Agency
A buyer's agent shows a buyer a property listed by her own broker. If neither agent is designated, this creates:
ANo agency issue
BA dual agency situation that requires disclosure and consent✓ Correct
CAn automatic sub-agency
DA violation that terminates both agencies
Explanation
When both the listing agent and buyer's agent work for the same broker, dual agency exists at the brokerage level. California law requires written disclosure and consent from both buyer and seller before the transaction can proceed.
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