If you're set on canceling, send a formal request in writing, either via email or certified letter. Be sure to include your property address, the date, and a clear statement that you're terminating the agreement. If you want to work with a different agent in the future, be clear about the termination timeframe.
Termination clauses can always be customized but standard ones are included in almost every agreement.
For example, when a buyer makes an offer on a property, that agreement typically has a cancellation clause that allows the buyer to cancel the agreement within a certain number of days if the property inspection report comes back with negative results.
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.
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.
The answer is death of the sales associate who worked with the buyer. A listing agreement is a personal service agreement between a broker and a seller, not between a sales associate and a seller.
Breach of Contract: If your agent fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in the listing agreement, you may be able to terminate the contract due to a breach. Common breaches include inadequate marketing efforts, failing to communicate effectively, or not abiding by the terms specified in the agreement.