Agency
What is the primary legal obligation an Illinois buyer's agent owes the seller (the other party) during a transaction?
AThe full fiduciary duties of loyalty, confidentiality, and obedience
BHonesty, fair dealing, and disclosure of known material facts affecting the property's value✓ Correct
CThe duty to present any offers at the highest price
DNo obligation whatsoever
Explanation
While a buyer's agent owes full fiduciary duties to their buyer-client, they still owe certain duties to the seller (the opposing party): honesty, fair dealing, and disclosure of known material facts affecting the property's value. These are minimum duties owed to all parties regardless of agency relationship under the Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000.
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