Maine Flat Fee Listing Agreement

Licensed Real Estate Broker

Hawkins Real Estate Services

Maine Flat Fee MLS Listing Agreement

Serving: The entire state of Maine
Joseph E. Hawkins, Broker • joe@hawkinsrealty.com • hawkinsrealty.com

Appointment and Authorization

Seller appoints Hawkins Real Estate Services, through its licensed broker Joseph E. Hawkins, as Limited Listing Broker solely for the purpose of placing the Property into the applicable Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and providing the limited services expressly stated herein. This Agreement is intended to constitute a limited services agreement and not a full-service listing agreement.

The term of this Agreement is six (6) months (12 Month under Platinum Plan) from the date of execution unless earlier terminated. Extensions may be purchased for $100, if requested at least three (3) days prior to expiration.

Seller # 1(Required)

Seller # 2

Property Address(Required)

Phone(Required)

Phone # 2

Email(Required)

Email # 2

Listing Price(Required)

Please enter a number from 100000 to 10000000.

The term of this Agreement is six (6) months (12 Months under Platinum Plan) from the date of execution unless earlier terminated. Extensions may be purchased for $100, if requested at least three (3) days prior to expiration.

Scope of Limited Services

Broker’s services are limited to:

Entry of the property listing into Stellar MLS
Forwarding buyer/agent inquiries to Seller
Basic MLS compliance assistance
Optional additional limited services (“brokerage support”) for Silver and Platinum plans

Broker’s services are strictly limited to MLS entry, basic compliance support, forwarding inquiries to Seller, and any additional services expressly selected by Seller. Broker does not provide representation, negotiation, or contract drafting unless separately agreed to in writing or the customer upgrades to the Silver or Platinum plan.

Listing Fees and Payment

Upfront, nonrefundable fees:

Rental Listings: $125
For Sale Listings: $295

Payment methods: Zelle (preferred), Venmo, CashApp, Stripe.

Listing activation requires full payment and all required documents.

Seller must submit:

Completed Stellar MLS Data Sheet
Property photos in JPG format only
Required local or state disclosures

Once documents are received, Broker will prepare a draft MLS listing for Seller review. Upon written approval, the listing will be made Active.

Listing Type(Required)

Rental ($125)

For Sale ($295)

Payment Types (payments links can be found on my website)(Required)

Zelle

Venmo

Cash App

Stripe (Credit Card)

Administrative Fees

Administrative fees (if applicable, such as upgraded Silver and Platinum plans) are paid at closing and deducted from Seller proceeds. Seller must provide a copy of the ALTA/CD to Hawkins Real Estate Services to settlement.

Service Plan Selection (select one)

Choose your Service Plan(Required)

Rental - $125

Bronze - $295 Upfront, No Support (MLS Entry Services Only)

Silver - $295 Upfront - $750 at closing (Limited Virtual Brokerage Support)

Platinum - $295 Upfront - $1,000 at closing (Full Virtual Brokerage Support)

FLAT FEE MLS Silver Plan Back Office Support Only Your home listed on the MLS, Redfin, Zillow, Realtor.com and many more sites! 6 Month Listing Local addendums included Up to 25 photos Showing Time Included Unlimited MLS changes within 24 hours Comparable Market Analysis (CMA) E-Signing Included Offer Review support only Settlement Sheet / ALTA / HUD Review You'll communicate directly with Buyers and Agents. Limited Background Support

FLAT FEE MLS Platinum Plan Full “Virtual” Support Your home listed on the MLS, Redfin, Zillow, Realtor.com and many more sites! 6 Month Listing Local addendums included Unlimited Photos Showing Time Included Unlimited MLS changes within 12 hours Seller Net Sheet Comparable Market Analysis (CMA) E-Signing Included Offer Review AND Repair Negotiations Support Settlement Sheet / ALTA / HUD Review I'll negotiate directly with the Buyer Agents for you on your behalf.

Optional Add-Ons

Communication and Contact Information

MLS rules prohibit displaying Seller’s personal contact information publicly. Seller’s phone number will be visible to agents only.

All email and phone inquiries will be forwarded to Seller.

Seller Phone Number for call fowarding(Required)

Communication Acknowledgement(Required)

I understand all inquiries will be forwarded to me and that my personal contact information will not be displayed publicly in MLS.

