If a client terminates a listing agreement early, they may owe a commission depending on the work done by the agent and the agreement's terms. The listing is cancelled, but contractual obligations may still apply.
You should use the Listing Cancellation Form when you wish to terminate an existing listing agreement with your real estate agent.
In instances where the broker has actively marketed the property and invested time and resources, canceling the agreement can lead to legal and ethical implications. The broker might be entitled to compensation for their efforts or expenses incurred during the marketing period.
A listing agreement should include a termination clause to outline conditions under which the property owner or real estate agent can end the contract early.
First off, without a defined expiration date, you didn't have a ratified listing agreement. Second, in California, as of 2024, you cannot have a listing agreement term for longer than 24 months, and if you essentially had an indefinite listing agreement, this would be unlawful.
Termination clauses can always be customized but standard ones are included in almost every agreement.
You should use the Listing Cancellation Form when you wish to terminate an existing listing agreement with your real estate agent.