification is available to individual attorneys only.

How are territories assigned?  

Upon certification, territories are assigned by county based on seniority.

What’s the cost to get TC Certified?

There’s no cost to become certified. You pay nothing until you receive your first referral. The cost of the referral depends on your jurisdiction and is specified in the Conditional Use License Agreement.

What is the return-on-investment for Timely Contract leads?

Expect a minimum 100% return-on-investment. This result is not guaranteed but, even with conservative estimates, a 100% return on investment should be easily attainable.

How do I pay?

Referral Fees are charged against your credit or debit card. The Fee is due as referrals are emailed to you. You will not receive a bill or monthly invoice from Timely Contract. Your credit or debit statement is the record of payments.

What payment processor do you use?

Timely Contract presently uses LawPay as a trusted source of financial transactions for the legal community.

Can the Firm pay for leads?

Yes. Provide the Firm’s payment information when signing up to become TC Certified.

What if I haven’t heard back from a potential client?
Attorneys compete for clients through Timely Contract as they do in the legal marketplace. If you’re experiencing less than a 20% close rate or not achieving 100% ROI, you’re advised to take a close look at your client interview and intake process for improvement.

Timely Contract wants you to be successful.
Business consulting services are available at reasonable rates. Feel free to email ContactUs@reallegaladvice.com for more information.