Can a real estate agent charge a cancellation fee if I terminate our listing agreement early because of poor marketing?
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 2 of 2 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence. 33 queries are still being classified.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
- docs.dos.ny.gov · docs.dos.ny.gov
- docs.dos.ny.gov · docs.dos.ny.gov
- New York State REALTOR • January/February 2026 · pubs.royle.com
- NEW YORK STATE · nysar.com
- New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services · dos.ny.gov
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
how to legally fire a real estate agent without paying a penalty IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for actionable steps to exit a listing agreement penalty-free. | — | how_to_steps | firing agents without penalty | 2x of 3 | |
can a realtor charge a cancellation fee if fired for poor marketing REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if terminating a listing contract for underperformance waives the cancellation fee. | — | web_article | fiduciary duty and agent performance | 1x of 3 | |
can a realtor charge a fee if i cancel the listing agreement REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if breaking a real estate listing contract prematurely incurs any financial penalty. | — | web_article | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
can a realtor charge a cancellation fee if fired for bad marketing REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if terminating a listing contract due to poor performance exempts them from cancellation fees. | — | web_article | fiduciary duty and agent performance | 1x of 3 | |
breach of contract real estate listing agreement poor performance RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking to see if bad marketing constitutes a legal breach of the listing agreement. | — | faq_page | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 | |
how to terminate a real estate listing agreement for breach of contract RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand the legal mechanism for ending a contract due to the agent's failure to perform. | — | how_to_steps | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 | |
breach of fiduciary duty real estate agent poor marketing RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is exploring whether inadequate marketing constitutes a legal breach by the agent. | — | faq_page | fiduciary duty and agent performance | 1x of 3 | |
what constitutes poor marketing or failure to perform in real estate contracts IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user needs to know what legal threshold defines 'poor marketing' sufficient to void agent duties. | — | faq_page | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 | |
exclusive right to sell listing agreement cancellation clause ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand the exact wording and implications of typical cancellation clauses in standard forms. | — | pdf_whitepaper | exclusive right to sell clauses | 1x of 3 | |
brokerage protection period and cancellation fees explained RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand what clauses protect the agent even after a listing agreement is terminated. | — | glossary/definition | state regulations and broker protection | 1x of 3 | |
exclusive right to sell agreement termination clause protection period ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand specific legal clauses related to contract termination and broker protection periods. | — | glossary/definition | exclusive right to sell clauses | 1x of 3 | |
what are the legal grounds to cancel a listing agreement early RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user needs a list of acceptable reasons that legally justify breaking a real estate contract. | — | checklist | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
realtor cancellation fee vs breach of fiduciary duty COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare standard agent cancellation fees against the agent's legal breach of duties. | — | comparison_table | fiduciary duty and agent performance | 1x of 3 | |
what constitutes breach of contract by a real estate agent RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the legal thresholds for proving an agent failed to fulfill their contract. | — | web_article | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 | |
mediating disputes with real estate brokers over cancellation fees PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants guidance on how to resolve a fee dispute if the agent refuses to let them out of the contract. | — | forum/qna | brokerage dispute resolution methods | 1x of 3 | |
exclusive right to sell listing agreement cancellation clauses ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to examine the exact legal language found in standard exclusive right to sell forms regarding cancellation. | — | pdf_whitepaper | exclusive right to sell clauses | 1x of 3 | |
listing agreement cancellation fee dispute forum RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for real-world experiences or advice on how others handled disputes over cancellation fees. | — | forum/qna | listing agreement cancellation fees and… | 1x of 3 | |
realtor withholding withdrawal of listing agreement RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know what to do if an underperforming agent refuses to cancel the contract. | — | web_article | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
as a first time home seller can i fire my real estate agent without penalty PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants context specific to inexperienced sellers who might be more vulnerable to aggressive agent contracts. | — | forum/qna | firing agents without penalty | 1x of 3 | |
can i cancel my listing agreement if my house isnt selling REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know general rights regarding ending a listing agreement early. | — | faq_page | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
broker protection period listing agreement explained ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand what a protection period is and if it applies after termination. | — | glossary/definition | state regulations and broker protection | 1x of 3 | |
realtor didn't market my house can i sue or cancel without paying REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants practical options for escaping a listing agreement without incurring fees when no marketing was done. | — | web_article | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
withdrawing a home from the market agent fees vs mutual release COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare paying a fee versus signing a mutual release form when stopping a listing. | — | comparison_table | firing agents without penalty | 1x of 3 | |
can you sue a real estate agent for breach of fiduciary duty marketing COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to weigh their options between simply breaking the contract versus taking legal action. | — | web_article | fiduciary duty and agent performance | 1x of 3 | |
reimbursement of marketing expenses upon listing agreement termination RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if they are legally obligated to reimburse out-of-pocket marketing costs if they cancel early. | — | faq_page | listing agreement cancellation fees and… | 1x of 3 | |
home seller rights when realtor does no marketing PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to identify consumer protections available when an agent neglects marketing duties. | — | checklist | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
listing agreement termination fee vs reimbursement of marketing expenses COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the difference between a penalty cancellation fee and actual out-of-pocket marketing costs. | — | comparison_table | listing agreement cancellation fees and… | 1x of 3 | |
standard real estate listing contract withdrawal fee clauses ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to examine standard boilerplates for withdrawal fees in listing agreements. | — | pdf_whitepaper | listing agreement cancellation fees and… | 1x of 3 | |
state real estate commission rules on listing agreement cancellation ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to check regulatory body guidelines regarding agent disputes and contract cancellations. | — | pdf_whitepaper | grounds for cancelling listing agreemen… | 1x of 3 | |
how to prove poor performance by real estate agent IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know what evidence is needed to back up their claim of bad marketing. | — | how_to_steps | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 | |
brokerage dispute resolution for cancelled listing agreements RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for official channels to dispute or mediate fees charged by a broker. | — | web_article | brokerage dispute resolution methods | 1x of 3 | |
real estate commission dispute resolution board ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know where to file a formal complaint against an agent or broker. | — | faq_page | brokerage dispute resolution methods | 1x of 3 | |
listing agreement termination due to lack of communication performance IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if poor communication and marketing together justify breaking the contract without penalty. | — | web_article | breach of contract by agent | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 915 / 1,383 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 915 / 1,428 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 10 | 10 | — | 915 / 1,314 |