AgencyIntermediateAlaska Exam

In Alaska, a buyer who verbally asks a seller's agent to help them negotiate is MOST likely creating:

AAn express buyer agency agreement
BAn implied agency relationship with the seller's agentCorrect
CA subagency relationship
DNo agency relationship since nothing is in writing, in general

Why An implied agency relationship with the seller's agent Is Correct

Answer B: An implied agency relationship with the seller's agent

If a seller's agent assists a buyer in negotiating a purchase, an implied agency relationship may arise even without a written agreement. This inadvertent dual agency can expose the agent to liability if not properly disclosed and consented to by all parties.

Exam Tip: Agency

Agency questions are among the most tested on the exam. Focus on the difference between client and customer, and memorize the fiduciary duties (OLD CAR). Watch for questions that try to blur the line between a general agent and a special agent.

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