Agency
An Illinois buyer's agent presents an offer that the buyer specifically asked to be submitted 'as-is.' The agent believes the offer is too low. What should the agent do?
ARefuse to submit the offer and advise the buyer to increase it
BSubmit the offer as instructed by the buyer after advising them of the agent's professional opinion✓ Correct
CContact the listing agent first to determine the seller's minimum price
DModify the offer to reflect what the agent believes is market value
Explanation
An agent has a duty to obey lawful instructions from their client. The agent should share their professional opinion with the buyer, but if the buyer insists on submitting the offer as-is, the agent must submit it. The agent cannot refuse to submit lawful offers or modify them without the client's consent. An agent may not refuse to submit a legal offer.
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