Agency
The Statute of Frauds requirement for a real estate agency agreement means that in Georgia:
AAll agency agreements must be in writing to be enforceable
BListing agreements must be in writing to be enforceable by the broker✓ Correct
CVerbal agency agreements are always valid
DOnly buyer brokerage agreements require writing
Explanation
Georgia courts have held that listing agreements must be in writing to be enforceable by the broker seeking a commission. Verbal listing agreements are unenforceable against the seller.
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