Agency
Under Delaware law, what is the agent's duty of 'obedience' to their client?
AFollowing all instructions from the client, including illegal ones
BFollowing all lawful instructions given by the client, even if the agent disagrees with the strategy✓ Correct
CObeying court orders regarding the client's property
DFollowing the instructions of the Delaware Real Estate Commission
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires the agent to follow all lawful instructions of the client — even if the agent personally disagrees with the strategy (e.g.
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Key Terms to Know
Lien
A financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
AgencyA legal relationship in which a licensee (agent) acts on behalf of a principal (buyer or seller) in a real estate transaction.
Dual AgencyA situation where a single real estate agent or brokerage represents both the buyer and the seller in the same transaction.
Fiduciary DutyThe highest legal duty an agent owes to a principal — requiring the agent to act in the principal's best interest above all others.
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