The lease term shall be defined as the period between the start and end dates listed in the rental agreement, not including any renewal period(s). A residential listing agreement is an contract between a property owner and a real estate broker where the broker lists the property for sale.A listing contract is also called a listing agreement and it acts as a contract between a real estate broker and a seller who is the owner of real property. A listing agreement is a legally binding contract between the seller (you) and the real estate brokerage that helps you sell your home. The listing agreement is a contract that lays out specific, agreedupon terms, giving the real estate agent permission to market a home to buyers. Many include a renewal clause, which provides an option to extend the listing period if both parties agree. This means the listing agreement cannot contain an automatic renewal clause.