MLS Listing Rules, Accuracy, and Changes

Seller agrees to:

Submit all changes to joe@hawkinsrealty.com or via the website
Ensure all information is accurate and lawful
Use only authorized photos and content
Comply with MLS rules and Fair Housing laws

Broker will process changes within 24 hours.

Seller is responsible for all MLS fines (+$100) resulting from inaccurate data, unauthorized photos, or prohibited language.

MLS Rules Acknowledged(Required)

I agree to provide accurate information and understand that I am responsible for any MLS fines resulting from inaccurate or unauthorized content.

MLS Marketing and the Internet

Maine MLS supports an open, transparent market for property information by requiring subscribers (licensed agents and brokers) to cooperatively share information about all available properties and make them available to subscribers in the area on an impartial basis.

8. MLS Marketing and the Internet

As the seller/landlord, how will my broker use the MLS to market my home?

Use the MLS to share my home's information with the open market

Use the MLS to share my home's information with real estate professionals in the MLS only, and do not publicly market my home on the Internet

I do not want my home on the open market: Restrict marketing only to my broker's network. (Not recommended)

Check "Yes" to all that apply.

Buyer Agent Compensation

Seller agrees to offer compensation to a cooperating Buyer’s Agent:

For Rentals: No agency relationship is created. Tenant Agent compensation is negotiated directly between Seller and Tenant Agent. Hawkins Real Estate Services will not pay Tenant Agents.

Enter Amount or Percentage(Required)

Broker Duties

Perform all brokerage services in good faith
Maintain confidentiality unless disclosure is required by law
Present all offers and inquiries promptly

Duties are limited to the services expressly stated in this Agreement.

Broker's Duties Acknowledgment(Required)

I understand the Broker’s duties are limited to the services selected in this Agreement.

Agency Disclosure

No agency relationship is created unless separately agreed to in writing.

Agency Disclosure Requirements(Required)

I understand that no agency relationship is created by this Agreement unless separately agreed in writing.

Seller Warranties

Seller is the legal owner or authorized representative
All information provided is accurate
All photos/media submitted are owned or properly licensed

Seller Warranty Acknowledgment(Required)

I warrant that I am the legal owner or authorized representative and that all information provided is accurate.

MLS Fines and Fair Housing Compliance

Seller is responsible for any MLS fines resulting from:

Unauthorized photos
Misleading or inaccurate information
Discriminatory language
Late status updates

Minimum fine: $100. Photo copyright violations may exceed $500.

MLS & Fair Housing Acknowledgment(Required)

I understand I am responsible for MLS fines caused by inaccurate or unauthorized content.

Maine Fair Housing Compliance

The Property shall be offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Fair Housing Acknowledgment(Required)

I agree to comply with all federal and Florida Fair Housing laws.

Florida Seller Disclosure Obligations

Seller acknowledges Florida law requires disclosure of all known facts materially affecting the value of the Property that are not readily observable.

Disclosure Acknowledgment(Required)

I understand my obligation to disclose all known material facts.

Brokerage Relationship Disclosure

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Broker acts as a transaction broker under Maine law.

Brokerage Relationship Acknowledgment(Required)

I understand the Broker acts as a transaction broker unless otherwise agreed.

Termination

Seller may cancel this Agreement at any time in writing, provided the property is not under contract. Broker will remove the listing within 24 hours.

Broker may rescind this Agreement within seven (7) business days of execution.

Termination(Required)

I understand the termination terms of this Agreement.

Indemnification

Seller agrees to indemnify and hold Broker harmless from all claims, losses, fines, or legal expenses arising out of inaccurate information, MLS violations, or Fair Housing violations.

Indemnification Acknowledgment(Required)

I agree to indemnify the Broker as stated in this Agreement.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Maine.

Governing Law Acknowledgment(Required)

I agree that this Agreement is governed by Florida law.

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties. Amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Entire Agreement(Required)

I acknowledge this Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties.

Signing Today?(Required)

Yes

Signature Seller 1

Write A Note

Date

Is there a second Seller?(Required)

Yes

Signature Seller 2

Write A Note

Date

After hitting the Submit button, you'll be directed to my MLS Data Input Form for details on your property.

We will use this information to help draft your MLS Listing.