Agency
In Maine, a real estate licensee who is asked by their client to engage in an illegal act (such as discriminating against a buyer) must:
AFollow the client's instructions since obedience is a fiduciary duty
BRefuse the instruction since the duty of obedience applies only to lawful instructions✓ Correct
CReport the client to MREC immediately without discussion
DComplete the transaction but note the violation in the file
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires following the client's lawful instructions only. Agents must refuse to follow illegal instructions such as those requiring fair housing violations or fraud.
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