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How to Cancel a Listing in California

Updated over 3 weeks ago

This guide outlines the step-by-step process for canceling a property listing on the MLS in California. It ensures all necessary approvals, documentation, and system updates are completed accurately and efficiently. By following this process, you can avoid delays, maintain compliance, and ensure a smooth listing cancellation.


Step 1: Create the Skyslope File

  • A Skyslope file must exist for the listing to be canceled.

  • The following documents should be included in the file:

    • Residential Listing Agreement

    • Agency Disclosure

    • All pertinent documents


Step 2: Prepare and Send the CAR Form (COL) for Cancellation

  • Prepare and send the CAR form COL (Cancelation of Listing) to Principal

  • Send the form to the principal(s) / Seller(s) for signature via Docusign



Step 3: Obtain the Managing Brokerโ€™s Signature

Please follow this order:

  • Submit to your Principal for signature.

  • Once signed by the Principal, forward to the Managing Broker for approval and signature.

  • Once signed, you will receive a copy of the signed COL.
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Step 4: Upload the Fully Executed COL Form to SkySlope

  • Verify that the COL form is fully executed with all required signatures.

  • Upload the signed document to SkySlope under the respective transaction file.

  • Cancel the listing in SkySlope to reflect the status change.



Step 5: Submit the Fully Executed CAR Form to your Local MLS

  • Please send the fully executed COL to your local Association and/or MLS. Depending on your MLS Association

  • Confirm that the MLS has received your COL and that they have processed the cancellation.


Compliance & Best Practices

โœ” Timely Actions: Ensure all parties sign the document promptly to prevent delays and update SkySlope accordingly.
โœ” Record Keeping: Maintain a copy of the executed COL form and MLS cancellation confirmation in your records.
๐Ÿ“Œ Final Check: Ensure the listing is fully removed from the MLS, and all transaction records reflect the cancellation.

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