What Is a No Brokerage Relationship Notice in Real Estate?

A No Brokerage Relationship Notice is a required disclosure in Florida real estate transactions that informs consumers when a licensee is not representing them as an agent. It clarifies that the licensee has no fiduciary duty to the buyer or seller and is acting without a brokerage relationship.

💡 How a No Brokerage Relationship Works

Under Florida Statute 475.278, a real estate licensee must provide the No Brokerage Relationship Notice before showing property or entering into serious discussions about a transaction. This notice ensures that the consumer understands the licensee is not acting as their representative and owes no loyalty or confidentiality beyond honesty and fair dealing.

  • Licensee must disclose the relationship type in writing.
  • Consumer acknowledges that no agency relationship exists.
  • Licensee must still act honestly and fairly and disclose all known facts affecting value.

🏠 Why FSBO Sellers Should Know About It

For flat fee MLS sellers in Florida, this form is commonly used when listing through a limited-service brokerage like Brokerless. It protects both parties by defining that the seller retains control over the transaction while the brokerage performs only specific services like MLS entry.

This allows FSBO sellers to remain independent while meeting the state’s disclosure laws regarding representation.

📋 Key Points for Sellers

  • Required under Florida law when no agency relationship exists.
  • Protects both seller and brokerage from misunderstandings.
  • Must be signed before entering into any discussion that could imply representation.
  • Common in flat fee MLS listings and limited-service brokerage agreements.

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