Agency
What is 'agency coupling' in Illinois real estate transactions?
ATwo agents working together as co-listing agents
BAn agency relationship combined with an interest in the property, making it irrevocable (agency coupled with an interest)✓ Correct
CThe combining of buyer and seller agency into one transaction
DA managing broker and sponsored broker working together on one transaction
Explanation
An 'agency coupled with an interest' (also called an irrevocable agency) occurs when an agent has a financial interest in the subject matter of the agency—not just compensation for services. For example, if an agent holds a mortgage on the property they are selling, the agency is coupled with an interest and cannot be revoked by the principal at will. This protects the agent's financial interest in the transaction.
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