Final answer: In terms of a real estate transaction, the ability to cancel a listing during the term of the listing agreement primarily lies with the seller and the broker.
You should use the Listing Cancellation Form when you wish to terminate an existing listing agreement with your real estate agent.
The seller can allow a listing to be canceled during the term of the agreement. The seller, being the owner of the property, can decide to withdraw his or her property from the market.
Reasons for termination might include an agent's unsatisfactory performance, the seller changing their mind about selling the property or a mutual decision to otherwise end the contract.
Whether you change your mind about selling, have ethical or performance concerns about the agent, or you just don't find a buyer, you can get out of a listing agreement.
Both principals to the listing agreement have the power to revoke the contract at any time. They do not, however, always have the right. That is, client or broker may cancel a listing but remain liable for damages to the other party.
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.