Agency
Under an open listing, the seller:
AOwes a commission to all listed brokers if the property sells
BPays a commission only to the broker who produces the buyer — or no commission if the seller finds the buyer✓ Correct
CMust list the property on MLS
DCannot sell the property themselves
Explanation
An open listing is a non-exclusive agreement. The seller can list with multiple brokers and only owes a commission to the broker who actually procures the buyer. If the seller finds their own buyer, no commission is owed.
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