Which Listing Agreement Does Bramlett Prefer? (And Which Seller's Disclosure?)
Which Listing Agreement Does Bramlett Prefer? (And Which Seller's Disclosure?)
Straightforward answers to two of the most common form questions.
Listing Agreement: Which Form to Use
Bramlett's preference: The TAR Residential Listing Agreement (TXR 1101)
This is the standard residential listing agreement used across Texas and the form most sellers and co-op agents are familiar with. Use this form for standard residential transactions.
The Unlock listing agreement is also in use at Bramlett. If you are using Unlock-specific financing or working within an Unlock transaction context, use their form. For standard listings, default to TXR 1101.
Three critical terms to include in any listing agreement: See 3 Critical Terms to Include in ANY Listing Agreement — this is required reading before you list.
Seller's Disclosure: Which Form to Use
Bramlett does not mandate a specific seller's disclosure form, but the standard and most widely accepted form is:
TAR Seller's Disclosure Notice (TXR 1406)
This is the form most Texas listing agents use and what buyers' agents expect to receive.
Seller's Shield is a third-party tool that helps sellers generate a thorough disclosure. It's a good option for sellers who want guided assistance completing the disclosure. See Sellers Shield: Company Code & How to Use for details.
Special Situations
| Situation | Form / Notes |
|---|---|
| New construction | Builder typically provides their own disclosure — confirm with builder |
| Short sale | Additional addenda required — see Short Sale Addendum (Form 45-2) |
| Lease listing | Different listing agreement — see Leasing, Lease Invoices, & Payment |
| Unrepresented buyer | Additional considerations — see Working with Unrepresented Buyers as a Listing Agent |