Agency
A Georgia agent who inadvertently creates an agency relationship with a buyer (without a written agreement) should:
AA. Continue the relationship since it's already established
BB. Clarify the relationship immediately and execute a proper written engagement✓ Correct
CC. Disclose the situation to GREC
DD. Terminate contact with the buyer
Explanation
If an agent realizes they may have inadvertently created an agency relationship through their conduct, they should immediately clarify the nature of the relationship and, if appropriate, execute a proper written brokerage engagement agreement.
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