Contracts
A Delaware real estate broker is entitled to a commission when they have:
AOnly when the property actually closes
BProduced a ready, willing, and able buyer who meets the seller's terms✓ Correct
CAdvertised the property in the MLS
DHeld at least three open houses
Explanation
A broker earns the commission when they produce a ready, willing, and able buyer who meets the seller's stated terms. However, most modern contracts tie the commission to closing.
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