Listing a home in Georgia when you’re not on the title can be done—but there are strict rules to follow. Whether you’re handling an estate, managing a corporate asset, or wholesaling, the law is clear: only the current property owner can authorize Simply List to market a property for sale.
💼 Required Authorization from the Current Owner
To list any property through Simply List, written permission from the legal owner is required. Acceptable documents that show this permission include:
- Letters of Estate (naming the authorized seller)
- Corporate Memorandums (granting signature authority)
- Articles of Organization or Incorporation (for business-owned properties)
- Power of Attorney (must be wet-signed and notarized in Georgia)
We cannot accept digital signatures or ambiguous contracts in place of these legal documents. If you are not the titleholder, you must upload one of these documents through our Property Input Form under the Third Party Authorization section.
🔁 What About Wholesalers?
Wholesalers have a unique place in real estate. They often contract to buy a property and then assign that contract to another buyer at a higher price. If you’re a wholesaler looking to list a deal with Simply List on the MLS, here’s what you need to know:
✅ You must use our Third Party Authorization Form
✅ The current property owner must sign this form directly
✅ The form explicitly grants Simply List the right to advertise the property
🛑 We often encounter these common issues:
- Language in wholesaler contracts that allows general advertising but does not authorize Simply List specifically
- Power of Attorney text pasted into contracts that is e-signed and not legally valid
- Contracts with vague or misleading language that sellers may not fully understand
We won’t skirt around these legal requirements. To keep everyone protected and compliant, we must have direct, explicit authorization from the owner. If you’re a wholesaler and need help with the third party form, reach out—we’re happy to walk you through it.
🏢 Other Third-Party Listing Scenarios
Not all non-owners are wholesalers. You might be:
- An executor of an estate
- An officer of a corporation or LLC
- Acting on behalf of someone via Power of Attorney
- Managing a home through an IRA or trust
In these cases, we still require supporting documentation before listing the property. Upload one of the following to our system:
- Corporate documents granting authority
- Valid, Georgia-notarized Power of Attorney
- Letters of Estate listing you as the authorized party
Final Thoughts
Listing a property on the MLS through Simply List requires more than just an agreement or intention—you need proof of authority. Whether you’re a wholesaler, an executor, or a corporate representative, we need direct authorization from the property owner or legally binding documentation that proves you can act on their behalf. This protects all parties and keeps your listing compliant.
Have questions or need help with a third-party listing? Contact Simply List for more information.
