Agency
A Connecticut buyer's agent learns that their buyer client plans to demolish a historic structure on the property. The agent should:
ADisclose this to the seller immediately without the buyer's permission
BKeep the buyer's plans confidential as required by fiduciary duty✓ Correct
CReport the plan to the local historical society
DWithdraw from the transaction immediately
Explanation
A buyer's agent owes confidentiality to their client. The buyer's plans for the property are confidential information that must not be disclosed to the seller without the buyer's permission.
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