Agency
When a listing expires, which of the following is still required of the agent?
AContinue marketing the property at their own expense
BKeep any information learned about the seller confidential✓ Correct
CReturn their commission
DRefer the seller to another agent for free
Explanation
Even after an agency relationship ends, the duty of confidentiality survives. The agent must keep confidential any information the seller disclosed during the agency, such as their minimum acceptable price or motivation.
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