AgencyIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Under California's agency law, a 'designated agent' refers to:

AA broker appointed by the DRE to handle distressed properties, per standard fiduciary practice in the industry
BA specific agent within a brokerage assigned to represent one party when the broker represents both partiesCorrect
CAn agent licensed in multiple states, under standard California agency practice
DA court-appointed agent for an incompetent seller, as commonly applied in brokerage relationships

Why A specific agent within a brokerage assigned to represent one party when the broker represents both parties Is Correct

Answer B: A specific agent within a brokerage assigned to represent one party when the broker represents both parties

In a designated agency arrangement, the broker represents both sides but designates specific salespersons to each party, limiting the dual agency issue at the individual agent level (though the broker is still a dual agent).

Exam Tip: Agency

Agency questions are among the most tested on the exam. Focus on the difference between client and customer, and memorize the fiduciary duties (OLD CAR). Watch for questions that try to blur the line between a general agent and a special agent.

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