Agency
A Connecticut buyer's agent receives compensation from the seller (through the listing broker's commission split). Does this compromise the buyer's agent's loyalty to the buyer?
AYes, the buyer's agent works for whoever pays them
BNo, the source of compensation does not determine who the agent represents; the buyer's agent still owes full fiduciary duties to the buyer✓ Correct
CYes, therefore buyers should always pay their agent directly
DYes, which is why Connecticut prohibits buyer's agencies
Explanation
Under Connecticut law and agency principles, the source of compensation does not determine the agency relationship. A buyer's agent who is compensated through a commission split from the seller still owes full fiduciary duties—loyalty, confidentiality, disclosure, obedience, reasonable care, and accounting—to the buyer.
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