Commission Disbursement Authorizations (CDAs) are essential documents in real estate transactions, outlining commission payouts to escrow. This guide explains the steps to obtain, revise, and maintain compliant CDAs.

In order to obtain a Commission Disbursement Authorization (CDA) to send to the title or closing company, you must have your SkySlope file completed with accurate and compliant information and documents.

Verify transaction details, including the purchase price and critical data points, to ensure that the information reflects accurately in your CDA. Incomplete or incorrect details can lead to delays or compliance issues.

Key Points:

When approved and in a compliant status, escrow pays out the commission directly at the closing.
If your file lacks compliance, escrow sends the full commission to the platform, and disbursement occurs only after the file meets compliance standards.

Step 1: Set Up Your SkySlope File

Submit within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

Complete the ‘Contacts’ Tab

Enter accurate and complete escrow details.
Double-check for typos or missing information to avoid processing delays.

Complete the ‘Commission’ Tab

Be sure to include:

Gross Commission (% or flat fee)
TC (Transaction Coordinator) Details
- Name, Fee Amount, and Address
Credits/Debits applied to commission
Team Splits & Breakdown (if applicable)
Indicate where TC and Broker Fees are being deducted from
- If not deducted from gross commission, specify who will pay.

📌 Allow up to 48 business hours for audits, CDA approvals, and any requested revisions (excluding weekends & holidays). To maintain compliance, files undergo reviews where transaction details and document accuracy are examined. Non-compliance can delay the process, emphasizing the need for a thorough pre-submission review.

Step 2: Complete Your File

Upload all required documentation and attach them to the correct checklist items.
Your Radius Auditor will review and adjust the checklist as needed during the audit.

Important Notes:

Items marked “Required” must be completed for audit approval.
Use the comments section on checklist items to communicate with your auditor.
Auditors may leave notes or questions — check back regularly.

Step 3: CDA Approval

Once your file is mostly complete and passes the audit:

You’ll receive an email notification from your auditor.
Update your Commission tab if needed.
You’ll receive your CDA via DocuSign for review and signature.

Routing the CDA:

Once signed, a copy is automatically sent to:
- The Escrow Officer listed in your file
- Your Team Lead, if you're on a team
- Your Managing Broker, if you're an independent agent

Step 4: Closing Out Your File

After the transaction records:

Upload Final Closing Documents and any missing items.
Your auditor will review and mark your file as closed in both SkySlope and your Radius Dashboard.

Once everything is complete, the file status will update to “Closed” and the file will be archived.