A Florida real estate listing agreement is a contract in which a licensed agent receives permission to sell a particular piece of real estate on behalf of the property owner. A listing agreement identifies critical transactions details, such as the seller’s asking price, the agent’s commission rate or fee, the listing period, and what the agent can and cannot do as it relates to marketing the property to potential buyers.

It may be necessary for sellers to sign a representation disclosure depending on the type of brokerage relationship they desire; Florida law requires written consent for any “single agent” or “no brokerage” relationship. Agents should be advised that both disclosed and nondisclosed dual agency is illegal in Florida.

• Dual Agency (§ 475.278(1)(a)) – Dual agency is prohibited in Florida. However, an agent can establish a transaction broker relationship in which they serve in a limited capacity as a neutral party for the buyer and seller.
• Purchase Agreement – Delivered to a property seller to communicate the terms and conditions of a real estate purchase proposal.

Realtor Version

Florida Exclusive Right of Sale Listing Agreement – An official listing agreement created by the Florida Association of REALTORS® that gives a broker the exclusive authority to sell real estate.

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