Agency
In a buyer's agency relationship, to whom does the agent owe fiduciary duties?
AThe seller
BThe buyer✓ Correct
CBoth buyer and seller equally
DThe listing broker
Explanation
In a buyer's agency relationship, the agent owes fiduciary duties exclusively to the buyer. These duties include loyalty, confidentiality, disclosure, obedience, reasonable care, and accounting.
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