Agency
In an exclusive right-to-sell listing, the broker earns a commission if:
AOnly the broker finds the buyer
BThe property sells to any buyer during the listing period, regardless of who found them✓ Correct
CThe seller finds the buyer themselves
DThe listing expires and the seller relists
Explanation
An exclusive right-to-sell listing entitles the broker to a commission if the property sells during the listing period, regardless of who finds the buyer — even if the seller finds their own buyer.
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