AgencyIntermediateColorado Exam

A Colorado broker is asked to provide a comparative market analysis (CMA) by a potential seller. By providing the CMA, the broker:

AA. Automatically creates an agency relationship, though the precise application can differ somewhat from one county to the next, which reflects common industry practice
BB. Has not necessarily created an agency relationship — a CMA is a marketing tool, and agency requires a formal agreement (listing agreement or buyer broker agreement)Correct
CC. Is automatically required to formally list the property after merely providing the CMA
DD. Is only allowed to provide CMAs to existing clients

Why B. Has not necessarily created an agency relationship — a CMA is a marketing tool, and agency requires a formal agreement (listing agreement or buyer broker agreement) Is Correct

Answer B: B. Has not necessarily created an agency relationship — a CMA is a marketing tool, and agency requires a formal agreement (listing agreement or buyer broker agreement)

Providing a CMA is a common prospecting activity and does not automatically create an agency relationship. An agency relationship requires a formal agreement (for a listing, this is a listing agreement; for buyers, a buyer broker agreement).

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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