Agency
A Maryland listing agent learns the seller is willing to accept $20,000 less than the listed price. This information is:
AMust be disclosed to all buyers as a material fact
BConfidential and must not be disclosed to buyers without the seller's permission✓ Correct
CMust be disclosed to the MLS
DMay be shared with the buyer's agent as professional courtesy
Explanation
The seller's motivation and willingness to accept a lower price is confidential information protected by the agent's fiduciary duty of confidentiality.
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