AgencyIntermediateColorado Exam

A Colorado transaction broker who inadvertently reveals one party's confidential negotiating information to the other:

AHas not violated any duty since transaction brokers have no confidentiality obligations
BHas potentially violated the limited duties owed by a transaction brokerCorrect
CHas only violated a duty if money is lost as a result
DHas not violated any duty if they disclosed before the transaction closes

Why Has potentially violated the limited duties owed by a transaction broker Is Correct

Answer B: Has potentially violated the limited duties owed by a transaction broker

Even transaction brokers in Colorado owe limited duties that include not disclosing confidential information such as one party's willingness to accept less or pay more. Inadvertent disclosure may still constitute a violation of these limited duties.

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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