What occurs to an exclusive listing when its time period expires?

When the time period of an exclusive listing expires, the owner regains full control over the property and can choose how to proceed. This means that they have the option to sell the property independently, without involving the listing agent, or to engage a different agent for assistance. In an exclusive listing agreement, the agent has the exclusive right to sell the property for a specified duration. Once that time period ends, unless the contract has been renewed or extended, the owner is free to pursue other avenues for selling their property, including choosing another real estate agent or opting to handle the sale on their own.