Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 4 Exam Practice

How would you best describe a listing that offers only selected services?

1. Full service listing

2. A la carte listing

3. Collateral listing

4. Open listing

5. Standard service listing

6. Exclusive listing

The correct answer is: A la carte listing

A listing that offers only selected services is best described as an a la carte listing. This term originates from the restaurant industry, where customers can choose individual items from a menu rather than a full meal. In the context of real estate, this means that sellers can select specific services they want from their real estate agent without committing to a full range of services. This approach allows for greater flexibility and customization according to the seller's needs and preferences, as opposed to a full service listing where a comprehensive suite of services is provided. As a result, sellers can potentially save on costs by only paying for the services they actually require, which may include marketing, staging, or legal assistance. Other types of listings, such as open listings or exclusive listings, come with different sets of rules and obligations that generally involve either exclusivity or multiple agent involvement, which doesn't align with the selective nature of an a la carte approach.