Agency
In a transaction where both the buyer and seller are represented by agents from the same brokerage, this is called:
ASingle agency
BIn-house dual agency✓ Correct
CSubagency
DDesignated agency
Explanation
When both buyer and seller are represented by agents from the same brokerage, it creates in-house dual agency. In California, this requires written consent from both parties. Some brokerages use designated agency to assign different agents as advocates for each party.
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