Agency
An agent discovers that their buyer client intends to use a property for an illegal purpose. The agent should:
AProceed with the transaction without disclosing this information
BDisclose this information to the seller
CWithdraw from the transaction and may disclose the illegality✓ Correct
DReport the buyer to IDFPR immediately
Explanation
If a buyer's agent learns their client intends to use the property for an illegal purpose, the agent should withdraw from the transaction. Illinois agency law generally permits (and in some cases requires) disclosure when continued representation would involve the agent in illegal activity.
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