Agency
An agent who locates a ready, willing, and able buyer for a property, but who was never authorized by the seller, may still claim a commission under what legal theory?
AExpressed agency
BImplied agency
COstensible agency (apparent authority)
DThe agent cannot claim a commission without written authorization✓ Correct
Explanation
In California, commissions for real estate services must be based on a written agreement to be enforceable under the Statute of Frauds. An agent without written authorization cannot legally enforce a commission claim.
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