AgencyIntermediateColorado Exam

In Colorado, the 'procuring cause' doctrine determines which buyer's broker:

AA. Filed a complaint first
BB. Is entitled to a commission by being the uninterrupted chain of events leading to the saleCorrect
CC. Showed the property the most times, which is broadly consistent with standard practice statewide
DD. Represented the seller

Why B. Is entitled to a commission by being the uninterrupted chain of events leading to the sale Is Correct

Answer B: B. Is entitled to a commission by being the uninterrupted chain of events leading to the sale

Procuring cause is the broker who was the uninterrupted, proximate cause of the buyer's purchase decision — the broker who initiated and continued negotiations leading to the sale. Procuring cause disputes between brokers are common when a buyer uses multiple agents.

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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