Agency
In Hawaii, a listing agent who uses the seller's personal financial information (learned during the agency) to negotiate a better price for a buyer after the listing expires is:
AA. Acting ethically since the listing has ended
BB. Violating the post-termination duty of confidentiality to the former client✓ Correct
CC. Acting within their rights as a buyer's agent
DD. Permitted to use this information after 6 months
Explanation
The duty of confidentiality survives the end of the agency relationship. Using a former client's confidential information against their interests is a serious breach of professional duty.
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