Agency
What is 'estoppel' as it applies to Delaware real estate agency?
AA court order stopping an agent from representing a client
BA principle preventing a party from claiming a position contrary to their previous conduct or representations that another party has relied upon✓ Correct
CAn agent's right to stop representing a client at any time
DAn administrative stop order issued by the Commission
Explanation
Estoppel prevents a person from taking a legal position contrary to their prior conduct or statements when another party has reasonably relied on that conduct to their detriment. In agency, a broker may be estopped from denying a relationship they created through their actions.
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