Agency
Maine law allows a listing broker to offer compensation to cooperating buyer's agents. This offer of compensation must be made through:
AVerbal agreement only
BWritten cooperative compensation agreements or MLS rules✓ Correct
CThe MREC compensation schedule
DThe buyer's lender
Explanation
Cooperative compensation between brokers is established through written agreements (MLS cooperative compensation policies or separate inter-broker agreements). All compensation arrangements should be in writing to avoid disputes.
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