Agency
A listing broker in Florida is showing an in-house listing to a buyer who is not represented. The MOST appropriate course of action is to:
AAutomatically become a dual agent
BInform the buyer that the brokerage is a single agent for the seller
CTreat the buyer as a customer and operate as a transaction broker unless the parties consent otherwise✓ Correct
DRefer the buyer to another brokerage
Explanation
Florida's default brokerage relationship is transaction brokerage. Without a specific agreement, a licensee showing property to a buyer not otherwise represented should provide transaction broker-level services and give appropriate notice.
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