Contracts
A Florida listing that specifies a 'net listing' amount means the broker:
AWill earn a fixed commission regardless of sales price
BWill keep everything above the specified net amount as commission — a practice frowned upon in Florida✓ Correct
CWill split the proceeds equally with the seller
DWill discount the commission if the property sells quickly
Explanation
A net listing means the broker keeps all proceeds above a specified net amount as their commission. This creates a conflict of interest (broker benefits from a higher price at the seller's expense in information asymmetry) and is discouraged or discouraged by FREC.
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