Agency
In Georgia, a real estate agent's authority to bind the seller to a contract requires:
AOnly verbal authorization from the seller
BSpecific written authorization from the seller (as agents typically have no authority to accept offers on the seller's behalf)✓ Correct
CAutomatic authority through the listing agreement
DGREC approval for each transaction
Explanation
Real estate agents typically have authority to market property and present offers, but NOT to accept offers or sign contracts on the seller's behalf unless specifically authorized in writing.
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